2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2011 Nissan Altima Hybrid; the most frequently affected component is suspension. Owners filed 40 complaints, most often about power train. Among the 5 model years of this model in the database, 2011 ranks #5 for number of recalls.

Recalls1

Complaints40

Crashes reported1in stored complaints

Fires reported1in stored complaints

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Recalls (1)

SuspensionCampaign 11V371000 · 19 Jul 2011

Problem: Nissan is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 nissan altima sedan vehicles manufactured from april 25, 2011, through june 10, 2011 at the canton, mississippi plant. The transverse link bolt may not have been torqued to the proper specification. This condition could cause the bolt to become loose while the vehicle is being driven, creating a rattling noise and vibration.

Risk: If the bolt comes out completely, the driver may experience difficulty controlling the direction of the vehicle which could result in a crash.

Remedy: Nissan will replace the transverse link bolts and nuts and tighten them to the proper torque specification free of charge. The safety recall began on august 8, 2011. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Power train11 · 28%

Engine10 · 25%

Unknown or other9 · 22%

Electrical system5 · 12%

Suspension5 · 12%

Structure4 · 10%

Air bags4 · 10%

Vehicle speed control4 · 10%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

Going down interstate, when you press the gas, vehicle hesitates if you are going faster than 40 miles an hour, motor didn't die but you are unable to go faster for a few seconds, this is very dangerous situation on our interstates. And this is happening on every trip that I am afraid to drive this car, its not…
Power train · Dec 2021 · NHTSA complaint record

Hi my Nissan has 120k miles son it and the transmission is completely wrong don’t go more than 30 mph I take it to the shop to inspect and they told me that it need to be replace. It has code p1778 and code p0868 they told me that the transmission has no oil presure that it was a mechanical problem inside the…
Power train · Dec 2022 · NHTSA complaint record

While driving on the highway the steering wheel locked keeping me from maneuvering the steering wheel. Independent service center diagnostics confirmed it was the power steering pump and sensor. Let the vehicle run into the curb. Then power steering fluid is still leaking out. When taken to the dealership they said to…
Steering · Dec 2022 · NHTSA complaint record

The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the dashboard was sticky to the touch, causing a glare in the windshield. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer where it was diagnosed with needing the dashboard replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and…
Structure · Dec 2021 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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