Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe problems of the 2000 Nissan Altima

My 2000 Nissan Altima idles rough and the engine shakes. My mechanic ran a diagnostic test and said cylinder 4 was misfiring and the only way to correct it was to change the intake manifold gasket. The price: $1500. This seems to be a common problem because I see the same complaints from 98-01 Altima owners. The mechanic, said this was common problem with these cars. He also said changing the gasket will fix the problem. Why isn't Nissan forced to recall this issue? someone needs to do their job and look at this issue.

The contact owns a 2000 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the intake manifold failed after 30,000 miles. The intake manifold was replaced April 2007. The failure recurred three years later. The dealer repaired the intake manifold again at the contacts expense. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 30,000 and the current was 91,351.

The contact owns a 2000 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that when stopping, the vehicle shook and made a vibrating sound. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the intake manifold needed to be replaced. The intake manifold had previously been replaced three years prior to the failure. The dealer stated that vacuum pressure caused the manifold to malfunction. The failure mileage was approximately 89,500.

The contact owns a 2000 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while sitting idle at a traffic stop the vehicle began to vibrate excessively. The dealer advised the intake manifold gasket would need to be replaced. There were no recalls for the failure. The contact believed odi number 10145161(engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe) is the same as his failure. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000 and the current was 81,000.

2000 Nissan Altima, car idles roughly and violently shakes as if it were about to stall causing the car to jerk even with the brakes on. The car has become so beat-up by this, it no longer has any power to it. Research shows this is the intake manifold gasket averaging 800 dollars in repair. Because I do not have this money, I can't fix my car meaning I can't get to class, nor get to work to make money. . Read more...

I have a 2000 Nissan Altima that has over 100,000 miles on it that jerks and shakes due to a problem with the number 4 cylinder. Have had several diagnostics checks done and have replaced all external parts that would cause the number 4 cylinder to not fire correctly and believe that it is probably the intake manifold gasket. This is very dangerous because it causes the car to stall.

My 2000 Nissan Altima idles rough and sounds like the engine is coughing. My mechanic ran a diagnostic test and said cylinder 4 was misfiring and the only way to correct it was to change the intake manifold gasket. The price: $1200. This seems to be a common problem because I see the same complaints from 98-01 Altima owners. The mechanic, who works for Nissan, said this was common problem with these cars. He also said changing the gasket will fix the problem but the gasket will leak again after about a year or so. Why isn't Nissan forced to recall this issue? someone needs to do their job and look at this issue.

Service engine light on 2000 Altima gxe . Cylinder #4 mis-fire. Intake manifold gasket same as issue #'s : #10167168 #10145161 #10100639 #10163901.

At 90k miles, the engine is louder and vibrates during acceleration and when stopping at a red light. There is motor oil constantly leaking from the manifold gasket. All spark plugs were replaced and oil changed, but this didn't help. It is most likely the intake manifold gasket or some other gasket under the manifold cover.

Car started running rough and shaking at idle. Was concerned car could stall out in an intersection. Took to shop, vehicle was diagnosed to have a faulty intake manifold gasket. After doing research, I discovered this is a common problem with this vehicle (2000 Nissan Altima). Gasket is being replaced. Part is relatively inexpensive, but repair is labor intensive running hundreds of dollars. This should be a recall as it is such a widespread problem among Altima owners.

Intake manifold gasket is being replaced for the second time on my 2000 Nissan Altima. The first time was around 60,000 miles, this time around 110,000. The first time I got it repaired by a Nissan dealership. This time I went to an independent mechanic since Nissan wanted $97 to diagnose the problem. After doing a search on the internet I found that this is a common problem caused by a defect in the way it was built. If that's the case then why hasn't there been a recall? their mistake is costing me alot of money.

At 46,000 miles the car began shaking and stalling at low speeds, then the check engine light came on. We took it to the Nissan dealership and we were told it was the intake manifold gasket & it was repaired. Now 25,000 miles later the same problem is occurring and again it is due to the intake manifold gasket failing. We have estimates to repair it ranging from $600-$1,000. 00. The Nissan dealership who recently repaired it will not stand behind their product. This is a defective part, there is no way that gasket should fail in 25,000 miles. I have talked to a service manager at a local Nissan dealership(not the one who repaired it the first time) and he said there is no way that part should fail in 25,000 miles and stated it should last at least 60,000 miles. This will be the third intake manifold gasket that has been put on this vehicle. The service shop who gave us the estimate said the gasket is falling apart like pieces of an eggshell. This should be recalled because I have found many documented cases of this exact same problem with the Nissan Altima.

Car would idle very rough and nearly die intake manifold gasket had to be replaced ($900. 00).

Have a 2000 Nissan Altima gle that is running poorly at idle and will stall. Spent 450 dollars on tune up parts to find out later that it is the manifold gasket. Was told all Nissan Altimas are experiencing issues of same nature in the 1999-2000 model and that they are prematurely failing and that Nissan is aware of problem and is refusing to recall the vehicles t fix them. Estimated repair 800. 00-1000. 00 dollars.

Intake manifold gasket failure causing idle to fluctuate, intermittent stalling 2000 Altima with 57000 miles, this is a manufacturing defect due to the egr pipe running to close to cylinder 4 area of the manifold. This is happening to all Altimas 1998-2001. Nissan should repair as recall, this could cause accidents due to stalling. This should be investigated.

2000 Nissan-altima intake manifold gasket has failed at 44500 miles. Repairs are est. At $850. 00. According to the Nissan advisor the lifetime of the gasket should exceed 100000 miles. Nissan has a program to correct any unusual defects after the warranty is expired but they refuse to honor their agreement.

The contact owns a 2000 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the intake manifold gasket was replaced once. The mechanic recommended that the part be replaced again because it can become a danger and cause the vehicle to stall. The vehicle has experienced recent failures. The contact will not have the component replaced at this time. The manufacturer stated that they were aware of the defect, but could not offer any assistance. The current mileage is 57,900 and failure mileage was 32,223. Updated 02/15/08. The consumer stated the problem has resurfaced again, but it has not been fixed.

On 6/11/05 the intake manifold gasket failed as evidenced by the check engine light turning on and diagnosis by a Nissan dealership in southern California. The failure had no consequences as I had the gasket replaced immediately; however, the part is not available. The same exact problem has resurfaced as of 12/27/07 and Nissan corporation is not willing to help fix this problem in any shape or form. At this point, I have decided to not fix the problem and keep driving the vehicle until the condition deteriorates much further. From I am told this could cause the engine to stall, which is a definite safety issue since I can be rear ended in the event it does.

Normal driving he intake manifold gasket failed. He vehicle is running poorly, poor gas mileage.

Consumers stated that car cuts off when engine gets hot. Please provide additional information. Ph.

2000 Nissan Altima gasket manifold intake the consumer stated he first discovered a problem when he took off the intake manifold and checked the condition of the gasket. The side with the leak was at cylinder 4. It was hard and brittle and could crack and snap very easily. The closer the gasket was to the number 1 cylinder it remained more pliable and would have more flex instead of just cracking like hard plastic. Obviously, the gasket seemed to hold up better when it was closer to the cylinder 1 because it was cooler there. The consumer believed the gasket was being exposed to more heat than it was designed to withstand.