Nissan Altima owners have reported 4 traction control system related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 1 most common traction control system problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's traction control system (4 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Traction Control System problems |
The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the traction control warning light illuminated, and the vehicle was jerking. Additionally, the vehicle failed to accelerate above 25-30 mph. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 180,000.
The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the traction control warning light would intermittently illuminate. As a result, the vehicle would hesitate upon depression of the accelerator pedal. The contact stated that he would turn off the vehicle for approximately 20 seconds before restarting the vehicle to resume normal driving. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where minor repairs were performed; however, the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered no assistance. The vehicle had yet to be repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Altima. While driving approximately 20 mph, it felt as if the vehicle hit a bump and the traction control indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to bertera Nissan (888-380-7759, located at 569 oxford st s rte 20, auburn, MA 1501) and was informed that there was no recall. The manufacturer was also made aware of the failure and stated that there was no recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 112,000.
The contact owns a 2011 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the passenger side air bag indicator was flashing and the traction indicator illuminated. Also, while driving, the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 170,000.