2006 Nissan Altima Engine And Engine Cooling Problems
- 135
- 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 135 stored complaint records:
- 2 indicate a crash
- 1 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- engine engine · 31 records
- engine cooling · 29 records
- position sensor · 28 records
- engine light · 21 records
- crankshaft position · 20 records
- crank shaft · 20 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 35 |
| 1–30k mi | 29 |
| 30–60k mi | 20 |
| 100–150k mi | 13 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine And Engine Cooling
2006 nissan altima. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle engine issues and crankshaft sensors recall. *smd the consumer stated the check engine light illuminated and the vehicle shut off, while driving below 30 mph. The consumer discovered a recall had been issued for her make, model and year. However, she was informed the recall covered specific vehicle identification numbers and hers was not included/ *jb
ODI 10849532
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that vehicle was previously serviced for nhtsa campaign number: 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling); however, while driving at low speeds, the engine stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure was unable to be duplicated. The failure recurred multiple times. The manufacturer…
ODI 10735133
Engine And Engine Cooling
2006 nissan altima. Consumer writes in regards to crankshaft position sensor recall issues. *smd the consumer stated the vehicle stalled twice, without warning and for no apparent reason, while in traffic. The consumer referenced recall # 07v52700. However, the consumer was informed, her vehicle was not included in the recall.*jb
ODI 10626714
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline
A "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" LIGHT INDICATES. *TR
ODI 10586697
Engine · Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that vehicle consumed oil at an alarming rate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was found that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number 06v223000 (engine and engine cooling). The failure mileage was 76,000.…
ODI 10536943
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
I own a 2006 nissan altima ser. I have had the motor replaced and the entire clutch kit and slave cylinder replaced. After having the clutch parts replaced the pedal stuck to the floor a small handful of times. Now, it is nearly a daily occurrence and it is consistently lasting longer and longer each time. It still allows for sporadic shifting in non specific gears while the pedal is on the floor. I can pick up the…
ODI 10555003
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
Vehicle stalled while driving in heavy traffic while on my way home. After several minutes, vehicle started and i was able to drive home. Sel came on and error code said "crankshaft position sensor". Took it to my local garage and was told this was a very common problem on nissan altima. Contacted dealership and was told there was no issue with this car or sensor but they could reprogram the ecm to fix it. Went…
ODI 10523703
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Vehicle Speed Control
6/08 - car lurched and tried to stall on interstate and check engine light came on. Was able to drive to mechanic's shop. Issue was determined to be the crankshaft position sensor by mechanic, and part was replaced with an oem part but this did not resolve the problem so the sensor was removed and replaced with the sensor that was pulled out. Was able to drive to dealership from mechanic's shop on 6/15 (yes, he had…
ODI 10520036
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
While traveling on the interstate we stopped at a rest area. When trying to leave the rest area the car would not start. After a few tries it finally started and the check engine light came on. Continue to have problems starting the car. I took the car to my mechanic and he ran a diagnostic test on it. He called and said it was a sensor. After looking up the diagnostic code he told me my car had a recall for the…
ODI 10522331
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that the dealer inspected the vehicle and stated that the vehicle exhibited excessive oil consumption. The contact spoke with the manufacturer regarding nhtsa recall campaign id number: 06v223000 (engine and engine cooling) and was told that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 76,000 and the…
ODI 10514787
Engine And Engine Cooling
My check engine light came on, and upon having the code read which stated there was an error with the crankshaft position sensor. Upon driving the car that day, i went to accelerate after stopping at a yield sign and the car shut off and all the start up lights appeared. I coasted off to the side of the road and was able to start it back up with no problems. The next day, i was able to get it in the shop, and my…
ODI 10505161
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
'service engine soon' lite came on. Dealer scanned for trouble codes p0725,p0335. Was told the "crankshaft position sensor" needs replacing, and was charged $130. The dealer wants to charge me $425 to replace 'cps'. Was told that there was no recall for this situation. Found out later thru the internet that there were 600 incidents concerning 'cps'. The dealer should fix this with no charge. Nhtsa #07v527000 recall…
ODI 10505296
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel System, Gasoline
While driving on the i95 the car shut off and would not restart at 55mph. Thank god, i did not get into an accident and was able to coast over to the guardrail. I had to have my car towed to my mechanic that informed me it appeared to be the crankshaft sensor and said since it was a recall item i should have it brought to my local nissan dealer. I had the car towed to miller nissan in fairfield ct and informed them…
ODI 10475943
Engine · Engine And Engine Cooling
My service engine light came on and my vehicle's engine lurched forward, as if it was not getting gas. I made it home without incident. I thought i had purchased bad gas. The next morning my car would not start, it took several times for it to final start. This has happened on several occasions. I ran a scan and the scan said i needed to replace the crankshaft sensor which i did and it did no good. The engine is…
ODI 10475825
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel/Propulsion System
I bought the car in may 2009. Up until june 2013, no problems other than regular maintenance. Car overheats and has been since june 2013 on and off. Have had battery replaced 2 times, tune up, crank shaft sensor replaced, broken seal replaced (that keeps oil/coolant) in car. Have had problems with car not starting, engine turns over but won't start. I have to keep putting anti-freeze in car before i drive it every…
ODI 10553952
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling
While i was driving the "service engine soon" light came on & stayed on then my car became sluggish & i pulled to the side of the road & it cut off, it wouldn't start after trying to restart it 4 or 5 times, then it started back up & i began to drive & the car jerked then became sluggish once again & cut off, "service engine soon" light remained on. *tr
ODI 10457990
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. While driving approximately 5 mph, the engine stalled with the illumination of the warning indicator. The vehicle restarted and resumed normally. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and they stated that the crank shaft sensor would need to be replaced. There was a recall related to the defect under nhtsa campaign id number 07v527000 (engine and…
ODI 10456986
Engine And Engine Cooling
I have a 2006 nissan altima and i can only go about 800 miles per quart of oil. Is there a way to get this resolved and have nissan fix this problem? Thank you. *tr
ODI 10455311
Engine And Engine Cooling · Vehicle Speed Control
While driving at 55 mph in highway, there was a brief speed interruption without warning. Then service engine soon light was on. I took the vehicle to the local mechanic for a diagnostic test. The test results showed a failure with the crank shaft sensor. The mechanic replaced the crank shaft sensor but the repair did not remedy the issue. It happens only on highway speed. *tr
ODI 10455232
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving at various speeds. The contact also experienced difficulty restarting the vehicle occasionally. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the engine speed input circuit and crank shaft position circuit needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was…
ODI 10456139
Engine And Engine Cooling
Experienced a violent shake 03/25/2012 while driving. Had it checked by a dealer 03/27/2012. Multi-point inspection, power steering system flush, auto transmission fluid service, and premium fuel service completed 03/27/2012. The engine died while driving on 4/11/2012. On 4/12/2012, dealer says loss of compression, and suggested an engine rebuild. *tr
ODI 10455063
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that when the ignition was started, a loud rattling noise emitted from the engine area. The failure occurred during the initial start up and when driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the engine piston ring needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the…
ODI 10498127
Electronic Stability Control · Engine And Engine Cooling · Vehicle Speed Control
CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR SIGNAL. *TR
ODI 10450522
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. A local mechanic diagnosed that the crank shaft position sensor was defective. The dealer also diagnosed and confirmed the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but advised the contact that nhtsa campaign id number: 06v223000 (engine and engine cooling) did not…
ODI 10451526
Engine And Engine Cooling
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving 30 mph. In addition, the vehicle intermittently would not start. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a diagnostic test and the mechanic stated that the crank shaft position sensor was faulty. The contact noticed the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 07v527000 (engine and engine…
ODI 10446105