2013 Nissan Altima: hesitation when accelerating

Filed Aug 22, 2025 · Airbags, Fuel system · VA

Fuel System: Car hesitates and cut off after pumping fuel.\n' + 'Outer Tie rods torn rubber, vehicle never been realigned, but tires were worn on both front sides. \n' + 'Takata Air bag light has been on for over 2 years.\n' + 'Transmission over heats. Engine cuts back between 45 and 60 mph on the freeway. So we stop and allow it to cool off.

Filed Oct 20, 2023 · Transmission · 90,200 miles · MA

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating and jerked intermittently. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle had been diagnosed. The contact was informed that the failure was due to a faulty transmission. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and determined that the VIN was not included in a recall. The failure mileage was approximately 90,200.

Filed Sep 13, 2023 · Transmission · PA

There is a known cvt transmission issue with certain years of different models of Nissans. My sons car recently started hesitating and not accelerating when pulling out of intersections. I took the vehicle to Nissan and was told that there is a known issue and they have extended warranties on the issue but my sons car was out of warranty and they were not willing to assist due to no recalls as of yet. The issue with the car hesitating is a huge safety concern. They recommended a new transmission for 6500.00.

Filed Apr 17, 2023 · Transmission · 100,000 miles · NY

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH and approaching a stop light, the vehicle started shaking violently. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the mechanic replaced the wheel bearing, performed an alignment, and replaced the tires; however, the failure persisted. On another occasion, while accelerating, the vehicle hesitated before accelerating. The contact turned off and restarted the vehicle, and the vehicle started operating normally. The vehicle was taken to any independent mechanic, but no failure was found. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 100,000.

Filed Oct 14, 2021 · Transmission · 70,000 miles · NJ

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that upon coming to a complete stop, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that soon after the restart, the vehicle again stalled without warning. She also stated that the vehicle would hesitate while in reverse with an abnormal, clunking sound coming from the engine. The contact then took the vehicle to a dealer where the vehicle was diagnosed with transmission failure. The manufacturer was also notified of the failure and informed her that there were no recalls on the vehicle and that the warranty had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

Filed Oct 13, 2021 · Engine · 67,000 miles · AL

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving at unknown speeds, the vehicle started hesitating. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact parked on the side of the street for approximately 10 minutes before continuing driving to her destination. The contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic and had an unknown component tied; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. A dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 67,000.

Filed Jul 29, 2021 · Transmission · 130,000 miles · CT

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while at a stop sign, the vehicle began to hesitate and jerk upon the depression of the accelerator pedal without warning. The contact also stated that an abnormal whining sound would emit from the vehicle. The contact stated that the failure persisted until she started driving above 40 MPH. The contact called an independent mechanic who informed her that the failure appeared to be related to the transmission. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed her that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 130,000.

Filed Nov 25, 2020 · Transmission · 85,000 miles · TX

My car hesitates when in reverse or when at red lights. This happens while in drive

Filed Nov 12, 2020 · Transmission · 155,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2013 nissan altima. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle jerked and loss motive power without warning. The contact pulled over to the shoulder of the roadway however, the vehicle hesitated to accelerate forward. The vehicle failed to resume back to normal. The vehicle was taken to michael jordan nissan (3930 durham chapel hill blvd, durham, nc 27707, (919) 489-3800) where it was diagnosed and it was determined that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The failure recurred. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 155,000. *bf

Filed Oct 15, 2020 · Acceleration, Transmission · 89,000 miles · PA

I have 2013 nissan altima s. It has ~89k miles on it. The transmission stopped working on 10/11/2020. How can the federal safety agency assist? Nissan refused to provide any assistance. The cvts installed in the nissan altimas have caused a variety of problems - shaking, losing acceleration and stalling, among others - according to owners who are regularly posting complaints on websites such as autonews.com, carcomplaints.com, and cars.com. Nissan altima owners have secured a settlement offer from the carmaker which would resolve claims that the vehicles' transmissions fail prematurely. Lead plaintiffs alleged that 2013 through 2016 nissan altimas suffer from shuddering, hesitation, stalling, and noises stemming from defective continuous variable automatic transmissions.vaccording to the nissan class action, vehicles stall unexpectedly, causing them to stop in traffic without illuminating the brake lights.vconversely, the defect could also allegedly cause an unexpected surge in power, causing drivers to lose control.vvdespite consumer complaints, nissan reportedly forced owners to pay for a $3,000 fix that often left them with more defective parts.case # 42179365. Due to covid, my issue surfaced after 7 year deadline on may 11, 2020. This is wrong and nissan will not take responsibility for it. I tried to work with madison at nissan 615‑725‑7208. I am having the work done based on diagnosis from wright nissan. The work will cost me about $3,500. Wiegand brothers transmission will replace the transmission. 445 rochester rd pittsburgh, pa 15237. 412‑364‑8000, 412‑364‑7399 email: [email protected]

Filed Jun 30, 2020 · Transmission · VA

When driving my car it jerks, when I'm at a complete stop and then go to take off the car jerks . My car has the CVT transmission which has or had a class action claim against them however to my understanding I wasn't able to qualify for the extended warranty because my mileage exceeded what was required . I don't feel safe transporting my family in this car due to the hesitation/ jerks , however I'm not financially able to take the car to a certified mechanic . I've tried contacting someone in regards to the nissan altima CVT settlement to see if they could direct me to someone who could help resolve this issue but I've had no success reaching anyone. I've had numerous issues with the car besides the hesitation/ jerking, the traction control light randomly comes on for no reason , the A/C want properly work . This has been a ongoing problem for awhile, when I purchased the car ( used ) I was concerned about the jerking when I first drove it but the salesman said that its normal for that type transmission and that I'd get use to it hence the fact I didn't know I was purchasing a car that was putting myself and family in danger . Please help

Filed Nov 20, 2019 · Transmission · 112,000 miles · TX

Engine shuttering, hesitating and surging at low speeds. Happening for 2 days and has progressively gotten worse since it began.