2009 Nissan Altima Steering Problems
- 807
- 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 807 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- steering lock · 45 records
- steering wheel · 43 records
- steering column · 19 records
- wheel lock · 19 records
- electronic steering · 14 records
- column lock · 14 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 309 |
| 100–150k mi | 164 |
| 30–60k mi | 149 |
| 1–30k mi | 29 |
| 150–400k mi | 24 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System · Steering
Tried to start my car one day and it would not start. The car was located in front of my children's school . After getting a diagnosis from the dealer i was told it was the electronic steering column lock. I was later told that it was an extended warranty issued for the part because tons of people are having the problem but the warranty ran out june 29, 2015. How would i know that the part was defective if they do t…
ODI 10781629
Steering
Received notification from nissan in the mail that the steering column lock control unit can break causing the vehicle not to start. This event occurred to me on 10/08/2015 resulting in a towing bill, rental car fee and a repair fee at nissan. Nissan consumer affairs will not reimburse since vehicle is outside warranty period even though they admitted in their corporate letter that this malfunction is a known issue.…
ODI 10782532
Steering
Electronic steering column lock replaced for $974.97. Bought car new 9-7-09. Warranty for this known problem extended to 72 months/unlimited mileage. It failed on 10-7-09, one month after warranty expired. These vehicles should have been recalled.
ODI 10782274
Electrical System · Steering
Car was parked for 8 hours, went to start and nothing would happen, key light on dash was light. Steering wheel was not locked. Battery ok, fob working opening door locks.
ODI 10780012
Electrical System · Engine · Steering
Without warning the vehicle would not start after being driven an hour prior to the malfunction. The key fob indicator light comes on but the car will not start or respond to the start button. The key fob unlocks/locks the car. Upon researching the issue online, i discovered that the issue is with the electronic steering control lock that keeps the car from being stolen or started without the key fob. This is, from…
ODI 10780008
Steering
I been having problems with steering for some strange reason y car would not start there was no warning sign of anything.this is very un-safe i was stranded with my daughter in the car late night. I thought it was my key fob that was low in battery ,but no luck i was stuck for hours trying to figured what was going on with my car.
ODI 10783655
Electrical System · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. The contact stated that the steering wheel seized and the key warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 127,000.
ODI 10783004
Steering · Unknown Or Other
I got in my car fine this morning with my key fob, but the key light was on when i got inside. When i pushed the break to push the button trying to start my car it would not turn on. The light stayed on lock. The steering wont budge and the break is locked. My car is in park and the wheels are straight.
ODI 10764488
Steering
I purchased my vehicle from diamond valley honda. I have only had my car for about 6 months with a 90 day warranty. My car was working absolutely fine on 9/7/2015 (labor day) until the evening my ignition locked. I read the manual and it stated that my key may need to be reprogrammed, but i did have a spare and when neither worked i towed my car to my dealership. A day and a half went by and they ran a diagnostic…
ODI 10763438
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. While the vehicle was being serviced at a dealer, the steering wheel seized. The dealer informed the contact that that the sealing lock needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 94,000.
ODI 10764195
Steering
I went to start the car and nothing was working and a red key sign showed up in the dash. I tried changing the batteries in the keyfob (which had already unlocked the car before replacing the battery) and it still wouldn't work. I had to have it towed to a dealership and they said it is the steering lock mechanism. I googled this and it is apparently a well known issue with 2009 nissan altimas and yet nissan had…
ODI 10760973
Steering
It won't start because of steering lock they said (service center ) need to change, i ask them if it is still under warranty.
ODI 10764008
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
Electrical System · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. After opening the door with the key fob, the vehicle failed to start as the key warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the electronic steering column lock was damaged and needed replacement. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 74,000.
ODI 10748805
Power Train · Steering
This vehicle was purchased at 60,000 miles from a nissan authorized dealer. The push button does not start the car. Sometimes it does start and will go off by itself. The shift tick is locked and won't change gears. I have called the dealership and nissan and they both said nothing can be done. So i am paying for a car that does not work. When it does turn on i have to press the lock release on the shifter for it to…
ODI 10779266
Steering · Unknown Or Other
I had stopped at the grocery store and went to get back in my car and it would not start, it would not even recognize the key. My key fob would unlock, lock & pop my trunk but my car acted like it wouldn't accept my key fob. My steering wheel was not locked & it has been towed and sat overnight & its still not locked, my electronic steering wheel lock has gone out on my car & with all the research i have done i…
ODI 10747774
Electrical System · Steering
On 8/3/2015 i went to the grocery store drove my car perfectly well. When i was ready to go home my car would not start. My steering wheel was locked. I had to call a tow truck since the dealership was closed. Next day i call nissan since i saw so many postings about this issue opened a claim, and they told me i would have to take the car to get a diagnosis from the dealership and call them back with the findings,…
ODI 10747966
Electrical System · Steering
Steering lock does not disengage and the car does not start, something wrong with electronic control unit.
ODI 10745544
Steering
Got in my 2009 nissan altima monday 07/27 would not start. Had towed to dealership. Steering lock system was replaced. Wednesday 07/29 got in my car again would not start. Took to dealership again. Changed brake plug. Friday 07/31 car would not start again so took back to dealership for the 3rd time and they fixed and sent me on my way. Car with key symbol still blinking on my car so not sure it is fixed…
ODI 10745416
Steering
On 07/15/15 i received a call that my brother in law had died i stop and pulled over to regroup from crying i shut the car off and my car would not start back up, light was flashing intelligent key and also saying key was not in the car which this is called electronic steering column lock failure i had to have to car towed on top of everything else i was dealing with call pearson nissan in ocala fl told them what…
ODI 10743533
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. While parked, the vehicle failed to start with the key fob. The contact stated that the key warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the electronic steering column was damaged and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 96,000. Ma…
ODI 10750413
Electrical System · Steering
My 2009 nissan altima has been failing to start daily since 07/13/2015. It takes me 20-30 minutes to get car started. Key fobs appear operational. While pressing the break & push button to start the car, the radio comes on but the car doesn't start. It makes a clicking sound & won't do anything. I have to wait a few minutes & retry several times before starting.
ODI 10734682
Electrical System · Steering
The electronic steering column lock failed - the car would not start. This is a well documented and widespread, major defect issue with 2009 altima models.this apparent defect is well documented on internet forums. The car needs to be towed to a dealer, and a new steering column lock installed. Approximate cost $1,000. The problem is very widespread. Nissan extended the warranty on this part only to 6-years. My…
ODI 10733533
Steering
Car would not start, battery was charging. It is the steering lock mechanism. This issue will cost $1000.00 to repair. After research it is clear that nissan is aware of the issue. Why has that not been a recall? This is unsatisfactory. I have been a nissan owner for 15 years, but if this is not resolved, this will be my last nissan. I thought nissan was a good company, but this is no way to treat your customers.
ODI 10733828
Steering
I was at the grocery store around the corner from my house i parked went into the store to purchase a few things. I got back to the car no more than 15 minutes later unlocked the car with the fob and got in. Try to start the car and it did not start. I tried plugging it in to the fob holder and the car still did not start. I saw the key light on the dash turn on. I had to have the car towed to the nissan dealership…
ODI 10732827