1997 Nissan Altima Nissan Altima 1997

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1997 Nissan Altima repairs by problem area

Engine (23%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (38%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (23%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (0%)

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1997 Nissan Altima suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (80%)

< $100 (20%)

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Chart based on 5 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

1997 Nissan Altima 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

178000 mi

US $140
passenger side lower ball joint was worn out and replaced 
187000 mi

US $150
Bad Ball joint was replaced 6 months ago as part of regular maintenance. However, new part was defective and needed to be replaced again. The newest part also turned out to be defective. I'm going to be switching to another brand. 
199500 mi

US $100
ball joint 
214000 mi Struts were just completely worn out and creaky. 
215200 mi

US $300
Sway bar end links were toast in the rear... probably because of the salt and age. New links on and ready to go another 200k miles. 

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1997 Nissan Altima Suspension Problems

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