general problems of the 1996 Nissan Altima

Three problems related to vehicle speed control have been reported for the 1996 Nissan Altima. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 12/23/1999

Vehicle would intermittenly accelerate on its own when the brakes were applied. Took vehicle to dealership & was informed by mechanic that the problem could not be duplicated after being test driven. The problem would happen at least 5 times in one day. Contacted manufacturer & informed had not heard of that problem before. Did not offer any help.

2 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 07/12/1999

Was coming to a stop on the highway, when engine started racing, almost took off. Had foot on brakes at time. Turned vehicle off. Took vehicle to dealer next day & mechanic could not find cause of engine racing. Has happened twice already.

3 Vehicle Speed Control problem

Failure Date: 05/15/1996

Started vehicle, placed gear selector in reverse, heard siren noise, car lurched backwards.


Other Vehicle Speed Control related problems of the 1996 Nissan Altima

Vehicle Speed Control problems
3
Accelerator Pedal problems
3
Speed Control Linkage problems
1


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