10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #3

Jul 031996

Altima

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When vehicle was purchased dealer was questioned about burn marks inside the trunk, dealer claimed that it was grease. Two days after purchase owner opened trunk and saw carpet burning and melting. Vehicle lost power when this occurred.

- San Franci, CA, USA

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problem #2

Jan 171997

(reported on)

Altima

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Vehicle defective design of the cup holder in front of the shifter shorts out with any type of liquid spillage. The dlr is aware of this problem and owners have complained.

- Agawan, MA, USA

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problem #1

Dec 021995

Altima

  • miles
Ice build-up in wheel wells during inclement weather interfere with steering.

- Cromwell, CT, USA

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