Sway Bar problems of the 2007 Nissan Altima Hybrid

Sway bar broke after no particular incident. The mechanic, a friend who I trust greatly and have known for a long time, said it seemed odd that this piece would break for no apparent reason. The piece was not rusted or corroded in any abnormal manner.

Noticed a hanging pipe/bar near my rear left wheel when checking to see what was making noises when I drive. I did not know what that was but after searching online I confirmed that it is the rear sway bar for my Nissan Altima Hybrid. Reading online and talking with mechanics I learned that many people share the same exact problem as me! basically a lot of people drive their car normally and one day all of a sudden the bar breaks! without a sway bar the car now has degraded handling and is a hazard to drivers on the road. Nissan USA should definitely issue a recall immediately regarding this sway bar problem. It is long overdue and there is plenty of evidence of bad design/material decisions. Nissan is obviously not recalling now not because it is unaware but because it is more financially beneficial to get sued and settle. Perhaps it is time for a group to sue Nissan over this.

Heard unusual noises under the car and stopped by for mechanic to take a look. He reported that the rear sway bar has snapped at the connection point with no sign of damage otherwise to the bar. I am basically the only driver of this car and there is no reason whatsoever why this should have happened. I see from researching online that this is a common problem with the 2007 altima - the bar is obviously defective and the problem should be addressed by Nissan. And I am not happy about the estimated cost of $500 to have it fixed.

2007 Nissan altima rear sway bar broker for no apparent reason. I will have to call dealer for resolution. The internet notes this as a common problem on this car.