2015 Nissan Altima: won't start

Filed Oct 10, 2025 · Transmission · OR

Car began shuddering when trying to accelerate. Car periodically will stop running or not start. No dash lights came on until recently when car would not start the battery nd engine light came on This all started end of September. Has been diagnosed by Nissan Dealership with 2nd diagnosis by an automotive shop close to my home. Informed this is a known issue with this make and model. Researched online and found this the be true. I received no notification. Both came up with transmission and CVT internal problem. Safety hazard for car to die in traffic. I have cancer and heart failure which makes general mobility an issue. I can’t quickly exit the car nd get out of the way of traffic. Informed only the dealership can address the issue. Quoted $6700 to repair/replace

Filed Jan 22, 2024 · Lights · IL

My car's low beam headlights go dim quickly, if work at all. The bright light beams work as should. At times I must drive with the bright beams on just to see safely. I understand there was a settlement by Nissan, however, my issue did not start until after the settlement was over. I am unable to get my headlights fixed due to the deadline. I might note, I purchased my car right before the deadline, so at that time, it was not having the issues. It is very disappointing that Nissan is aware of the issue, but due to timing of this issue, they will not replace the faulty part.

Filed Oct 29, 2021 · Electrical, Lights · VA

Head lights, very dim/low visibility. Marker/daytime running light went out. I’ve been having to use high hi beams at nights because my low beams are very dim which can be a safety concern for other drivers as well as not being able to see more than 10 feet in front of me. The AC E knob also stays on when trying to turn it off and does not start the compressor to make the air cold

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 Jun 24, 2019 · Brakes · 111,728 miles · GA

July 2018: brake light switch had intermittent failures - once the brake pedal was engaged, it would not disengage. The problem was intermittent over a month-long period. Once the problem occurred, the car would only use neutral gear. (detailed description attached) happened on the highway at 50+ MPH as well as from stop signs, stop & go traffic. July 2019: brake light switch had intermittent failures - the car would not start even though the brake pedal was engaged; the car's electronics did not recognize that the brake pedal was engaged.

Filed Mar 17, 2019 · Brakes · TX

Nissan altima 2015 requires the press of the start button and brake to start engine. The engine will not start due to stiff brake. The vehicle was stationary at the moment this issue was discovered.

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 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 Feb 27, 2016 · Airbags, Electrical · 620 miles · OR

My altima is only 2 months old and did not start 4x already. It seems to do this first thing in the morning when the car is cold. My steering wheel is vibrating constantly and I can feel a vibration with my foot on the accelerator. There is a loud noise like a constant dentist drill under my hood that is louder every time I turn. The dealership just replaced my power steering pump and there is no change! My passenger airbag light is on when there is a passenger in the car. It will go off during drive time. It does not matter if I have my purse, a bag, heavy books or a person-it sporadically goes off and on while I am driving. I do not feel safe knowing the airbag will not deploy in a crash! Lithia nissan has checked the sensor, but it is still doing it. I owned a 2008 altima and 2011 altima that never required service other than oil changes and air in my tires. I am very disappointed with this 2015 piece of junk! I can hear wind noise no matter what speed I am driving. I feel like I am in a crash test every time I slow down. Nissan tech said it is the new CVT transmission. Honda, lexus, toyota, mercedes and audi have CVT and it is a smooth ride! Why does nissan CVT jerk you around? The car is so cheaply made the speakers are popped up and paint is chipping. I have reported my issues to nissan corp. And bbb. The newest issue is the RPM rev up as I sit at red lights. I want nissan to rebuy this car back!

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.