2009 Nissan Altima Engine Problems
- 98
- 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 98 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 4 indicate fire
What owners report
- steering lock · 21 records
- failure mileage · 13 records
- steering wheel · 12 records
- steering column · 10 records
- approximate failure · 8 records
- electronic steering · 8 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 34 |
| 100–150k mi | 22 |
| 30–60k mi | 17 |
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. While the ignition was turned to the on position, the vehicle failed to start without warning. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the steering wheel seized and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
ODI 10787703
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
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
Electrical System · Engine
Car would not start and had to be towed to nissan dealer to have faulty steering lock mechanism replaced for $1100.00. And of course outside warranty period all out of pocket expense on a issue that should have been taken care of by nissan as this is obviously a manufacture issue and bad parts out in car, this same issue has happened to thousands of other 2009 nissan altima owners.
ODI 10734089
Engine · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. While driving 40 mph, the steering wheel seized and the engine stalled. The vehicle continued to coast and crashed into a curb. The contact mentioned that the front passenger side tire bent inward. The contact was unable to restart the engine. The contact did not specify if a police report was filed or if any injuries were sustained. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The…
Crash reported
ODI 10726831
Engine · Power Train · Steering
Takata recall service bulletins. I have a 2009 nissan altima that is very dangerous on the road with my children we have had it a year amd already spent alot. Call this dept and nissan several times with no result i have 13 of the service bulletins wrong with this car amd many lives at stake i may have to get am attorney before we loose a life. I paid 9000.00 for this one year ago amd no one can help the strut, the…
Crash reported
ODI 10837588
Electrical System · Engine · Steering
Steering column locked and has to be replaced. Car will not turn on at all. Had to get it towed to dealership where they are trying to slam me with a $1100 repair bill. Car was bought in feb 2009, and extended warranty for said specific part ended feb 2015.
ODI 10716590
Engine
I'm stranded. It won't recognize my key. The internet tells me that this is happening to many others and that nissan is unresponsive. Unless you count being willing to take $1000.00 plus to take care of what seems to be a well known problem. *tr
ODI 10703714
Engine
I have a 2009 nissan altima 2.5l. I've had the car for about 6 years now, and my mileage is about 81500 km. It has an automatic transmission. After driving for about 5 minutes, i had slowed down to enter a turning lane, and my car stalled in the middle of traffic and everything shut off while driving. I was able to restart the car after. Thank goodness there was no car behind me. I brought my car into nissan…
ODI 10701781
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. While driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to a dealer, who diagnosed that the push rod inside of the engine cylinder fractured and punctured a hole in the engine block. As a result, the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage…
ODI 10693378
Engine
CRACKED EXHAUST MANIFOLD.
ODI 10966059
Electrical System · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. The contact stated that the engine stalled and the vehicle failed to start with the push to start button function. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the starter, the fuel line, and the steering column were replaced, but failed to repair the vehicle. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the wiring…
ODI 10682088
Engine · Ignition · Service Brakes · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the electronic steering lock needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 67,000. Updated 03/24/15*lj updated 10/19/2015*js
ODI 10679562
Engine
Keyless start malfunctioned, steering wheel lock mechanism failed and rendered the car unable to start. Part:lock assy strg 48700-9n00b replacement part used at the cost of towing and 899.95 at mentor nissan ohio. Through research found this is a widely know issue, many cases involved this. 250,000 hits on internet. Certainly the consumer should be protected and reimbursed by nissan.
ODI 10821644
Engine · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. The contact stated that the steering wheel lock mechanism was fractured. The vehicle was completely shut off and did not restart. The vehicle was towed to a dealer who stated that the steering lock mechanism failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 104,000.
ODI 10680944
Electrical System · Engine · Steering
I drove my 2009 nissan altima 2.5s to work on 11/27 and it started up just fine as usual. However, when i went to leave work for the day the car did not start. The keyless remote will allow me to lock and unlock my car, but when i go to start the car, it will not register my keyless remote. An error code shows that the electronic steering column lock (escl) mechanism was malfunctioning. Also, there is a yellow key…
ODI 10662919
Electrical System · Engine · Service Brakes
I was trying to start my car and it would not start. The switch which allows the car to know you are pushing the brake did not work (push button ignition). I tried to put my key in the slot to start the car, but the car does not start if the car does not sense the brake is being pushed. This is a huge hazard. Good thing i was not stranded somewhere. I called nissan with no help at all. A search on the internet…
ODI 10649521
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
I own a 2009 nissan altima coupe with approximately 60k miles. When driving on the interstate at speeds in excess of 60mph, the car decelerates with no warning. During the first incident, i was on the left-hand side of a semi truck caught in their blindspot while they were trying to switch lanes. I attempted to pass this truck only to have my car slow down completely, even with gas pedal to the floor. Vehicles…
ODI 10637445
Engine
This is the third exhaust manifold i had to put on my car within a year. It is an 2009 nissan altima, it should be a recall on this part. Exhaust fumes are coming on the inside of the car from the exhaust manifold.
ODI 10747574
Engine · Vehicle Speed Control
Was pulling into parking spot with my foot on the brake rolling to a stop when the car suddenly accelerated and before i could lift my foot and reapply brake i had gone over the curb and into a bush. *tr
ODI 10614614
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate, the vehicle stalled. The contact mentioned that the battery and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer. The technician replaced the crank and cam shaft. However, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 65,000.
ODI 10641262
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start without warning. The contact mentioned that the failure recurred on two separate occasions. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 36,000.
ODI 10595902
Electrical System · Engine
Car doors unlocked normally , the dash showed a yellow key light blinking , no response to pushing the ignition button. Car locks and unlocks with the remote . Headlights worked battery was charged full. Exited the door , locked the car , unlocked the car , entered in - held the remote close to the ignition button. The dashboard still showed yellow key light blinking . Pushed ignition button no response. Upon…
ODI 10592490
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact noticed a loud abnormal noise coming from under the hood and fuel fumes emitted from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the intake manifold fractured. The vehicle was repaired. The failure recurred and the vehicle was repaired again, however, the failure recurred once…
ODI 10747501
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan altima. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning while parked. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that the contact would have to have the vehicle diagnosed by dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 1400.
ODI 10563445