| Issue ID | 957775 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10490962 |
| Manufacurer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Brand | NISSAN |
| Model | ALTIMA |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| File date | 31/12/12 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Tried to start my car before work and it would not start. Keyless entry still worked and lights would turn on. Tried jumper cables, but that did not work either. Car has keyless ignition and when i would try to start it, a light on the dashboard indicated the key was not registering. Called dealership and was told to try new key batteries; bought new key batteries ($8), installed them, no change. Called dealership back and was told to have car towed to dealership ($88). After inspection, was told "diagnosis found stored codes for steering lock failure. Replacement needed" ($740). Fortunately, my car did not just turn off while i was driving, but when i found these other reports (http://car-and-safety. Com/nissan-370z-safety/nissan-370z-2009. Htm#steering) i decided i better also report mine; sounds like an on-going issue that has been/could be dangerous for others. |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 88399 |
| Number of Occurences | 1 |
| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | AUSTIN, TX |
| VIN pattern | 1N4AL21EX9NXXXXXX |
| 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 |
| Number of cylinders | 4 |
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| Vehicle speed | 0 |
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