P0826 on NISSAN ALTIMA — Up and Down Shift Switch Circuit

Q: "What does P0826 mean on a NISSAN ALTIMA?"

"P0826 indicates: Up and Down Shift Switch Circuit. This is a transmission code. 2 NISSAN ALTIMA owners have reported this to NHTSA."

Q: "What are the most common causes of P0826 on NISSAN ALTIMA?"

"Based on 2 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Power Train,Vehicle Speed Control. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints."

Q: "Is P0826 serious on my NISSAN ALTIMA?"

"Of 2 NHTSA reports for this code on NISSAN ALTIMA, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic."

Q: "What should I do if my NISSAN ALTIMA shows P0826?"

"1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare."

What P0826 Means on Your NISSAN ALTIMA

P0826 is a diagnostic trouble code indicating: Up and Down Shift Switch Circuit. This code relates to the transmission system. The vehicle's computer detected a condition outside normal operating parameters and stored this code.

2 NISSAN ALTIMA owners have reported this issue to NHTSA across model years 2011-2012. Most reports come from the 2011, 2012 model years. The most commonly reported component is Power Train (50.0% of reports).

Real NISSAN ALTIMA Owner Reports

Source: NHTSA Complaints Database

"My 2011 nissan altima has less than 53,000 miles, for the past several months i keep getting a check engine light that comes on and then goes away after about a week."

— 2011 NISSAN ALTIMA owner · POWER TRAIN · Filed 03/04/2018

"Three hours into my drive, i was going about 70 mph and noticed my car started to slow down and was making a noise. i pulled over, got out, checked my power steering fluid. it was fine so i drove off and as i was entering the freeway, i noticed the car wasn't picking up speed again."

— 2012 NISSAN ALTIMA owner · POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL · Filed 11/20/2020

All reports filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

📊 Complaint Trend by Model Year

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Common Causes on NISSAN ALTIMA

Based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

POWER TRAIN 50%

POWER TRAIN,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 50%

What To Do Next

1
Check for recalls on YOUR VIN
Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. If your vehicle is covered, repairs are free.
2
Get a proper diagnosis
A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50–$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.
3
Compare repair quotes
Get 2–3 quotes. Dealer vs. independent shop prices often differ 30–50% for the same repair.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does P0826 mean on a NISSAN ALTIMA? ▾

P0826 indicates: Up and Down Shift Switch Circuit. This is a transmission code. 2 NISSAN ALTIMA owners have reported this to NHTSA.

What are the most common causes of P0826 on NISSAN ALTIMA? ▾

Based on 2 NHTSA reports, the most commonly cited components are: Power Train, Power Train,Vehicle Speed Control. These percentages are based on the component field in owner complaints.

Is P0826 serious on my NISSAN ALTIMA? ▾

Of 2 NHTSA reports for this code on NISSAN ALTIMA, none involved a crash or fire. However, any diagnostic code should be evaluated by a qualified mechanic.

What should I do if my NISSAN ALTIMA shows P0826? ▾

1) Check for recalls on your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 2) Get a professional diagnosis — a code alone doesn't identify the exact failed part. 3) Get 2-3 repair estimates to compare.

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