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2009 Nissan Altima repairs by problem area
Engine (19%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)
Brakes and Traction Control (11%)
Suspension and Steering (14%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)
Other (5%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 167 repairs.
2009 Nissan Altima electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (2%)
$1000 - $2499 (4%)
$500 - $999 (6%)
$100 - $499 (42%)
< $100 (46%)
Chart based on 50 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2009 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| 8000 mi | Windows rolled down without prompting in the rain. |
| 62000 mi C $100 |
Battery replacement |
2009 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| 90000 mi US $875 |
The steering column lock malfunction causing the lock not to release for the transmitter to start the car |
| 28000 mi US $135 |
Battery replaced |
| 30300 mi US $50 |
Unit in console used to charge phones etc, did not work for any device. I took it in for maintenance and told them the problem. When I picked up the car the said it worked. I have tried it with different devices, it does not work. accessory charging sytem in console between the seats was not working. Small piece of plastic from factory was found blocking the charge. Removed and repaired. |
| 38200 mi US $50 |
low tire pressure warning light indicated system needed to be replaced by dealer. |
| 59250 mi US $129 |
This is the second time since purchase that the push button ignition, call Inteligent, failed completely without warning. The car fails to start with the push button, the secondary back up system is disabled, and the steering wheel lock goes into effect. The car cannot be started, or moved, it is completely disabled for driving. There is an extended warranty that I was told was to 100,000 miles for that condition, it is 100,000miles or 5 years, I was beyond the 5 years. Approx. cost is $1000 at a dealer. The part I was told was replaced by a replacement part that is the same defective part, giving you a good chance to have it happen again. I was repaired by the dealer for $129.00 as I know the owner, and the car has 59,000 miles on it. Nissan would not cover it's defective part. DO NOT BUY THIS YEAR ALTIMA OR ANY NISSAN WITH A PUSH BUTTON STARTER. . You stand the chance of being stranded completely with towing the only option. |
| 75000 mi | Steering lock failure. "key" icon lit on dash, push button start does nothing. Steering lock replaced 14000 miles ago (1 year) for $780. Researched on forums and found work around. VERY common nissan problem. Should be recall. |
| 52080 mi $40 |
Changed the battery. Battery had partial warranty still. |
| 90000 mi US $1600 |
The AC compressor broke and will prevent the car from starting. |
| 78000 mi | Tire pressure gauge on dash board stays on. Decided to live with it. |
| 42000 mi | TPMS light was flashing - senor unit was replaced. |
| 36200 mi US $122 |
Seat sensor, iKey sensor, other electrical harness leading to electronic sensor |
| 37000 mi | Passenger seat sensor |
| 38500 mi US $301 |
TPMS sensor engaged - reengaged after computer reset, tire psi all normal |
| 83000 mi US $100 |
Electronic steering wheel lock |
| 10000 mi | switch to detect if tail lights are on did not work all the time so the car would not start. The switch was replaced. |
| 11200 mi | radio and time light would not come on. |
| 22000 mi | starter cable harness replacement |
| 33000 mi | car would not start or turn over, a recall for engine electrical problem related to remote key fob. |
| 40000 mi US $370 |
tire pressure monitoring system, replaced 2 tpms plugs on front tires |
| 1000 mi | No Key light on dash. Vehicle not recognizing the smart key. Dealer reset codes B2190 and B2191. The service advisor suggested not putting the smart key into the port on the dash. It could be a bad contact in the dash port? |
| 6000 mi | No key displayed on dash when smart key is inserted in port |
| 64200 mi US $128 |
Battery would no longer hold charge, replaced with Duralast from Autozone. |
| 98000 mi US $92 |
TPMS sensors went out. Bought new sensors on ebay, had tire shop install them, and performed do-it-yourself ECU reset to learn the new sensors. http://my.prostreetonline.com/2014/12/22/how-to-reset-your-nissan-altima-tpms/ |
| 103000 mi | Brake pedal sensor that allows the car to start was sticking, we applied some kitchen oil and the problem dissipated. |
2009 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan
158-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD
| 76900 mi US $140 |
Replaced Tire Pressure Monitoring sensor |
| 47000 mi US $175 |
Master Door lock in driver side door quit functioning. Switch controlling fan speed failed |
| 62000 mi US $225 |
Tire pressure light on despite all tires at recommended pressure. TPMS sensor replaced. |
| 78000 mi | Radio acted like antenna was loose: signal cut out when going over washboard roads, signal faded in and oout. Lots of static and noise. Dealer pulled radio, worked on antenna cable. "fix" lasted 20 miles. |
| 128000 mi US $700 |
The automatic theft protection device engaged and wouldn't release. |
| 32000 mi | Failure of TPMS sensor in right front tire |
| 59000 mi US $100 |
Replace right rear TPMS to eliminate low tire warning light which would not reset |
| 79000 mi US $650 |
Tire pressure system fault, $150 |
| 100000 mi US $350 |
TPMS system failed again - seems to fail every 25K. Repair was $245 |
| 103000 mi US $250 |
TPMS system failed again |
| 66800 mi US $320 |
RF TPMS sensor |
| 145000 mi US $320 |
TPMS sensor failure |
2009 Nissan Altima 2dr Coupe
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| 80 mi | TPMS failure - sensor replaced; A/C system failure - sensors, motor, compressor (?) replaced |
| 1000 mi | Temp sensor, condenser, heating motor failure. |
2009 Nissan Altima 2dr Coupe
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual FWD
| 103000 mi US $150 |
clutch safety switch needed to be replaced |
| 154000 mi US $3000 |
Air conditioning system had gone bad. |
2009 Nissan Altima 2dr Coupe
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| 66300 mi US $20 |
Brake light switch stopped working intermittently. Car will not start if switch doesn't work. Replaced with new switch. |
| 105000 mi | The master power switch needed to be replaced. |
| 21000 mi | Two buttons on stereo quick working. Stereo ordered and swapped out. |
| 67500 mi US $110 |
Dash light for coolant flickering. Had to replace entire dash gauge set. Center stop light not working most of the time. Keyless entry requires multiple attempts to work. |
| 95000 mi US $1200 |
A/C stopped working. Compressor and other parts. |
| 15000 mi | Keyless entry and starting security system |
2009 Nissan Altima 2dr Coupe
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD
| 56000 mi US $350 |
TPMS sensors were five years old and reaching end of life (battery expiration). TPMS alert icon was continually illuminating on dash cluster, even when tyre pressure was normal. |
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