Table 1 shows five common power train related problems of the 2001 Nissan Altima. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the automatic transmission park/neutral start switch (two problems).
My 2001 Nissan Altima, with approx 89000 miles, has started experiencing engine failure at cruising speeds (50-70 mph) on the freeway. It is intermittent with no apparent warning. First, all guages, including gas, temperature, rpm and odometer, fall to zero. Read details...
On several occasions the shift assembly would stick in the park position, mechanic replaced shifter and stated that liquid or juice caused interlock release to stick, consumer investigated and found a faulty solenoid. Read details...
When shifting vehicle into 5th gear, grinding noise is heard. Vehicle only has 900 miles. Dealer indicated that transmission needed to be adjusted. Read details...