2006 Nissan Altima Engine Problems
- 154
- 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 154 stored complaint records:
- 3 indicate a crash
- 2 indicate injury
- 5 indicate fire
What owners report
- check engine · 30 records
- engine light · 29 records
- needed replaced · 20 records
- failure mileage · 17 records
- crank shaft · 15 records
- position sensor · 15 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 58 |
| 60–100k mi | 43 |
| 150–400k mi | 20 |
| 30–60k mi | 6 |
| 1–30k mi | 4 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that the engine oil was consuming prematurely. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer to have a diagnostic performed. The manufacturer advised that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign number 06v223000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 63,000 and the current mileage was 64,000.
ODI 10514777
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that while parked, the engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. The mechanic stated that the crank shaft position sensor and the engine speed sensor would have to be replaced. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign number: 06v223000 (engine and engine cooling) but was advised…
ODI 10500830
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall without warning when at a complete stop or when driving at very low speeds. The check engine warning light was constantly illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who advised the contact that the crankshaft position failed and needed to be replaced. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 07v527000: (engine…
ODI 10500972
Engine
This past january, we went out to our vehicle in the morning & it would not start. Had it diagnosed, came back as the crank shaft sensor. We had it replaced. Now in november we are having issues with it again. While driving a steady speed on the highway it will what feels like jump/slam into gear. Check engine light has come on, had it diagnosed comes back as crank shaft sensor. Did research online, come to find out…
ODI 10553352
Engine
Morning 6 am while driving to airport all of sudden some thing cause the car to stall randomly while driving. Imagine that happening at 65mph on the highway! That freaked me out! , after diagnosed they said the problem actually lies in a faulty sensor. I'm surprised more people haven't filed complaints about this as it seems many people have the same problem and it is a serious safety concern as it can cause the car…
ODI 10491590
Electrical System · Electronic Stability Control · Engine
I had a recall on my 2006 nissan altima 2.5l & i took it to the dealer in 2010 because the car engine will shut off when driven. It occurred multiple times & several times it occurred on a highway going at 60 miles per hours. I took it in to the dealer & the changed the part because of the recall. After battling for month to get my money back form the dealer the problem is occurring again. In 2012. I tried to trade…
ODI 10579049
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that the vehicle gave a hard jerk while driving 60-65 mph. The contact performed a diagnostic on the vehicle and located the failure at the crank shaft position sensor. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was contacted and advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in nhtsa campaign id number: 07v527000 (engine and engine…
ODI 10493800
Engine
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 where the contact was informed that the electronic control module (ecm) and crank shaft position circuit needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
ODI 10546202
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. While the vehicle was at a dealer for routine service, the technician noticed excessive engine oil consumption. The contact had to constantly refill the vehicle with engine oil. In addition, while driving 30 mph, the vehicle began to shake. The contact pulled over, but the vehicle stalled. The service engine warning light illuminated. The contact was able to restart the…
ODI 10853988
Engine
My vehicle is having trouble when starting and i had a scan code done by auto zone which said it was the crankshaft position sensor. I saw there was a recall for 2006 nissan altima for this problem so i went to the dealer to inquire about the recall and they stated there was no recall. *tr
ODI 10475531
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that while driving 40 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact made several attempts to restart the vehicle before the vehicle responded. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop where the mechanic replaced the battery however, the failure recurred. The service engine warning light also illuminated. The vehicle was then taken to dealer who…
ODI 10475987
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. While driving 45 mph, the vehicle seized and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact also noticed smoking coming from the driver's side tale pipe. The contact would have to turn the vehicle off and back on for it to resume normal operation. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the engine control module needed to be…
ODI 11242354
Engine
I have been losing oil for a couple of years now and i just kept putting it in about once a month. Nobody could find out where it was coming from. I kept asking at oil changes. I just recently had it in to replace the valve cover gasket and tune up ($1200.00) because valve cover was leaking oil into the spark plugs and all over.. Well, they fixed it and i noticed it sounded like it was out of oil again. So i took it…
ODI 10667035
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
Engine
My 2006 nissan altima 2.5 sl appears to be part of a recall (ntb06-028) for excessive oil consumption. The car began exhibiting the symptoms of the recall concerning excessive oil burning at 120k miles in late june 2012. The problem started suddenly, burning one quart every 600 miles and with in two weeks one quart every 300-350 miles. Throughout my ownership of the car the vehicle had always been properly…
ODI 10479287
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated while driving 70 mph, the vehicle decelerated independently and would not respond to acceleration attempts. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that they had to replace the crank shaft. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 81,000 and the current mileage 82,000. The vin…
ODI 10464261
Engine
After driving for 30-40 minutes at interstate speed and stopping at exit the engine would rattle. Took it to the dealer several times and paid for a couple of the suggested repairs, we decided to research it and take it to a shop for repairs. The timing chains and guides all needed replacing. This should be a recall. *js
ODI 10463979
Engine
Problem began with engine jerking at high speeds. Then check engine light came on. Codes indicated crank shaft sensor and cam shaft sensors. Replaced both. Within 6 months problem started all over again with the same codes and this time the car started losing power while driving at low speeds and sometimes doesn't start. Also still having the engine jerking at high speeds. Vehicle just doesn't seem to have much…
ODI 10531715
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima 2.5. While driving approximately 45 mph, the contact experienced a slight reduction in engine power with hesitation. The engine warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel continuously. The contact was able to continue in operation. On a separate occasion the engine failed to start until after numerous attempts. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for…
ODI 10460282
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact had just received an oil change by her personal mechanic. The vehicle was taken back to the mechanic and the contact was informed that the crankshaft position sensor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified and they informed the contact that the vehicle was not…
ODI 10459567
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph the check engine light illuminated. The failure recurred one week later. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis and the contact was informed that the crankshaft position sensor would need replacing. The vehicle was repaired. The contact referenced nhtsa campaign id number: 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling) however…
ODI 10465529
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated he was checking the oil level on the vehicle and noticed that he had lost 2/4 of oil in a week. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnose that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in recall nhtsa campaign id…
ODI 10472778
Engine
Tl* the contacts owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the check engine light illuminated. The contact had the crankshaft position sensor replaced at local repair shop and after driving a few miles, the check engine light illuminated again. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id…
ODI 10459173
Engine
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that while traveling 40 mph, the rpms decreased abnormally. The contact also mentioned that the vehicle stalled on a separate occasion with the illumination of the check engine warning light. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 113,000.
ODI 10475860
Engine
Abnormal engine noise has been apparent since i bought it in 2011. I especially notice it at start up and it has become increasingly harder to start on first try. Independent service shop confirmed the timing chain tensioner needs replaced.
ODI 10869995