| Issue ID | 1348215 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10944450 |
| Manufacurer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Brand | NISSAN |
| Model | ALTIMA |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| File date | 09/01/17 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Car was parked. Car wont start or crank. The fob opens and locks doors, but engine wont start. Dealer replace steering lock unit. Nissan forums are full of complaints from 2012 - 2013 with the same issue. Nissan did extend warranty on this part but only of few years with out issuing a re-call or notice. Part and labor are over $1100. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 82105 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | BETHPAGE, NY |
| VIN pattern | 1N4AL21E39NXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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