Two problems related to rear suspension have been reported for the 2005 Nissan Altima. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2005 Nissan Altima based on all problems reported for the 2005 Altima.
Back passenger control bar (2 rods) broke at the weld while driving and caused my car to spin out of control, causing damage to the tire, and the rear housing. I had my car towed to a Nissan dealership, this was the poorest customer service ever, I was then told it would not be covered under either warranty that I carry. I was told to turn it over to my insurance company. I feel that Nissan is not taking responsibility for something that was a manufacturers problem. This same part has a recall in other states, just not florida? how is this possible? I have been told because of weather conditions, how many excuses can they get away with? florida does and will always have weather conditions! I have owned 4 cars, 3 of them being Nissan. I guess this says that I'm loyal and there not! I feel like it doesn't pay to be a Nissan customer. I have never been so upset and disappointed with Nissan. My car is now at a second Nissan dealership and I have to say customer service is no better there. I feel I have been taken for a ride. I believe all there in for is a sell! it doesn't pay to purchase the warranty, it's a sell and nothing more!.
The quality of the rear suspension on the 2005 Altima is poor. The back end of the car sags a lot with only one passenger in the back seat. When I have more then one passenger in the rear, the exhaust bangs on the pavement when pulling out of my driveway or parking lots. I've noticed this on all 2005 Altimas.