CVT Class Action Affected Vehicles [2026]: Nissan, Jatco, Honda CVT Settlements

Why CVTs Fail

Most CVT failures trace to (1) torque converter shudder from overheated transmission fluid, (2) chain or belt wear from extended fluid intervals, and (3) valve body solenoid wear. Failures present as judder, slipping, surging RPM without acceleration, or refusal to engage Drive.

CVT Class Action Coverage by Manufacturer

Manufacturer	Affected Models	Years	Class Remedy	Severity
Nissan (Jatco)	Altima, Sentra, Versa, Maxima, Pathfinder, Rogue, Murano, Cube, Juke	2013-2018	Extended warranty to 84 months / 84,000 miles + reimbursement	High
Infiniti (Jatco)	QX60, JX35	2013-2018	Same as Nissan settlement	High
Honda	Civic (1.5T)	2016-2017	TSB software update; some warranty goodwill	Medium
Subaru	Outback, Legacy, Forester, Impreza, Crosstrek	2014-2018	Extended warranty to 10 years / 100,000 miles via class settlement	High
Jeep (FCA)	Compass, Patriot	2012-2016	Extended warranty + reimbursement via class settlement	High
Mitsubishi	Outlander Sport, Lancer	2014-2018	Extended warranty; smaller settlements	Medium subjective
Toyota	Corolla (CVT, K310)	2014-2019	No class action; few systemic issues reported	Low

Data sourced from NHTSA recall database (nhtsa.gov/recalls). Always verify with your VIN before purchase or repair.

How to Check Your VIN for Open Recalls

Recalls are tied to specific VINs, not just model years. Run yours through these free tools before you buy, sell, or schedule a repair:

NHTSA VIN Lookup - nhtsa.gov/recalls. Enter your 17-character VIN; shows every open federal safety recall.
Manufacturer site - Honda, Toyota, Ford, GM, Hyundai, Kia, Stellantis, and Nissan all run their own recall portals. These sometimes list service campaigns and TSBs that NHTSA does not.
Dealer service department - Open recall work is free for the life of the vehicle. No appointment fee, no parts fee.

Use our free VIN decoder to pull build info, or run a free AI diagnosis if you already have symptoms.

Class Actions & Legal References

Major CVT class action references:

Falk v. Nissan North America (N.D. Cal.) - original Nissan CVT class settlement.
In re Nissan North America CVT Litigation - consolidated settlement covering Altima, Sentra, Versa, Rogue, Pathfinder; provided 84-month/84,000-mile powertrain warranty extension.
Stewart v. Subaru of America - Subaru CVT class action; settlement included 10-year/100,000-mile warranty extension.
Velasco v. Chrysler Group LLC - Jeep Compass/Patriot CVT litigation.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is my Nissan CVT still covered under the class settlement?

Only if you are within 84 months from in-service date and under 84,000 miles. Outside that window, repair is at your expense.

How long do Nissan CVTs last?

2013-2016 Jatco CVTs often fail between 70,000 and 130,000 miles. Later models with revised valve bodies and improved fluid are more durable.

Are Honda and Toyota CVTs as bad as Nissan's?

No. Modern Honda CVT (2017+) and Toyota Direct Shift CVT have far lower failure rates. The Civic 1.5T had some early TSBs but not a Jatco-scale crisis.

Can I prevent CVT failure with more frequent fluid changes?

It helps. Most factory specs call for fluid service every 30,000-60,000 miles. Severe duty (towing, hot climates) should be on the short end.

How much does a CVT replacement cost?

$3,500-$5,500 for most front-wheel-drive sedans; up to $7,000 for SUVs.

Is the Subaru CVT extended warranty automatic?

Yes, on covered VINs. Bring documentation to any Subaru dealer; coverage runs 10 years / 100,000 miles from in-service date.

CVT Class Action Affected Vehicles: Nissan, Honda, Subaru, Jeep