1996 Nissan Altima airbags problems

Filed Jun 21, 2013 · Airbags, Electrical · OH · crash

My car crashed into the back of another vehicle. I had plenty of time to stop, but my car just didn't & my airbags didn't deploy. Even before the crash, the dash lights flicker on and off, & I can barely see with my headlights! Also, my car makes loud cranking noises when I turn. Every car I see like mine, has a smashed up front end & has all the same issues. I can't currently afford a new car, but I'm scared to death to drive mine, but I have no choice. Help me please! Who can I contact? I strongly believe these cars are not fit for driving. I need my problems solved fast before something more serious happens! If I would have known how dangerous these cars truly are, I would have bought something else to keep myself and others on the road safe. I don't have the means at this time in my life to buy a safer and more reliable vehicle. I even had to take time off from college, because I do not have reliable transportation to get myself there. It's very devastating.

Filed Jul 16, 2004 · Airbags · 82,150 miles · WV

I have a 1996 nissan altima gxe. The air bag system developed a problem, I.e. The indicator light would not go out - it continued to flash. Upon diagnosis by the nissan service department, they determined the problem to be a malfunctioning control module. This will cause the unit to not operate properly. I have learned through the federal safety agency website that nissan has had prior problems with these air bag systems, and my problem may be a continuation of these.

Filed Jul 13, 2004 · Airbags · 70,000 miles · NY

Air bag module. Light on dash started to flash . Took car to dealer ship and was told it was the airbag modular after they check out the computer. I asked the service manager if their was a recall on this and he said no. I asked if this was common and he said he had seen this before in this model and year. The part cost over $550.00 not installed. He told me to try to find one in a junk yard, told me how to remove and install same and even offered to let me borrow the special tool needed to remove and install same. Then I was to bring back car to have the light reset, as this would deterrmine if the modular that I got was any good. If light didn't reset then that modular was not good. It was last year when the light started flashing and I have not as yet found a modular in a junk yard.

Filed Jul 24, 2003 · Airbags · 74,000 miles · FL · crash

Vehicle was involved in a right-angled frontal collision while making a left turn. Neither the driver or passenger air bags deployed.*ak

Filed Apr 3, 2003 · Airbags · NY

Air bag control unit

Filed Oct 24, 2002 · Airbags · 116,000 miles · TX

Consumer states while driving at any speed and with no warning the air bag light comes on and the air bag could be inoperative in the event of a vehicle accident. Dealer notified.

Filed May 1, 2002 · Airbags · NC

Consumer states while driving the airbag sensor light illuminated. Took to dealer and they stated that the control unit for the airbag had failed. Consumer feels unsafe, airbags may not deploy in an accident. Please provide any further information.

Filed Jan 15, 2002 · Airbags · NY

Airbag sensor light that is located on dash flashes constantly when vehicle being driven. The cause is unknown. Dealer has been contacted.

Filed Jun 5, 2001 · Airbags · MA

Airbag light stays illuminated while in motion. Dealer will be notified.

Filed Jan 31, 2001 · Airbags · CA · crash

Was driving 60mph when another vehicle side swipe altima on passenger's side by door area. Driver's front hit divider, and air bag failed to deploy.