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TERRIBLE CAR!!!
Cming21, 03/06/2023
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 SV 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 1 people found this review helpful
This car sucks, the issues just with the sensors is terrible! Just is a TERRIBLE CAR!
Not-a-full-size-sedan.
Richard/B, 09/25/2015
updated 03/25/2016
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
5 of 17 people found this review helpful
I don't have enough use of this car to comment on how good it is. Never attempt to drive over a speed bump! In the few months I have owned it, I have encountered speed bumps in strip center parking lots, and on interconnecting streets on large hospital grounds between its buildings. The first instance, even with usual slow approach, resulted in it high-centering until I could roll off it. The next was on the hospital grounds, and with the usual caution, was unable to overcome the high-centering, so had to back off and find another route. At the dealer's shop, lifted on the car lift, scrapes were noted by the technicians along the bottom. No telling how bad, should someone drive it, not expecting the problem. Just what would happen on high water, deep snow, dry weeds/grass in fields, and two-rut 'roads' with high center media? The front body-finished metal, extends so low, that often at curbs and parking stop blocks it gets concrete scrapes (and sounds), and who knows how much reshapeing is done?
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Great car only 1 compaint
Lauren H, 08/12/2015
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
2 of 6 people found this review helpful
I love everything about this car except for the fact that the visors are really unethical. They don't cover my face from the sun unless I'm riding on top of the steering wheel. My suggestion to Nissan is to make the a little longer, for taller people. Or add some visor extensions.
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When looking over the fence...
cyndie raposa, 07/14/2016
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
1 of 4 people found this review helpful
you know the grass is always greener on the other side.
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Humming sound
Gail allen, 05/06/2016
2015 Nissan Altima 3.5 S w/Prod. End 6/14 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
1 of 7 people found this review helpful
Had to dealership 2 times they say it is power steering ? Concerned .? POWER STEERING .?
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2015 in shop again!!!
Tim, 02/07/2017
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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My 2015 Altima is in the shop for the 5th time for the same reason since I bought it. The 4th time I had it in for a recall fix for the same problem and yet it is in the shop for a 5th time.
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Happy Altima
Patricia, 11/30/2015
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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It's a Great comfortable car. Spacious, and quiet. Very happy with this car.
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Silver Bullet
Kim Grant, 01/25/2016
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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It's very sporty and family friendly at the same time.
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Got a 2017 Nissan rogue so family package 3rd row
shannon, 03/16/2016
updated 09/21/2017
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Well i had a 2011 altima sl and liked it alot and did not wanna buy anymore new cars but after my daughter was born i thought we needed more room so i traded fora Nissan pathfinder base model, but I should of kept my other altima and paid it off, i really did not need the room and the gas average was maybe 21 but compared to the altima 31 that's 10 miles a gallon difference, pathfinder was v6 and altima gets 31 4 cylinder. Its hard enough trying to keep gas in the altima. and features on base pathfinder was not that good , no bluetooth ,camera, satelite radio,automatic headlights, or intelligent key. So iwas able to take it back and trade it in to the dealership and they paid it off and i got a 2015 altima s with the display audio package which has a camera and power seat, and satellite radio, which i think is the best value and i love the intelligent key and bluetooth, and the text messaging assistant that talks to you and nissans easy fill tire alert you dont have to have a tire gauge it blows the horn when you reach the correct pressure.And the gas mileage is excellent i avg around 30-31 but have gotten up to 41. And i got a very low .90 interest rate for 60 months thats less than one percent so this loan i will have it paid off early and quick. Update, Still liking this car very much I haven't had any problems with it still. I am looking forward to getting it paid off in a couple of years or so and keeping it. I did have to put rear brakes on, but that's all the maintenance I have had to do other than oil changes. I I could buy a 2017 altima sr midnight edition which I like and think it looks good but i dont think its worth it to buy anymore new cars. Update review I no longer have this car I bought a 2017 Nissan rogue so with 3rd row family package for room and versatility. This is gonna be my last new vehicle I'm buying
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Great car
Chris Chiarenza, 03/21/2016
updated 09/29/2016
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 SV 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Good value vs. other cars in this genre
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Hard to beat for the money.
Albert, 04/03/2016
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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It's cheap, reliable, pretty good looking and has enough power for you to have fun with enough safety features to keep you alive. Turns at double the limit and snow driving are no problem for this machine. Smooth as silk in the triple digits. Only complaint is that the trunk is on hinges instead of struts and that changing bulbs is not something a novice can easily do. I would recommend putting a cold air intake on for the mpg increase and increase in engine noise to drown out the higher pitched CVT.
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Best Car for the Price .... mileage is Great
Paul Henderson, 01/27/2017
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Best Car for the Price .... mileage is Great
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Many small opportunities to rise above the rest
Peter, 01/17/2017
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I've owned my Altima for a little over 2 years now. PROS: Good engine response and pedal feel. This car drives much better than its Toyota and Honda competitors. This car feels spacious and definitely has more comfort room than many other competitors such as the Chrysler 200. Fuel Economy is pretty good. CONS: Upholstery does not come in black, so it won't match a black interior option. There seems to be some unintended ventilation in the foot well when air flow is directed to the windshield. There is some BSR (Buzz, squeak, rattle) from the bracket housing the speaker(s) behind the rear seats during bass-heavy music. Headlamps are adequate but could be improved for better luminosity. There is some wind/road/transmission noise when on the highway which can get annoying - can be drowned out with music but we shouldn't have to do that. The Navigation system could use improvements with the interface and operation - When a turn is coming up, a lane suggestion would help so we know which lane to turn in. Also with Navigation, give a heads up on 2 incoming turns instead of just the immediate one, and let drivers zoom out on the map when getting close to a turn (Currently, the navigation goes into zoomed-in screen showing the turn - which helps - but won't let you look at the map until the turn is complete). Lastly, I got the underbody lights option for the car (lights up the ground next to the doors so you can see where you're stepping during night) - These need a more robust method of attachment to the vehicle. Salt from winter roads makes these loose and non-functional. OVERALL = This model is very capable in performing as a vehicle but it could use some help with noise cancellation and elimination of BSR. I think the CONS for this car are small improvements that NISSAN should be able to easily capture. If they can address these issues, then I think the Altima will be superior to all its price-bracket competitors in the sedan segment.
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Helpless in TN - I didn't want stripes!
Rbocian, 03/23/2019
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Overall, I love my Nissan Altima. The Pearl White is lovely, UNTIL the dark stripes running down the car! I like a clean shiny car. The dark streaks are all around the car, wherever there is the smallest amount of black rubber. I wish I could attach pictures.
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Great seats, great car. Never put a foot wrong
Joe, 09/05/2019
2015 Nissan Altima 3.5 SL 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl CVT)
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Had this car for 50k miles. Reliable, awesome daily driver. Upsides: Fantastic seats, good highway passing power, great gas mileage(>30mpg @80+mph) Great reliability. Downsides: CVT doesn't make the best noise. Front wheel drive limits 0-30mph ability. OEM windshield was made of tracing paper and broke after a really minor gravel strike at 60mph. It's Colorado so we're used to replacing windshields, but this was a really light strike. Replacement windshield lasted far better than OEM. Overall solid car, would buy one again.
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Reliable car with good gas mileage
Cathy , 06/07/2020
updated 12/10/2020
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 SV 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The front seats sit very low. It gets excellent gas mileage and has a roomy trunk.
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With good car it will last
_, 07/04/2021
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
Well really any car will last with good care just like the Nissan Altima, I’ve had it for 5 years and it still runs brand new and looks new. Yes a few minor fixes but the engine still sounds new.
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Looking to sell a nice car
Dave, 01/10/2022
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Very comfortable ride for a big guy like me!! Highway miles to work in Illinois and back to Oshkosh,Wi).
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Nothing but recalls
Jim, 07/18/2022
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 0 people found this review helpful
The latest is for the headlamps. So dull you cannot drive the car at night. Have been waiting over 3 months for parts. Transmission making a whining sound. Next car will be a camery the best car ever owned
Excellent Vehicle
Stephanie Brune, 08/11/2022
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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The 2015 is my 4th Altima. Although I feel like the 2012 was a better built Altima, I can't complain about the car running great and it's dependable. However, the only concern I would have if deciding to purchase another is the compressors have all gone out within the first 15,000 miles, in ALL four of my Altima's. Excellent vehicle overall.
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New to me... But loving it!!
Linda Bohler , 11/16/2022
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Great gas milage!! 37 highway. 30 city. Handles well. I really like the Bluetooth phone! Roomy inside with a nice size trunk!
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Good looks with great performance
Rich, 01/18/2024
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I bought this SL new in 2015. It has a peppy 4 cyl, engine with a CVT transmission that averages 32 MPG. The ride is comfortable and the SL model has all the bells & whistles for 2015. One thing that needs improvement is the rear cross traffic warning. It offers one not very alarming beep that is easily missed. It’s a great looking car that is fun to drive that has given me zero issues in 8 years.
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Review at 112k Miles
Raymond , 07/12/2024
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 SV 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I purchased a 2015 Altima SV new. It now has 112k miles on it. Likes: The look, gas mileage, reliability, ease of accessing engine fluids, including oil. Dislikes: Road and wind noise, headlights are not bright at night, lack of cup holders, small screen and poor quality camera at night. But hey, it was 2015 and back up cameras and screens were fairly new.
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Solid ride
Seecor, 04/04/2025
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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These Altimas are great found a nice clean one here with lower miles...all my Altimas have been really dependable safe cars....fair price easy process at Rohrich Toyota
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Tranmission issues galore
Zeus, 04/16/2025
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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My family had bought Nissans with great success until this one. It was my first post-college purchase off a used lot at 81k miles. I figured it still had plenty of life left; boy was I wrong. At precisely 100k, the tranmission blew on the highway, and was going to cost nearly $7k to fix. I sold it to a mechanic and paid it off after that. Avoid at all costs. This car wasn't even included in the recall from a few years ago.
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Good car but outdated desigb
Maulik Shah, 04/03/2016
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 2 people found this review helpful
With beautiful interiors specially with mazdas and Hondas. Altima looks very stale design. No CarPlay too.
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Poor Radio Reception
TOM, 06/30/2016
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 SV 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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If you buy a 2016 Altima SV with the Navigation package be aware that the radio has terrible, non-existent reception in the upper AM frequencies. Nissan is aware of the problem and it affects ALL SV,s with the Navigation Radio, and they say that this is NORMAL for this car and they will not do anything about it. Nissan states that there is no other manufacturer for the radio that will fit into the SV and there is NO fix for the problem. Update: July 7 2016. Nissan is sending the Regional Tech Support to meet with me next week to listen to the radio and determine if there is anything that can be done to fix it.
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Nice Standard Car
Kris, 05/18/2016
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 3 people found this review helpful
I have a 2.5 S the sound sucks, you have to upgrade to a 3.5 SV if you want Bose speakers, no remote start, no sunroof. Its perfect if you just want a standard car that looks nice from the outside.
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Great car to drive, technology needs work.
Meg Morgan, 09/09/2015
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2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 SV 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
0 of 1 people found this review helpful
First off, great car to drive. Comfortable, great pickup, terrific gas mileage, looks good. On the downside, before you buy, make sure your phone will work with their hands-free text messaging. There are a lot of phones that DO NOT work with outgoing text messaging (which is really just a series of pre-scripted messages; there is no "talk-to-text" messaging), including the iPhone 6. They blame Apple but that certainly doesn't stop them from touting it as a great feature. I did get my incoming texts to work at first, sometimes, although if there is more than one that comes in, it would only read the first one to me, not any subsequent texts. Really annoying. Why bother? I'd also get the choices of "send text, read text or call back," through voice prompt. I'd say, "send text," to which it system responds, "text messaging is not available." So why is it offering it as a choice? Second issue is their blind spot assist. In my car, the driver's side works really well, but not the passenger side. It would work at lower speeds (say, under 60mph), but didn't even register cars on high-speed roads, which is when you really need to know that you're clear of a car you just passed. Took it in for service and they told me there was a laundry list of parameters that needed to be met in order for it to work (distance from other cars, speed, weather, other conditions), and they couldn't find anything wrong with the sensors. I think small blind-spot mirrors will be more helpful. Before you buy, search for forums on these problems. I didn't find them until after I purchased and had problems, so be sure to do your research. Thirdly, I had an issue with the radio. It would freeze up and disallow me from changing not only the radio station but also the source (i.e., from radio to CD, to Sirius, back to radio, etc). Dealership told me there was an update needed, which they performed (I'm wondering why they didn't do the update before I took possession of the car??), but since they did that, I now can't get my text messages, so another trip to them is in order. Long story short, when I spent this kind of money on a brand new car, I expected everything to work perfectly. Not an unreasonable expectation. It didn't The car is not performing in the specific areas for which I bought it. I most recently had a Honda Accord, which I really liked and that was another contender. I decided to change things up a bit and now wish I hadn't. I like driving the Altima, but those bells and whistles are really not what they should be. Nissan needs to do a lot of work to upgrade these poor performing areas.
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2015 Altima 2.5 S - squeaky brakes
Mary C, 04/26/2016
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2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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5/6/22 No squeeky brakes so far. I am good. New problem - i have realized Nissan is using rubber bolts under my hood and car to connect everything together. (maybe new procedures for all car dealers to keep car light) Every time i get it serviced they take them out and unk if put them ALL back in. Also, i look under the hood and check the car on the rack before i leave. I am continually missing about 20 rubber bolts. I guess they also come out while driving who knows. If you don't buy some and put them back in, your car will fall apart and giggle around. Car maker problem! 5/5/2021 No squeeky brakes so far. I think i am good. 11/5/2020 No squeeking so far. 5/5/2020 No squeeking so far. Thank you Jesus. 6/1/19 got 4 new "Brake Best" brakes, select ceramic (1-leaf symbol). 5 mos. Later no squeaking. 10/27/18 update - Brakes still squeak when cold. After car gets warmed up it's Ok. Have to live with squeaky brakes. Did more research, all brakes by law are being currently made w/copper material. All manufacturing companies are required to comply by a specific time line in order to meet Federal regulations. 4/27/16 update - Went to Nissan dealer in Gardena, CA this morning and spoke directly to the mechanic. He knows about brakes. They were nice enough to put my car up on the rack and take the back brakes off. Usually this is where most of the noise is coming from. I had my husband with me of course to really understand all this. My husband tape recorded the squeaky brake noise. Mechanic explained to me that everything looks good. Now regarding the squeaking noise when the car is cold, he said around 2013-14 Nissan was using brakes that had asbestos material in it. Per Federal regulations, Nissan stopped using this and switched it with copper material brakes. Lots of people are complaining about the squeaky brakes. They can lubricate the situation but it is only temporary. Unless you get squeaky brake noise on the street and everytime you brake, then this is another issue. My issue is only squeaky brake noise when the car is cold. I don't know if any other new cars 2015 on are having the same squeaky brake problem? Before I seriously think of trading my car in for a Camry, I might try later on to switch out the brakes with another better quality brand (not Nissan) and see how I like these. Dealer will only use Nissan brand. Purchased my 1st new 2015 Altima and after 10 months when brakes are cold they squeal loudly where ever you are. It is so loud everyone turns their head to see what car is making all that noise. Both in reverse and going forward. It sounds like you need new brakes but the car is only 10 months old. I had it checked by mechanic and they said they have received lots of complaints of squeaky brakes. Had the dirt blown out of them. Noise stopped for a few weeks but continues a year later. I was told some people have changed out their brakes but loud squeal noise continues. I am going to take it to a couple more places and get their opinion. If this noise does not stop, i may trade it in for a Toyota Camry. Very disappointed.
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Silver 2015
Mansfield Yancy, 12/30/2016
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 SL 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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I did own the silver 2015 Altima Sv model with 47,000 miles I never did have any problems great car and great service at Nissan of Athens they always took care of my needs I just treaded that car in and got a 2017 Altima great sale people but I alway deal with one D
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Almost like brand new just 21662 miles, won't last
Tammy, 03/31/2017
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 S 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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In perfect condition, lather intact super clean
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New 2015 Altima SV
The RAM, 12/09/2021
2015 Nissan Altima 2.5 SV 4dr Sedan (2.5L 4cyl CVT)
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Unreliable- The CVT transmission caused stalling, lack power while driving on the highway and going uphill. Fortunately, I purchased the car with extra warranty because the car started having problems on its 3rd year. There was a recall after that time but got it fixed under warranty. Now I have headlights problem. I have to use high beams to see the road even on a clear day. I changed the halogen bulbs twice and for the last time installed LED Kit hoping it would correct the problem. NOT!!! Sheehy Nissan said they will only replace the halogen bulbs but not the light fixture. A few months later, news came out for a class action lawsuit against Nissan Corporation due to the projector beams being defective, thus not enough light goes through it. I still haven't seen a recall at this time (Dec. 2021). Nissan wanted me to extend my VIP warranty for another 3 years for $380. I'm sure by that time the recall will come out and they have to fix it for free. I declined the extension and will wait for the recall. I tried to be a loyal customer but because of my experience with 2 Nissan purchases, I will no longer buy their vehicles at this point. So beware!!
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