CarComplaints.com Notes: You don't want to get 2009 and 2010 Altima owners started about their cars. That is, unless, you know how to start their cars.
These vehicles can suddenly become impossible to start thanks to a faulty electronic steering column lock (ESCL). Nissan dealers will gladly replace it, but that will run you $1000.
More info & videos about the Nissan ESCL defect are available over at NissanProblems.com.
It's one of the many reasons this car was named CarTalk's Turd of the Week and given our Beware of this Clunker badge. Two dubious honors.
I own a 2010 Nissan Altima with the same issues as stated in other complaints. The passenger air bag light comes on, even after resetting, stating that air bag is not operating. Over 600 fix at a dealership. Should be a safety hazard under a major recall as there is on other year models.
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I own a 2010 Nissan Altima with the same issues as stated in other complaints. The passenger air bag light comes on, even after resetting, stating that air bag is not operating. Over 600 fix at a dealership. Should be a safety hazard under a major recall as there is on other year models.
- Lee S., La Fayette, GA, US