Consumer smelled a bad odor. Took vehicle to dealer, and dealer stated there was a recall for the fuel pump. *ak
2002 Nissan Altima fuel system complaints
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Repairs required for 3 recalls, replacement or radiator and mass airflow sensor. However, manufacturer is willing to pay replacement of radiator, but won't pay for the replacement of mass airflow sensor. *la
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.
The consumer received a recall notice (the federal safety agency 03-v-251-000) for the replacement of the fuel tank, however the dealer did not have the parts available to repair the recall.
About 2 months after purchasing my new 2002 altima I took my car into the dealer because there was clanking noises coming from the engine which I noticed especially when turning the wheel. The dealer said I needed new motor mounts. After the mounts were replaced I still heard the noise. I took the car back into the dealer and because I could not simulate the problem, the dealer would not look at the car. I then found that I could simulate the problem by turing my steering wheel to the left while the car was stopped, then accelerating. It sounded like there were rocks rolling around in the left front wheel area. The dealer said I had a loose wheel nut and fixed the problem, although many mechanics I have spoken to since then have said the symptoms sounded like a bad cv boot. My car is now 18 months old and about a week ago I noticed that my car was not responding to my key fob correctly and I have come out to my car twice and the front windows are down. On saturday my car would not start. I tried jumping the car and that did not work. The dealer said they would have it towed since it is under warranty but I would have to wait until monday. I tried starting the car sunday and again today and nothing happened. When the tow truck came the tow guy said the car sounded flooded. He turned the key, pressed the gas it after a ton of smoke came out of the exhaust, the car started. I had the car towed to the dealer only to have them tell me that the problem is probably the timing and because I did not take the car to them at 15,000 miles to have the timing checked, it is not covered under the warranty and I am responsible for the reparis and tow charge. I researched this site and found out that there is a recall on a part that causes the car not to start. It is at the dealer right now and they have not told me what the problem is, but they will have to keep it over night.
Whenever the fuel tank is filled fuel would over flow. Also, front ball joints were worn out, causing the front end to wobble. Sometimes it wa shard to maintain control of vehicle.
Defect rotor: I have being driving my altima 02 for 2 years. Three weeks ago (22 month), at less than 17000 miles, I took my car for a brake check because it made a lot of noise. The technician at performance nissan dealership found that both rear rotors and pads need to be replaced and the front rotors needed to be cleaned and machined. It surprised me since it is such a short period of time and mileage. By the way, I placed a order for rear rotors from a nissan dealership in tx. They told me they have to place a national order to find the part, and I have to wait for a unknown period of time for the part to come in. So everyday, I have to walk to work. Rusty gas intake pipe: there is a hole at the intake above the left rear tire, so mud and water came in during snow weather, then the intake mouth became rusty.
"pure" gas smell in exhaust....vehicle fails to restarts after being driven short distances , turne off, and re-started. Has happened since I have purchased the vehicle....dealership/repair never finds any problems. This is the 5th time it has happened over a year. Car will not re-start, unless I wait 2-4 hours & try again. Dealership/service said may have something to do with where I purchase fuel....but I fill up at several places through out the week...so I know that's not the problem.
I own a 2002 nissan altima, that my husband purchase for my 15 year anniversary, may 2002. In oct 2002, it started with lose belts that wasn't repaired until dec 2002. Well, in mar 2003, my car wouldn't start. So, the service guy told me to put it in neutral and try to start it, nothing!! So, when the tow guy arrived to tow to dealer, he tried with no success. So, my car was left at the dealer for 4 days, the service dept said it started for them. So, while I was checking out at the cashier, the service manager so happen to be standing by and over heard me talking to the cashier. So, he and I went out to my car and it started for him, but he stated that it's a delayed cranking and they've gotten a service complaint about the altima's not starting and they believe it's has something to do with the fuel injection, but before they can recall the car, they must know how to repair the problem. So, he said whenever it does it again, while cranking the car, push down on the accelerator and give it some gas and it should start. Well, in april, while in d.c., on vacation, coming out to start the car, it didn't start. So, I did what the service manager told me to do and it started, but I had to end my vacation, because I was afraid to chance it far from home. Well, I took my car in to get the oil change and I did let the service dept know of the problem. Well, here it is june 2003, my car stalled again and my husband was very upset, because he had driven it to work and he managed to get it back to work and when he got ready to leave work, it wouldn't start and he had to push down on the accelerator and give it some gas for it to start. Well, I'm taking my car to the dealer on saturday, june 21, 2003 and who knows what excuse they'll have. And to make it soo bad, I'm going to a reunion, in florida and I wanted to drive my car, but I'm not sure if it's safe to drive at all, now. Well, I hope those of you get some solution to this problem.
Had a gas leak in my drive way and called dealer and informed them of problem and they had it towed to shop for observation. Could not find leak. Had a second leak just yesterday 5 march 2003 and the service dept supervisor came to my location to check it out, he saw the leak and called to have it towed to the shop for observation. I am still waiting to find out why my new car is leaking gas. 8jb
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.
Concern is the ability to hear the gas gushing in the gas tank--fear explosion if hit from the side or rear--told there was no protection placed between the gas tank and car sides
I am concerned about the safety of me and my family. It is an uneasy feeling to hear the gas tank slushing around, especially when the tank is full. When I first reported to carmax, one of the technicians drove with me and he thought it was a defect also. Carmax replaced the gas tank, and you can still hear the gas. I was told that they test drove both the v6 and v4 engine cars and they both did the same thing. Your prompt response would be greatly appreciated. Sincerely [xxx]. *jb parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). ****dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis****762556
There's a plastic piece on dashboard that is too bright, and it is hard to see while driving.
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While driving 40-45 MPH, noticed smoke coming from under the hood. Consumer pulled over and fire department put out the fire. Vehicle was totalled. Fire department thought fire was caused by fuel injection system. However, cause of fire has not been officially determined yet. No injuries. *ak
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