The Nissan CVT class action lawsuit settlement requires class members to submit a valid claim form by March 22, 2022, or 30 days following their qualifying transmission repair, whichever is later, in order to be eligible for repair compensation.
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Nissan covers transmission issues, right?
Nissan CVT Compensation Nissan will give owners or lessees who had to pay for transmission assembly or control unit repairs out of pocket after their warranty has run out a cash compensation. The full amount paid will be returned if a Nissan dealer handled the replacement or repair.
Is the Nissan CVT transmission the subject of a class action lawsuit?
Nissan North America, Inc. (“NNA”) has settled a class action lawsuit concerning the continuously variable transmissions (“CVTs”) in the 2014–2018 Nissan Rogue, 2015–2018 Nissan Pathfinder, and 2015–2018 Infiniti QX60 vehicles (“Class Vehicles). NNA disputes that it did anything wrong. The Court did not decide in either party’s favor.
The Court heard the Final Fairness Hearing in this matter on March 21, 2022. On March 23, 2022, the Court issued a formal order approving the proposed class action settlement. This page contains the Order. A warranty extension will go into effect on June 1st, 2022, and the Settlement took effect on May 23rd, 2022. Future developments will be updated on this webpage.
If you bought or leased a CVT-equipped Nissan Rogue, Nissan Pathfinder, or Infiniti QX60 between the model years 2014 and 2018 in the United States or one of its territories, including Puerto Rico, you are a Class Member and a party to the Settlement. This page includes a description of the Settlement’s main advantages, significant dates, and your rights and choices. The Notice contains further information on the Settlement as well as your rights and choices.
Deadline for Claims: (March 22, 2022, or 30 days after a qualifying transmission repair, whichever is later)
For a period of twenty-four (24) months or twenty-four thousand (24,000) miles, whichever comes first (the “Warranty Extension”), Nissan will extend the terms of the New Vehicle Limited Warranty for the transmission assembly (including the valve body and torque converter) and automatic transmission control unit (“ATCU”) in all Class Vehicles as follows:
Model years 2014–2018 Nissan Pathfinder models from 2015 through 2018 and the Nissan Rogue:
- The initial period of coverage, which was 60 months or 60,000 miles, will now last 84 months or 84,000 miles, whichever comes first.
Vehicles from the Infiniti QX60 model years 2015–2018:
- The initial warranty period of 72 months or 70,000 miles will be increased to 96 months or 94,000 miles, whichever occurs first.
The terms and conditions of the original New Vehicle Limited Warranty that apply to the Class Vehicle will govern the Warranty Extension.
Starting on June 1, 2022, dealers will be allowed to perform essential warranty repairs under the Warranty Extension.
Is the Nissan Rogue the subject of a class action lawsuit?
Nissan North America and customers of certain Nissan cars with faulty continuously variable gearboxes have achieved a class action settlement (CVTs).
According to the most recent case, the Japanese carmaker purposely sold cars with faulty CVT transmissions. Nissan entered into a deal to address some accusations of defective transmissions in which it agreed to pay approximately $277 million. The 2022 Nissan CVT settlement covers the following Nissan models:
- Infiniti QX60, 2015–2018
- Nissan Rogue, 2014–2018
- Nissan Pathfinder, 2015–2018
In the most recent class action case against Nissan that was settled, it was claimed that a number of the automaker’s vehicles had defective CVTs. According to a number of drivers, their vehicles’ transmission and other lemon problems started in as low as 20,000 miles.
Three distinct class action lawsuits were resolved with Nissan North America in 2020. Similar allegations, namely that the manufacturer knowingly sold automobiles with defective CVT transmission systems, served as the basis for these lawsuits.
All three of the earlier claims, which involved the following Nissan vehicles, resulted in class action settlements.
- Nissan Versa Note, 2014–2017
- Sentra, Nissan, 2013–2017
- Nissan Juke, 2013–2017
- Altima, Nissan, 2013–2016
- Versa 2012–2017 Nissan
Is the Nissan Rogue CVT transmission subject to a recall?
There may have been a few CVT-related recalls for specific Altima, Rogue, and NV200 model years, but none of these recalls appear to be related to the cooling system issue mentioned above.
Prior recalls were made in response to “drivability issues and a design flaw that allowed the vehicles to shift when the brake wasn’t applied. Free software updates, torque converter replacements, and new shifter assembly installations were made available to affected drivers.
By entering your VIN number on this page, you may find out if Nissan has issued a recall for your particular vehicle. Your registration or insurance card, as well as your dashboard or driver’s side door, may all have the VIN number for your vehicle.
How does the Nissan CVT, Continuously Variable Transmission work?
Based on data received from the computer program inside the car, this sort of gearbox operates by using a pulley system to automatically switch between gear ratios. According to the requirements of the vehicle, the space between the pulleys is continually changing. While one pulley transmits power to the wheels, the other connects the transmission to the engine.
Will Nissan fix or replace my Transmission?
Usually, Nissan will repair or replace a transmission; whether there is a fee for the repair or replacement is another matter. Nissan should replace or fix your transmission for free if it is still covered by the manufacturer’s powertrain warranty (5 years, 60,000 miles) or an extended CVT warranty from the manufacturer (10 years, 120,000 miles). In that case, Nissan would still repair or replace the transmission, but at a cost to you.
How much is a Nissan Transmission?
A Nissan transmission normally costs between $1,500 and $4,000, depending on the year, make, and model of your car as well as the kind of CVT you have.
Can Nissan Transmission be repaired or rebuilt?
Although a Nissan transmission is capable of being fixed or rebuilt, doing so may not be worthwhile if the problem appears to be with the car’s transmission cooler.
Who makes the Nissan CVT Transmission?
JATCO, The Japanese Automatic Transmission Company, is the producer of Nissan’s CVT gearboxes. The Vehicle Manufacturer owns almost 75% of JATCO, and the two of them work as a formidable power couple.
Is My Nissan a Lemon?
For the faults with its CVT transmissions, many customers have filed lemon law claims. Your Nissan might be a lemon if you’ve taken it to an authorized Nissan maintenance dealership for repairs on multiple occasions. You can be eligible for a refund as well as the payment of your legal fees and costs if your Nissan is a lemon.
What steps is Nissan doing to address CVT transmission issues?
- Nissan increased the warranty from five years or 60,000 miles to ten years or one20,000 miles on some of these cars with CVT transmissions. Repairs, replacements, and towing for problems with the continuously variable transmission are all covered by the extension. Owners of vehicles must bring their Nissan to a dealership for repairs in order for the warranty to be effective.
- Nissan automobiles frequently experience CVT problems. The feature, also referred to as a continuously variable gearbox, was created to make gear changes more smoothly so as to improve vehicle performance. The transmission was available for numerous Nissan car models between 2012 and 2018, including the Sentra, Versa, Versa Note, Altima, Rogue, and Murano.
- The transmission is directly responsible for some of the most prevalent car problems. Power loss, transmission jerking, transmission slippage, leaks and failures in the CVT coolant hose, and the appearance of a CVT error message are among the reported problems. These issues raise doubts about the Nissan CVT transmission’s dependability and pose a major risk to careless drivers.
CONSEQUENCE:
- Transmission judder, comprising shaking, shudder, and vibration is the topic of this service bulletin. Date of the Service Bulletin: April 1, 2016 Components: Transmission Nissan Altima and Nissan Rogue models from 2013 to 2016 are affected.
Nissan’s CVT issues—were they resolved?
According to The Car Guide, an expert contacted by the Automobile Protection Association (APA) asserted that technological adjustments made by Nissan in 2020 most likely resolved issues with the CVT.
We don’t yet know with certainty what those technological adjustments were. But critics have been praising the new 2022 Sentra, awarding it Best New Small Car Under $30,000 by Consumer Reports. This recognition would suggest that Nissan has solved its CVT issues.
This only applies to newer Sentra models made after 2020, though. Nissan may offer tailored extended transmission warranties for older cars on particular models and years with the CVT. Nissan provided a 10-year/120,000-mile guarantee, which is twice as long as the industry standard, for CVTs made between 2003 and 2010 (Automotive Addicts). Nissan’s Warranty page does not yet mention models manufactured between 2011 and 2017 as potentially being eligible for extended warranty coverage.
We advise contacting your neighborhood Nissan dealer for precise warranty information if you currently own a Nissan with a CVT manufactured between 2011 and 2019.
When did the transmission issues start with Nissan Rogues?
Due to the many problems with this model year, the 2013 Nissan Rogue warrants its own heading. Customers have voiced complaints regarding electrical problems, body/paint problems, transmission failures, and problems with engine acceleration.
Customer grievance
I purchased this vehicle in March 2016. The transmission stopped working in October 2016. Fortunately, everything was still covered by the warranty, so even though it cost $4,500, I only had to pay $450. It was covered by a 12-month or 12,000-mile warranty. Its transmission failed once more almost three years later, but this time it isn’t covered by warranty. How is it possible for a six-year-old car to already be on its third transmission? It’s absurd how much money I’ve had to spend fixing this car.
Cost of Repair: Depending on the problem your 2013 Nissan Rogue has, repairs could run you anywhere from $100 to $4,500.
CVT Transmission Trouble 101
Let’s start by discussing the CVT overview. Continuously Variable Transmission is what it stands for. Once activated, it operates similarly to a conventional automatic transmission, requiring no further intervention from the driver. But the CVT has no gears. It operates with a dual pulley system. A smoother transition between lower and higher speeds as well as improved fuel efficiency are the goals of this more recent transmission. Although this makes sense in theory, there have been some issues with Nissan applications. The problems were typically reported between 2012/2013 and 2018. When Nissan first started utilizing this transmission in 2003 and during the generation of CVTs from 2007 to 2012, there were a few issues. The Murano, Sentra, Altima, Rogue, Versa, and Versa Note are specific models.
Although anything might go wrong for any manufacturer, Nissan’s issue is most likely the result of overheating. Failure to adequately cool the transmission might hasten the deterioration of the transmission. Additionally, for these specific models, the automobile detects heat distress and lowers its RPMs to prevent damage, which naturally affects horsepower. Nissan’s extended warranty may be useful for a while if your vehicle is affected and/or recalled. Transmission coverage was extended for some vehicles from 5 years/60,000 miles to 10 years/120,000 miles. Nevertheless, the warranty will eventually expire, and you might discover that your car needs, which