2003 Nissan Altima Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe Problems
- 16
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
Among these 16 stored complaint records:
- 0 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 2 indicate fire
What owners report
- catalytic converter · 7 records
- engine engine · 6 records
- engine cooling · 6 records
- cooling exhaust · 6 records
- exhaust system · 6 records
- system manifold · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 6 |
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
| 150–400k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
While my son was driving, the engine began missing and started to smoke. At the same time the heater quit producing heat. The check engine light came on. Engine diagnostics indicated cylinder # 4 misfire. Took to independent mechanic where it was confirmed that the engine was destroyed by failed catalyst in the pre- catalyst. Oil had fouled the missing cylinder's spark plug. The engine oil level was full and there…
ODI 10552008
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated. So the contact took the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer discovered metal chips in the engine due to a faulty catalytic convert. The dealer stated that the vehicle could not be repaired and the engine needed to be replaced. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign i.d. Number 03v084000 (engine and engine…
ODI 10449928
Engine And Engine Cooling · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. The contact stated that when taking her vehicle in for routine maintenance, the mechanic advised her that there was a recall 03v084000 (engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe). Once the repairs were performed, they notified the contact and advised her that the vehicle was inoperable due to metal being jammed in the engine. Since the…
ODI 10383143
Engine And Engine Cooling · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
2003 nissan altima 2.5 litre engine. Blowing oil out tailpipe with 101,000. Many blogs report same problem with same make and model. *tr the consumer stated a couple of months after purchasing the vehicle, she discovered the vehicle was consuming excessive amounts of oil in a short time. The consumer found a recall regarding the engine. However, the recall has since closed. The consumer was informed the catalytic…
ODI 10394002
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. The contact received notification of nhtsa campaign id number (03v084000- engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe) and took the vehicle to the dealer for repairs; however, she continued to experience the same failure. The dealer was not contacted. The contact did not inform the manufacturer. The vehicle was not repaired. The current mileage…
ODI 10369697
Engine And Engine Cooling · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, she noticed that the vehicle started losing power. She drove the vehicle to a repair shop where she was informed that the catalytic converter was replaced. A few days later, the mechanic noticed that the vehicle was becoming low on oil. The contact filled the oil reservoir and noticed that there was very little oil…
ODI 10352839
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. The contact stated that the catalytic converter failed causing the engine to burn oil excessively. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who replaced the catalytic converter. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the engine would need replacing. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but offered no…
ODI 10382917
Exhaust System · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
The contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. The vehicle started to make noise in engine after oil change. Two days after oil was topped off, oil level showed it burned 4 quarts with no leaks. Since, it has consumed an excessive amount of oil. The low engine oil warning light illuminated on the instrument panel again. The contact placed more oil into the vehicle before it was taken to a repair shop. The mechanic verified…
ODI 10292817
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. While driving approximately 60 mph smoke was expelled from the air vents inside the vehicle. The driver pulled over to the side of the road and inspected the vehicle. There was light smoke underneath the hood. A certified mechanic inspected the vehicle. The failure was contributed to a clogged catalytic converter. His vehicle identification number was excluded from recall…
Fire reported
ODI 10294113
Engine And Engine Cooling · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
2003 nissan altima has had multiple problems with the engine. *nj the consumer was informed, the cylinder 1 misfired which caused the engine light to illuminate. There was a problem with the head gasket consuming 3 quarts of oil every 4000 miles and running terribly rough. The consumer believed her vehicle was among the hundreds of vehicles having problems with the pre-catalytic converter where it deteriorates and…
ODI 10266888
Engine · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. The contact stated that the oil in the engine was burning and damaged the engine. The dealer stated that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 03v084000 (engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe). The failure and current mileages were 85,000.
Fire reported
ODI 10254378
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Car stalled. Wasn't firing on all cylinders. Car towed to dealer. Power valve screw that was fixed 11/20/2007 on recall by nissan has been sucked into engine thus requiring new engine & catalytic converter. *tr
ODI 10211857
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. While the vehicle was in park, it idled very roughly and made a loud whistling noise. The contact took her vehicle to the dealer and they replaced the throttle positioning sensor. Immediately after the repair, the failure recurred. The dealer replaced the intake manifold gasket; however, the failure recurred shortly afterwards. The dealer was unable to determine the cause of…
ODI 10212449
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. The contact stated that her vehicle was excessively burning oil. She replenishes two quarts of oil every two weeks. When she adds the oil, white oil leaks from the engine compartment. She discovered recall number 03v084000 (engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe) and took the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer stated that her vin was not…
ODI 10197843
Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
On december 14, 2003 consumer received nhtsa recall 03v084000, the exhaust pipe hanger pin may catch debris from the road that could be ignited. Dealership still does not have the parts available to conduct recall repairs. *ak
ODI 10061023
Equipment · Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe
Engine noise (knock, clack or clatter) at idle. Nissan america has published several bulletins/recalls/alerts regarding noise associated with the auto-tensioner, pre-catalyst and/or valves but the manufacturer and dealer now claim the "noise" is normal. Also, the car still has a rattle in dome light that the insulation kit (tape) failed to fix. Service manager stated rattle was not heard while driving the car for 10…
ODI 10064516