Vehicle
EPA Classification
Engine
Engine Order Code
Engine Type
Displacement
Fuel System
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM
SAE Net Torque @ RPM
Transmission
Drivetrain
Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Trans Order Code
Trans Type
Trans Description Cont.
Continuously Variable
Continuously Variable
Trans Description Cont. Again
First Gear Ratio (:1)
Second Gear Ratio (:1)
Third Gear Ratio (:1)
Fourth Gear Ratio (:1)
Fifth Gear Ratio (:1)
Sixth Gear Ratio (:1)
Reverse Ratio (:1)
Clutch Size
Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1)
Seventh Gear Ratio (:1)
Eighth Gear Ratio (:1)
Weight Information
Base Curb Weight
Suspension
Suspension Type - Front
Independent Strut
Independent Strut
Suspension Type - Rear
Suspension Type - Front (Cont.)
w/Coil Springs
w/Coil Springs
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.)
w/Coil Springs
w/Coil Springs
Shock Absorber Diameter - Front
Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front
Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear
Brakes
Brake Type
Brake ABS System
Brake ABS System (Second Line)
Disc - Front (Yes or )
Disc - Rear (Yes or )
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
11.7 x 1.02 in
11.7 x 1.02 in
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness
11.5 x 0.35 in
11.5 x 0.35 in
Drum - Rear (Yes or )
Rear Drum Diam x Width
Wheels
Front Wheel Size
Rear Wheel Size
Spare Wheel Size
Rear Wheel Material
Spare Wheel Material
Tires
Front Tire Order Code
Rear Tire Order Code
Spare Tire Order Code
Front Tire Size
Rear Tire Size
Spare Tire Size
Mileage
EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy
Cruising Range - City
EPA Fuel Economy Est - City
Fuel Economy Est-Combined
Cruising Range - Hwy
EPA MPG Equivalent - City
EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy
EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined
Battery Range
Fuel Tank
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx
Emissions
Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
EPA Greenhouse Gas Score
Steering
Steering Type
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Pwr Rack & Pinion
Steering Ratio (:1), Overall
Lock to Lock Turns (Steering)
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb
Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall
Interior Dimensions
Passenger Capacity
Passenger Volume
Front Head Room
Front Leg Room
Front Shoulder Room
Front Hip Room
Second Head Room
Second Leg Room
Second Shoulder Room
Second Hip Room
Exterior Dimensions
Wheelbase
Length, Overall
Width, Max w/o mirrors
Height, Overall
Track Width, Front
Track Width, Rear
Min Ground Clearance
Liftover Height
Cargo Area Dimensions
Trunk Volume
Trailering
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt.
Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt.
Electrical
Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary)
Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps)
Cooling System
Total Cooling System Capacity
MECHANICAL
2.5L DOHC 16-valve I4 engine.
Battery saver.
Engine cover.
Xtronic continuously variable transmission (CVT).
Front wheel drive.
Independent front strut suspension.
Independent multi-link rear suspension.
Electric pwr vehicle speed-sensitive rack & pinion steering.
Pwr front vented & rear solid disc brakes.
Dual chrome-tipped exhaust finishers
2.5L DOHC 16-valve I4 engine.
Battery saver.
Engine cover.
Xtronic continuously variable transmission (CVT) w/manual shift mode.
Front wheel drive.
Independent front strut suspension.
Independent multi-link rear suspension.
Electric pwr vehicle speed-sensitive rack & pinion steering.
Pwr front vented & rear solid disc brakes.
Dual chrome-tipped exhaust finishers
EXTERIOR
16" x 7.0" steel wheels w/full wheel covers.
P215/60R16 all-season tires.
Compact spare tire.
Body color bumpers.
Bright side-window molding.
Halogen headlights.
Body color pwr mirrors.
UV reducing glass w/dark upper windshield band.
Flat blade speed-sensitive variable intermittent windshield wipers w/mist function.
Body color door handles.
Mini trunk lid trim
16" x 7.0" steel wheels w/full wheel covers.
P215/60R16 all-season tires.
Compact spare tire.
Body color bumpers.
Bright side-window molding.
Halogen headlights.
Body color pwr mirrors.
UV reducing glass w/dark upper windshield band.
Flat blade speed-sensitive variable intermittent windshield wipers w/mist function.
Body color door handles.
Full size trunk lid trim
ENTERTAINMENT
Audio pre-wire w/(4) speakers.
In-glass diversity radio antenna
AM/FM stereo w/CD player -inc: (6) speakers, auxiliary input.
In-glass diversity radio antenna
INTERIOR
Velour seat trim.
Contoured reclining front bucket seats w/adjustable head restraints.
60/40 split-folding rear seat w/lock.
Front console w/integral armrest, storage compartments.
Front/rear doors w/bottle holders/map pockets.
Triple bottle holders in center console.
Coin holder.
Floor & trunk carpeting.
Tilt & telescopic steering column.
Cruise control w/steering wheel mounted controls.
Push-button ignition.
Vehicle immobilizer system.
Vehicle security system.
Speedometer, tachometer, coolant temp & fuel gauges.
Vehicle info display.
Trip computer w/outside temp gauge.
Warning lights -inc: door ajar, low fuel, low washer fluid.
Driver/passenger seat belt warning chime/light.
Pwr windows w/driver side auto up/down & auto-reverse.
Retained accessory pwr.
Pwr door locks w/driver & passenger door lock switches, auto-lock feature.
Remote hood & fuel-filler door releases.
Pwr remote trunk release w/cancel switch.
Air conditioning w/micro filter ventilation.
Rear seat heater vents.
Rear window defroster w/timer.
Dual cup holders in rear center armrest.
Dual 12V DC pwr points.
Dual sunvisors w/driver vanity mirror.
Interior courtesy lamps -inc: glove box, trunk.
Lockable glove compartment w/13 liter storage capacity.
Overhead console w/sunglass holder.
Front map lights, rear reading lights.
Chrome interior door handles.
Front/rear assist grips.
Rear coat hook
Velour seat trim.
Contoured reclining front bucket seats w/adjustable head restraints.
Driver/front passenger seat back pockets.
60/40 split-folding rear seat w/lock.
Front console w/integral armrest, storage compartments.
Front/rear doors w/bottle holders/map pockets.
Triple bottle holders in center console.
Coin holder.
Floor & trunk carpeting.
Tilt & telescopic steering column w/mounted cruise controls.
Push-button ignition.
Intelligent Key system.
Vehicle immobilizer system.
Vehicle security system.
Speedometer, tachometer, coolant temp & fuel gauges.
Vehicle info display.
Trip computer w/outside temp gauge.
Warning lights -inc: door ajar, low fuel, low washer fluid.
Driver/passenger seat belt warning chime/light.
Pwr windows w/driver side auto up/down & auto-reverse.
Retained accessory pwr.
Pwr door locks w/driver & passenger door lock switches, auto-lock feature.
Remote hood & fuel-filler door releases.
Pwr remote trunk release w/cancel switch.
Air conditioning w/micro filter ventilation.
Rear seat heater vents.
Rear window defroster w/timer.
Dual cup holders in rear center armrest.
Dual 12V DC pwr points.
Dual sunvisors w/vanity mirrors.
Interior courtesy lamps -inc: glove box, trunk.
Lockable glove compartment w/13 liter storage capacity.
Overhead console w/sunglass holder.
Front map lights, rear reading lights.
Driver footrest finisher.
Chrome interior door handles.
Front/rear assist grips.
Rear coat hook
SAFETY
Clutch interlock.
Anti-lock braking system.
Traction control system (TCS).
Vehicle dynamic control.
Front & rear crumple zones.
Side-door guard beams.
Zone body construction.
2.5 mph energy absorbing front/rear bumpers.
Driver & passenger supplemental dual-stage front airbags w/occupant classification sensor.
Front side-impact airbags.
Front/rear roof mounted side curtain airbags.
Front seat belts w/pretensioners, load limiters, adjustable upper anchors, seat belt sensors.
3-point seat belts in all seating positions.
ELR seat belt system for driver seating position.
ALR/ELR seat belt system for passenger seating positions.
Front seat active head restraints.
Child safety rear door locks.
Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH).
Child restraint upper anchors.
Energy absorbing steering column.
Emergency inside trunk release.
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
Shift interlock.
Anti-lock braking system.
Traction control system (TCS).
Vehicle dynamic control.
Dual note horn.
Front & rear crumple zones.
Side-door guard beams.
Zone body construction.
2.5 mph energy absorbing front/rear bumpers.
Driver & passenger supplemental dual-stage front airbags w/occupant classification sensor.
Front side-impact airbags.
Front/rear roof mounted side curtain airbags.
Front seat belts w/pretensioners, load limiters, adjustable upper anchors, seat belt sensors.
3-point seat belts in all seating positions.
ELR seat belt system for driver seating position.
ALR/ELR seat belt system for passenger seating positions.
Front seat active head restraints.
Child safety rear door locks.
Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH).
Child restraint upper anchors.
Energy absorbing steering column.
Emergency inside trunk release.
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
PACKAGE
Rebate
Warranty
Basic Years:
3.
Basic Miles/km:
36,000.
Basic Note:
Vehicles equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) also include 10 Years/120,000 Miles CVT Limited Warranty Extension.
Drivetrain Years:
5.
Drivetrain Miles/km:
60,000.
Corrosion Years:
5.
Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.
Emissions Years:
7.
Emissions Years:
3.
Emissions Years:
3.
Emissions Miles/km:
70,000.
Emissions Miles/km:
50,000.
Emissions Miles/km:
36,000
Basic Years:
3.
Basic Miles/km:
36,000.
Basic Note:
Vehicles equipped with a Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT) also include 10 Years/120,000 Miles CVT Limited Warranty Extension.
Drivetrain Years:
5.
Drivetrain Miles/km:
60,000.
Corrosion Years:
5.
Corrosion Miles/km:
Unlimited.
Emissions Years:
7.
Emissions Years:
3.
Emissions Years:
3.
Emissions Miles/km:
70,000.
Emissions Miles/km:
50,000.
Emissions Miles/km:
36,000
Recall
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
09V358000.
Mfg's Report Date:
SEP 10, 2009.
Component:
SUSPENSION.
Potential Number of Units Affected:
26398.
Summary:
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 ALTIMA AND MAXIMA PASSENGER CARS. THE UPPER FRONT STRUT INSULATORS MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION RESULTING IN A POTENTIAL FOR THE STRUT INSULATOR TO CRACK..
Consequence:
IF THE STRUT INSULATOR IS CRACKED, THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR THE STRUT ROD TO COME OUT OF ITS MOUNTING POSITION, WHICH COULD AFFECT VEHICLE STABILITY AND INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH..
Remedy:
NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE FRONT STRUT INSULATORS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT OCTOBER 5, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-615-725-1000..
Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV ..
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
10V193000.
Mfg's Report Date:
MAY 03, 2010.
Component:
STRUCTURE.
Potential Number of Units Affected:
113.
Summary:
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 ALTIMA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 7, 2010 THROUGH APRIL 13, 2010. SOME OF THE FRONT SIDE MEMBER ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN WELDED TO SPECIFICATION DUE TO A TOOL MAINTENANCE ERROR..
Consequence:
IF SEVERAL STRUCTURAL WELDS ARE OUT OF SPECIFICATION ON A SINGLE VEHICLE, IT MAY HAVE AN EFFECT ON THE VEHICLE CRASH PERFORMANCE..
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND IF NECESSARY REPAIR FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261..
Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV ..
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
10V401000.
Mfg's Report Date:
SEP 03, 2010.
Component:
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Potential Number of Units Affected:
7948.
Summary:
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH A GARMIN NUVI MODEL 750 NAVIGATION SYSTEM. THE BATTERIES CONTAINED IN THE AFFECTED GPS UNITS CAN OVERHEAT..
Consequence:
OVERHEATED BATTERIES COULD RESULT IN A FIRE..
Remedy:
NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY GARMIN TECHNICIANS BY REPLACING THE BATTERY AND INSERTING A SPACER ON TOP OF THE BATTERY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN DIRECTLY AT 1-866-957-1981 OR NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261..
Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
09V358000.
Mfg's Report Date:
SEP 10, 2009.
Component:
SUSPENSION.
Potential Number of Units Affected:
26398.
Summary:
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009 AND 2010 ALTIMA AND MAXIMA PASSENGER CARS. THE UPPER FRONT STRUT INSULATORS MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION RESULTING IN A POTENTIAL FOR THE STRUT INSULATOR TO CRACK..
Consequence:
IF THE STRUT INSULATOR IS CRACKED, THERE IS A POTENTIAL FOR THE STRUT ROD TO COME OUT OF ITS MOUNTING POSITION, WHICH COULD AFFECT VEHICLE STABILITY AND INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH..
Remedy:
NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE BOTH LEFT AND RIGHT SIDE FRONT STRUT INSULATORS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT OCTOBER 5, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-615-725-1000..
Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV ..
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
10V193000.
Mfg's Report Date:
MAY 03, 2010.
Component:
STRUCTURE.
Potential Number of Units Affected:
113.
Summary:
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 ALTIMA VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM APRIL 7, 2010 THROUGH APRIL 13, 2010. SOME OF THE FRONT SIDE MEMBER ASSEMBLY COMPONENTS MAY NOT HAVE BEEN WELDED TO SPECIFICATION DUE TO A TOOL MAINTENANCE ERROR..
Consequence:
IF SEVERAL STRUCTURAL WELDS ARE OUT OF SPECIFICATION ON A SINGLE VEHICLE, IT MAY HAVE AN EFFECT ON THE VEHICLE CRASH PERFORMANCE..
Remedy:
DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND IF NECESSARY REPAIR FREE OF CHARGE. THE MANUFACTURER HAS NOT YET PROVIDED AN OWNER NOTIFICATION SCHEDULE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261..
Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV ..
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID:
10V401000.
Mfg's Report Date:
SEP 03, 2010.
Component:
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Potential Number of Units Affected:
7948.
Summary:
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN VEHICLES THAT WERE EQUIPPED WITH A GARMIN NUVI MODEL 750 NAVIGATION SYSTEM. THE BATTERIES CONTAINED IN THE AFFECTED GPS UNITS CAN OVERHEAT..
Consequence:
OVERHEATED BATTERIES COULD RESULT IN A FIRE..
Remedy:
NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND THE REPAIRS WILL BE PERFORMED BY GARMIN TECHNICIANS BY REPLACING THE BATTERY AND INSERTING A SPACER ON TOP OF THE BATTERY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 16, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT GARMIN DIRECTLY AT 1-866-957-1981 OR NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261..
Notes:
OWNERS MAY ALSO CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV .
News - Crash Test Results
Frontal Driver:
* * * * *.
Frontal Passenger:
* * * * *.
Side Driver:
* * * * *.
Side Rear Passenger:
* * * * *.
Crash Test Note:
Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags..
NHTSA Rollover Rating:
* * * *.
Rollover Note:
The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).
Frontal Driver:
* * * * *.
Frontal Passenger:
* * * * *.
Side Driver:
* * * * *.
Side Rear Passenger:
* * * * *.
Crash Test Note:
Results based on a 35 MPH frontal crash and 38.5 MPH side crash. Results are reported in a range of one to five stars, with five stars indicating the best crash protection for vehicles within the same weight class. This test used driver and passenger belts and airbags..
NHTSA Rollover Rating:
* * * *.
Rollover Note:
The Rollover Resistance Rating is an estimate of your risk of rolling over if you have a single vehicle crash. It does not predict the likelihood of that crash. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is. The more "top-heavy" the vehicle, the more likely it is to roll over. The lowest rated vehicles (1-star) are at least four times more likely to roll over than the highest rated vehicles (5-stars).
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