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POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CVT

23 NHTSA complaints about power train:automatic transmission:internal:cvt issues across 4 makes and 11 models.

The power train:automatic transmission:internal:cvt is one of the standardized component categories NHTSA uses to classify consumer safety complaints. Across the public complaint database, it accounts for 23 filings from 4 manufacturers and 11 distinct vehicle models, a footprint large enough that defect engineers can isolate part-family patterns across different platforms that share the same supplier or the same federal motor vehicle safety standard.

Among filings citing this component, owners have reported 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 fatalities. The most complained-about vehicle in this category is the NISSAN ROGUE with 6 filings, followed by NISSAN ALTIMA and SUBARU OUTBACK. These severity counters are what separates a nuisance complaint trend from a pattern NHTSA is likely to escalate into a Preliminary Evaluation.

Component-level analysis is how the Office of Defects Investigation spots cross-manufacturer supplier issues — the same airbag inflator, the same takata-style ignition switch, the same brake hose material — before they become industry-wide recalls. When you see a single component accumulating large complaint volume across several unrelated nameplates, that is usually a signature of a shared supplier or a shared federal standard being stressed by real-world conditions. Use the affected-vehicles table below to see whether the pattern is concentrated on a handful of models or distributed evenly, and cross-reference each model's full recall and investigation history before drawing conclusions about any one nameplate.

23
Complaints
11
Models Affected
0
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Deaths

Most Affected Vehicles

# Vehicle Complaints
1 NISSAN ROGUE 6
2 NISSAN ALTIMA 3
3 SUBARU OUTBACK 2
4 SUBARU FORESTER 2
5 NISSAN VERSA 2
6 NISSAN PATHFINDER 2
7 NISSAN MURANO 2
8 SUBARU CROSSTREK 1
9 NISSAN SENTRA 1
10 MITSUBISHI OUTLANDER SPORT 1
11 INFINITI JX35 1

Recent Complaints

2016 NISSAN MURANO

The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Murano. The contact stated while making a right turn from a complete stop, the vehicle lost motive power and the steering wheel became difficult to steer. The contact wa

2013 NISSAN ROGUE

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission shuddered, and cause the vehicle to stall. The check engine warning light remained illum

2023 NISSAN ROGUE

The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the RPM increased quickly, but failed to maintain automotive power. The contact stated that the mes

2016 NISSAN VERSA

The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Versa. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate from a complete stop at a traffic light, the vehicle failed to respond. The contact turned off and restarte

2015 NISSAN ALTIMA

AUTOMAKER REFUSED TO COMPLY WITH THE CVT RECALL.

2017 NISSAN ALTIMA

The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was not functioning as intended. The contact stated that while depressing th

2015 NISSAN MURANO

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Murano. The contact stated that while parking the vehicle, she noticed an abnormal burning odor. The contact stated that the odor persisted. The vehicle was taken to the

2017 NISSAN ROGUE

The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving at approximately 35-50 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The Fire Department arrived and pushed the vehicle to the nearest high

2013 INFINITI JX35

The contact owns a 2013 Infiniti JX35. The contact stated while driving at various speeds and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle hesitated to respond. The check engine warning light was ill

2013 NISSAN VERSA

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Versa. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic; however, t

2017 NISSAN ROGUE

The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, she heard an abnormal noise under the hood before the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The ch

2014 NISSAN PATHFINDER

The contact's husband owns a 2014 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated during acceleration. Additionally, the steering wheel vibrated

2016 NISSAN ROGUE

The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made abnormal sounds and was shaking. The contact related the failure to a faulty CVT;

2016 NISSAN ALTIMA

The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated during acceleration while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The vehicle w

2015 NISSAN SENTRA

The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle made loud abnormal sounds and then lost motive power. The contact related the failure to a

2020 SUBARU OUTBACK

Transmission broke while vehicle was in motion. I was unable to move the vehicle any further and drifted to a complete stop in the middle of the roadway.

2021 SUBARU CROSSTREK

Transmission was about to fail. Car started making noise at low speeds in drive and reverse about 2-3 weeks ago, so I brought it in and mentioned the noise to the service advisor. There were no warnin

2017 SUBARU OUTBACK

while driving Transmission begins making a squeaking noise.. Rpms climb and car does not increase speed RPM climb with no movement. Until RPMs climb higher than normal. the car then launches forward.

2014 NISSAN ROGUE

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Rogue. The contact stated while driving 65 mph and attempting to change lanes, the accelerator pedal was depressed to the floor however, the vehicle failed to respond. T

2013 NISSAN PATHFINDER

The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the RPM’s revved up however, the vehicle failed to respond. There was no warning light illuminated. The

Frequently Asked Questions

How many complaints involve power train:automatic transmission:internal:cvt issues?
The NHTSA has received 23 complaints about power train:automatic transmission:internal:cvt problems across 11 vehicle models from 4 manufacturers.
How dangerous are power train:automatic transmission:internal:cvt defects?
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CVT issues have been linked to 0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, and 0 deaths according to NHTSA complaint data.
Which vehicles have the most power train:automatic transmission:internal:cvt problems?
The most complained-about vehicle for power train:automatic transmission:internal:cvt issues is the NISSAN ROGUE with 6 complaints.
Where does PlainCars get its safety data?
All vehicle safety data comes from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints database, which collects reports from vehicle owners about safety-related defects.

Data Sources

Vehicle complaint data from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints database. Includes consumer-reported safety issues filed with NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Severity counts cross-reference NHTSA FARS (Fatality Analysis Reporting System) for fatal incidents where a corresponding FARS record exists.

Component categories are standardized by NHTSA. Crash-test ratings where shown are drawn from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Complaint counts, crash reports, fire reports, and fatality data reflect consumer-submitted reports and may not represent all incidents.

Disclaimer: This data is for informational purposes only and should not be used as the sole basis for vehicle purchase decisions. NHTSA complaint data is self-reported by consumers and has not been verified or investigated. A high complaint count does not necessarily indicate a defect. Always consult a qualified mechanic and check official NHTSA recall notices before making safety-related decisions.

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