2002 Nissan Altima: fuel pump failure

Filed Apr 12, 2017 · Fuel system · CA

Fuel pump leaking gas very dangerous situation

Filed Mar 3, 2016 · Fuel system · TX

Fuel pump leaked under the back seat and spread the gas all around the seat

Filed Sep 18, 2008 · Engine · 83,000 miles · ME

My 2002 nissan altima needs a new engine at 83,000 miles. This is a widespread problem, I found and nissan is not doing anything to rectify the matter. Engines that are well taken care of should not die at 83,000 miles. This all started in june when my car started becoming difficult to start. I brought my nissan into the dealership for some recall items and asked them to check the hard start while it was in there. They couldn't find anything wrong and suggested a fuel system tune up (which I did) and if that didn't work I might need a new fuel pump. This worked well for a while but then it started again. I paid for new spark plugs, oil changes, air filters, all seemed to help for a day and the hard start would happen again. Suddenly the computer finally got a read of o2 sensor and catalytic converter. I called nissan consumer affairs because this problem started happening before the 80,000 mile warranty ran out and it was mis-diagnosed. They told me that there was nothing they could do about it unless I brought my car to the dealer, which I did. When I got there they told me I needed a new engine on top of the o2 sensor and catalytic converter. And that nissan denied my request to honor the warranty.

Filed Dec 28, 2007 · Engine, Fuel system · 101,000 miles · GA

Purchased vehicle july 3, 2006. August 8, 2006- service engine light reported multi cylinder misfire, spark plugs were replaced. Feb 07- same code found and spark plugs and o2 sensors replaced. June 07- same code, engine floods twice, car crank but wont start and spark plugs, coils, fuel pump replaced. Nissan tech couldn't duplicate the problem but mentioned coolant was low and so that was why the cylinder misfire and head gaskets need to be fixed. Oct. 07 engine shut off about 4 times while driving. November 07- engine fails. No recourse from nissan consumer affairs nor where nissan car was purchased.

Filed Oct 18, 2007 · Electrical · 152,000 miles · TX

I could hardly believe the number of complaints I have read regarding the 2002 nissan altima. One would think that nissan would recognize these complaints and simply recall the entire vehicle. When we purchased the vehicle in late 2001 it was called the car of the year. Wow! My altima has been in the shop more than in my garage in the last month. This time they have had it for more than a week and still can't figure out why it won't start. You name it -- everything that can be replaced, with the exception of the motor itself has been replaced. From the fuel pump to the crank position sensor, the ECM, the throttle position assembly -- and still it won't start. It began with a "check engine light" and now that doesn't even come on. The vehicle has 152,400 miles and until such time as we can get it started we can't even get rid of it. I am terribly disappointed and want to report this to the texas attorney general and whoever else will listen. Nissan needs to do something!!!!!!

Filed Aug 20, 2007 · Engine · 74,432 miles · LA

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 nissan altima. While driving approximately 5 to 50mph, the vehicle began idling intermittently. Speed was not a factor. The failure has occurred since october 5, 2006. The dealer replaced the throttle body; however, that didn't correct the failure. The contact assumed the cost of $42.00 to have the vehicle re-set due an idle error. The manufacturer has given the contact five authorization numbers; however, the dealer is unable to diagnose the failure.the dealer also stated that his two top technicians attempted to diagnose the failure and that the failure was characetistic of the catalyst throttle on the exhaust. The fuel pump and catalyst throttle warning indicator lights that were illuminated. The contact has detailed invoices regarding repairs performed on the vehicle. The VIN is unavailable. The failure mileage was 74,432 and the current mileage was 88,000.

Filed Apr 12, 2007 · Airbags, Engine · 74,000 miles · LA

Tl*-the contact owns a 2002 nissan altima there is a recall on the fuel pump screen which caused the engine to stall, and the engine service light to remain on. During the diagnosis they found a service engine code pertaining to the catalyst. He took it to the dealership and called nissan, who inform him that the dealer would fix it, but nissan called back refusing to cover the cost of the repair. The failure mileage was 74,000 , and the current mileage was 80,000.*ak the manifold exhaust was replaced, when the vehicle was in idle, it would surge. The air bag sensor was replaced. Updated 05/22/07.

Filed Mar 24, 2007 · Engine · 97,000 miles · GA

Since I purchased this 2002 nissan altima 2.5, I've constantly experienced cold starts. I've also taken the car to the dealership for a clicking sound that appears to be in the glove compartment area. The dealership could not locate the source of the problem..I still have the clicking noise.*ak on march 20, 2007 I took the car to the dealership because I am experiencing problems with starting the car. After 6 or 7 attempts the car starts. I thought it was the fuel pump. The car was put on a diagnostic machine whereby air pockets were found in the radiator system. They also found that anti-freeze was in my first and third cylinder. I was told that I needed an engine. I must say that I'm truly disappointed with this car. I've experienced nothing but problems since I purchasedit new. Now it is five years old and needing an engine. I don't understand it. I had an extended warranty which ended at 100,000 miles and I have 101,000. I don't think that I should have to pay for a new engine when nissan knows that is problem existed with the 2002 models. The sales agent at the dealership also informed me that this was a common problem with this car. I will be contacting nissan to get further compensation for the replacement of my engine. Why hasn't a recall been issued? Thanks...

Filed Oct 25, 2005 · Electrical, Engine · 44,735 miles · MD

I have a 2002 nissan altima 2.5l. My car receives regular maintenance every 3 months and/or 3,000 miles (documentation can be provided), it never sits longer than 2 or 3 day, and it's driven on the highway for my work commute. Twice my car suddenly wouldn't start without warning. The first time it was fixed, which was around april, there were several recalls for my car. One was for the fuel pump screen and the engine sensor that would cause the car to not start or suddenly stop running. This second time (10-24-05), my local mechanic showed me a 6-page service technical bulletin that was issued by alldata for my non-starting problem. The document suggested replacing the starter, adding a nissan brand fuel injector cleaner and/or reprogramming the computer to fix the problem. This second repair will cost me about $500 to fix when I pick up my car tomorrow. I thought the recall repairs would resolve this issue, but those repairs proved to only provide a temporary fix, but not resolve the underlying problem. Since there's a service technical bulletin about my non-starting issue, 2 recalls related to this same problem, and I've had the same problem happen twice, I think my car should be recalled. I'm fortunate that I wasn't driving the car when it stopped running or that could have caused a serious accident. I should not have the same problem happen twice in 6 months. If my car fails to start twice in 6 months and the recall repairs don't remedy the problem, then there must be something else causing the problem. I'd hate to find out in a few months that the $500 start replacement wasn't the culprit, because I'd be back at square one. Please tell me how I can get this issue escalated to a recall status or what I can do to prevent a 3rd failure. Thank you, jenny r. Baker.

Filed Apr 1, 2004 · Fuel system · NJ

Consumer smelled a bad odor. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer stated there was a recall for the fuel pump. *ak

Filed Feb 23, 2004 · Fuel system · PA

The federal safety agency 03v251000 at extremely cold temperatures moisture in the fuel tank could freeze and form ice crystals. These ice crystals may obstruct the suction opening of the fuel pump. Consumer received this recall letter in november 2003. Dealership still does not have the parts available to conduct recall repairs.

Filed Jan 22, 2003 · Fuel system · 18,000 miles · VT

The first incident was on december 3, 2002 when my car engine ceased to function on the interstate at 70mph. There was no warning and the engine light did not come on. Vehicle was towed to the dealership and the computer was replaced. On january 15, 2003, again on the interstate, the vehicle experienced the same problem. It ceased function and the engine light didn't come on. The vehicle was again towed and this time the problem has been diagnosed as a malfunction with fuel pump. The fuel pump and gas tank are scheduled to be replaced and pieces of metal were found in the gas tank.