Ignition Switch problems of the 2009 Nissan Altima

Three problems related to ignition switch have been reported for the 2009 Nissan Altima. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2009 Nissan Altima based on all problems reported for the 2009 Altima.

1 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 08/08/2016

The contact owns a 2009 Nissan Altima. After starting the vehicle, the ignition switch warning light illuminated. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The technician stated that the electrical steering lock system needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.

2 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 08/26/2015

The contact owns a 2009 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the keyless ignition failed to start after numerous attempts. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the ignition switch would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.

3 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 02/02/2013

The contact owns a 2009 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that she attempted to start the vehicle but the vehicle did not recognize the key. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 65,000. The VIN was unavailable.




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