| Issue ID | 1014187 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10546109 |
| Manufacurer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Brand | NISSAN |
| Model | ALTIMA |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| File date | 29/09/13 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Faulty steering wheel lock system causes car to not start up and locks up car's abs and brakes. You cannot start the car without taking to dealership to get it repaired. I've heard many cases online about the nissan altima ranging from 2009-2011 models locking up having the same issues. And they have not recalled this. Affected parts is selected in unknown factor due to only knowing a few issues that branches from this malfunctioning part and system. |
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| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | DAYTON, OH |
| VIN pattern | XXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | |
| Was part original equipment? | |
| No. of injured persons | 0 |
| No. of fatalities | 0 |
| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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