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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

BandRecords
60–100k mi35
1–30k mi29
30–60k mi20
100–150k mi13
150–400k mi3

Complaint records

Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.

  • December 16, 2008 · 38,000 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. While driving less than 60 mph, the vehicle would stall and start intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop and they stated that there was a defect in the crankshaft sensor. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling). The failure and current mileages were less than 38,000.

    ODI 10252305

  • November 23, 2008

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    DEFECTIVE CRANKSHAFT SENSOR. *TR

    ODI 10250194

  • September 11, 2008 · 46,800 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    Recall id# 6827 on certain passenger vehicles equipped with a 2.5l engine, the crankshaft position sensor can overheat causing a brief interruption in the signal output from the sensor. If the interruption in the signal from the crankshaft position sensor is so brief that the electronic control module (ecm) logic does not have time to diagnose the condition, the engine may stop running without warning while the…

    ODI 10242550

  • July 9, 2008 · 74,000 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. While idling in traffic, the engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was able to be restarted. Several days later, the battery warning light illuminated and the vehicle stalled again. The dealer stated that the crank shaft position sensor overheated. The manufacturer confirmed that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 07v527000…

    ODI 10234648

  • June 17, 2008 · 33,000 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling · Front · Power Train

    Had to replace engine on nissan altima 06 with only 33,000 mi dealer would not give the reason why. Front struts needs replacing after 39,000. Also replace transmission seal@39,000mi. *tr

    ODI 10257004

  • May 2, 2008

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. While driving 35 mph, the instrument panel lights illuminated. Prior to the illumination, the vehicle shook, jerked, and stalled. The failure occurs the most when at a stop or approaching a stop. The contact must pull off the road and make several attempts to restart the vehicle after the stalling occurs. The dealer identified the cause of the failure as the crankshaft…

    ODI 10226901

  • April 19, 2008 · 30,000 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    Engine shut off going between 60-70 mph while attempting to pass 18 wheeler on 3 lane interstate 35. Had headlight replaced 4 days before incident and was advised about a recall, choose to have the recall work done at that time also. Service advisor claimed that the recall had nothing to do with the malfunction, said they had trouble getting the car started and noted something about the rpm's, said they test drove…

    ODI 10226342

  • March 29, 2008 · 37,425 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    I had a 2003 nissan altima that stalled on i95 (3) times before it was correctly diagnosed as a crank sensor issue and became a major recall for nissan. In july 2006 i leased another nissan altima after the engine was completed damaged on my 2003 altima due to another recall regarding oil consumption issues. I inquired a few months ago at a routine service visit if my current 2006 nissan was part of the "crank…

    ODI 10223013

  • December 2, 2007 · 14,000 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    I purchased a brand new 2006 nissan altima on january 10th 2007 it only had 30 miles on it, i loved the car had minor problems with noise etc, had the oil changed on time through the dealer i never received any notice about the recall? A car pulled out in front of my car so my front end hit the side of his car and my car instantly caught on fire? The police/fire dept can not figure out why it caught on fire because…

    Crash reported · Fire reported · 3 injuries

    ODI 10211087

  • November 29, 2007

    Engine And Engine Cooling · Rear

    I bought a 2006 nissan altima in november of 2005. I have now had this vehicle for 2 years. I just came across 2 recalls online by accident. I was never notified of these recalls and they both appear to be very serious. 1- (#06v223000) from june 2006 involving "engine and engine cooling" that lists excessive oil consumption and possibly engine fire and 2- (06v0046000) from feb. 2006 involving rear suspension and…

    ODI 10210267

  • October 20, 2007 · 32,000 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. While driving approximately 10 mph, when the vehicle idled between 750 to 1000 and the brakes are engaged, there was a noise present in the engine. The dealer replaced the motor mount; however, the failure occurred immediately after it was repaired. The dealer stated that the part may need time to adjust. An appointment was rescheduled to diagnose the failure on january 7,…

    ODI 10214970

  • October 1, 2007

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    I bought a nissan 2006 altima and i was told that the motor was a recall but had been replaced when i purchased the auto, since then 1 yr later i had another recall to replace the motor again. The headliner has been replaced and it still has a spot where i believe it is leaking. My pickup as in the motor isn't working properly when i put my foot on the gas it takes time for it to move. I have taken it in on a…

    ODI 10211028

  • August 1, 2007 · 24,000 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    Car shakes when idles as if it will turn off, but only sporadically. This started at 24,000 miles. Check engine light comes on throwing various codes. Dealer has put on new gas cap, gas seal, fuel pump, fuel canister and air flow regulator. Car still shaking, check engine light on again and after 11 times in the shop...here we go again to the shop so they can check the code, put in on vacuum, drive it around and…

    ODI 10198230

  • May 29, 2007 · 59,038 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    Vehicle failed to start on several occasions. The first time at 28,214 miles. Had vehicle towed to dealer after hours. Vehicle started for them next day. Dealer suggested it was a sensor acting up but no code was recorded. When it happened the second and third times, i was able to trick it into started by removing several fuses and clearing the engine of excess fuel. Car would start. I read about this trick on the…

    ODI 10254341

  • May 25, 2007 · 3,000 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. On may 25, 2008, while approaching a stop sign, the vehicle stalled. There was no steering power or braking ability. In order to avoid crashing into another vehicle, the contact pulled into a nearby alley and clipped the front end of a parked vehicle. The vehicle did not stop until it crashed into a pole. She called the police and her insurance agent to report the crash, and…

    Crash reported

    ODI 10225377

  • April 12, 2007

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact saw an alert on the television in january of 2008 that the 2002-2006 nissan altima's have a defect with the electronic control module. The dealer stated that they could not locate any failure. On march 20, 2008, the contact received a recall notice for this same failure. She is concerned about the length of time it took to be informed of nhtsa campaign id number…

    ODI 10221889

  • March 1, 2007 · 12,334 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Wiring

    2006 nissan altima customer received recall letter and has been unable to get car fix and can't let the car sit and pay car note and insurance**cc the consumer stated a new engine was installed in the vehicle due to a recall. Three weeks later, the vehicle went into limp mode and the speed decreased. The vehicle was towed and the consumer was later informed that the vehicle needed a new transmission. The consumer…

    ODI 10190037

  • March 1, 2007

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    2006 nissan altima. Consumer is seeking reimbursement for an extended warranty she purchased. Contacts vehicle was included in a recall for engine fire in which nissan provided an extended warranty for precautionary measures. *mc *jb

    ODI 10187902

  • February 23, 2007 · 4,938 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. On december 18, 2006, the contact received recall notice # 06v223000 (engine and engine cooling). He has taken his vehicle to nissan seven to eight times, but the vehicle is still leaking oil every 500 miles. Nissan's corporate office stated that this is a minor issue and would contact him within 48 hours. The dealer reprogrammed the ecm twice and stated that this was normal…

    ODI 10190512

  • February 23, 2007

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    Tl* - the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact received recall 06v223000 , and she did not t feel safe driving the vehicle. The notice stated that the vehicle could possibly catch on fire. She didn't care what was fixed on the vehicle. The owner purchased the vehicle in march 2006 ,and was informed of the recall in april 2006. The dealer and the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not affected by the…

    ODI 10183384

  • February 7, 2007

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    Tl*- the contact stated that there had been no failure to date with the 2006 nissan altima. The contact complained that there was an engine recall on the vehicle, and she thought it should not be. The vehicle was new, and the contact believed that there shouldn't be any failures with it so soon. The current mileage was 9025.*ak

    ODI 10183627

  • January 25, 2007 · 13,000 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    Tl * - the contact took the vehicle to a dealer in coral springs, florida for nhtsa recallcampaign id number: 06v223000 regarding the engine and engine cooling. The dealer was going to replace the engine with a new engine. The contact told the dealer that he wanted proof that it would be a new engine, and dealer urged him to call the manufacturer. The contact called the manufacturer, and the manufacturer stated that…

    ODI 10180837

  • January 14, 2007 · 3,750 miles

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    Tl* - the contact changed the oil himself on the 2006 nissan altima. He first changed the oil at 500 miles ,and at that time 4 1/2 quarts came out that is the amount of oil he put in. The contact s changed the oil again at 3750 only 3 quarts came out. He knew that he put 4 1/2 quarts in the first time. The contact took the vehicle to the nissan dealer and explained what happened. The contact was told they would send…

    ODI 10180968

  • January 1, 2007

    Engine And Engine Cooling

    Recommended fix for the 2006 nissam altima potential engine fire is to update the electronic contol module which will ensure the engine will go into limp mode in the event the oil levle drops to an unacceptable level. If the car goes in limp mode the engine rpms will not exceed 1800 rpms, this restriction will prevent the car from traveling more than 25 mph. If the vehicle goes into limp mode while traveling on a…

    ODI 10188010

  • December 28, 2006

    Engine And Engine Cooling · Mechanical

    I received a letter asking me to bring my car for the engine recall on my '06 nissan altima. Unfortunately my vehicle was affected, if i didn't proceed with the recall request my vehicle could lead to an engine fire. My car was in the shop for less than 24hours, it's engine was replaced with a re-built engine. I do not know if old engine is available. *jb

    ODI 10180893