2010 Nissan Altima problems
The Nissan Altima is a mid-size car manufactured by Nissan since 1992. It is a continuation of the Nissan Bluebird line, which began in 1955.
The Altima has historically been larger, more powerful, and more luxurious than the Nissan Sentra but less so than the Nissan Maxima. The first through fourth-generation cars were manufactured exclusively in the United States and officially sold in North and South America, along with the Middle East and Australia. For other markets, Nissan sold a related mid-size sedan called the Nissan Teana which was between the Altima and Maxima in terms of size. In 2013, the Teana became a rebadged version of the fifth-generation Altima.
The name "Altima" was originally applied to a top trim line of the Nissan Leopard for the Japanese market in 1986, and then to the Nissan Laurel mid-size car sold in Central America and the Caribbean before 1992. In 1992, Nissan discontinued the Stanza which was a Nissan Bluebird clone, replacing it with the US-built Altima, while remaining a compact car. The first Altima was produced in June 1992, as a 1993 model. All Altima models for the North American market were built in Smyrna, Tennessee, until June 2004, when Nissan's Canton, Mississippi plant also began producing the model to meet high demand.
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Common 2010 Nissan Altima problems
The 2010 Nissan Altima has been reported to have several common problems by its owners. One of the most significant issues is transmission failure, which appears after an average of 136,300 miles of driving. This problem is particularly prevalent in the early days of the Nissan CVT automatic transmission and can cost an average of $2,840 to fix.
Another common problem is the car failing to start, which occurs after an average of 66,250 miles of driving. This issue is often caused by electrical problems, including wiring harnesses and electronic steering column locks. Repairs can range from $150 to $1000, depending on the source of the problem.
Additionally, many owners have reported premature battery failure, which happens in vehicles under 30,000 miles. The only solution is to replace the battery, which can cost over $150.
Transmission failures are also a regular occurrence in the Nissan lineup, including the 2010 Nissan Altima. The only solution is to replace the entire transmission with a new unit, which can cost about $3,000.
The 2010 Nissan Altima has also had some recalls, including suspension insulators cracking, a structural weld, and GPS overheating. The suspension isolators are the most serious, affecting more vehicles and potentially leading to an accident.
Lastly, there have been reports of push-button start failure, electrical system issues, and melting dashboards in the 2010 Nissan Altima.
While the 2010 Nissan Altima has some common problems, it is still a popular midsize sedan with good features and performance. However, potential buyers should be aware of these issues and consider having the vehicle inspected by a mechanic before purchasing.
Is a 2010 Nissan Altima a good buy?
Edmunds says. The 2010 Nissan Altima is an excellent pick for a midsize sedan or coupe, particularly if you're looking for something with some sporting flair.
What is the biggest problem with Nissan Altima?
Most Common Nissan Altima Problems
- Failed Crankshaft Sensor. One of the most commonly reported Nissan Altima problems is related to the crankshaft or camshaft sensor. ...
- Transmission Issues. ...
- Acceleration Problems. ...
- Catalytic Converter. ...
- Engine Start.
Is 2010 a bad year for Nissan Altima?
No, the 2010 Nissan Altima is not a good car. While owners gave it a 4.2 rating in 648 verified owner reviews, we found too many mechanical problems to recommend the Altima. After 12 years the 2010 Altima is near the end of its life cycle.
What problems do the 2010 Nissan Altima have?
Owner Reported Trouble Spots
- Steering And Suspension. ...
- In-car Electronics. ...
- Climate System. ...
- Exhaust. ...
- Noises And Leaks. ...
- Transmission Major. ...
- Brakes. ...
- Engine Minor.
2010 Nissan Altima car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Nissan Altima problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Power train problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Air bags problems
- Engine problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2010 Nissan Altima vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2010 Nissan Altima
The NHTSA has received 372 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2010 Nissan Altima. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2010 Nissan Altima vehicles.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-11-09
- VIN: 1N4AL2AP6AN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: Batteries continue to go dead, have had at least 8 batteries since 2012. Nissan started charging me for batteries got too be expensive & told them this is a huge concern because I travel alone & if I get stranded this is unsafe for me. Gave me all kinds of excuses as to why batteries are going dead. Again, my car is in the driveway with a dead battery. Thank goodness I wasn't travelling, stopped at a rest area & came out to a dead battery. I have to pull my backup for the mileage reference first time I had a dead battery. I can't upload any information because of not enough memory, but I do have all backup.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-06-01
- VIN: 1N4AL2AP6AN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Since 2011/2012 at times Altima won't start. Stopped going to dealer because of excuses & expense after warranty expired. Have been calling AAA. Have had at least 8 batteries replaced. This is a safety issue for me when I travel alone. When I turn the car off I pray evertime that the car starts. I have to pull my paperwork for exact date this started. I only have 92,000 miles on my Altima. So far so good with the latest battery, fingers crossed. Start date below is approximate, have to pull my paperwork.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-05-03
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1N4AL2AP2AN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: Yes, while driving down Atlanta Highway I was going around 55 mph then all of a sudden saw smoke was coming from the front passenger side of the vehicle. When I pulled over Flames was coming from the front right side and spread it to the center of the front hood, then spread it to the front seat and passenger side seat of the vehicle. I didn’t call 911 and fire services responded and put the fire out. According to the Montgomery Police Department, Delano police support Center vehicle was not involved in any type of car accident.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-10
- VIN: 1N4AL2AP3AN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: THIS CAR DASHBOARD IS COMPLETELY MELTING AND THE CHEMICALS THATS BEING RELEASED ARE VERY SMELLY AND EYE BURNING. FROM THE VENTS DOWN TO RIGHT BEFORE THE GEAR SHIFT HAS PIECES MISSING CONTROL UNITS DONT EVEN SIT IN ORIGINAL PLACE BECAUSE THE ENTIRE DASH IS MELTING AND WONT HOLD TOGETHER AND CHEMICALS ARE RELEASED ONTO THE WINDSHIELD MAKING IT ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO SEE ESPECIALLY AT NIGHT. TURN THE AC DEBRIS COMES OUT AND EYES BURN TO THE POINT EVERY ONE HAS TO GET OUT OF VEHICLE. EYES BURN REGUARDLESS OF AC BUT WHEN ITS ON ITS 10X WORSE. IVE OWNED THIS CAR 2 YEARS AND ITS BEEN AN ISSUE SINCE I GOT IT.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-04-10
- VIN: 1N4AL2AP3AN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I HAVE A CVT TRANSMISSION IS MY CAR, AND ITS TERRIBLY SCARY. IT SHIFTS IF IT WANT TOO I TRY TO SLOW DOWN ON THE HIGHWAY HOPING TO HELP IT SHIFT IT STILL DONT I HAVE TO COME ALMOST TO A COMPLETE STOP. I GET OFF THE GAS CAR LURCHES FORWARD AND OR STALLS AND SHAKES AND THEN TAKES OFF. TRY TO ACCELERATE AND THE CAR LITERALLY GOES NO WHERE THAN MINS LATER IT JUST TAKES OFF WITHOUT FOOT BEING ON GAS PEDAL. LOTS OF HESISTATION SHUDDERING LURCHING STALLING ITS REALLY SCARY TO DRIVE AT NIGHT TIME AND THROUGH BUSY PLACES. YOU PUT IT GEARS AND IT EVEN JUMPS AND OR ROCKS BACK AND FORTH
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-02
- VIN: 1N4AL2EP1AC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that seat air bag warning light remained illuminated after starting the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed there was no recall on the VIN for the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 191,000.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-01
- VIN: 1N4AL2AP0AN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The dashboard is melted. The shiny surface that this melted area has created causes a terrible glare when driving during the day to the point where it is difficult to see the road or oncoming traffic well. The surface is extremely sticky to the touch. Melting has progressively been getting worse.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-19
- VIN: 1N4AL2APXAN
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: - Fuel system and Gauge - Smell of gas in the car, gas gurgles out of the filler tube. Concerned of driving the car with the smell of gas. - Dealer says repair it's not covered yet there's a recall bulletin on this problem (Nissan TSB NTB17-030). Say's diagnosing the problem isn't covered nor the repair. - NO - Fuel gauge reacts very slowly, won't go past halfway point. Can only fill $5 dollars of gas into the tank.
STEERING,SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-09
- VIN: 1N4AL2AP1AN
- Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: 2010 Nissan altam the front strut insulators on both sides have really bad cracks on the upper insulators. It's a loud clunking noise going over bumps or just driving on flat surfaces. There's a recall on 09 and 10 maxima and altamas with the same issues but this one isn't showing up for a recall.
SUSPENSION,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-01
- VIN: 1N4AL2AP9AC
- Components: SUSPENSION,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: When parked letting the car warm up constant shaking kinda a rough ideal at times. From park to reverse it shifts hard the to drive its ok I guess then on the go it's like driving a boat on land loud knocking sounds seems like the tires are flat or about to explode off the car really nerve-wracking
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-15
- VIN: 1N4AL2EP1AC
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Dashboard is melting and cracking. Glare makes it hard to see out of the windshield.
POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-01
- VIN: 1N4AL2APXAC
- Components: POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,ENGINE
- Summary: At some point on the highway the car throttles down to less than 60 mph. Mashing the gas pedal to the floor results in nothing happening. This causes a dangerous road situation with the slower speed, but the worst part is when it suddenly begins to accelerate again, potentially hitting the car in front of you unexpectedly. No mechanic can reproduce the effect as it only takes place after driving on the highway for an hour or so.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-07-22
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1N4AL2AP6AN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Today my 16 year old daughter drove my 2010 Nissan Altima. At 45 mph it started to jerk. She pulled over to check things out and saw nothing. She went to put it back in drive and the gear shifter wouldn’t stay in proper drive position, but she started driving. It continued and began jerking, making a popping sound, and then started pouring smoke. She pulled over, got out and got my 10 year old daughter out when she saw a flame by the windshield and they ran away from the vehicle before it became engulfed in flames very quickly. The entire vehicle is ash except the frame in a short period of time.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER,LANE DEPARTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-03-04
- VIN: 1N4AL2AP2AN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER,VISIBILITY/WIPER,LANE DEPARTURE
- Summary: I've owned my Ultima for approximately 9 years the dashboard is melting and cracking causing poor visibility, glares, melting dashboard with cracks causing wires to be exposed to hot heat and sun.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-26
- VIN: 1N4BL2AP2AN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: This vehicle has a major electrical issue. A long time ago, I used to use my keyfob to open doors remotely and used the push start button to get the car running. I can no longer do this. when I couldn't do this any longer, went through several mechanics. They could not fix this problem. Finally, they had to use a bypass method where now I have to use a different way to start the car. The mechanic had to install a push bypass button. This is how I can only start the car now. 1. I depress the brake paddle 2. Insert the keyfob in a hole (located at the bottom the left side of the steering wheel) 3. Press the start button 4. Then hit this bypass button I don't know if anybody is having this issue but this has become a nuisance for me.
POWER TRAIN,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-26
- VIN: 1N4BL2AP2AN
- Components: POWER TRAIN,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: My name is [XXX] and I can be reached at [XXX]...The dashboard has many cracks on it and it looks like it's melting too by the sun rays. It's very sticky when you touch it too. Vehicle tends to slow down a lot when I am driving as if I am about to get transmission problems soon. I see many people who already complained this transmission issue. My car has about 130,646 miles on it. The passenger air bag is consistently on and I hope it won't deploy on its own. INFORMATION Redacted PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
POWER TRAIN,SEAT BELTS,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-05-17
- VIN: 1N4AL2APXAN
- Components: POWER TRAIN,SEAT BELTS,ENGINE
- Summary: Ever since i got the car in May of 2022 I have had problems with my transmission, engine and problems with excessive oil leaking. I’ve tried to get it fixed. None of the repairs have fixed my car even with my warranty and I’m still having problems with it. I have also needed to get a valve cover replacement and many repairs to my engine. My dashboard also has difficulties working and turning on. Sometimes my brakes are faulty and require changes frequently. I also have no seatbelts in my backseat
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-05
- VIN: 1N4AL2AP9AN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: My air bag light is on red
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-06-01
- VIN: 1N4BL2AP0AN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: THERE ARE two ISSUES WITH THIS VEHICLE. FIRST, THE COST TO REPLACE A HEADLIGHT BULB IF ONE GOES OUT IS VERY HIGH (I PAID WELL OVER A HUNDRED DOLLARS), AND THUS MANY PEOPLE MAY NOT BEABLE TO REPLACE THE LIGHT, WHICH I BELIEVE IS A SAFETY ISSUE. Second, this vehicle does NOT have the means to start it with a real key. It ONLY starts with the key fob. Thus, in the event that something happens to the key fob, like if it breaks or if the battery goes dead, the vehicle cannot be started. I believe this would cause a safety issue, in the event that a driver should be stuck on the side of the road, especially in bad weather, and cannot start the vehicle to move out of the way of any traffic or other dangers. I did question the manufacturer about this issue which is the most important to me, and they were VERY uncooperative. They would NOT sell me a replacement key fob (to keep as a backup) but would sell me one at a price over $300. I feel this especially is a safety issue. And actually the TRUNK of this vehicle has no key hole that can allow it to be opened except with the key fob. What if a woman has the keyfob in her pourse, lays it down to unload groceries into the trunk, and accidently closes the trunk lid. Then she cannot start her vehicle. And, what if a CHILD should get into the trunk and there be no one with a key fob to get them out. I would like to have some response to these issues. In my opinion, both the keyfob issues and the headlamp issue are vey important safety issues and need to be addressed. I feel that things like safety equipment (headlights) and access (an actual key and opening to use it) should be priced within the reach of ANY person who owns this particular vehicle. Thank you Please disregard CAPS in first paragraph, my CAPS key got stuck.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-07-01
- VIN: 1N4AL2AP8AC
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The problem is in the Transmission. It is very stressful to know that I can't go faster than 35mph and specially super important that I have to stay under 5mpr or I might blow the motor I'm guessing
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-01
- VIN: 1N4AL2AP1AN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: My extremely shiny/melting dashboard is the problem yes it is available for inspection. Everyones safety was put @ risk because of the glare created by that dashboard onto the windshield. I can’t afford to pay the dealership or anyone else to look at it. Not inspected by police insurance or manufacturer yet but I’m sure it will be once I have a wreck Due to the fact that I can’t see clearly out the windshield there were no warning lamps Or messages but here’s the story : I bought this car Preowned in Oklahoma on April 16, 2023 since then on more than one occasion I have almost run over A pedestrian or into another vehicle because I couldn’t see due to the excessive glare on my windshield One photo Shows how bad the Glare is when The Sun hits The windshield 4some reason it uploaded sideways Depending upon the placement of the sun the Reflection on the The windshield Will cover the entire lower half the rest of the photos were taken in my garage &even after dark with just the light from my garage you can clearly see how bad the glare is due to the reflection. I also included a photo of a quarter standing On its side. that is how sticky the dash is. You can also see in the photos how the shade I bought to keep the sun off of The dash leaves pieces on the dashboard because it keeps sticking to the dashboard Every day when I use it. You can also see if you look really closely how the stickiness that’s on the shade rubs off onto the windshield and leaves a sticky mess on it. please do something about this my car is no longer under warranty but is it unsafe to drive at various times both day and night. There’s no way I can afford to get a new dash.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-01
- VIN: 1N4AL2AP1AN
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: My dash is melting and it is so shiny that the glare on the windshield makes it almost impossible to see on a sunny day. The dash is so sticky that you can’t even clean it. And it is admitting a foul odor which makes me sick makes my nose run and makes my eyes water. I don’t have another vehicle to drive but it’s getting to where I can’t drive this one
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-09
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1N4AL2AP2AN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,ENGINE
- Summary: Inspection is available, but note that car is in very poor shape and melted. All persons in the vehicle at the time of the incident were in extreme danger as the car showed no warning signed in the engine heat or check lights in the dashboard before the engine sputtered and slowed, the electrical sparked, and the whole front of the car caught on fire. The fire spread on a matter of 10 minutes and burst the windshield and front tires from the flames. Police inspected the remains of the vehicle and were unable to discover the source outside of the leaking oil still on fire by the electrical unit. Claim has been reported to insurance provider for their review.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-02-13
- VIN: 1N4AL2AP4AN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Sensor in the front passenger seat is out making the airbag light blink in the cluster panel. I was told by the Nissan dealership that I would need a whole new seat and that would cost over $1000.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-01-10
- VIN: 1N4BL2EP5AC
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: The dashboard is sticky and melty. It has also cracked open continuously from left to right across the entire front face of the dashboard. It continues to widen such that I can see some of the inside of the dashboard. There was a class action settlement made for 2008-2009 Altimas and this exact problem of melty and sticky dashboard. The car is available for inspection upon request. There are three primary concerns regarding this dashboard 1. glare from the melt causing accidents, 2. reduced function of safety systems, and 3. off gassing of plastic components proven to be carcinogenic.
2010 Nissan Altima recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 3 recalls for different components of the 2010 Nissan Altima.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
- Summary: NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH A GARMIN NUVI MODEL 750 NAVIGATION SYSTEM. THE BATTERIES CONTAINED IN THE AFFECTED GPS UNITS CAN OVERHEAT.
- Consequence: OVERHEATED BATTERIES COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY GARMIN TECHNICIANS BY REPLACING THE BATTERY AND INSERTING A SPACER ON TOP OF THE BATTERY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN DIRECTLY AT 1-866-957-1981 OR NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 ALTIMA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 7, 2010 THROUGH APRIL 13, 2010. SOME OF THE FRONT SIDE MEMBER ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN WELDED TO SPECIFICATION DUE TO A TOOL MAINTENANCE ERROR.
- Consequence: IF SEVERAL STRUCTURAL WELDS ARE OUT OF SPECIFICATION ON A SINGLE VEHICLE, IT MAY HAVE AN EFFECT ON THE VEHICLE CRASH PERFORMANCE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND IF NECESSARY REPAIR FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 13, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 ALTIMA AND MAXIMA PASSENGER CARS. THE UPPER FRONT STRUT INSULATORS MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION RESULTING IN A POTENTIAL FOR THE STRUT INSULATOR TO CRACK.
- Consequence: IF THE STRUT INSULATOR IS CRACKED, THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR THE STRUT ROD TO COME OUT OF ITS MOUNTING POSITION, WHICH COULD AFFECT VEHICLE STABILITY AND INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE FRONT STRUT INSULATORS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN OCTOBER 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-NISSAN1 (1-800-647-7261).
Negative 2010 Nissan Altima car reviews
Positive 2010 Nissan Altima car reviews
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I bought my 2.5S coupe brand new in July of 2010 and have been taking great care of it ever since. I make sure to keep up with regular oil changes and change the spark plugs with OEM every 100K. I've been following the maintenance schedule included in the owners' manual and it's been working wonders for me. Even after 217K miles, my car still runs almost as good as new. It's a heavy, solidly made car that feels great to drive. Although it's not as silent at idle as it used to be, it's still not loud by any means. Occasionally, there's a little window rattle on the highway, but nothing major. The only problem I've had in 10 years was a bracket that holds a belt go. The acceleration is smooth and it feels like it has more horsepower than it actually does. I personally love the smoothness of the CVT transmission, so I don't understand why some people complain about it. The car handles great and does well in the snow. I invested in Michelins when it was time for new tires and the Premier A/S is the best tire for this car. One of my favorite things about this car is the insane cruising range. I average right around 30 MPG overall and easily get over 500 miles per full tank of gas. Since I do a lot of highway miles and don't beat on it, I'm very happy with this purchase.
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I really like this car! After looking at Honda, Subaru, Volvo, and others, I narrowed it down to the Altima and the Infiniti G37x (really). While I prefer the exterior of the Altima, I have to give the interior nod to the G37. The Altima has fold-down rear seats, better fuel economy, and oh, by the way, it was over $10k less! I may miss the AWD on a few days here in CO, but my snow tires will help. I was pleasantly surprised at how affordable the Altima was compared to the Infiniti. The Infiniti dealers were unwilling to discount the 2010's even with their lots full and the 2011's arriving in Sept. Oh well, good for us, and I'll pocket the $10k, thank you very much!
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The Altima 3.5SR is a fantastic vehicle! It has great performance, features, interior and exterior. The Sport, Premium and Technology packages are definitely worth the investment. While it would have been nice to have a cargo net and all-weather mats, they are not deal-breakers. The new generation of OEM navigation is truly impressive and the build quality seems to be top-notch. Overall, I can't find anything to dislike about this vehicle!
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The interior may feel a bit cramped for older, mature adults, and entry and exit can be a bit difficult.
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Firstly, let's start with the good stuff. The exterior of the car is sleek and attractive, which receives a lot of compliments. After getting used to the CVT transmission, I appreciate the smoothness it provides. The seats are also very comfortable. However, there are some downsides to the car. The defrost is not very effective, even after trying hot and cold air. The tires are cheap and have shown wear in less than 3000 miles. Although the radio controls on the steering wheel allow you to turn on and change stations, you cannot turn it off (unlike my husband's Sentra, which is a step down, but has this feature). The car gets decent mileage on trips, but not overall. The computer reading says 27 mpg tank average, but the actual is more like 20-21. Lastly, there is a clunking sound near the right front tire when starting out, and the mechanic says it's something resetting. It's a bit weird. Overall, it's a mix of good and bad. This is our first Nissan, so only time will tell.
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Graham Carter 2024-09-18
I've been driving my Altima 2.5 Sedan for over a year now and while it may not be the car for everyone, it has served me well. Although it may not be the most powerful car out there, it gets the job done. While the front seats may not be the most comfortable, they are still manageable. There have been a few rattles and squeaks from the interior and exterior, but nothing too concerning. The car can be prone to understeer, but with careful driving, it's not a major issue. While the CVT may take some getting used to, it's not a deal breaker. The blind spot at the driver's A pillar can be a bit of a challenge, but with proper adjustments, it's manageable. The trunk hinges may not be ideal, but they still get the job done. Overall, I have had a positive experience with my Altima 2.5 Sedan.
Monte Denesik 2024-09-10
This Nissan Altima is a really nice vehicle. It has been well-maintained by its single owner over the past 10 years, and I hope it will continue to be a reliable car. The interior is extremely clean, and it drives smoothly. The mechanic mentioned that it may need new struts at some point and a CVT transmission fluid change in the next few thousand miles, but other than that, it doesn't require any additional work at the moment.
Jacinto Welch 2024-08-19
I came across many reviews on this website and noticed that the Altima had received really good ratings. I purchased the basic model a few months ago, but unfortunately, I can't say that I'm impressed with it so far. If you're looking for a car with a lot of horsepower, this might not be the one for you. The unique transmission seems to gear down on takeoff, which makes the car feel like it has even less horsepower. Additionally, if you need to step on the gas, be prepared for a loud roar from the engine noise, which can be quite unpleasant. I bought the car brand new, and as you know, the economics of buying a new car means that I'll lose a lot of money if I trade it in.
Arturo Ankunding 2024-07-04
I recently purchased this car, but unfortunately experienced a coolant leak that affected the cylinders. Nissan had to replace the shortblock engine, which has caused a delay in receiving my car. I am hopeful that once I receive it, it will be in good condition. If not, I may consider trading it in for an Accord or Camry.
Eladio Hyatt 2024-05-08
As a tall driver who needs to sit upright and values headroom, I was disappointed to find that the Altima requires the sunroof (sports package) before I could order the premium package (leather seats, backup camera, auto climate control..things that I wanted). This is especially frustrating since the Altima has the most headroom of 6 cylinder sedans. I strongly suggest that sunroofs should not be mandated before other options can be added. Despite this issue, I have found the Altima to be a nice car for tall drivers, with modest road noise and a more US car-like ride than some reviews suggest (less harsh than my 2003 Maxima).