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Refused to fix

Model Year:

2015

Manufacturer:

Nissan

Model:

Altima

Complaint Resolution:

No, need help

Hi, I have a current recall for my headlamps. The case has been settled for this lawsuit for dimming lights. I took my care today hoping to get my headlamps fixed. They said " it passed inspection" however I or anyone who has been in the car cannot see at

Review submitted by:Linda

Pros:Drives well

Cons:Headlamps are too dim

Headlights

Model Year:

2014

Manufacturer:

Nissan

Model:

Altima

Complaint Resolution:

No, need help

When the headlights are on dim you can’t see. They are so dim I have to use the brights most of the time. The lights are a danger to me and anyone on the road. This makes it hard for me to see at night. So I try not to

Review submitted by:Shirley

Pros:Very good on gas and smooth ride

Cons:To low to get in and out and need more space

Headlights

Model Year:

2015

Manufacturer:

Nissan

Model:

Altima

Complaint Resolution:

No, need help

I can not see at night. the headlights are dim. I changed the bulb but it is still dim. I seen there is a recall on the lights to get them change and I was trying to find out how I get the lights change so that I may see

Review submitted by:Ashley

Pros:Gas saver

Cons:Bad lights

Headlights are dim when there on high beam

Model Year:

2016

Manufacturer:

Nissan

Model:

Altima

Complaint Resolution:

No resolution

Did not receive letter about Nissan Altima defect lights , an I have a 2016 Altima . My neighbor received letter and email me but it was pass the deadline and I did file claim back in February 2022 and dont claim number so really need light replacement. My VIN

Review submitted by:Sheila

Pros:I love my car never had major problems had it since2016.

Cons:Seems like the lights not bright enough and shine down on road while driving.

Texas

Model Year:

2015

Manufacturer:

Nissan

Model:

Altima

Complaint Resolution:

No resolution

Now there is a Class Action Settlement involving Headlamps. Prior to the notice of the class action settlement my drivers side headlight was being replaced about every six months. I refused to pay to have the headlamp replaced because I had not owned the car less than a year. The

Review submitted by:Margaret

Pros:Easy to handle

Cons:Having to continue to go in for headlight.

Transmission and Speaker issue

Model Year:

2020

Manufacturer:

Nissan

Model:

Altima

Complaint Resolution:

Yes, by the dealer

Brought my car back to the dealership two weeks ago. Not happy with the transmission and audio quality.

Review submitted by:HItesh

Pros:comfortable

Cons:Bad transmission, Speaker not good

Terrible Vehicle

Model Year:

2020

Manufacturer:

Nissan

Model:

Altima

Complaint Resolution:

No resolution

Worst cars ever!!! Transmission cvt acting up. Not a very good car.

Review submitted by:Nathan

Pros:No positive response

Cons:Transmission problems cvt

Bad car

Model Year:

2019

Manufacturer:

Nissan

Model:

Altima

Complaint Resolution:

No resolution

Too many problems already with this car. Transmission cvt sucks!!! Gas mileage is not accurate. Stereo system has glitches going on. I, do not recommend this vehicle to anyone. If you do have this car, your trade in value is pretty much gone. Bad resale value!!!!!

Review submitted by:James

Pros:None

Cons:Worse car ever!!!

Dissapointed

Model Year:

2020

Manufacturer:

Nissan

Model:

Altima

Complaint Resolution:

Yes, by the dealer

I like the altima. This is my 3rd one. I'm dissapointed that after purchasing it one week ago the bumper sensor said it malfuntioned. Now I have to drive a rental until they figure out which sensor it is, which is what the dealer told me.

Review submitted by:Tania

Pros:Looks good, roomy,heated seats,moon roof

Cons:Sensors malfunctioned after 1 week. Brand new car

Cheap

Model Year:

2019

Manufacturer:

Nissan

Model:

Altima

Complaint Resolution:

No resolution

Before this I had the 2015 Nissan Altima and I have to say that was a much better car. Obviously the new tech on the 2019 model is good no doubt about it. But even though it's the same trim I got, the car audio sounds worse, the interior is

Review submitted by:Joe

Pros:New Tech

Cons:Cheap audio system, cheap interior.

Many shortcomings insight

Model Year:

2019

Manufacturer:

Nissan

Model:

Altima

Complaint Resolution:

No resolution

This 2019 Altima 2.5 SL drives nicely and soft on 17 inch wheels. 2.5L engine has a sufficient power. CVT transmission works fine. Though, in my opinion, it substantially lacks driving dynamics and pleasure of the automatic transmission with gears. Steering is precise and on-center. Brakes work very well. Navigation

Review submitted by:Magician

Pros:Nice ride.

Cons:Value for the money.

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