2002 Nissan Altima Exhaust System Problems
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- Owner complaint records in our dataset
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- Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 38 |
| 100–150k mi | 29 |
| 30–60k mi | 6 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Exhaust System
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 nissan altima. While driving approximately 30 mph on normal road conditions, the check engine warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact also heard excessive noise coming from the engine. The warning indicator remained lit until the engine was turned off. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and they stated that the failure was related to the catalytic…
ODI 10248343
Exhaust System
The technician performed a diagnostic test on my 2002 nissan altima because the service engine soon light came on. The problem was due a defect in catalytic converter, which is damaging my engine. I have to get it replace, but it costs $1500. My car has only 84,000 miles on it. Also, i take it in for an oil change at every 3,000 miles and for regular check ups. So i researched it online and discovered that there are…
ODI 10244388
Exhaust System
Service engine light came on in my 2002 nissan altima. Took it to the mechanic and was told the cat converter was bad. Checked website to see if others had the same issue and discovered that hundreds of individuals had the same issue and after replacing the cat converter, had to replace the whole engine. The website is…
ODI 10244421
Exhaust System
My 2002 nissan altima needs a new engine at 83,000 miles. This is a widespread problem, i found and nissan is not doing anything to rectify the matter. Engines that are well taken care of should not die at 83,000 miles. This all started in june when my car started becoming difficult to start. I brought my nissan into the dealership for some recall items and asked them to check the hard start while it was in there.…
ODI 10242865
Engine · Exhaust System
I have a 2002 nissan altima 2.5 s model, the car started to use excessive amounts of oil and coolant. Took car to a nissan dealer and the service dept. Told me i need a new engine and without having the service dept. Disassemble the engine they can't determine what the failure of is. This car only has 98k on it and is and was taken very good care of. I've heard of others who own nissan altimas having the same…
ODI 10243131
Exhaust System
2002 nissan altima 2.5sl with 119k miles, purchased brand new from dealership, excessive oil consumption with check engine light on. Nissan refuses to accept any responsibility for poor emission/engine construction. Appears we need a new engine due to converter breaking down and being sucked into engine. *tr
ODI 10242825
Exhaust System
At 78k miles, the service engine light came on, and soon after, it started excessive oil consumption followed by a significant drop in power, especially in take-off speed. Took it to the dealer and was informed that i need to change the engine for close to $5000. Apparently, there are hundreds if not thousands of customers with the same problem. I found out about the extent of the problem after i did a simple google…
ODI 10242750
Exhaust System
File #6[redacted] altima my complaint involves a qr25de engine installed in my altima. I like to give you some background on the engine and then talk about my problem. The qr25de is in the 2002-present nissan altman 2.5, 2.5s, 2.5sl 175hp, hybrid 158hp. The qr25de sold in the united states has been subject to a significant number of problems in its short lifetime. A variety of mechanical flaws have led to numerous…
ODI 10244140
Equipment · Exhaust System
Own a 2002 nissan altima; replaced catalytic converter 6/2005 @ 71k miles. It fell under federal emissions warranty. 7/2008 service engine light on again and seem to be burning through oil. Took into balise nissan - converter needs to be replaced again, needs more expensive tests to diagnose oil issue. Googled 2002 nissan altima problems, consumer affairs website had post after post of owners with the same problem…
ODI 10240019
Exhaust System
2002 nissan altima - engine is going through 2 quarts of oil every 100 miles. I have done some simple research on this and find that hundreds of people have the same problem and apparently nissan is aware of it yet claim that there is no problem. The basics of the issue are that an internal part of the catalytic converter is getting sucked back up into the engine scoring the cylinder. My daughter's car has about…
ODI 10240025
Exhaust System
2002 altima 2.5 engine- began using oil, a little between changes, increased to using 4 quarts for a 16 mile round trip. Car began to smoke , becoming a hazard to operate, due to the tremendous amount of smoke screen. Was told by mechanic , nissan has issued a bulletin, but not recall on problem of cat. Converter failure, causing engine to fail around 100k. *tr
ODI 10238455
Exhaust System
My complaint is the same as about 50 other complaints i found on this site. My check engine light came on and when we brought it to the dealer to get it fixed, we were told that the catalytic convert failed and the engine ingested particles that scored the cylinder heads. Now the engine needs to be replaced. We contacted nissan to see if they would help differ the cost of the repair and was told the catalytic…
ODI 10241208
Exhaust System
Engine started burning oil before 100,000 miles. Come to find out not only does this vehicle have a bad cata lytic converter but that many nissan buyers got struck with the same drama and unbelievable costs that nissan will take no responsibility for. Now my dream car is dead in the driveway and nissan wants $4600 for an engine and i still owe $7900 on the car. This is a nightmare. *tr
ODI 10272490
Exhaust System
Nissan (woodfield nissan, hoffman estates, il) is not forthright in acknowledging recall # ntb03-070c and is not willing repairing this know hazard. *tr
ODI 10243288
Engine And Engine Cooling · Exhaust System
Catalytic converter went out. Heater core went out, therefore no heat in the car. *tr
ODI 10261093
Engine · Exhaust System
I own a 2002 nissan altima which is exhibiting the symptoms very typical with 100's of other altima owners. One month ago the check engine light came on, engine is consuming large quantities of oil, power is sluggish especially at startup, coolant is being consumed etc. Took the car in to the dealer and the fault code was for faulty catalytic converter. Dealer suggests complete replacement of long block. Since the…
ODI 10244583
Automatic Transmission · Exhaust System
I have 2002 nissan altima 2.5 s,my car burn oil like crazy, could make a fire if i didn't keep checking on the oil level, i spent 5 quart just from iowa to minneapolis and for the local drive i need to refill 1 quart of oil every 5-6 days (between office and home which is just 4 minutes driving). *tr
ODI 10229023
Exhaust System
2002 nissan altima 2.5 l engine excessive engine oil consumption, burning oil no leaks. Black smoke from exhaust pipe wants to stall and shakes most of the time. Check engine light comes on and off. *tr
ODI 10226068
Equipment · Exhaust System
2002 nissan altima faulty engine and catalytic converter. *tr
ODI 10226935
Exhaust System
I took my 2002 nissan altima in for repair. When i was told my catalytic converter was bad also destroying my engine. I searched your web site for recalls and found one dealing with this exact problem. When i brought it up to my dealer they said the recall was done in january of this year, if it was already done why would it happen again and shouldn't they replace the engine?well i contacted nissan and they told me…
ODI 10230753
Exhaust System
Pre catalytic converter failure. Converter comes apart, gets sucked into the engine, and causes engine damage. Contacted nissan and was told mine was an isolated incident. Nothing done to correct problem. *tr
ODI 10244916
Exhaust System
2002 nissan altima pre-cat problem. Pre-cat comes apart, a backflow of debris enters engine via the exhaust manifold and causes engine damage. This condition is the result of a design flaw involving the pre catalytic converter. Contacted nissan north america was told nothing could be done on their part as this is an isolated incident. Apparently there was a recall to replace the pre-cat on these engines which only…
ODI 10229241
Exhaust System
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 nissan altima. The contact noticed that her vehicle was consuming more oil at a rapid pace. The check engine light illuminated and she called the manufacturer. She was informed that there was an outstanding recall on her vehicle, nhtsa campaign id number 06v242000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was taken to the dealer and partially repaired according to the recall. The entire…
ODI 10243091
Exhaust System
I own a nissan altima 2002 (54,000 miles) that consumes 3.5 pints of oil every 350 to 400 miles. My mechanic has identified the problem related to nhtsa # 03v-084 on 11/29/07 and tells me that my engine should be changed by nissan. My muffler, catalytic converter o2 sensors had to be changed on 3/28/08 the nissan dealership does not want to acknowledge the issue related to the recall. I have been trying to contact…
ODI 10232923
Cooling System · Exhaust System
I have a nissan altima (2002) with under 75,000 miles. I have been experiencing problems with the coolant system for roughly 10,000 miles. The coolant tank drains every 2-3 days. I refill it, and it is empty 2 -3 days later. I have had 3 or 4 separate tests done on the coolant system, and no problems were found. Yet, the problems continue. Recently, gray smoke flows out of the tail pipe upon starting the car. Also,…
ODI 10227039