2006 Nissan Altima and Nissan Sentra recall: engine and engine cooling

Nissan North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on June 21, 2006. It covers about 85,000 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 85,000
reported: Jun 21, 2006
owners notified: Jun 9, 2006
related complaints: 385

Engine and engine cooling

What is wrong: Certain passenger vehicles equipped with 2.5l engines may experience excessive engine oil consumption as a result of improper performance of the piston rings.
Risk: If the oil is not maintained at least at the minimum level, engine damage can occur and in extreme cases result in an engine fire.
Remedy: Dealers will reprogram the electronic control module (ECM or engine computer). Your vehicle will also be inspected to determine if it has been consuming engine oil at a higher than normal rate. In a small percentage of vehicles, engine replacement will be needed. On june 9, 2006, nissan notified owners of the possibility of excessive oil consumption and the importance of maintaining the oil at a proper level. Follow-up letter to owners advising them of the status of the recall was sent during august 2006. Followup letter to owners was sent on november 15, 2006. Owners may contact nissan at 1‑800‑647‑7261.

Recall number 06V223000

Affected vehicles

Nissan Altima 2006 2006
Nissan Sentra 2006 2006

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 385 complaints about engine problems.

2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Sentra

Questions about recall 06V223000

Is there a recall on the 2006 Nissan Altima and Nissan Sentra engine and engine cooling?

Yes. Recall 06V223000, reported on June 21, 2006, covers about 85,000 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 06V223000?

Dealers will reprogram the electronic control module (ECM or engine computer). Your vehicle will also be inspected to determine if it has been consuming engine oil at a higher than normal rate. In a small percentage of vehicles, engine replacement will be needed. On june 9, 2006, nissan notified owners of the possibility of excessive oil consumption and the importance of maintaining the oil at a proper level. Follow-up letter to owners advising them of the status of the recall was sent during august 2006. Followup letter to owners was sent on november 15, 2006. Owners may contact nissan at 1‑800‑647‑7261.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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