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
I own a 2003 nissan altima 2.5l s, subject to nhtsa recall # 06v242000 regarding overheating of the crank angle sensor. I have already experienced the stated consequences of the problem, including stalling of the car while driving several times and lighting of the service engine soon light. The car was serviced by the dealer on 10/26/07 to correct the defect (free of charge), which was done by reprogramming the…
ODI 10223743
Engine And Engine Cooling
This complaint is in connection with recall number 06v242000 i have a 2003 nissan altima s. Lately my car has been dying on me at stop lights. Then my service engine light came on a couple days ago. It was the crankshaft position sensor. I looked online and saw i had a recall on my year car for the sensor. I tried calling the local nissan dealership and they told me i didn't have that recall. I called nissan…
ODI 10224141
Engine And Engine Cooling
About 6 months ago we began having problems with the "service engine soon" light coming on in the vehicle. We took it in to our local mechanic several times and he could never find anything wrong. Just recently, we also started having trouble getting the car to start. We had the battery replaced. Last week, we were driving at a low rate of speed in the atm lane at the bank and the car just quit. Also, we stopped to…
ODI 10223337
Engine And Engine Cooling
The car would quit running and was hard to start back. It also idled very low. The check engine light came on, the codes read that it was the crankshaft position sensor. The sensor was replaced three times and the problem still existed. I believe this is the same problem from nhtsa recall 03v455000, but it does not cover 2003 nissan altima's. The problem has not been fixed yet. *tr
ODI 10223512
Engine And Engine Cooling
On several occasions over the last few months, my car would not start the first time i turned the ignition. On 3/21/08 my "check engine" light came on. I brought the car immediately to my mechanic as i have a 60 mile ride each day. What he found after testing was that my engine crank angle sensor was failing. He called and advised me to bring the car , a 2003 nissan altima , to my dealer right away as this was a…
ODI 10222289
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. While driving at slow speeds, the vehicle completely shuts off and the check engine light remains illuminated. The contact believes that her vehicle is included in nhtsa campaign id number 06v242000 (engine and engine cooling), but the dealer stated that the recall was closed. However, the dealer further stated that if she brought the vehicle to them and they find a failure…
ODI 10223711
Engine And Engine Cooling
The check engine light will come on and stay on for a cycle and then go of. The car will turn off while driving or idling, or when first start and put in to gear. Also the vehicle will not pick up speed as it should when this occurs. Happens several times per day at least 3 times a week. Was diagnosed as the crank shaft sensor. *tr
ODI 10246597
Engine And Engine Cooling
While on the freeway my vehicle shut off, this could of caused serious harm to me and my children. Reviewed recent recalls and there are other nissan altimas that are having this same problem. Concern for mine and my children's safety is a priority and i would like this to be resolved. This is the second time this has happened, the first time i had a $300.00 plus out of pocket expense. *tr
ODI 10217303
Engine And Engine Cooling
VEHICLE CRANK SENSOR DEFECTIVE. *TR
ODI 10215516
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while idling at a traffic light. He was able to restart the vehicle and noticed hesitation when accelerating. The failure occurred intermittently. The vehicle was driven to a local repair shop and the mechanic stated that the failure was due to a defective crank position sensor. The dealer stated that the crank position sensor…
ODI 10257444
Engine And Engine Cooling
Starting in december 2007, my 2003 altima (manufactured in nov 2002) began to frequently stall and stop running without warning during vehicle operation at different speeds or on stop. Initially the check engine light momentarily turned on with each episode and turned off after restarting the engine, but after one of the episodes it permanently remained on. The problem was accompanied by a significant decrease in…
ODI 10218706
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. The contact stated that the vehicle burns oil. The vehicle had just undergone an oil change and all of the oil has suddenly left out of the engine. She took the vehicle to a mechanic, but the cause of the failure could not be determined. She is concerned that the vehicle could ignite into flames due to the burning oil. The current mileage was 129,000 and failure mileage was…
ODI 10265328
Air Conditioner · Engine And Engine Cooling · Rack And Pinion
2003 nissan altima with recall for a sensor. Consumer states that she would like reimbursement because she did not take it to an authorized dealer for the repair. *kb the consumer stated the engine light illuminated and the engine seized. The consumer also stated the air condition didn't work. The rack and pinion steering bolt was found to be loose after a recall was performed. *jb
ODI 10211696
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. While driving 10 mph and greater, the vehicle hesitated and completely shut off. The vehicle was able to be restarted. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic twice and he stated that it was included in nhtsa campaign id number 06v242000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was repaired. The current mileage was 84,650 and failure mileage was 84,270. Updated 03/10/08. *lj the…
ODI 10209657
Engine And Engine Cooling
Several times over the past two months, my 2003 nissan altima 2.5s has stalled out during operation. Speeds ranged from 5-15 mph during stall. Car also stutters periodically while in operation, but does not stall. Two weeks ago my vehicle stalled while pulling into traffic, almost causing an accident. Now vehicle takes 3-5 minutes to start. *tr
ODI 10255464
Engine And Engine Cooling
I have taken my 2003 nissan altima to the dealer for the crankshaft position recall (nhtsa campaign id number : 06v242000). Now the ses light is illuminated indicating that the crankshaft position sensor needs to be replaced. Seems to me that if this defect is common, and it obviously is based on my research, and if it could cause crashes and, therefore injury or even death, that nissan would be obliged to rectify…
ODI 10207644
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. The contact stated that the vehicle was repaired in 2007 under nhtsa campaign id number 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling) and the ecm was reprogrammed. The crank shaft sensor and cam shaft sensor were not replaced as mentioned in the recall. The manufacturer and dealer were notified but provided no further assistance to the contact. The approximate failure mileage was…
ODI 10448344
Engine And Engine Cooling
1. The failing of the engine was sudden and unexpected. 2. Symptoms and diagnosed problem were identical to nhtsa recall id #03v4550. 3. The failed part ("crankshaft position sensor") was replaced. *tr
ODI 10228840
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. After being parked for approximately half an hour, the contact attempted to start the vehicle, but was unsuccessful. The service engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the crank shaft sensor needed to be replaced. The contact would like nhtsa campaign id number 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling) to include her vehicle and…
ODI 10220250
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. While driving 30 mph, the vehicle shut off without warning. The contact stated that the gear shift locked and prevented her from restarting the vehicle. She took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that the unified meter control failed. As of september 19, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle. The failure mileage was 75,578 and current mileage was 75,560.
ODI 10203432
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. The dealer reprogrammed the electronic control module, but would not replace the crank sensor for free. Currently, the vehicle is not starting properly and must wait a few minutes before it can be started. The current mileage was 45,000 and failure mileage was 44,000.
ODI 10209180
Engine And Engine Cooling
My 2003 nissan altima 2.5 quit on me while driving down the road and would not crank. The next morning i tried to crank the car and it would crank , i did not want to take the chance of breaking down on the highway so i had the vehicle towed to sparks nissan in monroe, la. The technician did the recall on the vehicle and the service engine soon light was on and the machine put out a code that the car need a crank…
ODI 10200730
Engine And Engine Cooling
Crank shaft sensor-2003 nissan altima 2.5 s. I bought my car new from a dearlership and have owned it for 3.5 years. It currently has 58,000 miles on it. My car started stalling out approximately 3 weeks ago. It cuts off on me the first time at a stoplight. About a week later it cut out on me twice after making a right hand turn. It threatened to cut off on me while driving down the highway at 60 mph. On 8/18/07 it…
ODI 10200221
Automatic Transmission · Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2003 nissan altima. The contact heard a loud snap underneath the vehicle while driving. He attempted to place the vehicle in drive and reverse, but it failed to move. The vehicle was towed to his residence and was later towed to the dealer. The mechanic stated that the vehicle needed a new engine and transmission. Through online research, the contact discovered that the 2006 altima's have a…
ODI 10199515
Engine And Engine Cooling
I have a 03 nissan altima that keeps shutting off while driving and will and sometimes will not start. I replaced the crankshaft position sensor twice within 6 months period and now my check engine light is back on for the same problem. I think we need a recall before someone is seriously injured while driving. *tr
ODI 10199369