Are there any problems with Nissan Altima ESCL?
However, a new service campaign means defective steering locks will at least be fixed in the 2009-2010 Altima and Maxima. For years, there have been widespread defects in the Electronic Steering Column Lock (ESCL) that disabled the push-button ignition in a wide range of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles.
Why does my ESCL keep my steering wheel locked?
The ESCL’s primary job is to keep the steering wheel locked until you bring your key fob in range of the vehicle. It’s meant to prevent theft. Once the ESCL detects the your key fob, it unlocks the steering wheel and lets you go on your merry way. But it doesn’t always work.
Is there a class action for Nissan Altima?
Top Class Actions viewers have reported relieving Nissan Altima settlement checks worth as much as $1,100. Those who received settlement checks included all U.S. residents who are a current or former owner or lessee of a model year 2013 through 2016 Nissan Altima with a continuously variable transmission (also called a CVT).
Who are class members of Nissan transmission class action?
Class Members include those Nissan owners and lessees of 2013 to 2017 Nissan Sentra, 2014 to 2017 Nissan Versa Note, or a 2012 to 2017 Nissan Versa vehicles with a continuously variable transmission. Drivers claimed that these vehicles possessed defective transmissions that can cause the vehicles to shake or jerk wile driving.
However, a new service campaign means defective steering locks will at least be fixed in the 2009-2010 Altima and Maxima. For years, there have been widespread defects in the Electronic Steering Column Lock (ESCL) that disabled the push-button ignition in a wide range of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles.
Why does Nissan Altima not lock the steering wheel?
The electronic steering column box will replace the ESCL assembly but will no longer lock the steering wheel when the car is parked and turned off. The automaker says the steering wheel locking function is not necessary because the Altima and Maxima are equipped with anti-theft immobilizers to help prevent theft.
The ESCL’s primary job is to keep the steering wheel locked until you bring your key fob in range of the vehicle. It’s meant to prevent theft. Once the ESCL detects the your key fob, it unlocks the steering wheel and lets you go on your merry way. But it doesn’t always work.
The electronic steering column box will replace the ESCL assembly but will no longer lock the steering wheel when the car is parked and turned off. The automaker says the steering wheel locking function is not necessary because the Altima and Maxima are equipped with anti-theft immobilizers to help prevent theft.
How much does it cost to replace a Nissan Altima?
Nissan dealers will gladly replace it, but that will run you $1000. It’s one of the many reasons this car was named CarTalk’s Turd of the Week and given our Beware of this Clunker badge. Two dubious honors. Click on a category below for details.