Vehicle shuts down a highway speed without warning. Dealer is not able to duplicate the problem. *ak *nm the consumer made many attempts to notify representative. Vehicle stalled 4 times at highway speeds.
2002 Nissan Altima engine complaints
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Reporting 2002 nissan altima accident/fire; and requesting assistance on how to get reimbursed for auto repairs. *bf the consumer was involved in an accident in which he re ended another vehicle. The vehicle sustained severe front end damage and the vehicle caught on fire. The vehicle was totaled due to fire and water damage. The other vehicle drove away from the accident with little to no damage.
Attempted to have an oil change done by wal-mart. They informed me that they are no longer authorized to change the oil on the 2002 nissan altima vehicle due to the dip sticks breaking off in many of the cars they have serviced.
While driving,the vehicle stalled. The driver tried to restart,but was unable to do so. The consumer had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the problem can not be duplicated. Please fill in additional information.
While driving vehicle stalled. Dealership repaired the problem once, but problem recurred.
(1) my 2002 nissan altima shutters and dies when being driven at low rpms. I.e.(heavy traffic, or stopping at a traffic light). (2) it shuts completely off when in motion. (3) I had the vehicle serviced last week, for this problem, and it's back at the shop again today for the same problem. I tried to explain that there was a related recall issue, but kevin at urban nissan in duncanville told me that according to his system, there were no recall issues for my car.
While I was driving my car( 2002 nissan altima) the car stalled in traffic and a engine light came on I drove my car to the dealer mike shad nissan in jacksonville ,florida and they check my car and advice me that they found the number one spark plug closed the cause of the failure was due to a poorly manufacturer catalyst converter by nissan and advice me that my engine needed to be replaced this is the third engine on this car this car stalls at highway speeds it happen to me twice and resently at slow speeds while I was executing a turn these cars 2002 nissan altimas with the 2.5 4 cyl engines must be recall or have the dealers advice the owners to brign their cars in for check, before someones gest killed and to make matters worse nissan make me pay the dealer $498 to have my motor look at .why should I pay mike shad nissan $498 to take my engine apart to find a problem that the nissan corporation knows that is wrong with their cars the failure of my engine was cause by a faulty design part. The 2002 altimas are plague with problems.
Bought car used in march 2003 with 28451 miles from decormier nissan in manchester, ct 06040. Since I have had car there have been numerous problems. No starting, car would stop running while driving, ignition coils have been replaced, cam position sensor replaced (twice), 5 recalls, brakes redone due to excessive corrision, after brakes redone needed to replace both front warped rotors, radiator replaced after bottom seam blew out. Latest problem is what I feel is excessive consumption of engine oil. Car originally did not use oil between oil changes (3000 miles). Car is currently using just over 1 quart per 3000 miles. Brought car to dealer with 52,281 miles to perform oil consumption test. Brought car back with 53,924 miles. In 1,643 miles car consumed 0.6 quart of oil. Dealer said this is acceptable. Have since contacted nissan of america (1-800-nissan1) to start case #4630040. I am also concerned about recall for pre-catalyst (done on 9/23/03) because there is a possibility certain engine operating conditions may cause damage to the pre-catalyst. Material from a damaged pre-catalyst could enter the engine and result in increased oil consumption. I asked the dealer about the pre-catalyst and there were not aware of this. Pre-catalyst recall is on the nissan of america web site then why is the dealer not aware of this?
Recall 03v084000 concerning engine coolant. Consumer claimed that vehicle consumed too much oil. Dealer claimed that vehicle should not use more than 1 quart of oil per 5000 miles, even though the recall was done. Consumer felt that vehicle was still using too much oil. Ak
I purchased a 2002 nisaan altima and have had many problems with it since. It has been in twice already for the heater not working properly. It blows cold air when car is at idle below 2500 RPM. It was taken in twice and temporalily fixed. This problem has recurred for the third time. Also the enigine would run rough and sometimes stall, this was initially recalled as a bad engine crank sensor. I had it in a second time where they replaced the crank sensor again. The same eveining when I got home the service engine light came on again and I contacted the service agent twice without any resolution. Now the car is doing the same thing again for the third time. In addition to these repetiative problems the car now smokes when it is started, it also is rough starting. At the last oil change the vehicle was down 2 1/2 quarts of oil. The oil changes have been performed on a regular basis between 3000 and 4000 miles every time. The car would not even start approximately one week ago, I had to take out the spark plugs and clean them because they were so fouled out the car wouldn't start. The car has just over 43000 miles and the last incidents that are third time offenders along with the spark plugs being fouled have transpired after the warranty expired of course.
Car failed to start... Charged battery, no results...next purchase a new battery.two days later car failed to start with new battery...charge battery for an hour...car then started... While car was standing still in driveway with motor start car overhead and crack the radiator head ...car tow to dealer ...nissian of north america refused to replace a defective radiator......question how do you crack the head of a radiator at zero mile per hour in idle with nothing running accept the motor on a cool morning about 70 degree.
While driving engine warning light illuminated. Vehicle jerked forward heavily. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.
While driving 55 MPH vehicle stalled. Consumer had the vehicle towed. Dealership repaired the problem twice, but problem was not resolved.
Vehicle was recalled on may 17 2004 for the exhaust pipe hanger pin. The engine light came on while driving. The fire department was called due to the engine being engulfed in flames.
Intermittently while trying to start the vehicle, it would take an extremely long time. The consumer claimed that black smoke blew from the tail pipe. The dealer has examined the vehicle three times for this problem.
Service engine light has come on seven times. The engine has shut off for no apparent reason four times. Total the car has been in for service nine times. Two recalls have been issued one for the crank position sensor (which I was never notified of) and now one regarding gas tank ice crystals (received my notification 5/20/04). Both of these problems can cause a "crash without warning." I have worked with the bbb autoline, however since the car has not shut off since the crank position sensor was replaced the arbitrator believes that the "most serious problem" has been remedied and that the check engine light while "being a chronic problem, does not substantially affect the use, safety, or value of the vehicle." I have only driven the vehicle 14,711 miles in two years because I am afraid to drive it, thus use has been affected. I have almost been in two accidents as a result of the vehicle's problems, this safety has been affected. Carfax is showing six negative reports on my VIN number, (the service that car dealers use to help determine if the vehicle has had problems such as major accidents, lemon law vehicle, etc.), therefore, no one would even be interested in purchasing my vehicle, so value has been affected. Even after the crank position sensor was replaced the car's check engine light has come on four more times. Nissan is unable to diagnose/remedy the problem and refuses to give me a refund on the vehicle. I have been in two near accidents as a direct result of these problems. I believe that the problems will reoccur and I will not be so lucky next time. I am pursing this with the state of florida's lemom law arbitration board. This vehicle is a danger to myself and all other on the road.
While driving at any speed vehicle stalled, causing the driver to drift off the road. Consumer towed the vehicle to the dealership for inspection, and mechanic was not able to duplicate the problem.
After the crank position sensor weld recall was performed, the check engine light came on. The vehicle was taken back to the dealership, but they were unable to correct the problem.
Consumer stated while traveling on the highway at approximately 65 MPH motor lost power. Consumer pulled to the shoulder until the vehicle came to a complete stop. Also, consumer waited for a few minutes and then restarted the vehicle. Consumer checked the fluids. After everything checked out okay, he then drove the vehicle home. Two days later, consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, and he told them what had happened. Also, consumer called the insurance company to report the incident. He was told to report it to the manufacturer, and found out there was a recall on this problem. Consumer asked them to replace the motor, and they refused.
The 2002 altima started to stall. I took the car to the dealership. I was advised that the car had 3 recalls on it and I should have been notified a year in a half before. I took the car back 3 times and on the third time I was adivsed that the car would need a new motor. That was on mar 15,2004. I called april 24,2004 at 3 pm and was advised by the manager handling the car that nissan approved then disapprove the replacement order then reapproved it again. He adivsed me he would call me with further. This has gone on for the passed 6 weeks and the car is no longer working but I'm paying for it.
Engine failure due to recall that was not performed by nissan.
Consumer received her third recall notice since ownership. *ph the vehicle experienced engine failure. The engine sensor kit and the ecu case holder foam recalls were replaced. The consumer requested compensation for one month's car payment. Recall #03v455000. *sc
Consumer unable to get recall work done on her vehicle. *ph the parts were not available. *sc recall 03v455000.
Vehicle keeps losing power at any speed. Consumer believes vehicle may be involved in a collision
While driving onto a ramp at 15 MPH, the consumer heard a loud banging sound from the engine compartment. Consumer lost the ability to steer and almost collided with another vehicle. After pulling over to the shoulder, he determined that the drive belt came off. *ak
I was driving from mi to il on the day before my starting my new job in illinois. Thirty miles out from my destination, the engine shuts down as I was driving approximately 60 MPH. I was able to pull off the road safely and wait over two hours for a tow truck. The dealer claims the mass air flow (maf) sensor was at fault. Although the maf sensor was replaced, I don't believe it was the component that disabled the vehicle on this date. The engine shutdown without first going into "limp" mode. This is exactly what is described in the recall for the crank position sensor (cps). At the time of the incident, there was an open recall on the cps. I did not have it replaced prior to my drive because I did not receive notification. The cps was replaced at the same time as the maf. What prompts this complaint is the maf sensor. The vehicle is now on the third maf. The first one was replaced on 8/2003. The second maf was replaced on 1/14/2004, which lasted less than six months. The failure mode for the first maf sensor allowed warning: the engine did not shut off, but instead limited the engine speed to 2500rpm. Fortunately, both maf sensors were covered under an extended warranty. In addition to maf sensors and open recalls, my vehicle has a new ECM and throttle body (iacs). My extended warranty has since expired, and I am currently working with nissan in getting a new extended warranty out of goodwill for these problems experienced in the less than two years I have owned this nissan. My previous vehicles were ford products, and I have never experienced problems with those as I have with this nissan. I am currently having difficulty in having nissan returning my communication.
Multiple engine failures. *ph even with a new engine, the vehicle experienced the same problems. The service manager replaced plugs, and gave consumer a loaner vehicle. Also, a new computer was installed and still problem existed. *la
Nissan replaced the radiator/parts three times but the consumer continued to smell antifreeze inside the vehicle. *ph several attempt by different service dealer have been made to alleviate the problem, but none have been successful.
Multiple problems with recall service work not correcting the malfunction the recall is supposed to correct. Specifically of concern the federal safety agency campaign id numbers : 03v455000 & 03v084000 & 03v251000. Not receiving recall notices by manufacturer or being informed by nissan service dept. I have since contacted nissan corp consumer affairs but received no resolution or suggestions. Problems with engine performance, excessive exhaust, and strong burning smell are still present along with service engine soon light remaining on. Have taken vehicle to service department for over 6 visits in last 5 months - vehicle is still at service dept. I have been told the vehicle was safe to drive over these past months while these problems persisted. I asked for a loaner vehicle or to have transportation to get my vehicle to the dealership but was declined any help - even though id # 03v084000 nissan recall notice states it should be offered free of charge if customer makes this request. I am greatly concerned for the safety of myself and my family and am scared to drive this vehicle any further. My local nissan service dept (pine belt nissan automotive) and nissan consumer affairs has not addressed my concerns and have failed to correct this problem that has existed for months. Vehicle has had reduced power, hesitation, pulling and vibration, excessive exhaust and an increasingly strong burning smell from engine shortly after vehicle is started.
Well, I filed a complaint on march 12, 2003 regarding my engine on my 2002 nissan altima. Well, I've noted since 2002-2004, my car has had major problems with the engine. Well, here it is 2004, I'm having the same problem with the car stalling and the air bag had a default. It was towed about three weeks ago and once again, I was told there was a recall on the censor for the computer and the starter went out as well. I've had it and I'm about to seek a lawyer. Also, everytime my car doesn't start, it's always because of a recall. Each time I ask why wasn't I notified that there was recalls, the dealer service dept. Manager claims nissan doesn't send out letters. Well, I'm not sure what to believe. Now I'm riding around in a 4 door nissan sentra that is loaned to me by the dealer. I want to know, does nissan send out recall letters or is it up to the individual dealers? I'm just fed up with nissan and I'm going to give their main office a call about this. Please help me to understand this. Thanks.
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