CarComplaints.com Notes: You don't want to get 2009 and 2010 Altima owners started about their cars. That is, unless, you know how to start their cars.
These vehicles can suddenly become impossible to start thanks to a faulty electronic steering column lock (ESCL). Nissan dealers will gladly replace it, but that will run you $1000.
More info & videos about the Nissan ESCL defect are available over at NissanProblems.com.
It's one of the many reasons this car was named CarTalk's Turd of the Week and given our Beware of this Clunker badge. Two dubious honors.
4.7
definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
22,496 miles
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With the front windshield defroster on and outside temperature near 32 degrees Fahrenheit, the front windshield suddenly developed a crack on its own that subsequently increased in size to about 12 inches long.
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the driver and passenger side windows failed and would independently open. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to have a diagnostic performed. The VIN was not available. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure and current mileage was 34,210. Returned by usps on 6/4/2013. 2nd attempt on 6/11/2013 failed.
- Longview , TX, USA
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- Allen, TX, USA