2014 Nissan Altima Transmission



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Problems & Complaints

CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2014 Nissan Altima shows multiple problem trends, continuing the poor reputation of the 2013 Altima, prompting us to give it our 'Beware of the Clunker' badge.

Owners are complaining about vibration and even transmission failure related to the CVT (Continuously Variable Transmission).

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Worst 2014 Nissan Altima Problems

  • #1:Transmission Failure2014 Altima

    Average Cost to Fix:
    $3,800
    Average Mileage:
    69,000 mi
  • #2:Shudders And Jerks2014 Altima

    Average Cost to Fix:
    $3,100
    Average Mileage:
    39,000 mi
  • #3:Air Bag Light On/Off2014 Altima

    Average Cost to Fix:
    $1,800
    Average Mileage:
    22,000 mi

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20 problems related to transmission failure have been reported for the 2014 Nissan Altima. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2014 Nissan Altima based on all problems reported for the 2014 Altima.

Failure Date: 02/25/2020
2014 Nissan Altima Transmission

Tl-the contact owns a 2014 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving at various speeds the vehicle began to stall. The contact stated when she depressed the accelerator the vehicle took off at full speed without warning. The vehicle was towed to gerald Nissan of north aurora (213 hansen blvd, north aurora, IL 60542) where the vehicle was diagnosed with a transmission failure. The vehicle is currently at the dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. However, no assistance was given. The failure mileage was 83000. Lj.

Failure Date: 01/21/2020

Cvt transmission failing with only 73,900 miles on the 2014 vehicle. Also both passenger and driver side door mechanisms have broke from the inside, meaning you have to roll the window down to get out of the vehicle. This is a safety hazard.

Failure Date: 10/04/2019

Bought a used 2014 Altima from hendrick chevy in merriam kansas. Transmission failed on multiple occasions and did not give any indication via check engine light or failure codes. Acceleration was severely delayed from a stop nearly causing me to wreck when throttle reaponse and acceleration was near zero.

Failure Date: 09/18/2019

The car stalls in the middle of the road while driving. This happen on more that 4 times before it completely stopped driving. I took the vehicle to dealership, where is was diagnosed to for transmission failure. The vehicle has only 81k miles on it. This is a major issue with the vehicle.

Failure Date: 03/26/2019

Cvt transmission failure.

Failure Date: 03/01/2019

As my vehicle passed 60,000 miles few more hundred and transmission failed. They make the worst transmission.

Failure Date: 12/23/2018

Replaced transmission at 84000 miles at a cost of $4100 because of shuddering and stalling. At 100600 miles and 11 months later the transmission failed the exact same way again. Nissan would not cover the cost of another replacement. It cost me another $1050 with the help of the dealer and Nissan who know they have a totally faulty transmission and won't acknowledge. It stalled and shutterdat a highway intersection and was a dangerous problem. I am lucky I wasn't smashed into on the highway.

Failure Date: 11/03/2018

My transmission failed after only 85,000 miles. I was stopped at a highway exit ramp stop light when it failed.

Failure Date: 07/15/2018

After driving car for 173000 miles with no trouble transmission failed to shift it,s like completefailurewith absolutely no movement now.

Failure Date: 10/31/2017

Cvt transmission failure , I took very good car the car through the dealership that I bought it new from. I followed all maintenance requirements. The car is 3 years old and the transmission just quit on me no warning just done. It will cost me 4500$ out of my pocket to fix. The dealership helped me file a complaint with Nissan USA to help. The answer from Nissan was we cant help you with your transmission but we can offer $1500 for a new Nissan. This is unacceptable theses cvt transmissions are consistently failing on Nissans. As the consumer we are getting financially killed by this. Action is required against Nissan they know there is a issue yet they are still allowed to sell and not stand behind a major part of their vehicles. Please do something this is dangerous. I could have been at an intersection or in traffic.

Failure Date: 10/23/2017

Transmission failure after only 72,000 miles. Dealer estimate to repair was $3600.

Failure Date: 09/08/2017

Transmission failed while driving from tampa, FL to chicago, IL. Car died in normal, IL. Had it towed to the local dealership, had to get a rental car, was told that the transmission had metal fragments in it and that it would be a week to get a new one and cost $4,500.

Failure Date: 08/10/2017

My car shut off abruptly when I was driving in the highway and I almost got hit by another car. Luckily, it was rush hour and we were only going about 30mph. I put the car back in park and restarted. Once restarted, I got off the highway and was at a busy intersection and I was the first car at the red light. My car shut off in the middle of the intersection during rush hour. It was very dangerous. I had car towed to dealer and it's a complete cvt transmission failure. Still waiting to see if Nissan will cover the replacement. The car has 37k miles and is still under the $60k power train warranty.

Failure Date: 06/23/2017

Transmission failed after the car had 55000 miles. The problem commenced with a noticeable shudder and jerk when accelerating and braking. The car eventually stopped accelerating all together. Transmission had to be replaced. This seems to be a common occurrence with this Altima model. Please investigate. . Read more...

Failure Date: 05/12/2017

Purchased 2014 Nissan Altima sl 11/5/2016 69,500 miles from Nissan dealer bourne MA. Car in for d/s front headlamp assembly replacement and transmission revving rpm complaint issue on 11/10/2016 while still under 60-day/2500mi warranty. Picked up venicle and told by Nissan service dept that 'couldnt find anything wrong and that is just how the cvt works'. Additionally, there is a reprogramming service bulletin issued by Nissan on Dec 6 2016 regarding cvt transmission. I was never notified. On may 12, 2017 77,800 transmission fails completely while in motion on a rural state road at 40mph, same symptoms as 11/10/2016 complaint with no cel or warning lights on interior dash 165 miles from home. Call dealer and ask them what they plan to do and told 'that is on your dime since you did not purchase extended warranty. ' call closest Nissan dealer service dept and told they cannot even diagnose the problem for 10 business days so car is towed to garage of contractor assigned by Nissan security plus protection plan j&j auto. J&j auto diagnoses vehicle as having total valve body failure using computer codes from vehicle and reaffirming diagnosis with Nissan. I authorize a new Nissan transmission to be ordered for vehicle. Contact Nissan customer service and told they will not reimburse me for costs of transmission replacement and 'you need to just leave the car at a Nissan service dept and we will look into it. ' refuse to intervene with selling dealership or make a referral and appointment at a dealer service location to have car repaired in a timely fashion. This is Monday may 14. Transmission is removed and replaced at j&j auto. Pick car up on may 26, 2016 following reprogramming and flashing of new transmission at Nissan dealer in keene, nh.

Failure Date: 08/29/2016

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Altima. While attempting to park at 3 mph, the vehicle shut off without warning. The contact shifted into park and restarted the vehicle. The vehicle started, but quickly shut off. The vehicle started normally the third time; however, it shut off again when approaching a stop at low speed. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred five more times. The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 63,417.

Failure Date: 04/24/2016

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Altima. While driving 5 mph, the vehicle lost power without warning. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 16,886.

Failure Date: 01/14/2016

Purchased vehicle brand new in December 2013. Total transmission failure at 25,000 miles. Was driving on PA turnpike. Car was not accelerating when depressing gas pedal. Was able to get off an exit. Car towed to dealership. Was informed it needed a new transmission.

Failure Date: 10/24/2015

Full transmission failure at 48,000 miles.

Failure Date: 08/04/2015

Transmission fails on the highway this is the second time for a brand new car. I had my child in the car this time. The vehicle suddenly loses power . The first time it occurred was @ 3000 miles . The second time is at 13000 miles. The biggest risk is being rear ended by the vehicle behind due to the sudden loss of power and Nissan knows their cvt for Altima and rogue 2014 is an issue, no move from manufacturer to replace the car or recall all cars in question.


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