2005 Nissan Altima Body Problems
- 293
- 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 293 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 3 indicate injury
- 0 indicate fire
What owners report
- passenger side · 54 records
- floor boards · 32 records
- side floor · 24 records
- floor board · 21 records
- front passenger · 17 records
- rusted through · 17 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 111 |
| 60–100k mi | 93 |
| 150–400k mi | 30 |
| 30–60k mi | 16 |
| 1–30k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Body
I have just discovered that my 2005 nissan altima is rusting under the driver side and also under the passenger side. Under the driver side the rusting is worse, i can just peel off the the rusting area with my bare hands. I know that this type is problem is common with these vehicles, i have seen several pictures published by other nissan altima owners on the internet. My car has 86000 miles on it and it is 6 years…
ODI 10433049
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan altima. The contact stated the floor boards on the driver and passenger side were rotten. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated the repair cost would be $440 per side in order to repair the floor boards and they were out sourcing the repairs to a body shop. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who will replace the floor boards at the owners expense for $600. The…
ODI 10430758
Body
RUSTED FLOOR BOARD ON PASSENGER SIDE. *TR
ODI 10428853
Body
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan altima. The contact stated that the vehicle was being examined by an independent repair shop for a state inspection when she was informed that there was a very large hole in the frame under the vehicle. The hole was the result of severe rust and corrosion. The vehicle was then taken to an authorized dealer and the failure was confirmed. A complaint was also filed with the…
ODI 10427742
Body
While having the oil changed it was brought to the owner's attention that the passenger front floorboard was completely rusted through. The vehicle was taken to a body shop where they advised to take the vehicle to the local nissan dealer because there was no other rust on the car and the extent of perforation was so severe the body shop said there must be some problem with the way the car was assembled. The car was…
ODI 10430385
Body
'2005' nissan altima 2.5 sl. Noticed a large area of rust under the passenger front floorboard when car was on a lift. Did a search online and found that there were numerous complaints for this same problem. Affected years '02' - '06'. Many others have contacted nissan and they have refused repair. *tr
ODI 10414954
Body
There is a rusted hole on the passenger side floor of the car. The hole is the size of a softball with rusted metal around the area of the hole. Apparently this is common on 2002-2006 nissan altimas. The car has never been in an accident and has been well maintained. *tt
ODI 10407637
Body
To whom it may concern: i purchased a 2005 nissan altima in july 2009. Recently, i had my car inspected and a rust perforation was noticed on the underside of the passenger side. It is the size of a baseball which is through the first layer of metal. I spoke with the dealer, where i purchased the vehicle, and they stated that my warranty for perforation was 5 years and has expired. I had planned on repairing it…
ODI 10410586
Body
During a routine brake inspection it was brought to my atttention the floorboards on the passenger side (front seat) have corroded to the point where a finger could punch through the floor. The damage is isolated and appears to be from a faulty drain system from the air conditioning unit. After driving the car for over an hour with the air running, there is no draining on the floor of my garage. It appears the water…
ODI 10425487
Body
Vehicle was brought for routine inspection. 2 holes were discovered in floor panels that prevented it from passing vt inspection. Corrosion was from inside out under both front seats not visible from vehicle interior. Vehicle has been garaged since purchase 6/25/04. Corrosion is excessive for age and mileage even in an area prone to road salt corrosion. Multiple complaints have been filed on model years 2001-2005…
ODI 10400289
Body
Defective drain system for water run off has caused passenger and driver side floor pan to rust completely through. There are holes in my floor where feet are placed. *tr
ODI 10703953
Body
Car purchased new ,05 altima ser 3.5, $30,000 price tag. Noticed rust at approx 3/11, took to dealer they claimed never having seen anything like it before told me to contact nissan corp and file complaint, i did ( file #[xxx]) dealership also took pictures and sent them to nissan. " [xxx]" nissan regional specialist ( ex: # 457225) stated it was not there problem "rust happens". Rust in floorboards on passenger…
ODI 10442013
Body
I have bought brand new 2005 nissan altima 3.5se in october of 2004. Just yesterday during my oil change i have noticed a hole underneath the car and rusted area in the diameter of a foot or so. Flooring rusted and it was obviously result of not forced damage but defective materials used to make the car flooring. I am finding forums and loads of complaints that right after the warranty is expired car's flooring…
ODI 10329506
Body · Structure
Took my car in to be inspected (pa inspection). Floor pan on my 2005 altima is completely rusted through on the passenger side of the vehicle. Needs to have floor pan replaced. This car has very low mileage, is clean and garage kept. Checked the internet, and noticed quite a few complaints about rust on the passenger and drive side. Nothing else is showing rust. How can one part completely rust out and the remaining…
ODI 10319934
Body
What once was two decent sized rust areas on the floorboard of my nissan altima is now two gaping holes in which you can see and put your hand straight through and touch the ground outside if it wasn't for the carpet. I first noticed it when i was getting an oil change and my mechanic pointed out to me. The it all made sense because when ever it rained or snowed badly in my area i would always have wet floors and at…
ODI 10438930
Body
FRONT FLOORBOARDS RUSTED THROUGH
ODI 11075136
Body
The floor pan of the passenger and driver's side of the vehicle rusted out after only 5 years of owning the vehicle. It is now so bad that you can push your foot right through the floor pan of the vehicle to the pavement below. I go to great lengths to take care of my vehicles and even rinse the underbody of the car after storms to remove the salt. I've never had a car rust out so quickly and in such a . *tr
ODI 10704115
Body · Structure
I would like to report a situation i had with my leased 2005 altima that could be a serious problem for drivers and i think you should look into for a possible call back. Seven (7) of the clips ( part 01553-09321) came off the car while driving, causing the lower engine cover to fall down and hanging by the remaining clips. Not knowing the problem, i was startled and had to quickly pull over to see what the problem…
ODI 10211842