1. Nissan Altima
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  4. Automatic Transmission

2005 Nissan Altima Automatic Transmission 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:

  • 1 indicate a crash
  • 0 indicate injury
  • 0 indicate fire

Mileage in stored records

BandRecords
1–30k mi6
60–100k mi5
30–60k mi3

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • July 19, 2011 · 92,000 miles

    Automatic Transmission

    Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan altima. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle and shifting into different gears, it would not move. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they were unable to diagnose the failure. The manufacturer was notifed and they were unaware of the failure. The failure and current mileages were approximately 92,000. The vin was unavailable.

    ODI 10413971

  • February 17, 2010 · 74,000 miles

    Automatic Transmission · Engine · Engine And Engine Cooling

    While driving the vehicle the check engine light came on. Shortly after that the car died. I pulled off the side of the road and after several attempts was able to restart the car. The check engine light has come on in the past and after having the computer cleared the problem goes away. This is the first time that car died on me while driving. The problem usually occurs when i shift from park to drive before the…

    ODI 10312470

  • October 15, 2009 · 76,250 miles

    Automatic Transmission

    I am unable to move the gearshift in my 2005 nissan altima 2.5 l.. According to the nhtsa has issued tsb 04098 in july 2005 on the issue. I ust use a small screwdriver to press the safety switch to move the vehicle. The dealer cost for correction of this problem is $590.00. *tr

    ODI 10289124

  • July 28, 2009 · 29,000 miles

    Automatic Transmission

    The motorist and lawful owner of nissan altima 2005 (29k miles) was driving on cloudy but dry july 21 '09, at 9:50am, 4.5 miles from home to the university of arkansas at little rock. Motorist pulled into the parking lot adjacent to the student center, and drove around looking for suitable parking spot. After one lap at creeping speed of 5 mph, motorist found an unoccupied parking spot facing the woods. Motorist…

    Crash reported

    ODI 10278846

  • June 1, 2009 · 30,000 miles

    Automatic Transmission

    Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan altima. The driver states there was a recall done on the electronic control module last year at 32,433 miles. The contact states they have never had any problems with the vehicle until after the recall was done. The vehicle will jerk while doing high speeds on the highway and recently while driving at 25mph the vehicle completely shut off on it's own. The driver then waited a…

    ODI 10322978

  • April 1, 2009 · 40,500 miles

    Automatic Transmission

    Many times after owning my 2005 nissan, i started having to crank the engine a couple of times before it would start. This should not happen on a car that was only 4 years old when it first started happening. Also the key gets stuck in the ignition which it has been doing for a couple of years. No one knows what it is. I just put it back in drive then park to take the key out. *tr

    ODI 10380004

  • February 11, 2009 · 76,717 miles

    Automatic Transmission · Engine

    Timing chain on my 2005 nissan altima is making a buzzing/whining noise at the engine area. This whole process started on wednesday, february 11, 2009 when the nissan service department found the issue and stated that it should be fixed to the amount of $1,578.00 (+tax). They even sent a "cpia - goodwill recommendation" request to which nissan's message back was "goodwill is not recommended". At that time i…

    ODI 10263179

  • November 1, 2007 · 68,000 miles

    Automatic Transmission

    Automatic transmission solenoid malfunctioned. Caused the car to make loud thud and bang into gear between 1st and 2nd gear. Accident near miss, but no actual wreck. This is a widespread problem as any online forum on the altima reveals... *tr

    ODI 10215666

  • September 9, 2007 · 30,000 miles

    Automatic Transmission · Engine And Engine Cooling

    Tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan altima. While driving 55 mph, the transmission would skip without warning. As of march 25, 2008, the dealer had not inspected the vehicle. The failure mileage was 30,000 and current mileage was 37790.

    ODI 10222267

  • June 29, 2006 · 59,400 miles

    Automatic Transmission

    2005 nissan altima. Noticed transmission slipping at 59,000 miles. Took to local dealership at that time. They refused to even consider it a warranty issue because the transmission fluid was not changed at 30,000 miles. Owners manual has several maintenance schedules. Mine falls into the category of substantial hwy. Driving and does not require the fluid be changed until 100,000 miles. I continued to pursue the…

    ODI 10167866

  • May 22, 2006 · 44,631 miles

    Automatic Transmission · Engine And Engine Cooling · Hubcap/Cover

    Car would stall at low speeds or when stopped. I took the car to the dealership, they explained to me that my crankshaft position sensor was failing and that they would replace it for approximately $600. I then took the car to a private mechanic who replaced the sensor for $222.91. Car purchased in 2004. Additional work required: engine replacement, wheel bearings replacement, transmission replacement, and interior…

    ODI 10216609

  • May 15, 2006 · 19,500 miles

    Automatic Transmission · Service Brakes, Hydraulic

    Dt*: the contact stated while accelerating the transmission hesitates to shift. And when it shifts, it is a rough transition. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who changed the ground wire. This did not correct the problem therefore the dealer determined the transmission needed to be replaced. Also, while depressing the brake pedal the brakes squeaked and when driving at 10 mph the brakes made a squeaking noise.…

    ODI 10159332

  • July 26, 2005

    Automatic Transmission · Catalytic Convertor · Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System · Tank Assembly

    Dt: the contact stated the fuel system and cluster module had to be replaced with less than 800 miles on the vehicle. There was a pinging noise coming from under the mid section. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, and they stated this noise was normal. A local mechanic determined it was a broken catalytic converter. Based on complaints on a website she felt that a clamp nut may be loose. This has not been…

    ODI 10145995

  • June 11, 2005 · 4,200 miles

    Automatic Transmission · Vehicle Speed Control

    Dt: had the vehicle 3 months and transmission replaced. Noticed when driving the vehicle it accelerated, then when letting off the accelerator was pulling back like a rubber band effect. Currently, that the transmission been replaced when making a right turn it makes a clanking noise . Also, can feel every bump in the road.*ak

    ODI 10126439

  • April 10, 2005 · 2,500 miles

    Automatic Transmission

    When accelerating, the car attempts to change gears and hesitates before changing into the next gear. When hesitating, the car loses acceleration and sometimes when it does change into the next gear, there is a loud clunk noise. It only happens occasionally. The dealership has already replaced the transmission solenoid pack but that has not fixed the problem.*ak

    ODI 10118466

  • January 10, 2005

    Automatic Transmission · Engine And Engine Cooling · Rack And Pinion · Rim

    Purchased a 05 altima in june of 2004. I have had nothing but problems. I took the car in at 19,000 and told them my car shakes and there is a ticking in the front end. Sounds like it is coming from the engine. You can feel the shaking in the seats, gear shift and steering wheel. Not to mention the shaking continues to knock my windows out of place. The shaking happens when your are sitting at a stop light and while…

    ODI 10156841