Two problems related to power steering failed 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.
The contact owns a 2009 Nissan Altima. While driving 40 mph, the steering wheel seized and the engine stalled. The vehicle continued to coast and crashed into a curb. The contact mentioned that the front passenger side tire bent inward. The contact was unable to restart the engine. The contact did not specify if a police report was filed or if any injuries were sustained. The vehicle was towed to the dealer. The technician diagnosed that the power steering failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000.
The contact owns a 2009 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. The vehicle was later towed to the dealer where they advised her that the power steering lock failed. The vehicle was repaired for the steering lock mechanism. The manufacturer was contacted and offered her the component at a lower price. The failure mileage was approximately 64,980. The current mileage was approximately 65,900. The VIN was unavailable.