NHTSA Complaint #11625048 — 2020 NISSAN ALTIMA

STEERING issue reported to NHTSA

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Complaint Details

ODI Number	11625048
Vehicle	2020 NISSAN ALTIMA
Component	STEERING
Date of Incident	November 11, 2024
Date Filed	November 13, 2024
Mileage	66,000 miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	TX

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH around a curve, the steering wheel locked up. The vehicle shut off and turned back on. There were no warning lights illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who determined the key fob battery needed to be replaced. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000.

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