One problem related to battery has been reported for the 2006 Nissan Altima. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Nissan Altima based on all problems reported for the 2006 Altima.
: the contact stated when the ignition was turned, there was a loud bang from the front end of the vehicle. Afterwards, smoke came from the front end, below the driver side window, and brief flames erupted from under the hood. The vehicle hood was opened to reveal the battery had exploded. The vehicle was towed to a service dealer, where the dealer tested and replaced the battery. There was no determination made as to the cause of the explosion.