2011 Nissan Altima Vehicle speed control Problems
- Complaints
- 9about this part
- Share
- 4%of 242 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 70,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 9 complaints about the vehicle speed control of the 2011 Nissan Altima, 4% of the 242 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 70,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“I was entering a parking space when the car suddenly accelerated causing me to drive over the parking curb and into a shrub. I was pulling slowly into the space and the car just lurched forward, I quickly hit the brake. Fortunately I was not hurt and there was no damage to the underside of the car.”
NHTSA complaint #10555969, filed 2013-12, 24,559 miles“The CVT(transmission) of this model has a history of the transmission overheating and a warning light comes on. The manufacturer fix to this is to put in a cooling fan for the transmission at a cost of $1300. If the manufacturers transmission is known to overheat why doesn't Nissan pay for the cooling fan or fix and replace the CVT transmission.”
NHTSA complaint #11118368, filed 2018-08, 75,000 miles“I get the p0101 code that indicates a mass air flow issue. While driving the car cuts off, stalls, sputters. Often the car can be restarted, but it contines to stutter, or shut off. The issue has occurred while driving on nyc streets and on highways, usually while driving on straight roads. It has also occurred while making a turn. The mechanic changed the mass flow sensor and the vehicle was fine for a few months. Then the issue started again. This repeatedly happens throughout the year. Changing the mass air flow part does not help it. …”
NHTSA complaint #11415531, filed 2021-05, 65,000 miles“2011 Nissan Altima sr sedan 3.5 CVT. When driving, CVT goes into safe mode with reduced acceleration, indicating a transmission issue and would also trigger vehicle dynamic control system fault.. Original engine code was p0175. Had mechanic replace 31935-1xf00 speed sensor assy. Problem was not corrected. Took to local dealer and was told needs new transmission control module unit $850 and new transmission $3,500. Only 39,400 miles on vehicle (60,000 mile powertrain) but past he 60 month warranty by 5 months. Nissan will not cover. …”
NHTSA complaint #10946177, filed 2017-01, 39,400 miles“What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request? The Engine Control Module (ECM) is malfunctioning, triggering persistent P0101 codes related to the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor. This specific issue is addressed in Nissan Technical Service Bulletin DE97AA, which recommends an ECM reprogramming. The component is still installed in the vehicle and is available for inspection. ⸻ • How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? …”
NHTSA complaint #11741855, filed 2026-06Related service bulletins
- 10109129Oct 13, 20162011-2012 ALTIMA; REDUCED PERFORMANCE DUE TO CVT FLUID TEMPERATURE PROTECTION LOGIC IF YOU CONFIRM The vehicle speed is, or was, reduced by the CVT fail-safe (reduced vehicle…
- 10051768Apr 4, 2013Nissan: cruise control will not set and dtc p0605 is stored.
- 10192155Apr 3, 2013SERVICE INFORMATION The "Lock / Unlock request buttons" that are located on the outside door handles of vehicles with Intelligent Key can be disabled (or enabled) through either…
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 2011 Nissan Altima
68 complaintsOther or unknown
42 complaintsEngine
36 complaintsElectrical system
32 complaintsBody and structure
27 complaintsAir bags
22 complaintsSuspension
14 complaintsSteering
13 complaintsBrakes
12 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsElectronic stability control
6 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2011 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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