Engine Oil Leaking problems of the 2007 Nissan Altima

Tl the contact owns a 2007 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the vehicle had two dry rotted tires and there was an oil leak. The vehicle also failed the emissions test. Dal motors (3915 covington hwy, decatur, georgia 30032, 678-705-9350) showed the contact the emissions papers, which indicated that the vehicle passed; however, it was discovered that the vehicle had not been tested. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The contact filed a claim with the federal trade commission. The failure mileage was unknown.

My complaint is for oil leak and electrical system problem. 1 year after purchasing my 2007 Nissan Altima, I took it for oil change were they stated we think there might be a leak somewhere. 3 months later I took the car for another oil change and all of a sudden it was a major oil leak. This just one incident and I have read several complaint forum where people are having the same problem and some resulted in there cars catching on fire. Then on approximately April 22, 2015 I was driving my vehicle and it randomly shut off, none the car would start, the key entry wouldn't work, the radio would come on and the heating/air unit would work nor would the truck open and actually the truck stopped opening a month before the car shut off while I was driving. Nissan refuses to fix any of these problems and I really feel that they should fix this problem since it is a multitude of cars with this same problem. Also, my car has been sitting since April 22, 2015 down the street from my home.

First, no problems but at regular oil maintenance, they said we had an oil leak. Had it fixed. Engine started stalling. No warning lights. Said had an oil leak of some kind. Fixed it again (so we thought). Happened again two months later - car started stalling. Engine light came on that time. Towed it Nissan. Said had an oil leak. Fixed it (again we thought). Two months later riding down road at low speed, car caught on fire. Got it put out before engulfed because of a gentleman passing by had a cooler full of water. Engine is now totally no good and have another year to pay on this car.

Pulled off the highway and merged into a left hand turn lane. When I came to a stop I noticed black smoke coming from the engine block. My car then caught fire and it was later totaled by the insurance company. The previous day I had my car serviced at a Nissan dealership. They changed my oil/filter and changed a part that was recalled (dealing with leaking brake fluids). . . . Coincidence (sarcasm meant)???.

Sunday October 2, 2011 my car began leaking oil un-expectedly. Immediately my car was taken to a mechanic where he diagnosed that the oil cooler was leaking and needed to be replaced. I was advised not to drive my car as it was losing too much oil. I contacted coggin Nissan at the avenues (904-880-3000), spoke with [xxx] in the parts department, I explained what was happening with my vehicle and he informed me that he has seen quite a few cars the same make and model as mine with the same exact issue. I strongly feel there is a defect in this part since so many cars like mine are having the same problem. I feel this issue should become part of a recall and Nissan should reimburse me for the price of the part. Up until now I have been very happy with my Nissan. I really appreciate you looking into this matter for me. This has caused me a great deal of stress and money I do not have as I am a single mother with a young child to support. Thank you. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Altima. The contact stated the vehicle was taken for a routine oil change. The contact noticed oil leaking from the vehicle following service. The dealer advised that the oil cooler assembly would need to be replaced. The oil cooler assembly was replaced at the owner's expense. The failure mileage was 62,108 and the current mileage was 62,300. Updated 11/19/10 updated 11/23/jb.