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2015 Nissan Altima: key fob or push-button start problems

7 of the 956 complaints about the 2015 Nissan Altima describe key fob or push-button start problems.

owner complaints
7
of this car's complaints
1%
typical mileage
33,000
recalls
0
Is there a fix? 60 service bulletins cover this area of the car. See below

Key fob or push-button start problems by model year

What owners say

Filed Feb 6, 2025 · Engine, Transmission · NY

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle jerked and made an abnormally loud sound. The check engine warning light intermittently illuminated. The vehicle returned to normal functionality, but the failure became a regular occurrence. The contact stated that on a separate occasion, the key fob failed to function as intended. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed and determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but denied assistance in covering the cost of the repair. The vehicle remained at the residence and had not been driven since the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Oct 5, 2019 · Electrical · 56,000 miles · MD

My key fob is acting up...incorrect key id,,keeps popping up..I dont understand why this is doing this,,I feel that this is a safety issue because I really am nnot safe when I am stranded because my car will not start

Filed Nov 3, 2018 · Electrical · 61,000 miles · GA

Vehicle was stationary. Dash panel displayed key not detected. Car wouldn't start. Replace battery in key fob with a brand new energizer battery. Worked fine two times and did the same thing. Had car battery checked and was told it was good. Car wouldn't start on me again in an unlit parking lot. Very dangerous situation. Have read on blogs that this is common with this car. Why won't they fix it?

Filed Apr 27, 2018 · Electrical · 28,000 miles · NY

Car will not detect key bob all the time or says no key detected or wrong key have tryed several brands of new batteries

Filed Jul 26, 2017 · Electrical, Fuel system · 27,108 miles · MA

Tl* the contact owns a 2015 nissan altima. The contact stated that when attempting to drive the vehicle, the key fob failed to start the engine. In addition, the contact stated that odor of fuel and antifreeze emitted inside the interior of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to clay nissan dealer, in norwood, ma where the technician told the contact "we do not wanted to see your face around here again.' the vehicle was not repaired and no further assistance was provided. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 27,108.

Filed Apr 22, 2017 · Electrical · 33,000 miles · SD

Push button start doesn't work due to faulty steering wheel lock system. Car will not start unless I use remote start, open and close door then hit brake.

Filed Dec 13, 2015 · 22,000 miles · CT

When my wife has her hearing aid on the keyless car will not start. When I am picking her up and she gets in the car, the dash flashes a warning and says no key detected. The car remains on but will not restart in an emergency unless she gets out. I am a senior, her hearing aid is modern and conforms to fcc reg. Help.

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Questions about the 2015 Nissan Altima key fob

Is key fob or push-button start problems a common problem on the 2015 Nissan Altima?

7 of 956 owner complaints about the 2015 Nissan Altima (1%) mention key fob or push-button start problems. The model year with the most reports is 2009.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2015 Nissan Altima?

There are 0 recalls and 60 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 2015 Nissan Altima

Headlights 267Airbag light 92Ball joint 54CVT failure 43Check engine light 35Transmission failure 32Jerking 31Stalling 27Hesitation 23No deployment 17Shudder 17Loss of power 16Won't start 10Fire or smoke 8Whining noise 8Grinding brakes 7Windshield crack 7Adaptive cruise 6Water leak 6Door locks 5Slipping 5Pulling 5Won't shift 5

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