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Nissan Altima • Stalling • Engine problems • Gas tank • Steering • Paint --- • Other Nissan Models

Christine of Levittown, PA August 6, 2009

Just today I found out the NEWEST problem I'm having with my 2004 Nissan Altima is the Crank Sensor. About a month ago I paid 120 for the CAM sensor replacement. Same symptom but different sensor this time. The car's "Service Engine Soon" light comes on and next thing you know the car won't restart after shutting it off. I've only got 62K miles on this car and drive it locally and this is the second unnecessary issue I've had with this car. The first was when after having it not even a year, the car started making noises going over bumps. I took it in as it was covered under warranty and they told me they fixed the problem.

The next year the same problem started up again. Again, I was under warranty so I brought it in to be fixed. The third winter, it started again and when I complained that it was the same exact problem, Nissan refused to cover the warranty since it had expired. I wrote and complained and my claim was "denied". The offered to repair the car for 700. I refuse to pay the money for something they should've covered and have never had it repaired. Every winter I just "deal with" the noise. I am unbelievably disappointed in both the Nissan brand AND the service and will NEVER buy another Nissan product. This is my second Nissan with problems, and I won't be fooled a third time.

feliciano of queen creek, AZ August 4, 2009

as i was reading the complaints from other nissan consumers we all have the same issue with the crankshaft position sensor. i took my car to the car wash and after i drove off the service engine soon light came on so i took my car to autozone and they gave me the obd II codes p0335 and p0735. so i went to the auto parts store and i bought the cps and i replace the damage sensor so after replacing it i reset the computer after a couple of miles service engine soon came back so at this ponit i honeslty dont know whats causing the issue

Getie of Springfied , IL July 30, 2009

I bought 2003 Nissan Altima Summer of 2006 from a dealer a week later the car engine started stopping with out any warning while I am driving. I called the dealer and I was told there is a recall on this car. I took my 2003 Nissan Altima to the dealer for the crankshaft position recall (nhtsa campaign id number: 06v242000). After a week now the ses light started illuminated indicating that the crankshaft position sensor needs to be replaced. Then again the engine start to die while I am driving 60 in a highway or 25 in drive way. Nissan obviously know reprogram the ECM would not resolve the engine cooling problem. However, Nissan failed to respond to complains and endanger consumers for critical injuries and deaths.

I am single mother who is in a very tight budget who can not afford to fix this ca or to buy another car. Last week , in the morning around 7 PM, after dropping my baby to day care (luckily) I tried to cross the street, but the engine died without any warning , first the car behind me crashed my back light MY BACK STILL HURSTS! But one can only imagine what would happen if it was in a highway. The next day I get a loan and went to Nissan dealer and the mechanic verified and told me it is a crankshaft failure and need to be replaced for 300. He also confirmed that Programming the ECM does not resolve this problem but he does not know why they did not put this in recall.

It seems to me that if this defect is common, and it obviously if it could cause crashes and, therefore injury or even death, that Nissan would be obliged to rectify the problem--obviously they are not. I called to Nissan and was told that it is only my problem, but the truth is every Nissan Altima owners has the same problem. I am writing this to gather all crankshaft failure problems so that we can put this on the news. Thanks

Dina of Worden, MT July 30, 2009

Last week I started haveing problems starting my 2005 Nissan Altima. We bought the car new and have had no other issues. Up until having this problem I was satisfied with Nissan. Found that there was a recall regarding the EMC. Took it to the dealership and they charged me 41.00 to hook my car up to the computer and told me that the crank sensor needed to be replaced and that this would cost 160.00, even though this seems to be a manufactuers problem. I am not very happy with Nissan and on my next car purchase will not consider a Nissan!!!!

Chris of jensen beach, FL July 29, 2009

2003 nissan altima with the 2.5l engine. Began experiencing power loss associated with excessive, non-provoked revving of the engine. Check engine light came on and upon testing showed no codes or problems. Phenomenon occurs 3 more times, but always runs afterwards. Then a major stall out, engine won't restart. Tow to the garage and a quick inspection by the mechanic finds no oil in the crankcase. We have been changing the oil every 3000-5000 miles and it had been less than 1000 miles since the most recent oil change. Engine ruined, replaced with a new used engine. Cycle begins again.

New engine has experienced power downs and non-provoked revving identical to the previous engine with the check engine light coming on. System checks have revealed oxygen sensing codes, transmission codes and catalytic converter codes. The nissan service department does not think any of these codes are causing the problem. Very similar to a lot of other experiences listed on this websight.

Shanay of Hartford, CT July 29, 2009

I purchased a nissan altima in 2007 of april and a couple of months after there were recalls on the vehicle and i went to the nissan dealership and they said they reset the computer for the crankshaft and i believe the drop was not done properly because the problem is worse and when i'm driving on the highway my car drive slow and it jerks and i'm scared my car may stop on the highway and cause an accident. all 2005 nissan altima should have a recall on this again and be fixed at no charge.

Pierre of Gatineau, QC July 24, 2009

Last night my 2007 Altima 2.5 S would not start in my own driveway and dash symbols, dome light and even the car lights were flashing randomly with some weird ticking sound coming from the dash. I couldn't even lock the door with the remote. First I thought the smart key was faulty and I tried my wife's. I even tried to insert both devices into the backup slot on the left under the steering console. No go. I hooked up my intelligent charger (carefully following Nissan's instructions) and the battery indicated 80% charge. I still charged it up to 100% and the charger never complained.

I called Nissan Canada for road side assistance and since the dealer's gates were locked they said to call back this morning. I got the car towed to the dealer. This morning they called back indicating that the battery was toast and that I had to pay 50% of its value since it was in its second year. 30,000 for a car and with less than 24,000 Km they wanted me to pay 75 for the same Nissan original part telling me their batteries are better than others and that is why they cost more... I bought a Costco battery for 80 for my Silverado 8 years ago and it still runs great!!! What am I missing here...??? I called Nissan Canada and they were ever worst, they said they didn't cover the battery at all on their warranty and they pushed the ball back to the dealer... wonderful service practices!... That car is going for sale next week and I am bying a Toyota.

Mike of Clinton, IA July 10, 2009

We bought our Nissan Altima in 2006. We were very excited when we bought it but have had trouble ever since. The push button start fails to start about 2 out of 5 times. We have to pump the brakes numerous times in hopes to start it. we have had it to the dealership twice. Both times they say they can not find anything wrong. So we pick it up to find it will start all over again. now the drivers seat{witch they have fixed once} is broke again! We've had it and will never buy another Nissan product. What a lemon.

Sheryl of Washington, DC July 10, 2009

I currently own a 2003 Nissan Altima 2.5s. I purchased this car brand new. The car only has a little over 35,000 good miles, which is excellent for the age of the car. I don't have a long commute and I seldom drive the car more than 10 miles at a time. I have been having serious problems with the car shutting of while it's in motion. The first time it occurred I was making a right turn into a parking lot, the steering wheel locked and I was unable to move the car without putting it in neutral and I almost got hit in the rear by another car. The second time it occurred, I was at a stop light and the car shut off again. The third time I was on the highway at night, the car shut off again and I was driving about 40mph which almost resulted in an accident. The fourth, fifth and sixth time it shut off, I was trying to get it out of my parking garage. This is a very serious situation that could have had very catastrophic consequences. This is very uncommon in a car that has only 35,000 miles.

I called Nissan North America to inquire about any recalls to my vehicle and what they described was the exact same problem I was having with my car. The problem was due to a faulty ECM(engine control module). My next step was to have my car towed and diagnosed at a local Nissan Dealership. I followed through and ended up leaving my car there overnight. The following day they called and said my problem was due to the CAM position sensor and Crank position sensor not working properly due to them being drenched with oil. They said in order for the ECM (engine control module) to be reprogrammed, the Crank and CAM positing sensors had to be replaced and this was not part of the recall. I in turn have to pay out of pocket for towing fees, parts and labor which total 500.05 and on top of that I was not offered shuttle service or a car to rent after leaving my car with them overnight.

After doing some research on the problem, I learned that the problem stems from the location of the sensor. Therefore it's a problem with the design of the engine. I believe Nissan needs to take responsibility for their defective engine. This problem can kill someone. This needs to be taken care of because on two occasions I almost had a car hit me from the rear. I should not have to pay their outrageous fees for something that has to do with their poorly designed engine.

Darnisia of Redisville, NC July 9, 2009

I have had this on going issue with nissan for about a years time. my car has progressively gotten worse due to a recall ref# ntb03-070c (a 58 pg recall) never being completely resolved. i was told by nissan and given a claim history print out and was told it was fixed in 2006. When i asked why the recall papper work dosen't have the same information as my claim history on file at the lot. I was told that the catalytic converter is more than like the same thing as manifold exhaust and the words are just different. I have filed 3 corporate complaints and nothing has been done.

My car is a 2002 altima in which has had many reacalls. I was finally told i needed a referbished motor in feburary of 2009 and given an estimate of 3500 dollars but once i saved my money and ready to put my car in the shop in june of this year the estimate shot up to over 5000 dollars. I am have been battling this for a year i really need guidance or help.

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