Nissan Altima Hybrid 2010
Model Altima Hybrid made in 2010 by Nissan got 10 consumer complains as well as 25 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to engine and engine cooling and latches/locks/linkages. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system and engine and engine cooling. The car has one 2.5 engine.
Model 2010
| Engine [L] | Cylinders | Transmission | Drive | Estimate MPG (city/highway/combined) | Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined) | Fuel | Fuel cost | Class | Release date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 | 4 | Automatic, Fully variable gear ratios | F | 35/33/34 | 46.8/46.6/46.7098 | G | 1147 | Midsize Cars | 02/10/2009 |
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE | |||||
| NTB-11-074-B | 07/06/2011 | 10044569 | Nissan: information is being provided for reprogrammable ecu on all nissan vehicles. *pe | 07/13/2012 | |
| NTB-10-068-D | 10/04/2011 | 10042752 | Nissan: on certain vehicles, an update to the navigation software will remedy the non functionality of the mobile phone, ipad and the navigation at no charge. *pe | 01/09/2012 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| NTB-10-139 | 11/23/2010 | 10039845 | Nissan: the engine will not crank when pressing the push-button ignition switch and applying the brake pedal. *rm | 08/11/2011 | |
| NTB-10-139 | 11/23/2010 | 10039845 | Ready | 08/11/2011 | |
| NTB-10-056 | 04/20/2010 | 10033711 | Nissan: vehicle has more than 15000 miles on the odometer, and dtc p0300, p0301, p0302, p0303, and/or p0304 is stored. this incident may also include engine running rough and/or vehicle vibration on deceleration. *pe | 09/13/2010 | |
| EQUIPMENT - ELECTRICAL - NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM) | |||||
| NTB-10-068-D | 10/04/2011 | 10042752 | Nissan: on certain vehicles, an update to the navigation software will remedy the non functionality of the mobile phone, ipad and the navigation at no charge. *pe | 01/09/2012 | |
| NTB-11-073 | 08/01/2011 | 10040508 | Nissan service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. navigation software upgrade. *rm | 08/31/2011 | |
| NTB-11-073 | 08/01/2011 | 10040508 | Ready | 08/31/2011 | |
| EQUIPMENT - OTHER - OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL | |||||
| NTB-09-129 | 11/17/2009 | 10032506 | Nissan: vent control valve replacement. when replacing the evap canister vent control valve for reason: use the one listed on page 2; for vent control valve replacement procedure, refer to the appropriate section of the electronic service | 04/07/2010 | |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||||
| NTB-03-074C | 01/24/2010 | NTB-03-074E | 10032306 | Nissan: exterior lamp fogging. occasionally water is noticed in the exterior lamps. this is generally not due to a defect. all current exterior lamp assemblies are vented to the atmosphere (not sealed). this is necessary to allow for e | 03/03/2010 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - FOG LIGHTS | |||||
| NTB-03-074C | 01/24/2010 | NTB-03-074E | 10032306 | Nissan: exterior lamp fogging. occasionally water is noticed in the exterior lamps. this is generally not due to a defect. all current exterior lamp assemblies are vented to the atmosphere (not sealed). this is necessary to allow for e | 03/03/2010 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS | |||||
| NTB-10-061 | 04/27/2010 | 10032992 | Nissan: xenon head lamp service. a xenon headlamp is not functioning because of an issue inside the headlamp assembly (an internal issue). in most cases, replacement of a bulb or hid control unit will solve the incident. this includes a | 06/21/2010 | |
| NTB-03-074C | 01/24/2010 | NTB-03-074E | 10032306 | Nissan: exterior lamp fogging. occasionally water is noticed in the exterior lamps. this is generally not due to a defect. all current exterior lamp assemblies are vented to the atmosphere (not sealed). this is necessary to allow for e | 03/03/2010 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - HEADLIGHTS - CONCEALMENT DEVICES | |||||
| NTB-03-074C | 01/24/2010 | NTB-03-074E | 10032306 | Nissan: exterior lamp fogging. occasionally water is noticed in the exterior lamps. this is generally not due to a defect. all current exterior lamp assemblies are vented to the atmosphere (not sealed). this is necessary to allow for e | 03/03/2010 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - TAIL LIGHTS | |||||
| NTB-03-074C | 01/24/2010 | NTB-03-074E | 10032306 | Nissan: exterior lamp fogging. occasionally water is noticed in the exterior lamps. this is generally not due to a defect. all current exterior lamp assemblies are vented to the atmosphere (not sealed). this is necessary to allow for e | 03/03/2010 |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - STORAGE - FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM | |||||
| NTB-10-017A | 02/18/2011 | 10039824 | Nissan: the fuel guage is erratic, the malfunction light is on, and there are stored trouble codes. *rm | 08/11/2011 | |
| NTB-10-017A | 02/18/2011 | 10039824 | Ready | 08/11/2011 | |
| ITY/WIPER (PWS) | |||||
| NTB-09-019-A | 08/27/2012 | 10047059 | Nissan: rain sensors may operate, intermittently or unexpectedly, when exhaust gas, moisture, fingerprints, dirt, or insects are near or around rain sensors. no models or model years listed. *pe | 11/05/2012 | |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | |||||
| NTB12-009 | 02/03/2012 | 10043735 | Nissan: door lock/unlock inoperative with intelligent key. *kb | 04/24/2012 | |
| SEATS - FRONT ASSEMBLY - POWER ADJUST | |||||
| NTB-10-120A | 10/07/2011 | 10041744 | Nissan: when adjusting either front seat, driver/passenger, forward or backwards, it will bind or not move at all. *pe | 11/02/2011 | |
| NTB-08-089B | 11/12/2009 | 10032505 | Nissan: slight driver's power seat movement side to side. determine which type of seat frame assembly (device and slide assy) is in the vehicle. *pe | 04/07/2010 | |
| SUSPENSION - MULTIPLE AXLE - TORQUE ARM | |||||
| NTB-11-080 | 08/24/2011 | 10040510 | Ready | 08/31/2011 | |
| NTB-11-080 | 08/24/2011 | 10040510 | Nissan: axle bolt and torque information. *rm | 08/31/2011 | |
| TIRES - PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS | |||||
| NTB-09-101 | 09/29/2009 | 10031305 | Nissan: tire pressure monitoring system (tpms) warning light on/flashing. no models or model years listed. *pe | 01/04/2010 | |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | |||||
| NTB12-009 | 02/03/2012 | 10043735 | Nissan: door lock/unlock inoperative with intelligent key. *kb | 04/24/2012 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 06/09/2010 | 5230 | ||
| 2010 nissan altima hybrid suddenly lost all power (both electric and gasoline generated) while moving in traffic. i had to cut across 2 lanes through heavy traffic (while coasting) to get to the curb. after waiting and shutting the car down, i was able to restart it. i took it to the local dealer, which simply said the car showed no codes and, therefore, was unable to diagnose the problem or make repairs. i consider this a major safety problem, as i now question whether the vehicle can be safely operated or taken on any long trips. | |||
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | |||
| 10/27/2010 | 9020 | ||
| 2010 nissan altima driver's seat track failed initially jamming seat movement, then releasing causing seat to move unexpectedly . seat mechanism is manual (not power). | |||
| SEATS | |||
| 10/27/2010 | 9020 | ||
| 2010 nissan altima driver's seat track failed initially jamming seat movement, then releasing causing seat to move unexpectedly . seat mechanism is manual (not power). | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC | |||
| 12/05/2009 | 42 | 1 | |
| My 2010 nissan altima hybrid has a problem wherein a (likely computer software) defect prevents the regenerative braking system from engaging when the cruise control is on and set and the brake pedal is depressed. over a wide range of speeds, setting the cruise control has the effect of locking out the regenerative braking system. this is an easily repeatable and demonstrable problem and occurs every day. while the traditional braking system still functions, the net effect is that the brakes are less effective than they should be, fuel economy is reduced, brake wear is increased, and pollution is increased. *tr | |||