2005 Nissan Altima Electrical System Problems
- 72
- 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 72 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 5 indicate fire
What owners report
- service engine · 11 records
- position sensor · 10 records
- crankshaft position · 8 records
- engine light · 7 records
- crankshaft sensor · 6 records
- light came · 5 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 20 |
| 100–150k mi | 15 |
| 1–30k mi | 11 |
| 30–60k mi | 10 |
| 150–400k mi | 6 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Electrical System
While driving my car down the road, the engine completely shut off. I pulled to the side of the road, and put the car into park. I attempted to start the car back up, and was unable to do so. I then had the battery replaced, and was able to get the car cranked again. The next day, i went into town, and the car did the same thing. I was able to restart it after a few tries, but it then drove funny the rest of the way…
ODI 10278590
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
Cam shaft sensor failure. Similar in function to the recalled crankshaft senor, the cam shaft part can stall a car, or prevent from restarting due to overheating. It also is vital to engine timing and other items which pertain to engine performance. Sept 12, 2011 67000 miles replaced this the second time in under 3 years part needed to be replaced. Why is this not a recall like it's crankshaft counterpart. *tr
ODI 10426812
Electrical System
I own a 2005 nissan altima 2.5l engine. I had a recall on my car where they would reset ecm to keep the crankshaft position sensor from overheating and the car shutting off. After i take my car into the dealership to have this done 9months later my car has less than 100,000 miles and i am having to replace my crankshaft position sensor. Talked with nissan numerous times they refuse to pay for the defective part.…
ODI 10263175
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
My car fails to start on occasion. The frequency is monthly. The engine sounds like it's going to start but just doesn't. If i wait several seconds and try again, then the engine starts. From what i've been reading everyone seems to be complaining that it's the crankshaft sensor. I thought the recall fixed this issue but apparently not. So many owners are complaining yet nissan is doing nothing. This is my first…
ODI 10263190
Electrical System · Engine
I am the owner of a 2005 nissan altima 2.5sl. I received a recall notice that advised me the vehicle can stop running without notice which could result in a crash. The recall notice advised that the fix to this problem was the reprogramming of the ecm. To keep my daughter and i safe on the road, i took the car in for the recall as instructed. Before the recall, my service engine light never came on and my vehicle…
ODI 10261623
Electrical System
My 2005 nissan altima had a recall for an electronic control module which i had replaced free of charge on reichert nissan in wenenchee wa. On 10-22-2008. After driving 106 miles my engine failed. I called reichert motors and they responded to have the vehicle towed back to there dealership by a certain towing company; which i did. (by the way before this incident ,this car had never had a problem ; this all…
ODI 10246831
Electrical System · Unknown Or Other
The nissan dealership performed a recall on our vehicle on 06/10/2008 for the r0712 ecm program recall and the p5216 recall. Since that work, the service engine soon light has been on in the vehicle which reported a valve problem. Prior to this work being done, the light did not go on. We have had the car serviced 4 times for the the repair of the valve, and now a full diagnosis needs to be done to figure out why…
ODI 10433248
Electrical System
I had several complaints about a electrical problems with a 2005 nissan altima ser model for some reason it keeps breaking down i a ready spoke with nissan consumer affairs and made many complaints about the vehicle but they keep telling me they will find problem but no explanations was giving to me about this electrical problems. *tr
ODI 10250164
Electrical System · Engine · Steering
Was driving at about 45mph when the engine stalled as i was about to take a turn. The steering locked up, and i had to brake hard to avoid going off the road. Luckily there was no fatal injury. Had to get car towed to dealer where they replaced the crankshaft, cam sensor. *tr
ODI 10596620
Electrical System
I have a 2005 nissan altima 2.5 se which is becoming increasingly more difficult to start. Symptoms: when the key is turned, it will just turn over but not start. After a few tries, it does start. The motor does not cut off unexpectedly after it's started. *tr
ODI 10241271
Air Bags · Electrical System · Frontal · Side/Window
My wife wrecked her 2005 altima. The car just all of sudden left the road and she couldn't control or stop it. *tr
Crash reported · 1 injury
ODI 10231681
Electrical System
I took my 2005 altima in for the sensor recall on 2/18/2008. It's been a month now and they still have not been able to fix my car. The recall was fixed but the computer will not take back in the car and the part is on backorder. If nissan isn't making the part i'm curious if they are covering up a huge computer problem with the cars. The service dept has gave me a complete run around and can't tell me nothing. They…
ODI 10221752
Electrical System
Got a letter stating that there was a recall that could cause engine to stop and cause a crash which has already happened to my car , it was a total loss. *tr
Crash reported · 4 injuries
ODI 10237765
Electrical System · Fuel Injection System
2005 nissan altima has defective crank sensor. The throttle stops working not allowing fuel to the engine therefore stalling the car even in motion. Nissan has redesigned replacements but are incorrectly redesigned. Even with warranty nissan refuses to remedy leaving people without cars. *jb
ODI 10204586
Electrical System
I have had my car for 2 years and i purchased it at the baker jackson that i am referring to. In august i started to experience problems with the car shutting down with no warnings which is a safety hazard considering i drive mostly on the freeway. I took it into the shop and they claim they did a diagnosis and found that my battery was eroded so they had to cleaned the battery and fuel injection. Well after i paid…
ODI 10205128
Electrical System
I drove a 2005 altima 2.5s which i purchased new in april of 2005. It was maintained in accordance with nissan recommendations. Current mileage approximately 21,000. No accidents ,and was in excellent to good condition. While driving to work i exited the highway and approached a traffic light. As i approached the light, the car began to jerk and stalled. Prior to the stall there was no indication of any problem with…
Fire reported
ODI 10187320
Electrical System
Forth time in the service department for ignition and electrical problems. I purchased a 2.5 sl in june 2005. The air bag light would not turn off in the passenger seat 6/20/05, sensor replaced. Car would not start until trying 20 minutes later 7/4/05. Service department told me to jiggle the gear shift from now on. On 7/28/05 car would not start again until after 20 minutes, service department invoiced me for…
ODI 10144049
Electrical System · Side/Window · Steering · Suspension · Tires
New 2005 altima 3.5 se bought august 2005 1st month i had noticed a vibration in the steering at high speeds, and the vehicle pulling/drifting from left to right. This concern makes the vehicle unsafe to drive because you do not have a sense of control when driving, in addition when driving on a highway for a long period of time the vibration in the wheel makes your hands and arms fall asleep. It is always necessary…
ODI 10159797
Electrical System
I bought a 2005 nissan altima brand new last year. The car has been in for service up to six times. The past two times has me concerned. The car drops to 20 mph with no warning. I am a single mother with a 2yr old son and i compute [redacted] to work on 2 busy interstate everyday. The dealership is replacing the computer system in my car this time but makes me aware that this make not solve the problem. *nm
ODI 10132570
Electrical System · Gasoline
The car failed to start only two weeks after buying it, and the problem has recurred. The car acts as if it's flooded, cranking but not firing. Both failures occurred after recently purchasing gasoline (the same gasoline retailer is used fairly consistently) and driving the car immediately home in cold, but not severely cold, temperatures. The dealer said these circumstances shouldn't cause flooding, but has been…
ODI 10146253
Electrical System
The vehicle would not start once the key was turned. After trying about 15-20 times, it will start and dark smoke emitted from the exhaust system. The dealer stated that all codes were normal and suggested the battery be replaced, however they did not replace it and the problem still exist. *jb
ODI 10097034
Electrical System
While driving down the highway i noticed my car was not accelerating when i stepped on the gas. My "service engine light" also went on. The car stalled, and had to be towed back to the dealer. This happened one week after purchasing the car. Since then i have had it back to the dealer six times for the same problem. The car is a 2005 altima 2.5sl. As i'm writing this my car is back at the dealer....again towed…
ODI 10106141