2016 Nissan Altima steering problems

Filed Jun 7, 2023 · Acceleration, Steering · IL

Diagnosed CVT failure; Nissan refuses to replace the transmission at their cost. Took the vehicle to multiple mechanics before the issue was officially diagnosed, as the issue is difficult to diagnose. When operating the vehicle, at times the vehicle will stop accelerating; driver is pressing on the accelerator and the RPMs will increase but the vehicle will not be propelled forward and the power steering is disengaged. The issue is intermittent so the driver does not when this will occur, other drivers on the road also do not know our car is stalled, and this creates a huge safety risk. Also, when stopped at a stop sign or stoplight and attempting to turn onto another street, driver will attempt to accelerate and turn and the vehicle will not move or will barely move and the power steering is disengaged. If the cross-street has traffic, my vehicle is immovable in oncoming traffic -- a huge safety issue.

Filed May 8, 2023 · Steering, Suspension · CA · crash

Mossy Nissan El Cajon, didn't report an accident that the car was involved in prior to the sale of the car to me. This car sustained front end damage. Resulting in a repair to the frame/sway bar. Thus effecting the steering and suspension of the car. This car was repaired and paid for by an insurance company. However, Nissan didn't disclose this information, so that the end result was the sale of the car.

Filed Feb 20, 2021 · Steering, Wheels · 138,800 miles · OH

I was driving to work on a dry road and my traction control light came on and stayed on. So I pulled over turned off the vehicle waited a few minutes and started off again. As soon as I started movie the traction control light came on and stayed on again.

Filed Jan 4, 2021 · Electrical, Steering · MD

When im parrallel parking I notice that on occassion I would loose power for a few seconds and the steering becomes very difficult

Filed Aug 4, 2020 · Brakes, Steering · LA

I have had the vehicle brakes inspected at multiple places. The brakes and rotors are new however there are grinding issues and hard to stop while station or in motion on highways, streets, or turning. There is a suspension weird noise when turning the wheel bearing which nissan stated it there common sounds. I have had the brakes and rotors changed yearly but is still having issues stopping.

Filed Feb 7, 2020 · Steering · 50,000 miles · MD

Very stiff steering at low speed (15-20 miles/h) when effecting a right or left hand turn such as lane change, almost freezing for 1 to 2 seconds. Almost got in a collision, when trying to switch lanes, because of lack of responsiveness of steering wheel. Happens intermittently , with no warning. Dealer could not find the reason for this.

Filed Dec 7, 2019 · Steering, Transmission · 32,000 miles · VA

2016 nissan altima has delayed acceleration. Also, can hear a sizzle noise when driving making a turn, as if wire is shorting but no smell of burning wires; at this time. This is while driving, idling, street driving, and on highway; we are very concerned.

Filed Dec 5, 2019 · Steering, Suspension · 21,000 miles · IL

Purchased vehicle less than a month ago and I hate it! I've had nothing but scary encounters with this vehicle. The steering wheel was not aligned and the car would drift to other lanes. God forbid the rain or snow makes a visit, the car slides uncontrollably. The steering wheel seems stiff as well. I had a wheel alignment done and the notice it's a little better but the issue is still there leading me to believe there are other issues. Clunking noise from rear while driving. Took car to the dealership 3 times until they finally decided to look further. They replaced left rear shock; however, the noise is still there. It seems as the tires and steering wheel are off. Also, when turning right I can hear a clunking noise. I put car in 'park' turned steering wheel left and there was no noise. Turned to right and the noise present.

Filed Nov 24, 2019 · Acceleration, Engine · 81,200 miles · TX

Accelerating onto the highway on yesterday my check engine light cane on as well and my traction control light which caused my car to lose power. I was able to get right back off the freeway and turn into a neighborhood. When I turned the car off and back on it started with the same lights on. I had my transmission rebuilt at 73,000 miles with a 12,000 mile warranty already but I don't think that my transmission is the issue this time. I had to get my car towed to the nissan of grapevine dealership again because I refuse to drive the car with my 3 month old and sixteen year old in the car

Filed May 8, 2019 · Steering · 47,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 nissan altima. While driving various speeds, the power steering failed intermittently. There were no warning indicators illuminated. Fred anderson nissan of raleigh (9225 glenwood ave, raleigh, nc 27617, (919) 324-3443) diagnosed the vehicle, but did not find a failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 47,000. *bf update: the contact has stated that the dearler has repaired vehicle and problem has not occured again.