2005 Nissan Altima Engine And Engine Cooling Problems
- 191
- 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 191 stored complaint records:
- 4 indicate a crash
- 4 indicate injury
- 5 indicate fire
What owners report
- Exhaust System · 2 records
- Cooling System · 2 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 72 |
| 30–60k mi | 55 |
| 100–150k mi | 24 |
| 1–30k mi | 10 |
| 150–400k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine And Engine Cooling · Unknown Or Other
I purchased a 2005 nissan altima in 2006, and in 2007 i started having trouble with the car just stopping when i was driving, this has happened several times, thank god i have not had any serious injuries because of this. My mechanic stated that this was a problem with something dealing with my engine computer resulting in circuit malfunction with my crankshaft, and engine speed sensor, the problem with the…
ODI 10232568
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan altima. The service engine light illuminated and the engine revved while the vehicle was idling. The contact was concerned that his vehicle would not pass inspection. The vehicle was repaired for the same failure in january of 2007, but recurred 4,000 miles later. The contact is concerned that the repair will need to be made after every few miles he travels. Nhtsa campaign id number…
ODI 10233654
Engine And Engine Cooling
Dt*: the contact stated the vehicle did not start on several occasions throughout the day. The electrical system was working fine, but the engine would not turn over. The vehicle was towed to a service dealer, where the dealer was unable to determine the problem, but stated that the cause was most likely due to the cold weather.
ODI 10175285
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Other
Car stalling at in traffic, stop lights, and while driving. I was told to replace air filter and have fuel injector service. I did. Car began stalling again. I was told to have throttle body cleaned. I did. Engine light on . Hose put back on. Engine light on again. Was told there was code for idle valve but they didn't know how to address it. They reset computer. Car stalling again. Barely made it across…
ODI 10189159
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
Engine And Engine Cooling · Wiring
Our engine seized up while we were driving, oil light came on and the brake light came on as the car died but not before the car died, while we were out of town coming home from a business trip. The nissan dealership said that the drain plug was missing. The oil light is supposed to come on no matter what when it gets low on oil, that is an electrical problem which is covered under the warranty that they pressured…
ODI 10147462
Air Bags · Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan altima. After the vehicle was purchased, the air bag light illuminated while driving 45 mph. The dealer attempted to repair the failure on several occasions. There was also no oil in the vehicle at the time of purchase. The failure mileage was 9,339.
ODI 10226249
Engine And Engine Cooling
Dt: contact stated her car stopped on her while driving two-three times since mid august 2005. The car started shaking prior to stopping. The contact filed a complaint with the manufacturer. The problem has not been diagnosed. She wanted to file a complaint because she did not feel safe in the car. *ak
ODI 10141679
Engine And Engine Cooling
The car would suddenly stop while driving almost causing fatal accidents. Car was taken to nissan to have a recall fixed for this exact problem. Nissan stated they would not reprogram the ecm under the recall until the crankshaft position sensors were replaced and was charged 350 dollars for parts and labor. The recall stated the sensors could overheat and cause brief interruption to the ecm and cause the car to…
ODI 10226987
Engine And Engine Cooling · Manual Transmission
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan altima. The contact stated that the gears were grinding and the clutch pedal fell down which made it impossible to shift gears. He had to drive onto the emergency lane or apply extreme pressure to the brake pedal until it began to function normally while driving approximately 25 mph. The failure occurred more frequent during the summer. The engines oil pressure decreased to 10 psi.…
ODI 10324290
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
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan altima. The contact experienced engine failure ever since the vehicle was purchased. The engine failed and had to be replaced twice. The first time, the contact heard something pop while driving 60 mph, and the vehicle began smoking. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and was repaired under the extended warranty. When the vehicle was taken in for an oil change, the contact was…
Fire reported
ODI 10231494
Engine And Engine Cooling
OIL CONSUMPTION ON 2005 V6 NISSAN ALTIMA. *TR
ODI 10349381
Engine And Engine Cooling
2005 nissan altima. Consumer seeks reimbursement for a crankshaft position sensor. *tgw the consumer stated the sensor needed to be replaced because the vehicle would intermittently cut off as described in the recall. The consumer was denied reimbursement because the recall only required reprogramming the ecm. The consumer stated the reprogramming of the ecm did not resolve the problem, because a few months later…
ODI 10318615
Engine And Engine Cooling
2005 nissan altima recall for electronic control module. Consumer states that he has taken his vehicle to the dealership for the recall on four different times but they have not performed the recall. *nj the consumer stated there was always an excuse as to why the problem was not corrected.
ODI 10245889
Engine And Engine Cooling
Recall notice for 2005 nissan altima electronic control module. Consumer does not understand why she had to pay for repairs and wants help with being reimbursed for repairs. *nj the consumer stated she had been having problems for months with the vehicle just coming to a stop. The consumer stated the dealer told her, they had fixed the recall, but if she wanted her vehicle to stop stalling, she would need to pay an…
ODI 10242612