Which tire is best for Nissan Altima?

How long do 2009 Nissan Altimas last?

Based on their experience so far, most owners are expecting their Altima to make it to 250,000 miles. So, as a rough estimate, we can say that your Altima should last at least 10 years or 200,000 miles.

How many miles will 2009 Nissan Altima last?

A properly cared for 2009 Nissan Altima will last about 150,000 miles and has a shorter life expectancy than other midsize cars.

What is the most common problem with Nissan Altima?

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.

Is there a recall on a 2009 Nissan Altima transmission?

A Nissan Altima transmission recall has never been issued.

What year Nissans had transmission problems?

Generally, the issues have been reported between 2012/2013 and 2018. There were some problems in 2003 when Nissan first began using this transmission and in the 2007-2012 CVT generation. Specific models include the Murano, Sentra, Altima, Rogue, Versa, and Versa Note.

What are signs of Nissan Altima transmission problems?

For the past few years, many drivers have been complaining of Nissan Altima transmission problems, most notably stuttering between gears, hesitation, sputtering, vibration, not shifting properly, and even complete transmission failure.

How long do Nissan Altima transmissions last?

Transmission. If the Altima’s transmission is well taken care of, it should last between 130,000 and 180,000 miles before it needs to be replaced.

How do I know if my CVT is going?

How long do Altima CVT transmissions last?

A Nissan Altima can last about 200,000 miles as long as it is taken care of properly, which is average for a midsize sedan. CVT failures around 50,000 to 100,000 miles are common across most of Altima’s model years and cost roughly $3,000 to fix.

Are Nissan CVT transmissions junk?

Nissan’s CVTs are known to be notoriously unreliable, and many owners complain about having to repair or even replace their car’s transmission more frequently compared to regular automatic or manual transmissions.

Will Nissan pay for my transmission?

Nissan will provide cash reimbursement for owners or lessees who have had to pay for transmission assembly or control unit repairs out of pocket after their warranty expires. If the replacement or repair was performed by a Nissan dealer, the full amount paid will be reimbursed.

How can I make my CVT transmission last longer?

Adopt good driving habits: When driving on a hill, avoid using the throttle to hold yourself, instead, hit the brakes to resist backward motion, and once you have released it, hit the throttle again. Also, just like any other automatic transmission vehicle, do not neutral stop your vehicle, it could damage your CVT.

What should you not do when driving a CVT transmission?

Avoid aggressive driving

It should be noted that fuel efficiency and performance don’t go hand in hand. So, if you are driving aggressively and the engine is always on the boil, it will consume more fuel than required. In a typical CVT, when the engine is revved hard, the gearbox goes into an overdrive.

How often should Nissan CVT transmission fluid be changed?

How Often Does My Nissan Need a CVT Fluid Exchange? At Chapman Nissan, we recommend having the continuously variable transmission fluid exchanged around every 30,000 miles.