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Door Latch Keeps Breaking
2013 Nissan Altima
This problem may be covered under warranty. Ask your Nissan dealer.
CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2013 Nissan Altima has multiple problem trends including the CVT transmission, and now that this model is out of warranty, it earns our "Avoid Like The Plague" badge.
Owners complain about vibration and transmission failure related to the CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission), a whining noise from the power steering pump, and constant windshield problems that appear to be the result of poor design.
Be warned: the 2014 & 2015 Nissan Altima appears to share these same problems.
8.2
pretty bad- Typical Repair Cost:
- $90
- Average Mileage:
- 56,050 miles
- Total Complaints:
- 11 complaints
Most Common Solutions:
- not sure (5 reports)
- replace door handle (5 reports)
- zip tie did not last so bought $30 nissan part (1 reports)
accessories - interior problem
Helpful websites
- Replacing An Interior Door Handle - Here's how to replace the door handle. The actual replacement door handle costs less than $20. By most accounts, the process to replace it takes less than an hour. Less than 30 minutes for some.
A D V E R T I S E M E N T S
This is ridiculous. Nissan should not make a part out plastic especially when it gets used significantly! It should be made of STEEL. I called Nissan to see how much the part would cost and they said $25.00 with $220.00 in labor. This is the fleecing of America again! Shame on you NISSAN!
I found a u-tube video that shows how to drill a hole and use a zip tie to hold the ball that is at the end of the cable in place. You will need another person to help you. Good Luck.
Update from Jun 12, 2019: Door latch on the passenger side has now broke as well.
Bought a new $30 part from Nissan .....Errrr. One would think that a part that gets used multiple times a day should be made out of metal! CUSTOMER FLEECING at its best! Nice job Nissan.
- Diane G., Cold Spring, MN, US