Power Train Related Problems of the 1997 Nissan Altima

Table 1 shows seven common power train related problems of the 1997 Nissan Altima. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the manual transmission (one problem).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 1997 Nissan Altima

The Automatic Transmission problem

Car bucks at all speeds, all gears, all weather conditions. Has been examined by lang's auto (r5674) and bob sharp Nissan in wilton, CT. Neither could idenitify problem on computer output, but multiple mechanics could feel bucking. Bucking is significant and jars persons in the car.   Read details...

The Manual Transmission problem

Consumer states that while driving at any speed without warning the vehicle will stall and it will be hard for the consumer to control the vehicle. Dealer notified. Mr   Read details...

The Transmission Gear Slipping problem

Airbag - driver's side airbag did not deploy in 35mph head-on crash. Driver was severely injured. Brakes - brakes did not adequately stop the vehicle in 35mph head-on crash. Driver was severely injured. Transmission - transmission constantly slips, takes few minutes to engage from reverse to drive.   Read details...


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