Nissan Altima steering noise problems

Filed Sep 22, 2026 · Steering, Suspension · CT

am submitting a formal safety defect report regarding the steering system on my 2012 Nissan Altima Coupe. The vehicle exhibits a loose and unstable steering feel, accompanied by a distinct clunking impact whenever the wheel is turned, including during low‑speed maneuvering. This condition indicates a potential failure within the steering linkage, intermediate shaft, or associated structural components. Although my VIN does not currently appear in Nissan’s recall database, the symptoms are materially similar to steering‑related defects previously documented for this model year. Under federal motor vehicle safety standards, any defect that affects steering performance constitutes a safety hazard regardless of recall status. The looseness and clunking present an unreasonable risk of loss of steering control, which could result in a crash or injury. I am requesting immediate inspection, formal documentation of the defect, and corrective action consistent with Nissan’s obligations under safety defect reporting requirements.” than you for your kind and immediate attention to the safety of your driver's. Misc is s responsible and prominent company and I know that they take care of their customers. Thank you again for your attention to this hazardous matter. 8

Filed Mar 16, 2021 · Brakes, Steering · 76,680 miles · PR

On april 2018, I visit the nissan del oeste at aguadilla pr to report noise in the power steering noise, no action was taken, they just said that was normal with all nissan power steering pump. February 25, 2021 I contact nissan del oeste at aguadilla pr and notify about the issue of the power steering noise and transmission noise. Appointment for march 2 2021 was set and I notify them with problem. They told me there was not any recall for power steering pump and CVT transmission. I did mention the recalls for 2013 nissan altima iaw the federal safety agency with ref.: st12-009b, ref:ntbb-0176 andtsb ntb12-081. They inform at the voucher the mileage in and out, they did not took the car for a run of 6 miles like it says on voucher 48133s. The main concern is that the car could have any situation with one of those parts just mentioned during a drive and cause any accident with out having the control. My question is, if there is a malfunction for my 2013 altima that is already knowledge by nissan motor comp. And provide recalls why my have to be exclude? The power steering noise is at every moment when on and running, power steering fluid is good. The transmmision is during the driving with some noise after 20 miles drive on highway between 65 to 70 MPH and then pressing the brake, the noise feel like it come from the transmmision. Another situation is ocaccionaly some lowt of power and some times accelerate. Brakes pads are good, brake fluid is good. My car mpg is 31.2 and mileage at this moment is 76,680.

Filed Oct 16, 2020 · Suspension · 79,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact's daughter-in-law owns a 2014 nissan altima. The contact stated that while driving down a side street she heard a popping noise and had trouble steering the vehicle. An unknown warning light flashed on the instrument panel. The contact test drove the vehicle and while attempting to reverse, the rear wheel collapsed under the weight of the vehicle. The contact believed that it was the rear lower control arm that was fractured. Nissan 112 (730 medford ave, patchogue, ny 11772, (631) 417-3236) stated that the failure was not covered under warranty or recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure. The failure mileage was 79,000.

Filed Mar 22, 2019 · Steering · 40,989 miles · CA

Problem with my 2017 altima sl. Knocking noise in steering at low speed noise coming from steering. Went back to my nissan dealer and they inspected and found that noise is normall. They told me that if the noise gets load or a leak to bring it back. I told them that I feel that its not safe to drive knowing that there is a problem but nissan warranty doesn't want to cover it and it's the old running around until it breaks and perhaps it's on safe for my family to ride in this car knowing that this is a problem that's why I'm writing for this complaint thank you.

Filed Jan 6, 2019 · Steering · CA

Takata recall , my 2011 nissan altima 2.5s started having problems with the steering, and it makes a weird noise when I start up the car

Filed Dec 21, 2018 · Steering · 96,000 miles · LA

Over the past couple of months the steering in my car has gotten tough. I thought it may have been the power steering pump. I took it to the shop and they couldn't find the problem, being that the power steering pump was working properly and the fluid level was good. Yesterday I was at the gas station getting fuel. As I was driving away, there was a sound similar to a balloon popping and the steering jerked to the right, almost hitting another vehicle, and the steering is so tough now that it is impossible to drive the vehicle. I looked up the problem online and lots of people with the same vehicle have the same exact problem. And there was a recall for that reason. My VIN doesn't show a recall, but it needs to.

Filed Feb 22, 2017 · Steering · 20,000 miles · VA

The car steering wheel pump makes a whining noise which can be heard loud and clear. The noise is so irritating that it can out anyone have a vertigo. Yet two nissan dealerships say this is normal, and refuse to accept it. Some altimas have the noise asnd some do not. I strongly believe that nissan (the company) and nissan dealerships are colluding and don't want to make this expensive recall. This will may lead to drivers having accidents due to the highly annoying noise

Filed Aug 20, 2016 · Electrical, Steering · 65,000 miles · MA

Car will not start with key fob . Called tow on three different occasions. Last tow was told to knock on steering lock box to start car. Car was towed due to inability to get car running. Unable to pay for diagnosis at dealership because of cost of 100. Unable to pay for tow because of 65 dollar cost. Stuck out in the middle of no where and now my car is useless . Will not be buying another nissan or recommend to anyone. I am afraid I am going to lose my job because of no transportation thanks to nissan.

Filed Oct 3, 2014 · Steering, Suspension · 70,121 miles · CA

To whom it may concern: this particular incident date was on 8/7/14 but also reported 8/23/14 & 9/30/14 at two nissan dealerships. I was driving at 65mph for 1 hour on the highway and felt a loss of control. The steering wheel abruptly turned right, I had to attempt to keep the vehicle within the lane and slowly decelerated to a stop on the roadside without immediate braking. While braking at 15-20mph I applied the brake which jerked the entire car to the right, suspension was stiff on passenger front strut. The car had barely 70000 miles, had been up to date on services, was towed to the dealership. The service department could not duplicate the steering incident. 8/23/14 the car experienced a sudden loss of steering with a "dragging" feel and nearly hit another vehicle, car seemed to "float" and could not find a "straight" line, either it turned slightly left or sudden right. This was incredibly concerning and I felt it was no longer safe to drive. Dealership could not duplicate, told to install brake booster. 9/30/14 unable to operate the vehicle, upon start it would "knock" when put into gear, grinding noise to the passenger front side, turned the steering wheel right if coasting at 5mph. Dealer could not duplicate on a test drive but advised a new steering rack, a diagnosis to a problem that was not seen in the shop. Almost every time the car has been running for longer than an hour or at highway speed I have lost steering control. I have had my wife with me on two events, this is unacceptable and dangerous, I will be towing the car from the dealership as I feel it is unsafe to drive. The steering, "knock" from suspension and transmission are all compromised and documented.

Filed Aug 23, 2013 · Body, Lights · 73,000 miles · PA · crash

I had to replace the steering at 84000 miles because the steering had a knocking sound everytime you turn it left or right,or when you go over a bump,,,,it was very slack and eventually it felt as though it would fall out at anytime.....was advised at the dealership that it needed to be replaced no explanation could have been given . This was done yesterday 08/22/2013. Now there is a very huge rust hole on the passenger side under the car ...this car is 10yrs old with 84000 miles and I take very good care of my car..I bought it in 2006 with about 25000 miles. The hole is about twelve inches by six inches. The lighting is so poor most times at night I always have to use myhigh beam ....worst car I ever had...there were so many other problems I have had with it . This car spent many weeks at the dealership. ..