One problem related to engine crank/camshaft position sensor 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 owns a 2006 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle decelerated while the accelerator pedal was depressed at approximately 30mph. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the crankshaft position sensor and the camshaft was replaced however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed by the dealer that there was nothing that could be done. The contact was not made aware of the diagnoses. The contact was informed by the dealer of the NHTSA campaign number: 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacture was notified of the failure and the contact was provided a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 209,000. The VIN was unavailable.