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2006 Nissan Altima steering problems

15 complaints (2% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 70,000. 2 crashes reported.

owner complaints
15
of this car's complaints
2%
typical mileage
70,000
crashes
2
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Column locking: anti-theft device
    1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Nissan Altima steering problems in other years

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Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2006 Nissan Altima owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 25, 2023 · Engine, Steering · 200,000 miles · TX

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while his sister was driving at an undisclosed speed, the steering wheel was shaking, and the vehicle stalled. The contact's sister turned off the vehicle. Additionally, the contact stated that after refueling, multiple attempts were needed to restart the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer; however, the failure could not be duplicated. The contact stated that an oil change was completed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.

Filed Oct 14, 2022 · Engine, Fuel system · SC

Vehicle is experiencing excessive oil consumption. I had to replace rack and pinion steering and vehicle is using excessive amounts of power steering fluid. I purchased both headlight assemblies due to not being able to align properly.

Filed Aug 31, 2021 · Electrical, Engine · FL · fire

Last year i had the same issues with my 2003 nissan sentra gxe that i am now facing with my 2006 nissan altima. The serpentine belt comes off because of the harmonic balance and this ones ac clutch locked up and is wobbling plus my transmission acts irratic snd the starter csused the cwr to stall and catch fire! Th3 stress and agony of dpending all my savings fixing the car to end up stuck anyways and this is ongoing problems that keep reoccuring in all piece of sh** nissans and they want more money id like to file a lawsuit ! #BOYCOTT NISSAN

Filed Mar 5, 2021 · Steering · 130,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that while driving out of the driveway and making a left turn, the steering wheel turned 360 degrees. The check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the vehicle and determined that the steering column failed and needed to be replaced. The mechanic informed the contact that if she continued to drive the vehicle, the steering wheel may seize and cause the brakes to fail as well. The contact then contacted the manufacturer but was informed that the vehicle was over the warranty coverage and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 130,000.

Filed Dec 5, 2017 · Acceleration, Steering · 68,000 miles · NC · crash

All incidents in parking lots during manuvering into or out of parking spaces. Throttle goes wideopen, car lurches forward or backward, completely out of driver control for approx. 10 to 15 seconds.

Filed Mar 11, 2017 · Steering · 75,000 miles · MA

My 2009 nissan altima's electronic steering column lock malfunctioned and my girlfriend and I were stranded in the middle of a snow storm. We had to call triple a to have the car towed after waiting for 2 hours in below freezing temperatures. There was no indication that this would happen in the years leading up to when it occurred. The car was stationary when this happened. We then paid $1191.50 to have this fixed and ended up missing a day of work. In further reading, I found out that this is a common problem and that there was a period of time where owners could have this fixed. Neither the dealer that I bought the car from or the dealer that services the car informed me of this issue.

Filed Jul 20, 2016 · Engine, Steering · 169,050 miles · CA

This vehicle has given me a lot of problems from steering to brakes took the boots transmission. It was hard shifting going through an intersection all the sudden it popped and the transmission gave out

Filed Apr 14, 2014 · Steering · 108,456 miles · LA

I was traveling home around 9:45 pm from chalmette, la when the car gave no warning signs that it was going to stop. I keep coasting the car home and it died. Had the car told to the dearlership in slidell, la on 4/3/14. I was advised by mr. Dale shockley that they will have to keep the car. Called around 0845 to check what is wrong but they had not looked at it. Around 11:30 mr. Shockley called to say the transmission was gone. I asked them how that happen because there is no oil under my car part. The manager stated that this just happen and they never know when it was going to go out. I asked them why they did not see it and the manager stated again they go out unsucceply. These people wanted to keep my car and told me it was going to cost them $4,045 plus other work. This is a disgrace. Did they see this black girl to rob her. I need to know if the part next to the transmission has a recall?

Filed Nov 3, 2012 · Steering · 46,000 miles · MI

When I turn a corner the steering is sticking. Feels like it is locking up then go loose. The power fluid is full that is not the problem.

Filed May 14, 2012 · Steering, Wheels · AL

I have also experienced problems with the steering wheel vibrating recently. I got my rear rotors and pads replaced at the manufacture and thought this would cure the problem, then was told that I needed to get my front rotors and brake pads done to prevent the vibration in the steering wheel. I just got my rotors and pads replaced in the car 9 months ago. I think there is something seriously wrong with this car. I believe the transmission is about to play out. My car has been jerking when I drive. It appears to be "pulling". I asked the manufacture about this and the nissan dealership reported no problems with the engine or transmission. I called nissan main office regarding the re-call and the rep just told me that there was only one recall on my car, when I saw 4 online regarding the make, model, and year of my car. How does anyone know which cars have a recall or problem unless they are reported?

Questions about the 2006 Nissan Altima steering

Does the 2006 Nissan Altima have steering problems?

Owners have filed 15 complaints about the steering of the 2006 Nissan Altima, 2% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2006 Nissan Altima steering problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 70,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2006 Nissan Altima steering?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Nissan Altima have bad steering?

The Nissan Altima model years with the most steering complaints are 2009 (859 complaints), 2013 (94 complaints) and 2014 (58 complaints).

Other 2006 Nissan Altima problems

Engine 352Body 221Transmission 79Electrical 72Airbags 43Acceleration 38Fuel system 32Brakes 26Driver assistance 21Suspension 18Lights 9Tires 9Seats 8Wheels 7Visibility 6Seat belts 4Locks 3

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