CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2013 Nissan Altima has multiple problem trends including the CVT transmission, and now that this model is out of warranty, it earns our "Avoid Like The Plague" badge.

Owners complain about vibration and transmission failure related to the CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission), a whining noise from the power steering pump, and constant windshield problems that appear to be the result of poor design.

Be warned: the 2014 & 2015 Nissan Altima appears to share these same problems.

10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
28 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
34 / 0
Average Mileage:
24,071 miles

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2013 Nissan Altima seat belts / air bags problems

seat belts / air bags problem

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2013 Nissan Altima Owner Comments (Page 4 of 26)

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problem #441

Jun 012020

Altima

  • Automatic transmission
  • 116,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the low-beam headlights failed to produce adequate lighting. The air bag warning light was illuminated. The contact called deacon jones Nissan (3305 mclain St, goldsboro, nc 27534, (919)734-2411). The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was contacted however, no further assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 116,000.

- Goldsboro, NC, USA

problem #440

Apr 242020

Altima

  • 95,023 miles
The airbag light for the passenger side stays on which means the airbag on the passenger side will not deploy because it's not detecting any weight. Even when someone sits in it it doesn't detect weight. The tires are constantly losing air.

- Murfreesboro, TN, USA

problem #439

Sep 052020

Altima

  • 110,000 miles
The airbag sign came (code B0028) on at 110000 miles although I haven't been on any accidents for last 12000 miles. When I checked with dealers, they said airbag control module is malfunctioning and need to replace that with right side passenger airbag wires and might cost 2000 or more dollars. I am an international student and it's hard for me to arrange that much money. Please help me, as I have come to know that this is a common problem in Nissan vehicles. The airbag sign comes back after clearing the code if someone sits in the passenger side. Thank you for reading my request.

- Athens, GA, USA

problem #438

Oct 022020

Altima

  • 112,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Airbag sign came on at millage 112000 all of a sudden and the passenger occupancy sensor turn off and on intermittently while vehicle is in motion. Mechanic are recommending to replace airbag module which might cost couple of thousand dollars. Please help me! the diagnostic code says B0028-13

- Athens, GA, USA

problem #437

Sep 232020

Altima

  • miles
Airbag light will not go off, it stays on solid red. I contacted Nissan and was informed 2013 Altima does not fall under the recall for the airbag issue.

- Greensboro, NC, USA

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problem #436

Aug 152020

Altima

  • miles
Noticed that the airbag indicator light has been staying on no matter if someone is in the passenger seat or not. Going to have it checked out by the dealership who may charge me to run a diagnostic test.

- Monroe Twp, NJ, USA

problem #435

Aug 312020

Altima

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Driving our vehicle per usual, no crashes, safely made it from point a to B. the next morning, the sensor for air bags comes on. It continues to stay there with no explanation from google other than the sensor being an issue.

- Wichita Falls, TX, USA

problem #434

Sep 112019

Altima

  • miles
Front passenger airbag OCS defect. Nissan has done a recall related to this issue but my vehicle VIN number is experiencing this issue but not coming up in the dealership system for the recall. Campaign #14V138000

- Fredericksburg, VA, USA

problem #433

Jul 102020

Altima

  • 154,000 miles
The air bag light activated and the engine RPM dropped while driving. The engine accelerator lost power, then picked up speed after pushing on the accelerator.

- Highland Springs, VA, USA

problem #432

Jul 282020

Altima

  • 91,000 miles
Airbag light came on on the dashboard and is staying on. When an adult passengare sits in the passenger seat, the passenger airbag light does not turn off. This happened about a month ago. I have read several recalls for airbag sensor issue but my car is not listed. Dealership is tells me that there is no recall for the issue and that I have to pay to have it diagnosed and fixed. Car currently cannot pass stated inspection due to this.

- Midlothian, VA, USA

problem #431

Aug 012020

Altima

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Side A/B module LH B0020-13

- Lake Worth, FL, USA

problem #430

Feb 262020

Altima

  • 98,000 miles
Driver and passenger airbag lights stay on no matter if someone is occupying either seat.

- Titusville, FL, USA

problem #429

Jun 012020

Altima

  • miles
The passenger airbag issue from campaign id #R1609 in 2014 and again in 2016. The same issue is now happening again. This includes the passenger airbag light showing the airbag is not active when an adult is sitting in the seat. The seat belt light is also on showing the passenger is not buckled up when in fact the seat belt is connected and latched. This happening when the vehicle is both moving and not moving. Nissan issued a Consumer Affairs case number, but is refusing to fix the issue under the recall due to it being fixed twice before.

- Brookston, TX, USA

problem #428

Jul 022020

Altima

  • 74,000 miles
Vehicle stopped automatically (by itself) while in motion. Lucky that it was in a parking lot otherwise this could have been a fatal accident. When taken to the dealer, they mentioned its an issue with the transmission and will need to be changed. Looking it up on google made me understand that its a common issue with Nissan Altima and Nissan has not taken any steps or offered any help to its customers to support fixing the issues. Its a disaster waiting to happen, kindly take some actions!

- Montgomery, AL, USA

problem #427

Jul 032020

Altima 4-cyl

  • 123,204 miles
While driving on street, the gas pedal will no longer provide power to the car and begin to slow itself down. I will push on the breaks briefly and try the gas pedal to see if it works and it will take a few times before it does. While on the freeway the vehicle again, gas pedal would no longer provide power to the car and begin to slow itself down. This has now happened 8 separate times to the car. It will work for a few days and then do it again, with out notice. No check engine light goes on. Second issue is, the steering wheel will also feel extremely loose, not during the same time but when my speed is over 70 mph. Also, the check engine light nor any safety notices will go on. Lastly, the air bag light won't come off. The gas petal issue happened again on July 3th, 2020 and I decided to take it to get looked at. The dealer for a 5 point inspection and they found nothing wrong. I check the NHTSA website and it shows no recalls done. Does this mean they have not been completed?

- Long Beach, CA, USA

problem #426

Jun 182020

Altima 6-cyl Diesel

  • 70,100 miles
(1) the passenger side airbag light is faulty. It is always lit as 'off' even when there is a passenger on the seat. (2) car jerks when changing gears. I was reversing into a parking space. When I tried changing gears from reverse to drive, there was a delay and then the car jerked. As I tried to slowly accelerate, the car would not advance as it normally should. I then parked and the car began to accelerate/ rev while in park. My car is up to date on everything. I'm afraid this could happen on a busy street or highway. Please help.

- Austin, TX, USA

problem #425

Jun 012013

Altima 4-cyl

  • 50,000 miles
Warning light shows faulty airbag on driver's side, verified by dealer. Passenger side airbag repaired under recall. Driver's side code appeared right after the first repair was made but was advised this is not covered under first recall. This should have been done 2 years ago, and I'm not paying upwards of $5,000 for your electrical failure.

- Fort Walton Beach, FL, USA

problem #424

Jun 012018

Altima 4-cyl

  • 50,000 miles
Airbag warning light indicates faulty electronics. Began about 50,000 miles. This is not due to misuse. It's companion to earlier recall for a faulty airbag, which was corrected. Reported to dealer. Cost estimate to repair from $800 to $5,000 depending the level of defect. Owner believes this should be Nissan's responsibility, as it's not due to negligence.

- Fort Walton Beach, FL, USA

problem #423

Dec 012019

Altima 4-cyl

  • 960,000 miles
Had one recall for the passenger air bag always being lit. Had it 'fixed' now the drivers air bag warning light (red) and the passengers (yellow in dash) lights are always

- Troy, IL, USA

problem #422

Apr 172020

Altima

  • miles
Headlights very dim, cant see at night unless you use the brights, very dangerous, and passenger airbag remains off, common problem on a 2013 Nissan Altima.

- Miami, FL, USA

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