Experienced a violent shake 03/25/2012 while driving. Had it checked by a dealer 03/27/2012. Multi-point inspection, power steering system flush, auto transmission fluid service, and premium fuel service completed 03/27/2012. The engine died while driving on 4/11/2012. On 4/12/2012, dealer says loss of compression, and suggested an engine rebuild.
2006 Nissan Altima engine complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that the engine was burning excessive oil, causing the catalytic converter to fail. In addition, the rear suspension was sitting abnormally low to the ground and was sitting noticeably lower than the front suspension. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed him that the engine and catalytic converter needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified who advised the contact that there were no recalls for the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 166,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. A local mechanic diagnosed that the crank shaft position sensor was defective. The dealer also diagnosed and confirmed the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but advised the contact that the federal safety agency campaign id number: 06v223000 (engine and engine cooling) did not include the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 77,800 and the current mileage was 78,000.
Crankshaft position sensor signal.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving 30 MPH. In addition, the vehicle intermittently would not start. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a diagnostic test and the mechanic stated that the crank shaft position sensor was faulty. The contact noticed the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling), but the recall only included the 2005 model altima. The failure mileage was 72,000.
Approximately 1 1/2 years ago, I started hearing a clicking noise coming out of my 3.5l engine. I took the car to a dealer and he said I needed a new engine ($6000). I drove the car for another 3k miles and the noise continued and became louder. It sounds like an [xxx]movie projector. I took the car to another nissan dealer who told me the primary timing chain guide was causing the noise. I suspect that nissan knows of this defect in the timing chain which causes the timing chain guide to become damaged. I have also read it happens between 20k to 80k miles. Anyway, if the timing chain jumps it cause serious internal engine damage. I have talked with nissan consumers affair group with no results. I think this should be investigate and nissan owners warned of this engine defect. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that after having the vehicle examined by an authorized dealer, the dealer stated that the vehicle was consuming oil quickly due to the piston rings on cylinders one and four. The dealer also stated that the pressure on those rings was too low, making the vehicle consume oil much faster. The dealer informed the contact that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified and stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 06v223000 (engine and engine cooling). The failure mileage was approximately 25.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact was driving 55 MPH when the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact restarted the vehicle and took the vehicle to the dealer for a diagnostic test. The test results showed a failure with the crank shaft sensor. The dealer replaced the crank shaft sensor but the repair did not remedy the issue. The contact stated that the crank shaft sensor was replaced twice after the first repair and the vehicle continued to stall. The failure mileage was 126,000. The VIN was not available.
The first incident happened on 11/28/11 as I was driving on interstate 93, new hampshire. The car suddenly cut out on power and jerked then the service engine light came on. I scheduled an appointment at belknap tire in laconia, nh and they reset the code for the crank positioning sensor, replaced the air filter and performed routine service on my car. On 12/3/11 I was driving again on interstate 93 and the car again cut out on power, jerked and the service engine light again came on. The code was checked and it is again the crank positioning sensor. I then went on the nissan website and there was a campaign for this exact same issue - campaign #07v527000. I was finally able to talk with [xxx], a nissan service phone rep, who advised that my car VIN was not affected by this campaign. I inquired why it wasn't as it is the same exact problem as the recall and he said that it does not effect all nissans. This is an unsafe driving issue for me and obviously there has been this same problem with the nissan altimas yet my 2006 is not considered one of them. Nissan will not cover this and said I could apply for financial assistance but there is not any recall relief to get this corrected. I feel that this is a safety problem and there is a history of this issue with nissan vehicles. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact was driving 35 MPH when the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact mentioned that he was able to restart the vehicle almost immediately. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the r&r crank shaft sensor was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number: 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 75,700 and the current mileage was 75,738.
Since 1st occurrence date listed herein through present 11/15/2011, vehicle continues to randomly fail to start & stalls at freeway & surface street speeds and when idling at a stop; I have used an autel maxiscan ms300 can obd-ii scan tool everytime the vehicle has presented these symptoms. Each time the scan has confirmed a "crank shaft position sensor" failure and sometimes includes an "engine speed sensor" failure; I phoned nissan u.s.a operations and was told by their representative that my vehicle was not included in a recall for these problems; this is obviously a scam by nissan to not include my VIN based upon the number of complaints for the exact same issues and the VIN's not being included; I plan to sue nissan for the repairs in small claims court in california if it is not rectified.
This 2006 nisaan altima is experiencing the exact same malfunctions as in previous recalls. The crank sensor is causing the car to abruptly stop running if driven at low speed. Incident almost occurred on pa turnpike during am rush hour traffic and finally stopped at a traffic light in a residential area in mid-day. I had to put caution lights on immediately and hope that I didn't cause an accident. Please re investigate this matter. It is such a major concern and needs immediate attention once again I see. Thanks so much!
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the crankshaft position sensor and electronic control module needed to be replaced. The contact was advised that the vehicle was not included in the recall under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling). The failure and the current mileage was 72,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. While parked, the contact noticed that the check engine warning light was illuminated intermittently. A few days later the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where the technicians advised that the engine speed sensor and the crank shaft position sensor failed and would have to be replaced. The contact referenced a recall under the federal safety agency campaign id number: 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling) and the manufacturer was contacted who advised that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 59,000.
Under the federal safety agency id number 07v527000. On 07/20/11 I had a service engine soon light come on. Car was not operating properly, so we took it to ken ganley nissan for service. This is the same problem that appeared on the federal safety agency id 07v52700 for the 2.5 engine crankshaft position sensor. The dealer stated this vehicle was no on the recall list. Since this is the same failure that was to be recalled, why was I charged $315.22 for repairs? It appears to me that nissan did not take care of all the recalled vehicles, but picked and chose only certain ones to reduce their expenses. It distorts the purpose of a recall process. Updated 10/20/11
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled while driving 5mph and above and the crank shaft sensor light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop and the contact was informed that the crank shaft sensor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with the federal safety agency campaign id number 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling). The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 64,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that when driving various speeds over 5 MPH, the check engine warning light would illuminate followed by the vehicle stalling. The vehicle was taken to and inspected by the dealer who advised that the crankshaft sensor needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and they advised him that he was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling). The failure and current mileages were unknown.
2006 nissan altima caught on fire, june 8, 2011. My son was driving from work to home on the highway and orange sparks was coming from underneath the car, so he pulled over on the median. When he proceeded to lift up the hood of the car, black smoke and flames were coming from the hood and he and other drivers called 911. According to the fire department, oil and other fluids were coming from the car down the highway on fire. My son is ok, but I can not get any help with this car. I have a burned car sitting in my driveway and can not drive it everything underneath the hood is melted. I still owe on this car. Need help! I only had the car for 8 months.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start. After several attempts, he was able to start the vehicle within fifteen minutes. The vehicle was diagnosed and the failure codes revealed that the crank shaft position sensor was malfunctioning. The dealer was contacted and they advised him that the vehicle was not recalled and would provide no further assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 55,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told the electronic control module had failed. The contact spoke with the manufacturer and was told their vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number: 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling). The failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 99,000.
There was a recall id#06v223000 for 2006 nissan altima for oil consumption. My car is experiencing the same problem as the above mentioned recall id. Describes. According to nissan consumer affairs, "that all recalls and service campaign info is vehicle indentification number specific, depending on the mfg date and the plant where the vehicle was assembled. Therefore not all models are subject to the same recalls" their saying my car dose not fall under that recall.
On several occasions my car as suddenly cutoff, while driving!!!! Luckily, nobody was ever physically hurt. Mentally and emotionally it scared the crap out of several people, including myself. While on the expressway I've started to notice my car automatically slowing down after a certain speed, without me even touching the brakes. For awhile I stopped getting on the expressway, in fear of my car completely stopping with cars driving behind me at a faster pace. Also, at 55 + miles/hr my tires start to wobble and there's a scrubbing noise with the wobble sometimes. It feels like my back tires are about to fall off. I've bought 3 sets of tires already, and tomorrow will be my 4th set. This is ridiculous and very unsafe!!!!! Please help me, thanks.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. While the contact was driving approximately 60 MPH, the engine stalled. In addition, the check engine warning light and oil gauge indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer two different times for the similar failures. The engine head gasket was replaced and a diagnostic test was performed which detected a failure code within the catalytic converter. The failure recurred after the repair and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where they advised that the engine would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 123,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact was driving approximately 10 MPH when the vehicle stalled with the illumination of the check engine warning light. The failure recurred three different times intermittently. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed the failure as the crank shaft position sensor. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number: 07v527000 (engine and engine cooling) but the VIN was not included. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
Beginning 2009 at roughly 40,000 mi the car began to rattle while accelerating, I took the car to the dealership and they determined that the catalytic converter had failed and it's mount to the engine had broken, it was replaced. Then at 81,300 mi I was driving 30mph when my engine light came one, I made an appointment and took the car to the dealership the next morning. I was told again the catalytic converter had gone and in turn taken out the ego sensor as well.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact noticed that the tail pipe was emitting excessive smoke. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that sludge was present because of improper vehicle maintenance. The manufacturer agreed with the local dealer and offered no additional assistance. No repairs were performed due to the cost. The urrent mileage was 47,000 and the failure mileage was 46,000. Updated 04/25/11 *bf updated 1/18/2012 *ln the consumer stated mechanic informed him the piston rings are defective.
Since october 2010, I have had to get oil changes at least 1000 miles sooner (lately it's been more) than the 3000 mile mark. The mechanics have not found an external leak, and I have been told by two mechanics that my engine has to be consuming the oil since it is not leaking. I called nissan (and a few dealers), and they all said that my VIN did not qualify for a recall. My car has the same issue as the others that were recalled, so is nissan required to check it or fix it?
2006 altima-sluggish performance-had to put 2 quarts of oil in car today-just had oil change two weeks ago. While driving up a slope car starts to jerks hard-pulled off road-cut the car off-took several tries before car would start. It has been doing this for the past two days...
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that the engine was consuming a significant amount of oil within a short period of time and required one quart of oil dispensed every week. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they informed the contact that the engine rod failed due to low oil levels. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign id number: 06v223000 (engine and engine cooling) but was advised that his vehicle could not be serviced under the recall due to the extremely high mileage of the vehicle. The failure persisted until the engine became inoperable. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure was approximately 130,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan altima. The contact stated that while driving 45 MPH, the catalytic converter and the crankshaft sensor failed as the vehicle stalled suddenly. It was restarted within five minutes. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who repaired the crankshaft sensor but not the catalytic converter. The contact called the manufacturer who offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 90,000 and the current mileage was 120,000.
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