2011 Nissan Altima Power Train Problems
- 51
- 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 51 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- whining noise · 6 records
- without warning · 5 records
- needed replaced · 5 records
- transmission slipping · 4 records
- lost power · 4 records
- where diagnosed · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 19 |
| 60–100k mi | 15 |
| 30–60k mi | 5 |
| 150–400k mi | 5 |
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
My 2011 nissan altima has less than 53,000 miles, for the past several months i keep getting a check engine light that comes on and then goes away after about a week. When checked the code it is giving is p0826 which indicates "a problem in the electrical circuit of the upshift/downshift switch to the transmission range correlation circuit. This circuit includes the switch, wiring, connectors, and mode actuator, and…
ODI 11083190
Power Train
My nissan altima 2.5 s, at 123,000 miles, began losing power while i was driving in busy traffic. My car eventually stopped. I had my car hauled to my home, by a tow truck. The nissan dealership was notified and given the vin #. This particular year (2011), was not on the recall list , but previous years had been added to the list, for the same problem (cvt transmission). I read multiple complaints online regarding…
ODI 11074415
Power Train
When pressing on the gas pedal, the vehicle does not move, it is not getting power; per the dealership the transmission needs to be replaced
ODI 11071539
Power Train
In january 2018, i took my nissan altima to a nearby authorized nissan dealer explaining that the car was not accelerating after stopping. When depressing the gas pedal, the car engine would not immediately engage and would stay idle until seconds passed to which point the car would accelerate to the speed limit whil driving on interstates and local roads. The nissan dealer (porter nissan in newark de) indicated the…
ODI 11064358
Power Train
Driving on the road at 55 mph the nissan all of a sudden would not go over 20 mph. After taking the car to the dealership, the stated we needed a new transmission. The vehicle is only 6 years old. We maintained the vehicle and followed all the guideline for maintenance. I was quiet shocked to learn that this is a common occurrence for nissan cvt transmissions. My concern is for the safety of my 21 year old son who…
ODI 11052554
Power Train
I purchased my vehicle pre-owned in 2014. The vehicle has less than 120,000 miles and is only 6 years old. I put a brand new battery in the vehicle a couple weeks ago, i started to notice when i put the vehicle in reverse it would jolt, then it started doing the same thing when i put in drive. I had to pull over with my baby in the car and got the verhicle towed because i was scared, and now all of a sudden my…
ODI 11046990
Power Train
Few weeks ago i noticed a whining noise from my car, and then the check engine light came on. I had my brother look at my car because he works on cars and is a mechanic and he said it is my transmission. The car is 6 years old and this shouldn't be happening.
ODI 11015700
Power Train
At 93,000 miles the transmission failed and had to be replaced at a cost of $3,700. The only replacement transmission cost more than $2,500 is sold by nissan and only comes with a 12 month warranty. This is outrageous. Why does the 120,000 mile warranty stop with the 2010 model when the problem still exists in the models after 2010?
ODI 11004081
Power Train
Nissan 2011 cvt transmission failure. Car would not accelerate in the middle of a busy highway, narrowly escaping a crash with another car. Cost to replace $+4000. 2003-2010 altima cvt owners complained about cvt transmissions and granted complete reimbursement coverage...5 years/60,000 miles changed to 10 years/120,000 miles. Nissan customer service denied $ support for my 2011 altima nor would they tell me whether…
ODI 11006298
Body · Power Train · Unknown Or Other
1) when accelerating from s stop, my car will jerk (like the transmission is slipping). It will often jerk while my car is in motion as well. This happens on city streets & freeways/highways. 2) there is also an issue with the "hood latch" not locking completely. It sometimes looks like the hood is going to pop open when driving .
ODI 11004788
Power Train
Approximately 4-6 weeks ago the car started to jerk occasionally. Then it became more predominant. We just found out today that the transmission is no good and that there is a history of cvt transmission failure. The cost to repair is $3900. The trade-in value is $2000.
ODI 10991812
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 nissan altima. While accelerating from a stop, the vehicle hesitated and vibrated moderately without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer (crossroads nissan wake forest, [redacted], wake forest, nc), but the failure could not be duplicated. The vehicle was taken from the dealer and the failure recurred. The contact stated that the failure occurred approximately three other times.…
ODI 11105390
Electronic Stability Control · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
2011 nissan altima sr sedan 3.5 cvt. When driving, cvt goes into safe mode with reduced acceleration, indicating a transmission issue and would also trigger vehicle dynamic control system fault.. Original engine code was p0175. Had mechanic replace 31935-1xf00 speed sensor assy. Problem was not corrected. Took to local dealer and was told needs new transmission control module unit $850 and new transmission $3,500.…
ODI 10946177
Fuel System, Gasoline · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train · Suspension
My trouble began as i sat and fueled my car with the same type of gas that i have been using for years. I filled my tank, started my car and it started huffing and puffing as if it was about to shut off. After a few minutes it stopped. A few days later while i was driving down the road one day i heard this loud rattling noise as if a chain or something was dragging the ground or being rattled. I approached a red…
ODI 10935570
Power Train
At 45mph my vehicle lost power and when gas was pressed it did not respond. I continued to travel home. Everytime i stopped at stop sign or slow speed and try to accelerate the car would shake violently (all captured on video) and would not accelerate. This was very scary. No service light ever came on!!!! I continue the approximately 3-[redacted] home and it would do the same every time i slowed or stopped. I had…
ODI 10917778
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 nissan altima. While driving 80-85 mph, the vehicle went into safety mode and decelerated to 70 mph. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was taken to flagstaff nissan (4960 e marketplace dr, flagstaff, az 86004, [redacted]) where it was diagnosed that the cooling component needed to be replaced; however, the part was on backorder. In addition a transmission flush was…
ODI 11124389
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 nissan altima. While driving approximately 65 mph, the engine lost power and the vehicle stalled. The failure occurred without warning. Mcdonough nissan (1775 avalon pkwy, mcdonough, ga) diagnosed that the continuously variable transmission was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and did not assist. The failure mileage was…
ODI 11101567
Power Train
Please see attachment explaining my transmission issue and also my experience with nissan. Thank you. *tr
ODI 10871888
Power Train
P0101 powertrain/maf circuit issue keeps coming back with car. Even a technical service bulletin has been issued by the manufacturer for this issue. Dealer reprogrammed ecu/updated & <maf sensor . After certain miles have accumulated the error keeps on coming back with minimal drivability issues such as more fuel consumption due to inaccurate maf readings. Car jerks ever so often with the service engine light on…
ODI 10864267
Power Train
I have a 2011 nissan altima throwing cvt transmission codes. The car accelerates quickly to high rpm's and you have to take your foot off the gas to make the car drive properly. Nissan is fully aware of the cvt transmission issues as they have an extended manufacturer warranty up to 120k miles. However, it caps off at 2010 models. I was told my vin is not covered. I called nissan consumer affairs, but currently…
ODI 10850551
Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 nissan altima. While driving 60 mph, the accelerator pedal was depressed and the speed reduced automatically and the rpms increased without warning. The contact exited off the highway and stopped the vehicle. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, shifted the gear into drive; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate and could not be driven. The vehicle was towed to the…
ODI 11041674
Power Train
I was traveling on the 60w in moreno valley. The temperature was about 90, it was pretty dry and hot. I was cruising along at 70 mph with my brother, infant niece and 10 year old son. When all of the sudden the speed just dropped to about 35 mph, due to there not being any warning at all (no error lights or brake lights), the car behind us nearly rear ended us. They had to swerve so suddenly it almost caused them to…
ODI 10649499
Power Train
On june 26, 2014 around 8pm, the car began to abruptly lose acceleration. I was unable to accelerate past 25mph. I fortunately made it home that evening, but friday, june 27, 2014; the vehicle would not accelerate at all. The engine would not rev in any gear and i was almost stranded in the middle of i95s during lunchtime rush hour. I unfortunately had to have the car towed to chapman nissan, where i was told that…
ODI 10608791
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 nissan altima. While attempting to drive the vehicle, it hesitated and failed to accelerate. The contact stated that the cvt indicator illuminated and the floorboard was constantly damp. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the air module needed to be repaired/reset. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was made aware of the…
ODI 10984257
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2011 nissan altima. The contact stated that while exiting his vehicle it continued going forward. The contact hastily jumped back into the vehicle to stop it and broke his wrist in the process. The contact stated that due to the vehicle not needing a key to start or stop it caused him to get out of the vehicle while it was still in the drive position. The failure recurred numerous times.…
1 injury
ODI 10479413