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The worst 1995 Nissan Altima problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
Problems by type
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- Airbags61
- Engine28
- Transmission27
- Acceleration19
- Electrical16
- Brakes10
- Suspension10
- Fuel system7
- Seat belts6
- Body4
- Locks4
- Lights3
- Visibility3
- Seats2
- Tires2
- Steering1
- Wheels1
Specific symptoms reported on the 1995 Nissan Altima
Recalls 3
Air bags: frontal
- What is wrong
- Nissan is recalling my 1994 and early 1995 altima vehicles following reports that passenger air bag deployments in these vehicles had caused a number of moderate-to-severe eye injuries. Nissan has developed a new passenger air bag that is less powerful when it inflates in a crash to reduce the risk of air bag inflation-related injuries.
- Risk
- Nissan expects that this new air bag can help reduce the risk of air bag inflation-related injuries.
- Remedy
- Nissan will replace the passenger air bag at no charge to the consumer. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification began april 28, 2003. Owners should contact nissan at 1‑800‑647‑7261.
Recall number 03V150000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Certain of the brake hoses for the right rear wheel were routed incorrectly so that contact is made with a suspension component. This causes abrasion to the hose and eventual leakage.
- Risk
- A leaking brake hose reduces braking capability, increases stopping distances and increases the risk of an accident.
- Remedy
- The right rear brake hose will be inspected to determine if it is routed correctly. Misrouted hoses will be inspected for damage, replaced if necessary, and correctly routed.
Recall number 95V008000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission: gear position indication (PRNDL)
- What is wrong
- The shift lever lock plate, which prevents the shift lever from being inadvertently moved from park to drive or neutral position, can be broken by the transmission shift position pin.
- Risk
- Inadvertent movement of the transmission shift lever without operator action can cause vehicle movement which can result in a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install a bracket to prevent the shift position pin from breaking the shift lever lock plate.
Recall number 94V165000 · Recall details
See all 3 recalls for the 1995 Nissan Altima
Defect investigations
Passenger air bag-related facial/eye inj
By letter datedapril 11, 2003, nissan notified agencyit will conduct a campaign to replace the passenger air bag module with a depowered air bag module in model year 1994 - early 1995 (built prior to march 2, 1995) nissan altima vehicles. The replacement module will be provided at no charge to owners.the depowered air bag should reduce the overall risk of air bag deployment-related injuries. The air bag replacement campaign to be conducted by nissan, which will enhance safety and be monitored by the federal safety agency, sufficiently addresses the safety concerns raised by this investigation.accordingly, this investigation is closed.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by the federal safety agency that no safety-related defect exists.the agency will take further action if warranted by the circumstances. See attached report
EA01015
Passenger air bag-related eye injuries
PE01008
Technical service bulletins for the 1995 Nissan Altima 52
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Diagnosis of vehicle pull (DRIFT) and/or steering wheel off-center
- 12 volt battery testing for in-service vehicles service information
- Silicone-based lubricant or grease CAN damage electrical components service information
- Vehicle key not detected / authenticated, engine will not start
- Intelligent key replacement or swapping between vehicles
- Windshield cracking
- Removing foreign material from the window glass
- Wheel bearing collision damage
- Strut and shock absorber replacement guidelines
- Nissan: SRS precautions during service;improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation...
1995 Nissan Altima fuel economy
Official EPA estimates in miles per gallon (MPGe for electric). Ranges cover trims that share the same engine.
| Engine | Drive | City | Highway | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4L 4‑cyl | FWD | 18-21 | 26-28 | 21-24 |
What 1995 Nissan Altima owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The seat belt won't release. We have to keep pulling the belt and rapping it around the head rest so that we can drive it. If we allow it to retract we cannot pull it out of the belt re-tractor.
Rusting cross member bar of the radiator core of all nissan altima from 1995. Upon inspection I noticed the cross member bar of the radiator core completely rusted. No rust anywhere except for this area of vehicle. Part should be recalled due to inferior workmanship of the steel this is a serious and dangerous problem because it supports engine components and may cause an accident it the parts give way under the rusted support structure.
After reading several articles on line about the rusting cross member bar of the radiator core of all nissan altima and maxima cars from 1992-2006 and their re-badged infiniti cars I decided to check my vehicle which only has 41500 original miles and kept in a garage most of the time owning it. I am the first owner and kept this car in mint condition. Upon inspection I noticed the cross member bar of the radiator core was completely rusted in the center like what is affecting all the other vehicles of this model. My car is well cared for and has no rust anywhere except for this area. This part should be recalled due to inferior workmanship of the steel used as most altima and maxima cars are rusting in this spot and not only is it expensive to fix but dangerous because it supports vital engine components and may cause an accident it the parts give way under the rusted support structure.
I was driving and the gas pedal separated/ cracked from the firewall . *tr
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 nissan altima. The contact stated that while driving 30 MPH, the accelerator pedal detached from the firewall. The contact was able to successfully stop the vehicle. The vehicle was then towed to an independent repair shop but they did not diagnose or repair the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to take the vehicle to an authorized dealer. The failure mileage was unavailable.
When pressing on the gas pedal with moderate to heavy pressure (for moderate to fast acceleration of the vehicle), the vehicle, on occasion, continues to accelerate after releasing the gas pedal. If the gas peddle was pressed down firmly when this happens, braking has little effect on controlling the vehicle. Tapping the gas pedal does not seem to correct the issue as it occurs. After shifting the vehicle into neutral (automatic transmission), the acceleration seems to stop within one second.
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 nissan altima. The power door lock locks and unlocks all of the doors in the vehicle except the front passenger door. The door also cannot be unlocked or locked with the key. The vehicle has been diagnosed twice by two different mechanics and they both stated that they would have to take the door apart to make the repair. The repair has not yet been performed. The failure mileage was 102,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 1995 nissan altima. The contact noticed that the left front tire was flat. The sidewall was punctured by the coil spring. The tire was replaced by a mechanic. The current and failure mileages were 133,792.
Right front coil spring located on strut broke, the top coil rusted and broke the remaining coil spring jumped over the retainer on the strut assembly and was resting on the inner fender.
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Questions about the 1995 Nissan Altima
Is the 1995 Nissan Altima reliable?
Owners have filed 180 complaints about the 1995 Nissan Altima, fewer than a typical Altima model year.
What is the most common problem with the 1995 Nissan Altima?
Airbags, with 61 complaints, typically around 103,000 miles. Next is engine (28).
How many recalls does the 1995 Nissan Altima have?
3 recalls, covering air bags, service brakes, hydraulic and power train.
Was there a recall on the 1995 Nissan Altima airbags?
Yes, 1 recall: 03V150000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Nissan Altima have bad airbags?
The Nissan Altima model years with the most airbags complaints are 2013 (514 complaints), 2014 (208 complaints) and 2015 (177 complaints).
What gas mileage does the 1995 Nissan Altima get?
Official estimates for the 1995 Nissan Altima range from 21 to 24 mpg combined. The most efficient version (2.4L 4-cyl, FWD) gets 18-21 city and 26-28 highway.
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