2013 Nissan Altima Steering Problems
- 71
- 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 71 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- steering wheel · 20 records
- power steering · 13 records
- failure mileage · 10 records
- highway speeds · 8 records
- left right · 6 records
- whining noise · 6 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 1–30k mi | 39 |
| 60–100k mi | 9 |
| 30–60k mi | 7 |
| 100–150k mi | 5 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Steering · Suspension · Wheels
I was driving straight on the highway at approximately 65 mph when the car started moving from side to side and was difficult to control. I exited the highway and had the car towed to my auto mechanic. The issue was a broken rear right control arm. The control arm completely rusted through and separated from the frame of the car.
ODI 11287601
Steering · Suspension
Tl* the contact's son owns a 2013 nissan altima. The contact stated that the rear passenger side lower control arm fractured and needed to be replaced. The contact took the vehicle to a certified mechanic who suggested that the driver's lower control arm also be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa…
ODI 11291286
Body · Steering · Wheels
Rear control arm rusted through and broke. Rear undercarriage all rusted through
ODI 11240531
Rear · Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 nissan altima. While driving, the vehicle began veering in both directions. The contact had difficulty maintaining control of the steering while driving approximately 40 mph. Also, the traction control warning indicator illuminated. An independent mechanic diagnosed that the rear lower control arms fractured. The manufacturer and dealer were not notified. The failure mileage was 11,800.…
ODI 11235032
Steering
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 nissan altima. While the contact's husband was driving various speeds, the steering wheel became uncontrollable. In addition, the rear passenger wheel fractured. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the rear lower control arm needed to be repaired. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or…
ODI 11233771
Body · Steering · Wheels
I was driving my 2013 nissan altima on a busy city street and lost control of steering ability due to the right rear control arm that was completely rusted and broke apart. My vehicle had to be towed and this part had to be replaced.
ODI 11229023
Steering
Vehicle was in motion on a straight flat stretch of county road traveling at approximately 40 mph. Vehicle started to "shimmy" and steering wheel response became sluggish/erratic, and skid control indicator light came on. Vehicle was slowed to approximately 20 mph and turned into a gas station lot and parked. Vehicle was turned off then restarted in case skid lamp could reset. Vehicle was slowly backed about a foot…
ODI 11208274
Steering · Suspension
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 nissan altima. While driving 70 mph, the vehicle lost steering control and the traction control warning indicator illuminated. The contact pulled the vehicle over to regain control of the vehicle. Courtesy motor sales, inc ([redacted], altoona, pa 16602, [redacted]) diagnosed that the rear passenger side control arm needed to be repaired. The contact scheduled a repair appointment with…
ODI 11186195
Steering · Suspension · Wheels
While driving at high speeds 55mph a clunk was heard while in a turn, and the lower right end of the car sank down. The steering went completely crazy and out of control. I had to slow down to 20mph for the entire 30 mile trip home. This was the second time this happened in the last 2 months. The first time was back in january 2019 when the left one broke and almost caused me to wreck again! And now i see there is a…
ODI 11183198
Steering · Suspension · Unknown Or Other
My clutch in stuck in "park". This has been dangerous for my family and i bc if we are stuck in traffic i would put my car in park, and when traffic starts moving again my car is now holding up traffic behind me bc my car is stuck in park. This car is only 6 years old and i've already had to get the transmission replaced. Nissan needs to know they can't sell cars that cause a danger to families!!!!!!!
ODI 11184586
Steering · Suspension
While driving on the highway i heard a "pop" and the steering became unstable on my 2013 nissan altima with the car veering left and right. I took my foot off the gas and was able to guide the car off to the side of the highway without incident. I thought i had a blow out but the tires were fine. If it had been rush hour i probably would have collided with another car. I was able to slowly drive the car off the…
ODI 11182137
Steering
While going about 40 mph driving on a city street my car randomly started to fish tail and i lost control of the rear tires. I took it straight to nissan and found that the rear control arms had broken. The tech said he "had never seen a break like this." i had not hit any potholes or curbs i was simply driving down the road and it just broke. The vehicle only has 60k miles on it and is in great condition. Luckily i…
ODI 11172604
Steering
About a month ago my steering started acting up. It is very stiff when turning a corner, but during the turn it also goes back to "normal", then stiff again. Also when turning the wheel it won't return back to the straight position.
ODI 11089738
Steering · Unknown Or Other · Vehicle Speed Control
After leasing the car for about 4 months, the car developed an issue at 83,000 mile mark. When attempting to turn left or right from standstill the car stalls. I would press down the gas pedal all the way down and the car would not move or accelerate until 6 seconds or so later. Sometimes the car doesn't move at all until i move the steering wheel back and forth. From this i can infer it has to do with the power…
ODI 11031694
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System · Steering
I bought my car in april 2016 i've had nothing but issues it chugs all the time on highway/city/county roads, and while turning left and right with cruze set or not. Every time i get in my car and try to shift it down from park it don't always shift or if i try shifting up it's like it sticks it has been fixed once already, when the heated seats are on low or high setting if left on longer than 5 minuets it gets…
ODI 11046172
Steering
I have taking to the nissan dealer, the shift gear will not move or switch gear do to the problem with the solenoid, is not connecting, i hear is a recall but the dealer will not fix it, because by the time i have this problem my car was over 60,000 miles. It will cost me over $800 out of my packet. I been back and fort driving with them and refused to work with me unless i paid full amount, i know that is in fact a…
ODI 11103018
Body · Seats · Steering
I have already taken this vehicle back numerous times to the dealership for the same recalls and the notification / emergency lights still come on. This happens when driving at a stop light or when i turn the car on.
ODI 10959632
Electrical System · Steering · Unknown Or Other
I have been having an issue with the gear lock not allowing me to get out of park. I have push to start and my car starts with no problems. This has happened more than once and the only way to get the gears to move is by pushing down the gear release lock. I do it have a video but there are complaints of thi and videos on youtube!
ODI 10955472
Air Bags · Steering · Unknown Or Other
Brakes make squeaky noise all the time. Passanger airbag sign does not show even if someone is sitting
ODI 10917236
Steering · Suspension · Wheels
Hi i took my vehicle for regular inspection and have reported a problem with the passenger side wheels making noise. Also reporting car drift side ways while at high speeds. With initial analysis from nissan service center have mentioned that there is some issue with shifting of a spring on the on the track rods. I raised this to my extended warranty service provider. And they have mentioned that it has to be done…
ODI 10907003
Steering
I own a 2013 altima sv purchased brand new, april 2013 and i am having serious steering issues when driving over 60-65mph, car feels like it is wandering all over the road, i constantly feel like i have to correct the steering, very unsafe feeling and wears you out, one coplaint i read mentioned that its like driving on ice, great analogy unfortunately it really does!! My husband travels and drives a great deal as…
ODI 10870933
Power Train · Steering
My 2013 nissan ultima driving on that highway stop and when off 20 sec later starts took it to the dealer they say i need a new transmission i only have 61,000 miles and they have a lot of complaints from different people they want me to pay almost $5000 but i did not get fixed
ODI 10821579
Steering · Suspension
Note: this car was purchased used with about 30,000 miles on it. When driving at highway speeds, both hands on the wheel, going straight, unexpectedly and without warning the car starts to wander and veer off to the other lane. It is much worse if it is a windy day. You have to be ready immediately to make a steering correction or you run the risk of getting into and accident. On the nissan forum, many 2013 altima…
ODI 10817542
Body · Electronic Stability Control · Steering
I was driving to work at approximately 5:30 am and took exit 10b off of i85 north. Went to reach down to get my coffee and hit the grass which in turn slung me into the guard rail. This is not the first time this has happened. This wreck done 10,000 dollars of damage to my car. The steering is very touchy. This has happened several times. My air bag light on the passenger side does not work either. I have taken this…
Crash reported
ODI 10743972
Electronic Stability Control · Steering · Suspension
I have been to the dealer several times with the complaint of the car constantly drifting left and right and not being able to control the handling of the vehicle. It often feels like you are driving on three wheels and the stability shifts. I do not feel safe driving the car as i don't have full control ,nor do i like having my son in the vehicle and try to avoid freeways but it pretty much drifts at all speeds. I…
ODI 10763404