2010 Nissan Altima Steering Problems
- 19
- 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 19 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- steering wheel · 6 records
- steering lock · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 7 |
| 30–60k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
| 100–150k mi | 2 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel/Propulsion System · Steering · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 nissan altima. While driving at an unknown speed, there was an abnormal noise underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to hall nissan chesapeake ([redacted], chesapeake, va 23321, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed that the high pressure line was leaking fluid, both control arms needed to be replaced, and the steering gear assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but…
ODI 11268477
Electrical System · Steering · Unknown Or Other
THE STEERING WHEEL LOCK
ODI 11232165
Engine · Steering
Steering lock indicator light comes on and engine will not start. This has happened 3 times now in the last 2 mos, always on cold temp mornings. Later the light will go out and the engine will start...except this time, later the engine started with the steering lock light will not go out even when running.
ODI 11172050
Steering
My vehicle was parked inside a garage. Upon attempting to move the vehicle it would not start. My key light was/is illuminated on the dash, car goes into the on position but does not start vehicle. Unable to turn off after pushing the "start button".
ODI 11120891
Steering
I went to start my altima one day and it wouldn't start. Noticed the steering wheel was locked and it never does this. Went on youtube and saw videos about a quick fix on the electronic steering lock column. Did what the video said and the car started up. Called nissan because i found a customary replacement on this part for known defects but no full recall wa issued. My vin did not populate saying i could get mine…
ODI 11071968
Steering
Hard to turn, make noise when turning and losing power steering fluid!!!
ODI 10968616
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 nissan altima. The contact stated that the steering locked up when using the push to start feature. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed, but not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the repair. The vehicle was part of a manufacturer communication, which had expired. The failure mileage was 43,800.
ODI 10899505
Electrical System · Steering
The steering lock mechanism is faulty and will not let the car start. The vehicle was stationary where failure occurred. I've done research on this problem and it appears nissan extended the warranty for this part but never issued a recall so that it could be fixed. It is a safety issue that needs to be taken care of by nissan. People are being stranded because their car will not start but seems no one knows about…
ODI 10850911
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Steering · Suspension
My check engine light came on and i made an appointment for monday at planet nissan. On saturday 1/24/15 the light went off, but i've heard some knocking and the steering makes a rubbing sound. So far the master cylinder had to be replaced, which i filed a complaint here, and was reimbursed, but before reimbursement they told me my vin did not match. So i find that questionable. I've put on new struts on the front…
ODI 10679462
Electrical System · Steering
My 2010 nissan altima is not able to start due to the push button ignition. It is having the same issue as the 2009 nissan maxima's and altima are having, which is the electronic steering column lock (escl). Nissan has issued a warranty extension for this issue for the 2009 model but not for the 2010 and other altima models that are having the same issue. I believe that nissan should extend it coverage to this vital…
ODI 10639679
Electrical System · Steering
The car will not start, steering lock malfunction. *tr
ODI 10631187
Steering
This issue force me to spend 1600 for a new steering column because i car would not started. *tr
ODI 10629575
Power Train · Steering · Suspension
To whom it may concern: this particular incident date was on 8/7/14 but also reported 8/23/14 & 9/30/14 at two nissan dealerships. I was driving at 65mph for 1 hour on the highway and felt a loss of control. The steering wheel abruptly turned right, i had to attempt to keep the vehicle within the lane and slowly decelerated to a stop on the roadside without immediate braking. While braking at 15-20mph i applied the…
ODI 10641304
Electrical System · Engine · Steering
Went out to start vehicle ,no start...towed to dealer ,denied under warranty,made me pay for replacement..dealer towed to a nissan dealer to perform install of steering lock assay. And misc hardware. *tr
ODI 10488746
Air Bags · Exterior Lighting · Steering
My car had been recalled 4 times for various defects as well as the nissan altima 2005 that i had.
ODI 11121489
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Steering · Suspension
I was driving normal speed limit 60 mph on the fwy when we heard a noise like a big pop sound. Right away when i tried to slow down to get over ( when i applied the brake) the steering wheel began shaking so bad that i was unable to control the wheel. It felt as if the brakes weren't working. The car spun out of control and crashed in the carpool divider. This was a brand new nissan altima 2010 coupe with 60k miles…
Crash reported · 5 injuries
ODI 10435491
Instrument Cluster/Panel · Steering · Suspension
Tl*the contact leased a 2010 nissan altima. The contact stated that the suspension failed while she was driving 70 mph; the vehicle also shook at low speeds as well. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the vehicle was working mormal. The contact called the manufacturer who referred her to the dealer. The failure mileage was 230 and the current mileage was 897. Updated 01/20/11 *bf the…
ODI 10368183
Steering · Tires · Wheels
2010 nissan altima 2.5sl has been experiencing vibration through the steering wheel, accelerator pedal and drivers seat when driving on highways above 60mph. I had the tires rebalanced, rotated and an independent shop wheel alignment to no avail. The tires are showing a choppy or feathering wear pattern. This vibration began soon after purchase after the break in period. The vehicle currently has under 8,000 miles…
ODI 10402477
Air Bags · Front · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 nissan altima. While traveling at speeds of 60 mph, the vehicle began abruptly veering to the right without driver intent. The contact attempted to maintain control of the vehicle; however; the steering wheel became hard and resistant to driver input. The contact was unable to move the steering in either direction. The vehicle then spun out of control and proceeded to crash into a cement…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10320490