How long does a transmission last?

It’s a simple question, but one that’s necessary for all drivers: what is a transmission? Learn more about this essential component of your vehicle and how it works with your engine to make sure your car is running at its best.

Nissan has a long history of defective transmissions, so it’s important to keep room in the budget for potential repair or replacement costs.

Consumer Reports recently released a list of cars that are at higher risk of having transmission problems. Unfortunately for Nissan, five of its models made the list.