2003 Nissan Altima Engine And Engine Cooling Problems
- 256
- 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 256 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- Exhaust System · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 108 |
| 30–60k mi | 51 |
| 100–150k mi | 47 |
| 150–400k mi | 9 |
| 1–30k mi | 8 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Service engine soon light come on, engine stopped while driving could have resulted in a crash. *jb
ODI 10164630
Engine And Engine Cooling · Instrument Cluster/Panel
Customer took her car in for service, was told that nothing was wrong but the service engine light was flashing after that the car stopped in the middle of the road, then after that the car would not start at all customer wants to be reimbursed**cc *jb
ODI 10186874
Engine And Engine Cooling · Headlights
Tl*- the contact stated that when she drove the 2003 nissan altima;the service engine light remained illuminated. The vehicle shook and rattled generally when she stopped at a light. The road conditions werenormally clear. The contact took the vehicle to the mechanic, and was advised that the crank sensor was the reason that the vehicle shook and rattled. The mechanic advised the contact that there was a recall on…
ODI 10184849
Engine And Engine Cooling
I bought a used 2003 nissan altima last summer, and it's given me no problems until now. I was driving through town (25 mph) and the steering randomly locked up, the check engine light came on, and the car stopped accelerating. I drifted to the side of the road, shut the car off, and restarted it with no problem. It did this to me again the next day. I took it to mechanic who performed a computerized diagnostic on…
ODI 10161296
Engine And Engine Cooling
Three times my 2003 nissan altima 2.5s has choked down and tried to die while driving. I never get a check engine light or any codes showing, but after researching the problem, i feel assured that the problem is the crankshaft position sensor. There was a recall done on this issue, but only for 2002 models. A lot of people i know have been having this same problem on their 2003's. *jb
ODI 10160642
Engine And Engine Cooling · Suspension · Tires
2003 nissan altima with a long list of problems customer has learned about several recalls and wants this matter to be reviewed**nar**cc three months after purchasing the vehicle, the vehicle needed new tires and an alignment. Three months later the vehicle would not start. On another occasion, the vehicle began jerking and the indicator lights illuminated. The radiator was cracked and had to be replaced. The…
ODI 10183738
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
The engine shuts off in stop and go traffic. Loss of power on highways and interstates. Will not crank after a failure. The engine has to be turned over several times before cranking. The problem is gradually getting worse. *jb
ODI 10163742
Engine And Engine Cooling
I have 2003 nissan altima 2.5se . It stalls at idle and loses power during driving. It also does not want to start at times just doing sound and after trying about 5 min it's starting( this problem was from time when i bought this brand new car in 2003). Dealer could not find and fix this problem in 2003 when i had warranty. They told me if car starts they can't read a code , because i don't have a "check engine"…
ODI 10158114
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. The contact stated that on 3 or 4 occasions the vehicle shut off while driving 45 mph. The contact stated that each time this occurred the vehicle would not restart immediately. However, on one occasion the vehicle wouldn't restart for an hour. The mechanic serviced the vehicle due to the failure on 04/26/2006. Then, on may 1, 2006 nissan replaced the crank and cam sensors.…
ODI 10185338
Engine And Engine Cooling
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 70mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. Afterwards, the vehicle intermittently restarted. In other stalling incidents, the engine would have to remain in the off position several moments before restarting. After the incidents occurred, the "check engine soon" lamp illuminated. The vehicle was driven to the dealer for inspection and replaced the crank shaft sensor. The…
ODI 10155025
Engine And Engine Cooling
Service engine light came on all of a sudden with no warning and car stopped in middle of road. I put it back into gear and started it again - it did this 4 times within a 2 mile range. My brother put some transmission fluid in it which seemed to help a little bit. Luckily an auto parts store was near by and i made it over there for them to run a diagnostic check on it. Came back with bad crank position sensor. I…
ODI 10167004
Engine And Engine Cooling
Dt*: the contact stated a recall was found on the website, although no problems have occurred with the vehicle, there is a concern it might happen. The dealer determined the vin was not included in the recall. The recall # 03v455000, concerning the engine and engine cooling. Updated 7/11/2006 - the vehicle was manufactured aug 2002. The recall is for the crank position sensor or cam position sensor. *nm
ODI 10160009
Engine And Engine Cooling
While driving (at any speed), i experienced the engine loss of power like if the brakes were suddenly applied for maybe 2 seconds then the car picked up speed as it was before. When this happened, the "service engine soon" warning light came on and stayed on. The car keeps experiencing loss of power while driving like wanting to stop running and it is taking longer to start. I'm afraid the car will stop running and…
ODI 10148272
Engine And Engine Cooling
I have a 2003 nissan altima 2.5, in nov. I had problems with my car stalling and not being able to start back. Also, the check engine light came on. I had my car towed to the nissan dealership and was told the crank shaft sensor needed to be replaced, i paid $175 to have it serviced. On jan. 10, 2007 i was driving down the interstate and the check engine light came on again this time with no warnings at all, i took…
ODI 10178402
Engine And Engine Cooling
My first problem began at about 37000 miles. I would try to crank my car and it would not crank. This has happened about 10 times. There has currently been no resolution to this problem. My second problem involves the mass air flow sensor. I was merging onto the interstate and suddenly my car began to lose power and buck. The car coming up from behind me changed lanes and passed, so luckily there was no accident. My…
ODI 10181693
Engine And Engine Cooling
2003 nissan altima 2.5 stalled on the highway. Car had been idling very rough and engine vibration as well as intermittent power loss 24 hours prior to issue. At time of failure, the power steering and brakes locked up while traveling at 70 mph on busy highway mountain pass. I was almost killed as car drifted with no control into other traffic. Car was able to be restarted. Took car to the dealership. The motor…
ODI 10140493
Engine And Engine Cooling
Dt the crank position sensor failed, and had to replace it. Contacted nissan. There was a recall but for crank position sensors a month ago. This happened on 6-24-2005. *ak
ODI 10130487
Engine And Engine Cooling
2003 nissan altima engine cut off while driving and the consumer was unable to restart the engine.*mr while passing a vehicle on a 2 lane highway the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle's air flow meter was replaced. The consumer had to pay for repairs because the vehicle was no longer under warranty. *nm
ODI 10124747
Engine And Engine Cooling
We purchased a 2003 nissan altima in january of 2005. After having the car approximately 2 months the car begin stalling while driving and it would happen periodically. We took the car back to the dealership and they stated that they couldn't find anything wrong with the car, this happen several times and with much boldness. We took the car back and demanded that the problem be found. Because someone almost hit us…
ODI 10156864
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline
At about 60,850 mileage - 850 miles after the warranty expired, my car started to stall while in motion and the engine light came on. After doing a lot of research and an engine diagnostic test, it was found that the crank position sensor was faulty. I went on the internet and found that nissan had recalled 2002-2003 nissan altimas (alomst 75,000 of them) but only in canada. I need to know why they have not recalled…
ODI 10120678
Engine And Engine Cooling
Engine failure on 2003 nissan altima. Told by dealership that car was unsafe to drive. Refuses to provide safe transportation alternative until car is repaired, under warranty. Single female has already been left stranded on highway due to this problem.
ODI 10120572
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. While the contact was driving approximately 35 mph, there was a loud noise outside of the vehicle and smoke emitted from the tailpipe. The vehicle unexpectedly stalled and was towed to the dealer. The crank shaft sensor was replaced. The failure continued three times. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on six occasions for the identical failures. The repairs on the vehicle…
ODI 10361076
Engine And Engine Cooling
This is the 3rd time that my 2003 nissan altima shuts off completely as i a driving down the street at a speed of about 40-45 mph without any notice whatsoever. The 1st time this occurred was april 29th. I took the car into the dealer and they were not able to find anything wrong with the car. The dealer performed a diagnostic caled p0725 and p1229 and called the nissan tech line but still had no such luck. I am…
ODI 10090530
Engine And Engine Cooling
I was driving my car and it shut down on me while i was driving during rush hour traffic. My brakes locked up and steering became hard. I was afraid for my life because i was close to causing a crash. I found out there was an issue with the sensors on nissan altimas, including mine. I called the dealership to speak to them on having the issue fixed. I was told by the mechanic in the service department (after pulling…
ODI 10285337
Engine And Engine Cooling
WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH VEHICLE STALLED. *AK
ODI 10059157