2001 Nissan Altima Suspension Problems
- 9
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 9 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
- 1 indicate a death
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
| 60–100k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Service Brakes · Suspension · Vehicle Speed Control
The suspension on my 2001 nissan altima is very low loud noise. The car rattles and shake in the rear suspension
ODI 11265531
Engine · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 nissan altima. The contact stated that there was a loud noise underneath the vehicle and it swayed while being driven, especially around a curve. There was also a burning odor coming from the vents inside the vehicle. The dealer and manufacturer were not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was 200,000.
ODI 11265716
Suspension
I was driving down the street at about 15 miles an hour and my tire on the passenger side turned out word and then hit a car on the side of the road. Upon further inspection i realized that the car had come apart at the control arm , at the hub and the transaxle had separated as well. Found these parts at the place i park in front of my house and the other one about 50feet from where the car came apart. *tr
Crash reported
ODI 10918415
Service Brakes · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 nissan altima. While driving approximately 55 mph, the contact released the accelerator pedal and the vehicle came to a complete stop without the brake pedal being depressed. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who diagnosed that the brake axle and sway weldings failed, and the lower control arm fractured. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who informed the…
ODI 10910259
Suspension · Tires
On 9/17/03 i had four p205/60r15 uniroyal tour tr tires placed on my 2001 nissan altima. Within one week two were replaced because of vibration. @ two weeks ago i had the tires rotated. The rear tires were placed on the front. Immediately vibration and pulling to the right was noticed. Again two new tires were placed on the vehicle. Again the pull to the right. The front tires were moved to opposite sides and the…
ODI 10063819
Suspension
My 2001 nissan altima gxe/le car has a problem with its suspension. It makes a crunching/rattling noise. My car has been to 2 nissan dealers a total of 9 times. In all it has been out of service for 17 days. They have replaced many suspension parts. But the problem still remains. I have contacted the manufacturer several times with my complaints via phone and letters. I have also demanded a refund under the…
ODI 10069833
Suspension
Consumer was traveling 15mph suddenly vehicle pulled to the right. Consumer went off the road trying to veer to left, and vehicle kept pulling to the right. Vehicle stopped on impact by hitting a tree. Front right passenger's side was damaged. Officer at the scene stated vehicle wasn't traveling too fast according how air bag deployed. Consumer was waiting for insurance adjuster to inspect vehicle. *ak
Crash reported
ODI 898673
Suspension
My car has a defect with its suspension both front and rear. I have taken my car for service to 2 different dealers for repairs. It makes a loud crunching,rattling and squeaking noise from the front and rear suspension. While driving over the slightest bumps on the road. Infact it has been to the dealer for repairs 8 times in all it totals 14 days out of service. As of now the problem still remains after the dealer…
ODI 759328
Suspension · Tie Rod Assembly
While driving 65 to 75mph, vehicle started drifting to the left, consumer corrected, but vehicle kept pulling to the right, vehicle then rolled over 1 1/2 times, the tie rod had snapped, strut assembly broke, and cv joint separated, housing broke from metal, roof caved in, trunk smashed into, and pushed rear seat inward killing 3 passengers, fire department cut 5 passengers out, 2 were injured, the vehicles…
Crash reported · 2 injuries · 3 deaths
ODI 8004301