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Do 2008 Nissan Altimas have transmission problems?
The 2008 Nissan Altima continues the trend of the 2007 Nissan with the defective trend of CVT transmission failure at around 100,000 miles. Due to the costly repair, the transmission issues with these two models are intense, despite not being reported very often.
What are the most common problems with Nissan Altima?
The most common reported issues include difficulty accelerating, shaking and stuttering, the engine running low and shutting down suddenly. Other issues that can be caused by the CVT transmission include loss of power, transmission jerking, transmission belt slippage, coolant hose leakage and a CVT error message.
Do all Nissan Altimas have transmission problems?
The worst problems with the Altima have to do with its continuously variable transmission (CVT). Owners complain about delayed throttle response and feeling a shudder or jerking sensation when accelerating. Some models have even had transmission failure.
How much does it cost to fix a Nissan Altima transmission?
The cost of a new Nissan Altima transmission could be over $3,500 depending on the vehicle, however, transmission services such as fluid changes and a transmission fluid flush are considerably less fancy, in some cases costing less than $150.
How many miles can a 2008 Nissan Altima last?
Here is the short answer to how long will a Nissan Altima Last: The Nissan Altima can last between 250,000 and 300,000 miles, which equals 15 to 20 years when considering the average driver’s annual mileage.
Are there any recalls on a 2008 Nissan Altima?
NISSAN IS RECALLING 1,018 MY 2008 ALTIMA VEHICLES. THE LEFT SIDE FRONT SUSPENSION TRANSVERSE LINK BOLT MAY NOT HAVE BEEN TIGHTENED TO SPECIFICATION. THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE THE BOLT TO BECOME LOOSE WHILE THE VEHICLE IS BEING DRIVEN. Tip: Recalls don’t affect every vehicle of the same year, make and model.
How many miles do Nissan Altimas usually last?
The Nissan Altima can last between 250,000 and 300,000 miles, which equals 15 to 20 years when considering the average driver’s annual mileage. Depending on factors such as maintenance and driving style, it’s not uncommon to find Nissan Altimas lasting over 300,000 miles.
Is there a recall on Nissan Altima transmission?
According to Automotive News, in 2013, Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn announced that the automaker planned to ramp up its oversight of the company manufacturing its CVTs because of poor customer satisfaction with the transmission. A Nissan Altima transmission recall has never been issued.
How long do Altima transmissions last?
The Nissan Altima has proven that it is a dependable and reliable car. Unfortunately, we do not have a crystal ball, so we can’t say for sure how long a Nissan Altima will last, but there is evidence to support that a well-cared for Altima can keep on driving past 200,000 miles or more than 10 years!
Will Nissan replace my transmission?
Nissan’s Powertrain coverage can help you resolve damage to your vehicle’s engine, transmission, transaxle, drivetrain, and restraint system, with almost all vehicles covered for the first 5-Years/60,000 miles, whichever comes first.