Car shakes when idles as if it will turn off, but only sporadically. This started at 24,000 miles. Check engine light comes on throwing various codes. Dealer has put on new gas cap, gas seal, fuel pump, fuel canister and air flow regulator. Car still shaking, check engine light on again and after 11 times in the shop...here we go again to the shop so they can check the code, put in on vacuum, drive it around and then tell me again it's all fixed. I am in a never ending loop of being inconvenienced with an unreliable brand new car. Dealer won't buy car back...trade...or guarantee a fix. I just pray after my warranty is over, I can still get it fixed.
2006 Nissan Altima engine complaints
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Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The engine failed at 6,000 miles and had to be replaced. There is a safety recall for the engine (recall#06v046000). The contact stated that a new engine was installed into the vehicle. The failure mileage was 6,000 and the current mileage was 14,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. On december 18, 2006, the contact received recall notice # 06v223000 (engine and engine cooling). He has taken his vehicle to nissan seven to eight times, but the vehicle is still leaking oil every 500 miles. Nissan's corporate office stated that this is a minor issue and would contact him within 48 hours. The dealer reprogrammed the ECM twice and stated that this was normal and happens constantly. Nissan has yet to contact him or offer any assistance. The contact has all of the repair work orders. The current mileage is 6,800 and failure mileage was 4,938. The consumer stated that original recall work was performed without satisfaction by northbay nissan. The current dealer has referred the consumer back to original sales dealer vallejo nissan for further testing. Updated 06/14/07
I am making this complaint with a safety concern in my 2006 nissan altima. I purchased the car from santa monica nissan on 07/29/06. Since then the car has already been to the dealer several times with identical problems. The car hesitates at times while driving on local roads, freeways and hilly roads, and skids while taking turns. I am very scared to drive this car because of the slowed down motion during heavy traffic hours. It is a big safety issue to be driving a car that hesitates when you're trying to catch up to the speed of traffic & skids, making a loud screechy sound when trying to turn. I have complained to the manufacturer several times, but each time they send me back saying that there's nothing wrong with the car. They are neglecting the problem instead of resolving it. No reasonable conclusion has been reached as yet. I am looking for nissan to buy the car back before there are any injuries to myself or others. Nissan has failed to resolve my issues. I definitely am staying away from nissan!!!
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima , and the current mileage was 7,200. The engine was replaced at 3,500 miles. The vehicle hesitated and was sluggish intermittently. The vehicle was diagnosed four times by the dealer. There were no warning indicators and the dealer has stated that they could not diagnose the failure. The failure mileage was 3500.
2006 nissan altima customer received recall letter and has been unable to get car fix and can't let the car sit and pay car note and insurance**cc the consumer stated a new engine was installed in the vehicle due to a recall. Three weeks later, the vehicle went into limp mode and the speed decreased. The vehicle was towed and the consumer was later informed that the vehicle needed a new transmission. The consumer returned the vehicle back to the dealer and upon inspection they stated the wiring harness was unplugged.
Recommended fix for the 2006 nissam altima potential engine fire is to update the electronic contol module which will ensure the engine will go into limp mode in the event the oil levle drops to an unacceptable level. If the car goes in limp mode the engine rpms will not exceed 1800 rpms, this restriction will prevent the car from traveling more than 25 MPH. If the vehicle goes into limp mode while traveling on a highway, the driver and passengers are put into a dangerous situation. Why is it acceptable for a car manufacturer to propose and institure a fix to a vehicle that compromises personal safety, and what recourse does the consumer have related to the proposed corrective action?
2006 nissan altima. Consumer is seeking reimbursement for an extended warranty she purchased. Contacts vehicle was included in a recall for engine fire in which nissan provided an extended warranty for precautionary measures. *mc
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact purchased the vehicle at a stop sale event due to recall # 06v-223000. The dealer stated that the vehicle must have already been remedied in order to be for sale on the lot. The vehicle consumed large quantities of oil from the date of purchase until present. The contact received an owner notification letter from nissan north america on december 12, 2006, that stated that the vehicle was remedied at 33,000 miles. The oil pressure test associated with the recall remedy allegedly showed no need to replace the engine. Harte nissan offered to replace the engine. The current mileage was 53000.
Problem with engine consuming too much oil. When vehicle was taken in for oil changes was informed by technician that oil consumption was normal. Received letter from nissan USA motors stating there was a recall due to engine consuming too much oil and were currently looking at a solution to the problem. To ensure no further damage to engine owner was required maintain suggested oil levels. The car started making noise coming from the engine was told it was nothing to worry about. Last letter received by nissan USA motor stated to take vehicle in to nearest dealership for a test that would determine if only ECM would need to be reset or maybe a possible engine replacement.
Tl* - the contact called regarding a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that since she purchased the vehicle it had been burning excessive amounts of oil. The failure mileage was approximately 5500. The contact received recall 06v223000 for the same failure. The contact stated that a sensor was changed, but the vehicle continued to consume excessive amounts of oil. According to the recall if the failure continued the manufacturer would replace the engine. The dealer advised the contact that the oil consumption was considered normal per nissan specs and will not replace the engine. The contact stated that there were no warning indicators to indicate the oilwas low. The current mileage was 7500.
Tl*- the contact stated that there had been no failure to date with the 2006 nissan altima. The contact complained that there was an engine recall on the vehicle, and she thought it should not be. The vehicle was new, and the contact believed that there shouldn't be any failures with it so soon. The current mileage was 9025.
Tl* - the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact received recall 06v223000 , and she did not t feel safe driving the vehicle. The notice stated that the vehicle could possibly catch on fire. She didn't care what was fixed on the vehicle. The owner purchased the vehicle in march 2006 ,and was informed of the recall in april 2006. The dealer and the manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not affected by the notice due to the VIN. However, the contact received the recall notice on 2/23/07 the current mileage was 13,000. There had been no failure to date.
I purchased a 2006 nissan altima in june of 2006 and I have been complaining about my engine making loud noises as well as the condition of the car when I received it. Since I have the car I have been having to repair a lot of things that shouldn't have to be done yet. Please help me in getting my car fixed.
Tl* - the contact changed the oil himself on the 2006 nissan altima. He first changed the oil at 500 miles ,and at that time 4 1/2 quarts came out that is the amount of oil he put in. The contact s changed the oil again at 3750 only 3 quarts came out. He knew that he put 4 1/2 quarts in the first time. The contact took the vehicle to the nissan dealer and explained what happened. The contact was told they would send the oil to their lab oratoryfor analysis. The contact received a letter, which stated that after their analysis, they found the oil consumption was normal. The contact did not believe this to be normal. Before he purchased the vehicle the dealer told him the engine had been replaced because of excessive oil consumption.
I received a letter asking me to bring my car for the engine recall on my '06 nissan altima. Unfortunately my vehicle was affected, if I didn't proceed with the recall request my vehicle could lead to an engine fire. My car was in the shop for less than 24hours, it's engine was replaced with a re-built engine. I do not know if old engine is available.
Tl * - the contact took the vehicle to a dealer in coral springs, florida for the federal safety agency recallcampaign id number: 06v223000 regarding the engine and engine cooling. The dealer was going to replace the engine with a new engine. The contact told the dealer that he wanted proof that it would be a new engine, and dealer urged him to call the manufacturer. The contact called the manufacturer, and the manufacturer stated that it will be a brand new engine. When contact asked for proof the customer service representative for the manufacturer stated that it wouldn't be a new engine, instead it would be a refurbished engine.
I purchased a 2006 altima nissan 2.5 special edition in feb 2006. Within a 6 months time frame I have had 2 engine replacements. This still hasn't corrected the oil consumption problem nor the clicking sound. I have also been informed that the clicking and grinding sound may be attributed to bad tires. So I took it to another company that deals in tires and was informed my tires were in great condition. Then on jan 22 I was told I needed a new steering wheel to help with the sound and vibrations. My nissan sounds and rides like a truck. Nissan needs to just live up to the fact that some of the 2006 models were just not built correctly and compensate the consumers that are feeling the affects of buying a lemon.. Why would they put their reputation in jeopardy. Do they not realize this could turn into a class action law suit. Several of my friends have had their cars bought back under the lemon law but I'm getting the run around from one of the nissan reps. It doesn't take a rocket scientist to know that after replacing 2 engines in a 6 month period to know my car is a lemon.. Nissan has lost my respect due to the non caring nature they have represented.
2006 nissan altima upset about recall notice**nar**cc the consumer is upset that a vehicle that she has owned for no more than 2 months, is prone to catching on fire.
Tl* - the contact stated that the 2006 nissan altima was excessively consuming oil, she has taken it at least fifteen times to the dealer. The dealer advised her to bring the vehicle in when it had no oil. The first time she took it to the dealer for repair she had received a recall letter from nissan regarding the oil leak, but to her knowledge it was not repaired and the problem recurred. When the contact took the vehicle to the dealer they stated that there was no problem. She called north american nissan ,and they told her to send in her invoices so that they might help her, but the vehicle was still excessively consuming oil.
Tl* - the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima, he received recall notice 06v223000 to replace the engine. The contact refuse to authorize the dealer to replace the engine. The contact is requesting a refund and has filed a complaint with consumer affairs. Consumer affairs stated they would call him in 24 hours and he hasn't received a call. The dealer is requesting the contact to schedule appointment to have the engine replaced; however, the contact refused. The current mileage on the vehicle is 19,000. The vehicle was purchased on december 28, 2005. There have been no failures to date.
Tl* - the contact stated that every time the brakes were applied they made a loud squealing noise. The contact took the vehicle to two dealerships in virginia. And both stated that there wasn't anything wrong with the brakes. The contact was concerned for her safety because the brakes continued to make a loud squealing noise. *ak updated 4/8/08 *cn the consumer stated there was a recall for the engine for this vehicle and consumer stated a fuel smell in the was present in the vehicle. Updated 04/08/08
Tl* - the contact has a 2006 nissan altima, which he leased on may 29, 2006. The vehicle had excessive oil consumption since shortly after he leased the vehicle. The contact has been trying to learn when nissan knew that this was a safety hazard, and why he was not informed before leasing this vehicle. Nissan has agreed to replace the engine free of charge, but will not tell the contact when they knew of recall 06v223000 prior to his leasing the vehicle. Since september the contact has been to the dealer at least twice to have oil replaced.
I was recently contacted via phone that my nissan altima may be part of a national recall from nissan motors USA. [how come I did not receive any mail notification?] I brought my car in november/ 2006. Thus, I called and brought my car to the nearest nissan dealer [wondries nissan]. The service manager assured me that the service department would run a series of test and it shouldn't take longer than a day to finish. As a result I brought my car in on a monday morning, and guess what? It's still there. It's been three days. End of the first day, he told me it's a huge recall and a lot of test needs to be run. [he couldn't told me that during the time I brought it in so nissan can give me rental car for my trouble.] since the timing was bad, I couldn't get a rental car. At the end of the second day, the service manager said the testing was done successfully, but when they tried to reprogram the ECM it is not working. [again, it's toward the end of the day, I could not make it in time to get a rental car] now, it's the 3rd day, and they said they will call me back to give me an update as soon as they find out what is the status of my vehicle. Who knows what they will tell me next. I am concern for myself and other consumers who had brought their car in for the recall engine inspection. I am pretty sure they promise every 2006 nissan owner that it would take a day to accomplish the test, but it's been 3 long inconvenient days for me as a nissan owner. Wondries nissan is not too attentive to my concerns and my daily work schedule. I hope someone from the federal safety agency can look into this matter and check why it would take them more than 2 days to perform tests on their [claimed] national recall. I appreciate the work the federal safety agency is doing for automobile owners nationwide. Sincerely, [xxx]. *nm information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* - the contact called nissan motors to inform them that passer by said car was on fire. He then heard a loud explosion and noticed smoke behind him. Nissan said that the vehicle is safe and had a recall on the engine. When he asked to have the engine replaced, the dealer declined to do so. The dealer advised contact to change and check oil every 700 miles. The dealer offered the contact an extended 100,000 mile warranty. The contact bought a new car to avoid having to perform maintenance on a vehicle so often. Nissan maintains that the vehicle was safe. Brunton motors nissan diagnosed the vehicle and informed him the oil was fine. A short time later he received a recall letter. The contact asked if the dealer can force him to retrieve the vehicle, which is presently at the dealership. The contact received a call late 12/18/06 that the vehicle has been repaired and waiting pick-up. Per the recall if the oil gets low in the vehicle it can catch on fire.
Tl* - the contact learned that there is a safety recall on 2006 nissan altimas and she has not received the safety recall. The contact said that there is black mud in the motor. The contact was told that if she keeps driving the car she will ruin the motor and that it would cost $1600. To repair the problem.
Tl*- the contact called regarding campaign number 06v223000. The contact is not very happy that the dealership. The dealership will have to replace the engine on the vehicle and wants to know if it's normal procedure for the dealership to put in a new engine on a fairly new vehicle. Repair invoice is available if needed.
I purchased a brand new 2006 altima june 2006, I loved my car from the day it was purchased, until recently when my brakes started to make that annoying squeaking noise I thought too myself, wow how can this be, my car is only five months old. I thought to myself it must be the way I am stepping on the brake, but to my surprise the next afternoon I received in the mail recall information, I read it over and was disgusted, I just purchased the vehicle and I am being told my engine may need to be replaced and high oil consumption will occur and possibly a fire!! I was very upset I was to contact the dealer but this all occurred during the thanksgiving holiday, so I drove my sister honda SUV for the holiday, my car sat without being driven for about four days. I was absolutely sick when my father asked to use my car when he attempted to start my car it would not start he tried several times before it finally started and when it did he placed the car in drive the car took off at a fast speed with him barely touching the gas pedal, an accident could have occured, all the lights lit up and smoke began to seep out of the back of vehicle. I immedialey called my service dapartment and they said its normal, I dont think so, maybe if my car was a 1996 instead of a 2006 he told me to bring it in and he will inspect everything including, the recalled parts. I am truly upset and disgusted with nissan they sold me a piece of crap, they knew about the recall and did not inform me when I purchased the vehicle, who wants a new vehicle and have something replaced within a few months of purchasing a new car not me!! I could have purchased a used car. There is no repair that can be done to satisfy me I would like a replacement vehicle with no prior incidents or my money back.
Dt*: the contact stated a the federal safety agency recall letter #06v223000, regarding the engine and engine cooling system was received. The dealer was contacted for an appointment, and informed that the repairs would take all day. The contact was refused a loaner vehicle by both the dealer and the manufacturer. The recall letter identified that there may be a fire hazard which the contact expressed was a safety concern to the family. The contact would like to have a new vehicle in return for the recalled vehicle.
2006 altima has excessive oil consumption problems. *ts two weeks after the vehicle was purchased the consumer was notified that her vehicle's engine was identified as having an excessive oil consumption. The consumer was recently informed that nissan would have to replace the engine. The consumer request reimbursement of money paid and would like to terminate the lease agreement.
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