Engine Cooling System Problems of Nissan Altima - part 2

Nissan Altima owners have reported 255 problems related to engine cooling system (under the engine and engine cooling category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Nissan Altima based on all problems reported for the Altima.

36 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2006 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 04/29/2012

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Altima. While driving approximately 5 mph, the engine stalled with the illumination of the warning indicator. The vehicle restarted and resumed normally. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and they stated that the crank shaft sensor would need to be replaced. There was a recall related to the defect under NHTSA campaign id number 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling). The VIN was not included in the recall and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 82,700.

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37 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2005 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 04/12/2012

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Altima. The contact was driving approximately 45 mph when the engine stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to be restarted after several moments. The failure recurred intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who advised the contact that the malfunction was contributed to the crank shaft position sensor. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling) but was advised that the VIN was not included in the recall campaign. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 78,000.

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38 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2005 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 04/10/2012

Make: Nissan model: Altima model year(s): 2005 NHTSA campaign id number : 07v527000 component: engine and engine cooling my car started having problems and it would not pass inspection because of the engine light alert. The reason was due to the crankshafts which I replaced but kept having the problem. The mechanic suggest to look up any outstanding recalls and I found the above campaign which describes my problem exactly. All I need to do is take it to the dealer to reprogram the ecm. The dealers states that my car is not part of the recall and want to charge to get it reprogram. Why should I pay for a manufacture defect when there is an outstanding recall on this problem. The cars has no other problems and the only reason why it won't pass inspection is because of the problem described above. I don't see why this should be and I need a recall notice to take to the dealer to get the car ecm programmed. Or do I have to be involved in accident before the problem can be corrected. Thank you.

39 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2005 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 04/03/2012

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Altima. While driving approximately 40 mph the vehicle stalled and the entire instrument panel was illuminated. The vehicle restarted and the contact was able to resume driving. The failure occurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. The vehicle was being diagnosed by an authorized dealer. Nhtsa recall campaign id number 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling) was related to the failure; however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 122,000.

40 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2003 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 04/01/2012

The contact owns a 2003 Nissan Altima. The vehicle was included in the recall under NHTSA campaign id number: 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the technician stated the crankshaft sensor would have to be replaced at the contact's expense before the recall repair could be performed. The recall repair would include reprogramming the ecm. The contact stated the recall mentioned the replacement of the sensors. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 142,000.

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41 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2006 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 03/31/2012

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving at various speeds. The contact also experienced difficulty restarting the vehicle occasionally. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the engine speed input circuit and crank shaft position circuit needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling). The failure mileage was 112,000.

42 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2005 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 03/21/2012

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Altima. The contact was unable to start the vehicle until after several attempts. The failure recurred intermittently. Approximately two months later while stopped at a traffic stop, the vehicle suddenly stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic advised that the crank shaft position sensor and the speed sensor would have to be replaced. The contact stated that he replaced the crank shaft position sensor himself but the failure continued. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling) but was advised by the manufacturer that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 106,000.

43 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2005 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 03/08/2012

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the vehicle would become resistant to starting attempts. She later received notification of NHTSA campaign id number: 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling) and took the vehicle to the dealer for repairs. The failure progressively became worse after the recall repairs. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer for diagnosis. The dealer advised that the crankshaft sensor would need replacing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and stated that a remedy was not available for the failure. The failure mileage was 49,500 and the current mileage was 50,545.

44 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2002 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 01/20/2012

Tl-the contact owns a 2002 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the catalytic converter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 03v084000 (engine and engine cooling). The approximate failure mileage was 37,027. Djr.

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45 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2006 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 01/18/2012

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving 30 mph. In addition, the vehicle intermittently would not start. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a diagnostic test and the mechanic stated that the crank shaft position sensor was faulty. The contact noticed the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling), but the recall only included the 2005 model Altima. The failure mileage was 72,000.

46 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2004 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 11/19/2011

The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving 5 mph. The vehicle restarted after the failure and was taken to a private mechanic. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the VIN did not qualify for the recall under NHTSA campaign id number 06v242000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 92,665 and the current mileage was 92,700.

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47 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2006 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 11/19/2011

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Altima. The contact was driving 35 mph when the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact mentioned that he was able to restart the vehicle almost immediately. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the r&r crank shaft sensor was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 75,700 and the current mileage was 75,738.

48 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2006 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 11/02/2011

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Altima. The contact stated the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the crankshaft position sensor and electronic control module needed to be replaced. The contact was advised that the vehicle was not included in the recall under NHTSA campaign id number: 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling). The failure and the current mileage was 72,000.

49 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2004 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 07/25/2011

The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Altima sl. The contact was driving 25 mph when the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where the failure was diagnosed as a crankshaft sensor failure. The dealer was contacted and they advised that the VIN did not qualify for repairs under NHTSA campaign id number 06v24200 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 90,000.

50 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2003 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 07/24/2011

The contact owns a 2003 Nissan Altima. The contact stated the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told the crank shaft position sensor failed. The dealer stated the vehicle was not included NHTSA recall campaign id number: 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling); therefore, the recall would not apply. The failure and current mileage was 68,000.

51 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2006 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 07/14/2011

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving 5mph and above and the crank shaft sensor light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop and the contact was informed that the crank shaft sensor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 64,000.

52 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2003 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 07/04/2011

The contact owns a 2003 Nissan Altima. The contact was driving 35 mph when the contact stated that the vehicle abruptly stalled without warning. Also, the contact expierenced a no start condition. The dealer advised the contact that his VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was neither inspected nor repaired. The current and failure mileages were 120,000.

53 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2003 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 07/02/2011

The contact owns a 2003 Nissan Altima. The contact was sitting at a traffic stop when the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was then towed to an independent mechanic where the contact was advised that the engine would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was then contacted and they advised the contact that he was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling). The failure and current mileage was approximately 61,000.

54 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2003 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 06/11/2011

The contact owns a 2003 Nissan Altima. While driving approximately 55 mph the vehicle suddenly stalled. The contact was able to start the vehicle after it stalled. The failure occurred intermittently at various speeds. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated there was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number: 06v242000 (engine and engine cooling) that was related to the failure but the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 69,000.

55 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2004 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 06/06/2011

Tl. The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Altima. The contact stated if the vehicle does not sit for a couple of hours the vehicle will not restart. Year ago the contact received a NHTSA campaign I. D. Number: 06v242000 ( engine and engine cooling) remedied on the vehicle and also had the crank angle sensor replaced. At the time both issue were causing the vehicle not to start and the contact feels both components are malfunctioning again. The contact stated this is safety issue that can leave the contact stranded outside the vehicle. The failure mileage was 62,000. Jo.

56 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2004 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 06/01/2011

The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving at various speeds. The vehicle would not immediately restart on some occasions. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop and the contact was informed that the cam shaft positions sensors needed to be replaced. Both the dealer and manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 06v242000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 91,524.

57 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2002 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 05/22/2011

The contact owns a 2002 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving 25 mph. He was able to immediately restart yet the failure recurred three times. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign id number: 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling) and inquired with the dealer to determine if the vehicle was included in the recall. The dealer advised that the vehicle would first need a diagnostic test at the contacts expense. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact called the manufacturer for assistance who only referred him back to the dealer. The current mileage was 128,138 and the failure mileage was approximately 127,000.

58 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2003 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 05/06/2011

The contact owns a 2003 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving, the vehicle seemed as if it would stall and she smelled a burning odor. She also noticed that the lights on the instrument panel flickered. The failure was frequent and occurred on a daily basis. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic who informed her of recall 06v242000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was repaired at the contacts expense. The manufacturer was not notified. The current mileage was approximately 49,000. The failure mileage was approximately 48,686.

59 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2003 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 04/20/2011

The contact owns a 2003 Nissan Altima. The contact stated the vehicle would intermittently stall while driving at various speeds. The contact also stated the vehicle would intermittently hesitate after it was started. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop where the contact was informed the crank position sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 81,456.

60 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2003 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 03/09/2011

The contact owns 2003 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall without warning when driving various speeds. The failure would also occur when first starting the vehicle and shifting into gear. The dealer was contacted and the contact was advised that the vehicle was previously repaired under NHTSA campaign id number: 06v242000 (engine and engine cooling) and that the contact would be liable for any further repairs. The failure mileage was 100,000 and the current was 100,253. Updated 04/06/lj.

61 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2006 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 02/13/2011

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Altima. The contact stated the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told the electronic control module had failed. The contact spoke with the manufacturer and was told their vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign id number: 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling). The failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 99,000.

62 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2009 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 02/01/2011

The contact owns a 2009 Nissan Altima. The contact was driving 70 mph when the vehicle stalled without warning. The air filter has caught on fire and was detected by the sensor. The contact was able to extinguish the fire but the air filter housing had melted. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where the mechanic was unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was contacted but did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was repaired. The failure and current mileage was 48,000. Updated 04/15/2011.

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63 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2007 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 01/21/2011

I had no problems with my air conditioner until one day I started the car and a horrible noise started. I took it to the shop and a mechanic told me to keep the a/c button pushed so the clutch would stay engaged until I can get it fixed. I had it repaired today and the total cost was $870. 11. My mechanic called Nissan and was told there was a notice for this problem, but no recall.

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64 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2007 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 01/10/2011

The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that there was a strong smell inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who stated that there was a crack in the short block in the engine resulting in a cooling leak. The manufacturer was contacted and they would not take responsibility because the warranty had expired. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 81,124.

65 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2003 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 01/10/2011

The contact owns a 2003 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while parked, the vehicle would not start. After several attempts the contact was able to start the vehicle. The failure occurred intermittently. Also, the vehicle would stall while driving. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer, where the technicians stated that the cam shaft position sensor needed to be replaced. There was a recall under NHTSA campaign id number 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling) that may be related to the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 88,000. The VIN was not available.

66 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2003 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 01/04/2011

Campaign id 03v455000 engine and engine coolant campaign id 03v084000 engine and engine coolant exhaust system campaign id 06v242000 engine and engine coolant I have attempt to contact Nissan north America on several different occasions regarding the above mentioned recalls. After car failure, and money spent on trying to correct these issues, Nissan has not been responsive to my numerous request. I am currently experiencing the above mentioned problems with my vehicle. However, these recalls came to my attention after I learned from a Nissan technician, and after having my vehicle repaired. Problems relevant to the recalls, I am still experiencing.

67 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2002 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 10/19/2010

The contact owns a 2002 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that he took the vehicle to the dealer for the crank shaft position sensor recall, but the repair didn't correct the failure. On October 19, 2010 when he attempted to start the vehicle the crank sensor failed. The dealer was contacted and stated that the failure might be caused by the crank shaft position sensor. The vehicle will be towed to the dealer. Report 69622767 was filed with the manufacturer and stated that they would only pay for NHTSA recall 03v455000, engine and engine cooling repair one time. The contact will be responsible for the repair cost. The failure and the current mileages were 60,000.

68 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2002 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 10/10/2010

The car began to loose acceleration and the engine would kick and then gained the acceleration back. After 20 miles of driving started loosing acceleration again and shut off on a under construction interstate w/one lane of traffic. No service lights at first and after cranking and driving another 10-15 or so it stalled again and the check-engine, oil, and brake indicator's lights on the dash board came on. Checked for recalls for this problems. Contacting dealership for possible repair if its a recall problem.

69 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2003 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 10/01/2010

The contact owns a 2003 Nissan Altima. The contact was driving approximately 45 mph when the vehicle began to jerk abnormally and then stalled. The contact was able to restart the vehicle as it operated as normal. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was told that the oxygen, crank shaft and cam shaft sensors would need to be replaced. The sensors were replaced yet the failure persisted after repairs. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was told that the engine would need to be replaced. The authorized dealer told the contact they could not perform the recall remedy associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 06v242000 (engine and engine cooling) due to the failure of the engine. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 93,000 and the current mileage was 95,602.

70 Engine Cooling System problem of the 2003 Nissan Altima

Failure Date: 09/18/2010

I own a 2003 Nissan Altima. Back in September of 2010, I was driving on my way to work. About 4 miles from my home. (my car is right under 107k miles at the time). I was driving normal, or correctly. All of a sudden my car shuts off! I have to jerk my wheel to the right and break my car before I caused an accident. I am so thankful I was not on the freeway when this happened. My life and the lives of others were put at risk that day because of this problem with your car. There is a recall for your car, actually quite a few, but the one I'm most interested in getting fixed is the one that determines my lively hood. All I am asking is you please fix this. I can go without the ac or having weak headlights to drive at night with. I just can't depend on this car to not kill me one day. Please, I am begging you. Once again for my life & the lives of many others that will be involved. Please fix this problem! I cannot afford to pay for a new engine for the Altima out of pocket. Recalled on : 7/7/2006 influenced office of defects investigation recalled for: engine and engine cooling.



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