2009 Nissan Altima Suspension Problems
- 25
- 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 25 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- passenger side · 5 records
- side coil · 5 records
- coil springs · 5 records
- where diagnosed · 5 records
- front strut · 4 records
- steering wheel · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 8 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 100–150k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
| 150–400k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering · Suspension
There's a loud crunching and cracking noise when turning the vehicle steering wheel left and right. I was backing out of my driveway when i heard this. I also found loose ball bearings on the driver's side under the wheel. In the past couple years the top rung of the spring has broken off on both sides. Upper front strut insulator recall 09 v 35800
ODI 11268353
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. The contact inspected the rear suspension of the vehicle due to an instability issue. It was discovered that the rear driver and rear passenger side coil springs were fractured. The vehicle was taken to ed martins nissan of fishers ([redacted], fishers, in 46038, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed that the rear and front driver's side coil springs were fractured. The rear…
ODI 11222681
Suspension
LEFT FRONT STRUT SPRING BROKE
ODI 11269574
Service Brakes · Steering · Suspension
Takata recall leak in the steering wheel fluid hose, steering wheel fluid leaks out of the rubber band in the steering hose causing the steering wheel to not be able to turn. Takata recall emergency brake is not connected or working. Takata recall suspension broken causing car to rattle and make loud noises while driving.
ODI 11209763
Suspension · Unknown Or Other · Wheels
I have had the car 2-3 years now and the tires have loosened up on me while driving, the car stopped running and had to do some kind of steering column lock work, it is rusting on the drivers side floor panel, and the transmission is out of it which happen on the road at work with two of my clients. Which the clients both are diagnosed with a disability. Very frightening when you make a left turn and your car stops…
ODI 11118934
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train · Suspension
P0776 codes populates after 02 sensors were changed. It's the solenoid b pressure line located in the valve body. It affects the car to the point we're it's undriveable and loses power. Car will not go over 3000rpms if it does it causes the car to go into lymp mode. There's been several complaints regarding the issue and nissan has yet to make any effort to rectify the issue. Nobody has $3000 to replace the whole…
ODI 11145082
Suspension
The nissan altima's catalytic converter had to be replaced twice in a year. Also, the struts have cracks in them as well.
ODI 11003491
Suspension
Front struts have cracks in them. Also, the car is on its catalytic converter.
ODI 11003390
Suspension
I had a knocking noise in the left front wheel area while the care was being driven. The repair facility diagnosed a strut broken and had to replace the left front strut modular assy and the right front strut assy also. This expensive repair cost $1.020.26
ODI 10958826
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. While driving approximately 40 mph, the contact heard an abnormally loud noise from the front end of the vehicle without warning. In addition, both the driver and passenger side coil springs failed at two different times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 108,000.
ODI 10945690
Suspension
When i give break it makes noise so went to meinke and they confirm there is suspension issue. Then i have checked online so found there was recall for which i didn't receive letter. I found is risk to drive and expecting nissan to cover this. I don't remember the date but facing some small issue from 2016 onward.. Re call ref. Https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2009/rcak-09v358-6281.pdf
ODI 11192874
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. While driving approximately 45 mph, the struts on the front passenger and driver sides of the vehicle detached without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was not diagnosed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 09v358000 (suspension). The failure mileage…
ODI 10875652
Power Train · Steering · Suspension
Steering lock 48700-9n00b went out no warranty nissan dealership said. We did not get any information on this issue. All they have been doing is giving us the runaround said we could bring it in and it would cost us $1k dollars after parts and labor. This is there issue don't see how they are not responsible to fix the issue. They said there was a warranty on the transmission and the noise while we drive don't know…
ODI 10872074
Engine · Power Train · Service Brakes · Steering · Suspension · Vehicle Speed Control
My 2009 nissan altima vin number [xxx] has many safety issues that are not being reported with my vin number. The struts, steering lock box{which i paid 900.00 to repair], abs speed control sensor,engine oil coolant and most of all the cvt transmission have went out on my car and nissan will not help me repair. So i am forced to attempt this last try before joining a class action law suit. I have only had the car 2…
Crash reported
ODI 10893349
Electronic Stability Control · Suspension
Having issues with car not starting frequently it seems a recall should be completed. Also searing at times is an issue.
ODI 10863284
Engine · Suspension · Wheels
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. While driving various speeds, the contact heard a grinding noise. There were no warning indicators illuminated. Shortly after, the contact drove over a pothole, which flattened the driver's side tire. The vehicle was towed to the contact's home. The contact stated that after a spare was installed on the vehicle, the noise grew louder. The contact had the vehicle towed to…
ODI 10917837
Suspension · Unknown Or Other
Takata recall. My 2009 nissan altima has suspension problem might be the struts not exactly sure what it could be. Reading the press release by nthsa explained that 2009-2010 nissan altima and maxima has suspension or struts recall that was built out of spec and explained the feel of drive and i experience the same exact feeling that was described in the press release. The car seems like it slides and seems shaky…
ODI 10811215
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. The contact stated that while driving at 10 mph, the vehicle vibrated. The contact also stated that while attempting to brake, the vehicle would make an abnormal grinding noise. The contact stated that the failure had gotten progressively worse. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the struts on the vehicle had failed and needed to be…
ODI 10778206
Air Bags · Steering · Suspension · Vehicle Speed Control
I haven't been happy since i had my car, which i purchased in 2012 with 45, 0000 miles at the time of purchase. I complained about so many things every other month i was going to get it checked. When you hit a bump you can here something loose underneath the front end of course i seemed like the only crazy one hearing the noise. Then when i took it back again i was told the sway bar arms need to be replaced when…
ODI 10761573
Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. While driving at 55 mph, the front of the vehicle began to shake. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic but was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who diagnosed that the front insulator, struts, bearings and cv boots needed to be replaced . The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was aware…
ODI 10714393
Electrical System · Service Brakes · Steering · Suspension · Wheels
Have had several issues with my 2009 nissan altima. I bought it november 2012. By february 2013, i replaced tires. Was sold a car with incorrect license plates that owed registration fees to dmv. I almost got towed and didn't know why. Between february and november 2013, i replaced brakes, another set of tires, third brake light twice, and battery. May 2014, took it to rogers & rogers dealership for an oil change.…
ODI 10621158
Coil Springs · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was a rattling noise coming from the front end of the vehicle without warning. On another occasion, the contact stated that the passenger's side coil spring failed. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was diagnosed that the driver and passenger side coil springs needed to be replaced. The…
ODI 10569072
Suspension
FRONT STROUTS LIFT & RIGHT SIDE IS CRACKING.
ODI 11229939
Steering · Suspension
After about 37000 miles i started to hear a "whirring" or kind of "roaring" noise while driving. I noticed the noise sped up and got a bit louder as i accelerated. I asked a mechanic to check the brakes and those were fine. At the next oil change, i asked the mechanic to ride in the car because the noise had gotten louder. They found one of the front wheel bearings to be worn out. I took the car to a dealer, because…
ODI 10447693
Suspension
Strut insulators, part of suspension. This could cause strut insulators to creak. *tr
ODI 10299669