2013 Nissan Altima Power Train Problems
- 387
- 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 387 stored complaint records:
- 7 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- lost power · 10 records
- independent mechanic · 8 records
- shift park · 8 records
- coming stop · 7 records
- without warning · 7 records
- needed replaced · 7 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 167 |
| 1–30k mi | 85 |
| 30–60k mi | 74 |
| 100–150k mi | 27 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
At approx. 25 mph or 1500 to 2000 rpm's there is a very noticeable vibration or shudder in the vehicle coming up through the steering wheel and the gas pedal. This also occurs around 60 mph and is very disturbing. Also sometimes when i am stopped for a stop sign, traffic signal etc., when i step on the gas to move forward, there is no response for approx. 2 to 3 seconds. I was making a right turn once and the…
ODI 10691204
Power Train
The issue first started two (2) months after i purchased the vehicle, making a shutter/power surge feeling under acceleration. The brakes also shuttered, the backup camera went in and out, there were numerous recalls for the vehicle as well. I brought it to the dealership and they "fixed" all of the issues with some software updates, resurfaced the rotors, and also replaced the side mirrors. The transmission seemed…
ODI 10764277
Power Train
Extreme vibration in the front all the way to the seats at any speed above 20 mph. Took to the dealership three times. Laughed at each time. Was told it's the cvt and how it works. That is false as i have driven numerous vehicles including other altimas with the cvt and the nissan xtronic cvt. I have never driven a vehicle with so much vibration that concentrated. This is one of the numerous issues with this car.…
ODI 10683410
Engine · Power Train · Service Brakes
January the 8th i was driving from work to home my job is about 30 miles from my home. I was driving no faster than 50-45 miles an hour due to construction in the areas on my way home. There are cameras at the lights in a city 7 miles before my city. If you go over the line a bit they take pictures of your license plate and send you a picture and ticket in the mail with an image of you going over the line indicating…
ODI 10678277
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
While i was driving it just stop and forcing to start when have it check they say said its gas pump with other several problem , i recently bought the car not even after three months it start gave those problem , now it have been sitting for almost a year now without driving , i still makes my payment every month , i can't have you guys a exact date when it really happened but i really need a investigation for the…
ODI 10876690
Power Train
I was driving on high way car suddenly started making noise and i was not able to accelerate more than 20 mph and finally it stopped middle of the high way.after visiting the service center they told me transmission is broken,i saw same posts in other blogs as well.please take a action as soon as possible. *tr
ODI 10672853
Power Train
I was parked in front of a store. I exited the car to put my mother's walker in the trunk. I had reached the rear of the vehicle (on driver's side) when the car began to move. I ran after it and grabbed the driver's side door handle to try and slow or stop the vehicle but it was in gear and i was thrown to the ground injuring my knee. The car proceeded to crash into two other cars before it came to a stop. I was in…
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10671703
Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Transmission shudders during acceleration, generally between 1st and 2nd gear thus hesitation occurs when entering higher speed lanes.(i.e. A momentary hesitation in power during acceleration) *js
ODI 10661538
Power Train
I have been having an issue with the transmission since my car reached just over 60k miles. I've taken to the dealership numerous times and keep telling me it's not a vin number that comes up in a recall, but some of the 2012-2013 nissan altimas are getting notices for what my complaint is on my car. The nissan dealership service told me to flush the transmission that it should fix the issue, so i did that and no…
ODI 10714155
Power Train
Was driving down the road and the car just went dead. The steering was difficult as i am 18 and not very strong. I was unable to get from the highway which was very dangerous. After research many people are having the same problem which i feel is a safety hazard. This has been going on since 2003 and nissan has not remedied the issue. *tr
ODI 10650102
Power Train
When i started the car in the morning the car would not get out of parking tried several times to turn of car and start car to see if it get out of park and it would not. Had to insert another object in manual shift release to get car into gear and drive. Called dealer they said it is unknown if covered. Took it to the dealer they looked at it and said it is not covered and the part is over a month away. I have seen…
ODI 10652915
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
I was driving on the expressway doing about 40mph and then all of a sudden the care seemed as though it had problems shifting out. Then when i stop the car hesitated to take off and then when it did take off it jerk and the took off. When i got home i turned off the car and started it back up it drove fine, but later that day when i drove it started to do it again and then the check engine light came on. *tr
ODI 10644240
Engine · Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 nissan altima. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled in the park gear and hesitated to restart. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was unknown.
ODI 10794855
Engine · Power Train
This card start shuddering and with enough vibration to shake the cabin dashboard. Vehicle start shuddering around: 20 / 40 / 55mph when rpm stay around 1500 -- 2000 rpm. With light accelaration, the car will shudder just like with a stick shift with 1 gear higher. Very annoying. Nissan dealer offer no help. First was replace a alternator, but after 10000 miles, it come back again. And the car still suddering with…
ODI 10681632
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2013 nissan altima. The contact stated that the vehicle decelerated while driving. The failure occurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 28,000.
ODI 10713993
Electrical System · Power Train
I purchased a 2013 nissan altima in july 2014 with 36,000 miles. About 3 weeks after purchasing this vehicle, the check engine light came on. I took it into the local nissan dealer to determine the cause. I was told that they couldn't find the source and it would require further diagnostic testing for $80. I disagreed and left. Two days later, my daughter and i were traveling along interstate 10 when suddenly the…
ODI 10638423
Power Train
2013 nissan altima. Consumer writes in regards to defective transmissions. *smd the consumer stated for at least two years, nissan has been selling cars in the us with defective transmission. These defects caused the vehicle to hesitate, shudder or even stall when accelerating from low speeds, when entering or merging into traffic. *jb
ODI 10626708
Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
Occurrence has happened 8 times while driving. The vehicle shudders which leaves about 4 seconds of no throttle response. A loud noise is heard from the transmission area, the vehicle jerks hard and the rpms drop as well. Usually occurs when driving 25-35 mph while slowing down and/or turning. *tr
ODI 10626422
Electrical System · Power Train
Vehicle has a shudder when decelerating from 65 to 60. Has progressively been happening more often. In addition to the shudder at higher speeds, it now has started to shudder and lack response at lower speeds at random. The gas mileage has dropped at least 5 mpg since all of these issues started. I have taken to nissan service twice for the same issue. Both times the problem "couldn't be duplicated" and there isn't…
ODI 10648827
Power Train · Steering · Suspension
When i test drove and purchased my vehicle, everything seemed great. It was a very short test drive though. Not even 1month after buying the car, i have problems with it. I noticed the suspension and steering to be not as tight or responsive (diminished) and also notice a lot of wander in the font end and understeer/oversteer. Along with the suspension and steering problems came the transmission shutter. At lower…
ODI 10652282
Electrical System · Engine · Power Train
While slowing down for an intersection all electronics on car stopped with no warning and motor shut down. No indicator lights on dash. Car became completely malfunctioning in an instant. No power breaks or steering, dash lights, console display or ignition on indicator. Got car to a stop. Put the car in park and restarted with no errors or indications that the car mechanically and electronically just died. Clock…
ODI 10598874
Engine · Power Train
I was driving my car on the highway when it started to shutter. It was first happening on inclines then all the time. It eventually just slowed down and i had to quickly exit to avoid getting stuck in the middle of the highway. I have brought the shuttering/jerking issue to the dealer previously and was told that no issue was found. Now i am told that i have to replace the transmission which is $3,500. After doing…
ODI 10597793
Power Train
Vehicle has a shudder when decelerating from 65 to 60. Has progressively been happening more often. In addition to the shudder at higher speeds, it now has started to shudder and lack response at lower speeds at random. The gas mileage has dropped at least 5 mpg since all of these issues started. I have taken to nissan service twice for the same issue. Both times the problem "couldn't be duplicated" and there isn't…
ODI 10648824
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Cvt transmission failure. This is an event in which the automobile transmission and throttle simply stops working while the car is being driven. I experienced this event this past saturday on a trip into boston. It is quite terrifying to be driving along in the middle of traffic and have your car stop functioning with respect to having no power or gears such that you have no control or ability to make the car…
ODI 10582869
Power Train · Suspension
Having a shaking wobble at low speed in the front suspension like the front suspensions going to fall off. Was there ever since i bought the car new. I think it must be the mounts or loose support rods, but i feel you need to recall my car to fix it. This seems to be a accident waiting to happen. It gets worst when turning right at very low speeds.
ODI 11019820