1993 Nissan Altima Vehicle speed control Problems
- Complaints
- 34about this part
- Share
- 28%of 122 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 145,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 34 complaints about the vehicle speed control of the 1993 Nissan Altima, 28% of the 122 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 145,000 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Recall campaign 94v035000 concerning throttle linkages and control. While pulling into a parking space vehicle commenced to accelerate. No other incidents were reported. Consumer found this recall information on NHTSA website. The dealer or a repair shop had not inspected the vehicle at this time.”
NHTSA complaint #10111246, filed 2005-02, 122,000 miles“Dt: Nissan Altima 1993. The consumer stepped on the accelerator and the pedal dropped completely to the floor. The engine continued to rev upwards of 85 MPH. The accelerator pedal mount had broken away from the firewall of the vehicle. The consumer reached down and pulled the pedal up by hand and slowed the vehicle down. The consumer called the manufacturer, and was told that they would have to bring the car in, and pay to have it fixed.”
NHTSA complaint #10125896, filed 2005-07, 175,000 miles“Today vehicle experienced sudden uncontrolled acceleration due to throttle cable being pulled out of place while driving. I contacted Nissan USA and they are attempting to decline repair of vehicle due to 1) age of vehicle 2) recall work previously done. Unfortunately the prior recall work was performed incorrectly per Nissan bulletin 94v-035 ntb -- brackets to prevent throttle cable movement are located incorrectly. Vehicle requires new throttle cable and recall repair to remedy this situation. …”
NHTSA complaint #10108437, filed 2005-02, 122,000 miles“I hear a banging/ knocking noise when I press on the gas pedal and while costing. I have no idea what it may be but it is scary. I recently had my front rotors and brakes replaced I don't know if this has anything to do with the knocking which started after the brake job or if it was a problem already waiting to happen. Help!!!”
NHTSA complaint #749954, filed 2001-08“The contact owns a 1993 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced unintended acceleration when shifted into reverse. Due to the failure, the vehicle was involved in a rear end collision. The air bags failed to deploy. The failure occurred without warning. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. There was one injury that required medical attention. The contact suffered from head, arm, shoulder, and leg injuries; however, the specific diagnosis was not disclosed. …”
NHTSA complaint #10948617, filed 2017-01, 168,000 milesRelated recalls
- 94V035000Feb 28, 1994Engine movement can be transmitted to the airflow meter/filter housing and support bracket, which is mounted in the engine air duct, causing the throttle…Covers: Nissan Altima 1993–1994
Vehicle speed control: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 1 | 3% |
| 2020 | 6 | 3% |
| 2019 | 9 | 4% |
| 2018 | 11 | 5% |
| 2017 | 41 | 10% |
| 2016 | 65 | 12% |
| 2015 | 38 | 4% |
| 2014 | 27 | 2% |
| 2013 | 48 | 2% |
| 2012 | 49 | 12% |
| 2011 | 9 | 4% |
| 2010 | 20 | 5% |
| 2009 | 49 | 3% |
| 2008 | 35 | 3% |
| 2007 | 17 | 4% |
| 2006 | 38 | 5% |
| 2005 | 42 | 4% |
| 2004 | 3 | 1% |
| 2003 | 33 | 4% |
| 2002 | 20 | 2% |
| 2001 | 11 | 7% |
| 2000 | 21 | 13% |
| 1999 | 7 | 8% |
| 1998 | 4 | 3% |
| 1997 | 5 | 5% |
| 1996 | 6 | 7% |
| 1995 | 19 | 11% |
| 1994 | 11 | 10% |
| 1993 | 34 | 28% |
Other parts of the 1993 Nissan Altima
19 complaintsSeat belts
19 complaintsEngine cooling
16 complaintsFuel system
8 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaintsElectrical system
7 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1993 Nissan Altima
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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