2003 Nissan Altima Catalytic Convertor Problems
- 14
- 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.
What owners report
- catalytic converter · 11 records
- check engine · 4 records
- engine light · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 6 |
| 60–100k mi | 5 |
| 30–60k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Catalytic Convertor · Engine And Engine Cooling
Suddenly starting using 1 qt. Oil every 600 miles. No leaks, no smoke, no check engine light ever came on. Took it to my local nissan dealership. They said oil consumption was from catalytic converter breaking down and getting sucked into engine absorbing the oil and scoring lower engine (cylinder block walls), thus causing oil blow by. They recommend catalytic converter and engine replacement at $5,000 dollars.…
ODI 10488162
Catalytic Convertor · Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. The contact stated that the vehicle consumed a large amount of the oil that had recently been replaced. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic advised the contact that the catalytic converter would have to be replaced. There was a recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 03v084000(engine and engine cooling:exhaust…
ODI 10485861
Catalytic Convertor · Engine And Engine Cooling
2003 nissan altima. Consumer writes in regards to a reimbursement for engine expense *tgw the consumer stated the catalytic converter failed, which caused damage to the engine. There was excessive smoke coming from the exhaust. According the invoice, there was possible ring wear, and possible damage to the pistons. *jb
ODI 10452010
Catalytic Convertor · Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. While driving at 45 mph, the vehicle began to overheat. There was then a loud, unusual noise followed by the vehicle attempting to stall. The contact shut off the vehicle and restarted. The failure did not persist. The dealer advised that the catalytic converter and engine would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 117,000 and the…
ODI 10343686
Catalytic Convertor
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. The engine began to consume oil excessively. While driving, he noticed smoke underneath the hood. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who stated that the catalytic converter caused the engine to fail. The manufacturer filed report 6895246 and stated that the vehicle didn't have a recall and the vehicle should be taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The failure…
ODI 10348304
Catalytic Convertor
I own a 2.5s 2003 nissan altima with just over 90,000 miles. My service engine soon light went on, i learned i need to replace my catalytic converter. In doing some research, i learned several owners of a 2002 and 2003 2.5s altima have the same problem and also remembered a recall i had done when the car was new involving the pre-catalyst. It seems nissan has a major defect with this car and this specific issue…
ODI 10218938
Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip · Catalytic Convertor · Heater Core
I purchased a brand new 2003 nissan. The first time i heard about a recall issue with the 2003 altima, i took it back to the dealership and they told me there was nothing wrong. The car will sporadically not start. I have had to replace the tires early on, the plugs were also replaced because it was misfiring, the brakes were squeaky at about 20,000 miles, the ac and the heater did not work (at about 30,000 miles…
ODI 10214004
Catalytic Convertor
My pre catalyst failed at 80450 miles, just 450 miles over the federal mandate. *tr
ODI 10207960
Catalytic Convertor
Under certain driving conditions my 2003 nissan altima's catalytic converter can have a failure that leads to destruction of the engine. Nissan has issued a voluntary recall to replace the defective catalytic converters, and in some cases replacement of the engine. It is my contention that nissan has made the conditions of this recall impossible for most owners to meet therefore avoiding having to replace a great…
ODI 10208462
Catalytic Convertor
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. In 2006, the contact noticed that the heating system was not heating properly. She took the vehicle to the dealer and they cleaned the air pockets. Previously in 2003, the vehicle was serviced according to nhtsa campaign id number 03v084000 (engine and engine cooling: exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe). In 2007, at 77,000 miles, the catalytic converter was…
ODI 10261518
Catalytic Convertor
Vehicle developed drive-ability issues, rough idle, stalling and odd smell from exhaust. Vehicle was taken to a private repair shop and was diagnosed with a miss-fire code. Dec 06, service light is back on and vehicle is running rough, stalling and hard starting. Scanned system and code p0507 (idle speed) was pulled. Was advised to take car to nissan dealership to have a relearn performed on the computer. Dec 14,…
ODI 10223048
Catalytic Convertor
1) no event leading up to the failure. I enjoyed normal driving conditions. 2) on 5-18-2006 at approximately 10:00 pm my car stalled. The steering and the brakes locked up. The car was traveling at highway speeds of 75 mph in heavy traffic. After the car stalled in the middle of busy traffic. I was again able to get it started. I took the car to the nissan service department the next day to be inspected. The "check…
ODI 10157888
Catalytic Convertor
Check engine light was on & off , engine was consuming oil faster then normal . Started having engine noise , dealer mechanics said someone left oil cap off therefore oil was lost , engine needs to be replaced. Had car check out by outside mechanic said catalyst was found to be damage inside ,which cause could oil to burn off. Now the engine in a 2003 altima needs to be replaced. On nissan web site they have recall…
ODI 10154352
Catalytic Convertor
I have a 2003 nissan altima. The check engine light came on during a return trip of about 100 miles distance. The following day i reported to nissan in greensboro, nc. The technician reported that the catalytic converter had failed allowing particles from the converter to enter the engine, causing the engine to fail. Diagnosis, engine/catalytic converter replacement. The vehicle had 108000 miles on it. The problem…
ODI 10161660