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.
The windows will randomly roll down by themselves when the car is turned off. Not right away either and very randomly - It only happens about once every month or couple of months and when I leave the car they are up, only to return to them down the next morning. This is a HUGE security issue and problem, since A. if I park somewhere over night and this happens, anyone can break into my car incredibly easily, steal anything inside, or the car itself, and B. this has happened twice and it rained overnight, soaking the interior of my car which is expensive! This is also sometimes accompanied by my trunk unlocking at the same time, all while my car is off. If anyone knows why this is happening or how to fix it PLEASE let me know as it is a major problem. Thanks
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The windows will randomly roll down by themselves when the car is turned off. Not right away either and very randomly - It only happens about once every month or couple of months and when I leave the car they are up, only to return to them down the next morning. This is a HUGE security issue and problem, since A. if I park somewhere over night and this happens, anyone can break into my car incredibly easily, steal anything inside, or the car itself, and B. this has happened twice and it rained overnight, soaking the interior of my car which is expensive! This is also sometimes accompanied by my trunk unlocking at the same time, all while my car is off. If anyone knows why this is happening or how to fix it PLEASE let me know as it is a major problem. Thanks
- Ryan M., Seekonk, MA, US