One problem related to check engine light on has been reported for the 2001 Nissan Altima. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Nissan Altima based on all problems reported for the 2001 Altima.
Like many others, my 2001 Nissan Altima with only 57,000 miles on it displayed a check engine soon light. This occurred while my wife was idling at a traffic light. It is not a failure but if not corrected could crack the engine block. The error code crossed to a misfire in cylinder #4. I have found an inordinate number of folks with the same problem with their 2000 Nissan Altima. Our warranty has expired and I was quoted $920 to fix this problem which appears to be the result of poor engineering design or mediocre materials used for the gasket. . Read more...