Table 1 shows eight common gasoline fuel system related problems of the 1998 Nissan Altima. The number one most common problem is related to the tank assembly (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the fuel delivery (four problems).
1998 Nissan Altima developed problems with the check engine light illuminated, problems with the gas tank, and the oxygen sensor needed to be replaced. When the consumer attempted to fill the tank, gas would spill out. Read details...
Gas spills back out of tank when putting gas in tank. Have to fill tank very slowly. Was told that the evaporator control valve is problematic in Altima from 1997. This has resulted in the engine light coming on. Read details...
Vehicle caught on fire after it had been parked for more than 8 hours. Owner contacted the manufacturer and nothing was done. Read details...