The car has a fuel problem and crankshaft position sensor issue causing the car to die and also not start up normal idling. When I do get it to start up it idles very groggy.
2004 Nissan Altima engine problems
138 complaints (50% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 70,000. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 138
- of this car's complaints
- 50%
- typical mileage
- 70,000
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Engine22
- Exhaust system: emission control: crankcase (PCV)7
- Exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe3
- Exhaust system: emission control: catalytic convertor3
- Exhaust system2
- Exhaust system: emission control: gas recirculation valve (EGR valve)1
- Cooling system: radiator assembly1
- Cooling system1
At what mileage
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Nissan Altima engine problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2004 Nissan Altima engine
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Stalling 74Check engine light 44Won't start 13Loss of power 9
Related recalls
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- On certain passenger vehicles equipped with a 2.5l engine, the crank angle sensor is affected by temperature variations. Under certain driving conditions, these variations in temperature can be large enough to cause a brief interruption in the signal output from the sensor.
- Risk
- If the interruption in the signal from the sensor is so brief that the electronic control module (ECM) logic does not have time to diagnose the condition, the engine may stop running without warning while the vehicle is driven at a low speed increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will reprogram the ECM free of charge. The recall began on august 21, 2006. Owners may contact nissan at 1‑800‑647‑7261.
Recall number 06V242000 · Recall details
What 2004 Nissan Altima owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The crankshaft position sensor (cps) was not responsive when the repair shop was testing the vehicle because of the "service engine soon" light came on. After a short search online they 1.) Had no signal to the cps from the pcm 2.) That there was also a voluntary recall by nissan for this issue covering this make an model. I called nissan and told me that the recall wasn't for that car but the vehicle was in fact built in the years covered and also had the exact issues the recall covered
Engine stalls during driving. This happens almost everyday. Cam shaft sensor replaced several times.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan altima. While attempting to start the vehicle, it failed to operate. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine control module burned too much fuel to the catalytic converter and need to be replaced. The catalytic converter was replaced; however, the failure recurred two months later. The vehicle was taken back to the same mechanic where the diagnostic was the same. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred after two months. The vehicle was taken to fort worth nissan (3451 w loop 820 s, fort worth, tx 76116) where it was diagnosed that the ignition and exhaust failed. The manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 214,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan altima. While attempting to start the vehicle, the extended crank failed to spark the crank sensor. While the gear shifter was placed in drive, the vehicle began to shake and the engine stalled and the check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact called middletown nissan at 860‑632‑6550 (located at 1153 newfield st, middletown, ct 06457) and was informed that there was no recall associated with the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 06v242000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 192,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan altima. While driving various speeds and while the vehicle was stationary, the vehicle stalled without warning. Several independent mechanics were made aware of the failure and replaced the manifold, oxygen sensor, and a computer chip; however, the failure recurred. The dealer and manufacturers were not made aware of the failures. The failure mileage was 1,361.
"takata recall"tengo problema con mi carro desde q lo agarre siempre fallaba de lo mismo engine y hasta ahora se descompuso y no puedo arreglarlo q tengo q hacer o sobre el programa recall .gracias
Mi carro tiene problemas con las cabezas .y ahorita no lo puedo usar porq esta parado por no arreglarlo todavia quisiera saber sobre recall.gracias
For the 2nd time car running very rough and stalling. Had it serviced seems the spark plugs were destroyed and not functioning. Paid over $500 for mechanic to put in new plugs now it happened again. Seems there is a voluntary service campaign qr25de power valve. Campaign id p5202. A bolt from manifold is falling into cylinder and blowing out spark plug and causing internal engine damage, my mechanic put camera in cylinder. Car is running but it has already happened to cylinder 1 and 4. Next time my 22 year old daughter may not be so lucky on her highway commute. Hopefully the local nissan dealer can rectify problem before the problem becomes more serious. The engine light came on that says to service engine soon, it is still on...from what I have found online sounds like power valve screws are coming out and creating engine damage.
Stall at stop and idle when engine is hot.
Questions about the 2004 Nissan Altima engine
Does the 2004 Nissan Altima have engine problems?
Owners have filed 138 complaints about the engine of the 2004 Nissan Altima, 50% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2004 Nissan Altima engine problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 70,000 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2004 Nissan Altima engine?
Yes, 1 recall: 06V242000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Nissan Altima have bad engine?
The Nissan Altima model years with the most engine complaints are 2002 (682 complaints), 2003 (559 complaints) and 2005 (395 complaints).
Other 2004 Nissan Altima problems
Body 42Electrical 32Transmission 17Airbags 11Steering 11Brakes 10Suspension 10Fuel system 9Lights 6Visibility 6Driver assistance 4Acceleration 3Seat belts 3Tires 3Seats 2Wheels 2Locks 1
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