Transmission shudders, slips or shifts hard

What got replaced

Owners who name the part that was replaced mention the transmission (7 reports).

Recalls and investigations

No recall on the transmission and drivetrain covers the 2016 model year as of Sep 9, 2026.

What owners paid

18 of the 85 reports quote a price. Each dot is one quote. The middle half runs $400 to $4,000.

When it happens

The middle half of failures fell between 54,000 and 89,228 miles, from the 67 reports that gave a mileage.

What owners wrote

“The transmission started slipping at 70,000 miles on the Altima, even after getting a preventative transmission service at 30,000 miles. A mechanic revealed a judder code, which means the transmission will stop working within weeks. A repair would cost more than the car is worth. My wife could have been stranded in traffic. This is unacceptable. No warning lights appeared on the dash.”

Filed Sep 30, 2025 · 70,000 miles

“2016 Altima 66,700 miles At a light, when push the accelerator my car hesitates for about 4 seconds. Then it slowly gains power. This is an accident waiting to happen. 2016 Altima needs a recall. I see multiple complaints on the internet as well.”

Filed Jun 30, 2024 · 66,700 miles

“I’m starting to experience issues with the CTV transmission. I’m experiencing jerking and stalling while driving on a busy highway with cars traveling 55mph or more. It is extremely dangerous driving when these things occur when cars are traveling at those speeds and the vehicle hesitate without warning.”

Filed Apr 28, 2023

“Transmission failing. Will not take off from stand still, then jerks and goes after revving. Jerks badly and shudders when accelerating, then refuses to accelerate to highway speeds over 55mph.”

Filed Oct 25, 2022

Other problems on this car

• Airbag warning light or recall 70 reports
• Engine stalls or loses power while driving 61 reports
• Transmission fails or needs replacement 40 reports
• Headlights too dim or fail 37 reports