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2005 Nissan Altima repairs by problem area

Engine (41%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (4%)

Suspension and Steering (19%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (18%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)

Other (6%)

Chart based on 231 repairs.
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2005 Nissan Altima repair cost distribution

$2500+ (3%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (20%)

$100 - $499 (36%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 193 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Nissan Altima

Engine not specified

Nissan Altima in Virginia, United States
Nov 2014 - Dec 2014
Dec 2014

81000 mi

US $9000
Valve broke into engine and went through the upper oil pan. Total Loss 
Nissan Altima in Ontario, Canada
Jan 2011 - Apr 2011
Mar 2011

61380 mi

C $855
Full brake repair. Lights replaced around the rear license plate. 
Nissan Altima in California, United States
Dec 2014 - Jun 2015
Feb 2015

91900 mi

US $200
Accessory belt that runs the AC was noisy when car was in Park or Reverse. Mechanic explained that it isn't a problem other than being annoying but I had it fixed anyway. 
Nissan Altima in New Jersey, United States
Mar 2010 - Jun 2011
Apr 2010

115000 mi

US $990
needed a new catalytic converter. however, this problem stems from the fact that less than a year ago i had the throttle replaced and the O2 sensor...i beleive this happened cause the sensor and throttle body had damage and stressed the cat 
Nissan Altima in Kentucky, United States
Nov 2011 - Jan 2012
Jan 2012

US $450
Broken motor mount causing a clunking noise when shifting into gear. Airbag light was flashing and indicated a bad seatbelt sensor. Broken lug nuts on multiple tires. Had the shop pull all 4 tires off and replace all broken or damaged lug nuts. Bad gas milage with 2.5 engine. Max of 22mpg on interstate, at 70mph, using cruise control. 

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2005 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan

260-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual FWD

Nissan Altima in Georgia, United States
Jun 2009 - Oct 2011
Jun 2009

62500 mi

US $1300
Replaced A/C Compressor which had broken. 
Jul 2011

90000 mi

US $520
Replaced leaking low pressure AC hose. Replaced leaking low pressure AC hose. 

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2005 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan

260-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Nissan Altima in Pennsylvania, United States
Jan 2010 - Sep 2015
Jan 2014

US $600
The floor boards rotted away on both of our 2005 Altimas, which are in otherwise great condition. Very shocking and not covered by dealer 
Nov 2014

133100 mi

US $4500
Engine was destroyed becasue of Pre-Cat failure 
Nissan Altima in New Mexico, United States
Jun 2011 - Nov 2012
Jul 2011

102700 mi

US $150
AC was blowing hot air 
Nissan Altima in Ontario, Canada
Nov 2008 - Apr 2013
Nov 2009

74400 mi

C $2800
Transmission failed, needed to be totally rebuilt Alternator failed, needed to be replaced 
Dec 2010

81840 mi

C $500
oxygen sensors 
Nissan Altima in Texas, United States
Jan 2014 - Mar 2014
Jan 2014

63000 mi

US $32
Crankshaft sensor replaced, the sensor is located on lower left side of engine and is in a very tight space 
Nissan Altima in Manitoba, Canada
Oct 2013 - Dec 2013
Nov 2013

101060 mi

C $600
Both front and one rear sway-bar link were replaced. 
Dec 2013

101060 mi
There was a reported leak in one of the hoses to the A/C unit. We were told that it would have to be repaired in the spring and we'd have to do a recharge. 
Nissan Altima in Illinois, United States
Dec 2013 - Jan 2014
Dec 2013

144000 mi

US $200
alternator died need to be replaced 
Nissan Altima in British Columbia, Canada
Feb 2007 - Dec 2015
May 2007

21700 mi
Endlink in rear sway bar was loose and dealership replaced endlink under warranty 
Feb 2011

50220 mi

C $750
AC was not working, they diagnosed the problem, fixed the leak and recharged the system 
Nov 2013

64360 mi

C $1400
Replace drive belts, wheel bearing motor mount 
Aug 2014

66340 mi

C $1500
Transmission went into limp mode and had to be towed to the shop, diagnosed the problem and had the valve body replaced. 
Dec 2015

70680 mi

C $800
Wheel bearing on the passenger side front wheel needed replacing and the hub was rusted out as well 
Nissan Altima in Arizona, United States
Aug 2010 - Jul 2011
Feb 2010

62000 mi

US $250
A/C leak at junction of hard/soft underhood high- and low-pressure lines. Independent shop installed refurbished soft lines. 
Jul 2010

67000 mi
Tack weld on catalytic converter heat shield broke, causing heat shield to vibrate/rattle when the engine is under load (approximately 2800 rpm). Repair covered under long-term federal emissions warranty. 
Mar 2011

74600 mi

US $500
Catalytic converter failure Two power steering lines leaking. Hard and soft lines replaced at owner cost. 

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2005 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan

250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD

Nissan Altima in Quebec, Canada
Apr 2009 - Jun 2013
Nov 2011

45560 mi

C $470
intake solenoid 
Nissan Altima in Texas, United States
Jan 2012 - Dec 2015
May 2012

88200 mi

US $25
Left blinker did not work. A wire was jammed and shorted inside left rear light. Wire replaced. 
Nissan Altima in Arizona, United States
Jun 2011 - Sep 2013
Jul 2011

136000 mi

US $522
wheel fell off car,damaged hub,rim,under wheel well. 
Aug 2013

157900 mi

US $400
bad alternator 
Nissan Altima in Michigan, United States
Jan 2014 - Feb 2014
Feb 2014

151000 mi

US $225
ABS sensor for right, rear wheel had to be replaced. 
Nissan Altima in Nebraska, United States
Oct 2011 - Jul 2013
Dec 2011

68000 mi
mfg process leaves hole between the metal sheeting under the driver's & passenger's side floorbloards where water, snow, & salt collect causing premature rust-thru. Nissan North America will pay $250 toward $8800 repair. Not satisfied at all $650 estimate to cut out the affected sheetmetal and replace 
Mar 2012

71000 mi

US $560
Driver's and Passenger's floorboards rusting through 
Jun 2013

78000 mi

US $450
upper AC hose was leaking where the metal fitting attached to the hose. 
Nissan Altima in Missouri, United States
Dec 2009 - Mar 2010
Mar 2010

111000 mi

US $1500
High pitched whining noise diagnosed as a bearing on gears within engine that engage the timing chain/belt. TSB includes a kit which replaces timing belt/chain and several gears within engine (shotgun approach). Estimated cost for parts/labor $1,500. 
Nissan Altima in Maryland, United States
- Dec 2006
Dec 2006

61000 mi

US $2200
blown head gasket- issue is more with customer satisfaction. Nissan would not consider any assistance even though the vehicle was only 1000 miles beyond end of 60,000 mile warranty on drive train. 
Nissan Altima in California, United States
Aug 2007 - Mar 2010
Sep 2007

136000 mi

US $350
had to replace driver side axle due to failure. dealer notified me that passenger side axle is on its way out also and will need to be replaced soon. 
Mar 2008

148000 mi
Taken to dealer because of hearing and feeling a clunk through brake pedal. Dealer reported that all engine components were in good shape except for engine mounts which are causing the clunk. 
Nissan Altima in Minnesota, United States
Nov 2008 - Oct 2015
Oct 2015

142000 mi

US $600
Oil leaks in a sensor and the valve cover 
Nissan Altima in Texas, United States
Jun 2007 - Mar 2010
Oct 2007

56000 mi
Completely lost all power. Vehicle shut down. When tried to crank up with the key in ignition, nothing. HOwever, when pop the remote, lights flashes. Battery full (checked by O'reilly AND Autozone). TomPeacock Dealer did not provide alternative vehicle Same problem eventhough the engine has been replaced! Vehicle shut down on freeway. TomPeacock on North freeway Houston,TX could not fix. The car has been shut down AGAIN. No response from deal even though tryin' 2 contact 'em. Already talked 2 NissanNort 
Nissan Altima in Puerto Rico
Jul 2006 - Sep 2013
Jan 2006

32000 mi
Replaced alternator and battery 
May 2008

65000 mi

US $430
Radiator broke. Replaced it and the thermostat too. 
Jan 2009

75000 mi

US $74
Fender undercover blew away and took with it the engine side cover. 
May 2011

100000 mi

US $280
Replaced driver side front suspension ball bearing 
Nov 2011

105000 mi

US $55
Replace rear driver side wheel hub 
Nov 2012

114300 mi

US $330
Power steering power hose was leaking and was replaced. Engine mounts were damage and replaced all 4 
Jun 2013

120000 mi

US $160
Broken driver side door handle 
Jul 2013

120000 mi

US $210
Changed the struts and related parts like hat/hat bearing/bump stops/rubber seats Replaced the front bar end link. 
Nissan Altima in Ohio, United States
Apr 2016 - Sep 2017
Apr 2016

174000 mi

US $750
Radiator cracked and leaked into alternator. bought/installed new radiator and alternator. Repair was done by my grandfather who is ,while not ase certified, someone I would consider a master mechanic, and myself. 
Nissan Altima in California, United States
Jan 2015 - Oct 2015
Oct 2015

250000 mi

US $1000
BATTERY RADIATOR BEARINGS/HUBS FRONT AXLES 
Nissan Altima in Puerto Rico
Dec 2007 - Jan 2024
Dec 2010

58000 mi

US $250
The engine started a whining noise, turned out that there is a TSB NTB07-042c for VQ35 engines, which describe that the problem is the secondary timing chain tensioners worn out. Very difficult job due to all the parts that have to come out 
Sep 2012

64000 mi

US $20
Inner passenger side CV joint boot was broken and leaked grease. Part was replaced with a new one. 
Dec 2012

65000 mi

US $160
Buzzing noise at rear of car. Increasing with speed. Rear wheel hubs replaced. Harsh ride at rear. Shock absorber replaced. 
Aug 2014

77000 mi

US $100
Valve Rocker Cover Assembly started leaking oil. Changed valve covers gaskets. Since I had to remove intake manifold, changed sparkplugs. 
Jan 2015

67500 mi
Had to replace the Bank 2 Camshaft sensor. Symptom was my car took long time to start, check engine light on, and auto transmission stuck in 5th gear. 
Sep 2016

87000 mi

US $300
Inner tie rod damaged. Replaced both side inner and outer. Replaced both front control arms. The bushings in the control arms were starting to dry rot and showing cracks when flexing. 
Oct 2016

87300 mi

US $350
I replaced all 4 shocks, the front ones were original and one was blown, the rear ones were Monroe replacements which were blown also, I replaced all 4 with KYB brand shocks. In the front I also replaced the strut mount, strut bearing and boots with origi 
Jan 2017

89000 mi

US $25
Upper Oil Pan seal replacement. 
Apr 2017

90000 mi

US $20
Power steering return hose changed. 
Jul 2017

91000 mi

US $200
AC Compressor return hose was leaking. Replaced with new genuine one. 
Sep 2017

92500 mi

US $60
Had to replace the Bank 1 Camshaft sensor. Symptom was my car took long time to start, check engine light on, and auto transmission stuck in 5th gear. 
Apr 2018

96800 mi

US $350
Front Mount and Right Mount were broken. Both replaced. Also replaced Left mount as preventive measure. 
Aug 2018

98000 mi

US $250
Rear engine mount replaced. 
Oct 2018

100000 mi

US $70
Rear springs were replaced. Car was sitting about 1/2 inch lower than spec. New springs brought back car to specified height. 
Jan 2019

101795 mi

US $80
Pump was leaking oil at back cover so Power steering pump seal kit was installed. New belt was installed also. Heat shield of bank 1 catalytic converter became loose due to failing welds. This caused a rattling noise and started leaking on the spot weld. We drilled the spot weld to remove them, enlarged hole and make a thread on them. Then installed screws to hold the heat shield and welded the screws to the heat shield to prevent loosening. Engine oil leak at the upper oil pan front half moon seal. Seals replaced. After repair, inspected area and still can see an oil weep in the area. Before fully inspecting, I think its a failure of the gray sealant on the oil pan. Will try the repair in the future. Replaced all coolant rubber hoses. Radiator hoses, oil cooler hoses, transmission oil cooler hoses, heater core hoses, throttle body hose, egr hose, bypass hoses. 
Feb 2019

102400 mi

US $150
Original radiator from car started leaking from a crack at the top plastic cap. Radiator was replaced and a new radiator cap was installed. 
Sep 2020

109500 mi

US $20
Oil pressure light sensor failed. Tested it and then change it with a new genuine one. 
Dec 2021

110000 mi

US $21
Passenger side door handle broke while opening the door. Purchased a new one and installed it. 
Mar 2022

111000 mi

US $25
Rear Driver side Door handle broke. Replaced the handle with a new one. 
Jan 2023

116000 mi

US $175
Buzzing of rear wheel bearings, both. 
Jul 2023

121000 mi

US $105
Variable Valve Timing (VVT) Solenoid / Actuator malfunctioning (Bank 1) 
Dec 2023

125000 mi

US $50
Ignition coil, cylinder 5 malfuntion. 
Jan 2024

126000 mi

US $13
rear right wheel bearing started buzzing, had less than 10K miles. 
Nissan Altima in South Carolina, United States
Feb 2007 - Mar 2010
Apr 2007

25000 mi
Transmission cooler leak. Now awaiting appointment to replace trans cooler. Engine undercover coming off. Dealer ordered new cover. Awaiting appointment to have replaced. 
Jul 2007

28000 mi
Trans cooler leak, cooler replaced, problem gone Faulty air/fuel sensor, replaced, has not returned 

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2005 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan

250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed manual FWD

Nissan Altima in Wisconsin, United States
Sep 2007 - Jun 2018
Jan 2008

24000 mi
Replaced throwout bearing. 
Nov 2015

53000 mi

US $75
Replaced blower motor resistor. 
Jul 2016

55200 mi

US $200
Weld clutch pedal assembly 

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2005 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD

Nissan Altima in Iraq
Apr 2011 - Dec 2012
May 2011

19840 mi

$120
engine tend to stop while AC is on during idle speed,the problem was solved by replacing the fuel pump 

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2005 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

Nissan Altima in Colorado, United States
Feb 2010 - Dec 2014
May 2010

90000 mi

US $125
Standard problem as far as I recall... Replaced cam/crank shaft sensors (I think) - parts were cheap and labor is easy enough to do yourself, although I paid a Nissan master tech to do it for me. 
Nissan Altima in Alberta, Canada
Nov 2017 - Jun 2018
Nov 2017

79980 mi

C $300
worn brake pads replaced 
May 2018

81840 mi

C $500
Climate control thermostat replacement 
Nissan Altima in Connecticut, United States
Apr 2012 - Dec 2014
Jan 2013

171100 mi

US $850
computer diagnostic code appeared and needed new exhaust header which contains a pre-catalytic converter inside it. Old pre-cat had failed. 
Nissan Altima in Alberta, Canada
Jul 2012 - Feb 2014
Aug 2012

139380 mi

C $40
Previous owner had broken off gas cap cover release lever and bent/broken gas cap cover/lid, replaced both the lever and the lid, as well as the spring on the lid. Time for painting not included. 
Dec 2012

141980 mi

C $30
No brake assist until vehicle warmed up when outside temperature was below -11C. Vacuum hose from brake booster to engine needed to be replaced. 
May 2013

144940 mi

C $850
Front cover seal leaking and rocker cover seal leaking. Front cover was damaged during repair and needed replacement, rocker cover gasket replaced. Timing chain and guides replaced as a preventative measure. 
Feb 2014

150040 mi
Engine would cough and sometimes stop when RPM dropped suddenly after engine warmed up. I.e. when stopping quickly. 
Nissan Altima in California, United States
Aug 2013 - Sep 2016
Sep 2013

223000 mi

US $1700
Pre Cat converter problem, plus crankcase sensor. Would not pass smog due to service engine light being on for Pre cat. Two ignition coils were replaced. 
Dec 2013

234000 mi

US $2000
Transmission rebuilt due to oil leaks. 
Mar 2014

244000 mi

US $600
Struts replaced all 4 wheels. 
Jul 2014

255000 mi

US $400
Noise right front wheel above 30 mph, replaced wheel bearing. 
Nov 2014

265000 mi

US $300
Intermittent "hop" at low idle and "service engine soon" light was on. Computer readout showed camshaft solenoid and was replaced with dealer part. Still "hopped" after the repair but at lessor level but no "service engine soo 
May 2016

283100 mi
Coils replaced two failures from aftermarket Autozone under warrenty. Also one Bosh Double Platinum plug failed at 50,000 that had to be replaced. Computer read only coils and did not read bad plug. 
Nissan Altima in New York, United States
Nov 2014 - Dec 2016
Sep 2016

137000 mi

US $150
Right motor mount 
Nissan Altima in Ontario, Canada
Apr 2016 - Jul 2019
Sep 2016

81840 mi

C $320
Crank shaft sensor defective. 
Dec 2016

84940 mi

C $1200
The AC pump broke and started making noise. AC no longer works and the broken pump causes the car to idle low and drive rough. 
Nissan Altima in Pennsylvania, United States
Apr 2015 - Jun 2016
Aug 2015

138900 mi

US $200
Scheduled repair of brakes. Exacerbated by lying mechanics who took money but didn't make repairs. Had to replace all 4 brake pads and rotors plus both rear calipers. 
Sep 2015

139000 mi

US $60
Hit a large pot hole, caused loud scraping/rubbing noise from front left wheel linked to speed. Turns out the pothole had just loosened a bolt. Mechanic had it tightened and fixed in so minutes, including test drive. 
Jan 2016

US $700
AC compressor seized, and since it was belt driven, it caused the engine to shut off after being on for just a few seconds. Had to have it towed to the repair shop, where they replaced the compressor. Also had them replace my spark plugs. 
Jun 2016

143000 mi
AC compressor died. After been replaced only 4 months before. 
Nissan Altima in California, United States
Oct 2014 - Dec 2016
Mar 2016

166000 mi

US $360
Replaced camshaft and crankshaft positioning sensors. 
Dec 2016

180000 mi

US $1000
I had to replace two motor mounts,  then replace the crank-shaft positioning sensor for the second time.  In addition my key broke when attempting to start my car, I ended up towing my car to the mechanic where they had to order another key then reprogram the car with the new key.  In addition the starter was going bad as it was very difficult to start the car multiple times in a day. I ended up getting rid of this car two days later and buying a new one. 
Nissan Altima in Ontario, Canada
Sep 2014 - Apr 2015
Jan 2015

C $50
Steering became tight, mechanic lubricated it. 
Apr 2015

140740 mi

C $900
Suspension forks were replaced and 1 tie rod 
Nissan Altima in Nova Scotia, Canada
Jun 2012 - Apr 2015
Oct 2012

89780 mi

C $500
replaced alternator 
Mar 2014

104160 mi

C $1000
power steering line rear window motor 
Nov 2014

107840 mi

C $500
engine periodically shuts off or stalls when parked or in motion 
Apr 2015

111600 mi

C $900
needed fuel pump and ignition modulator 
Nissan Altima in California, United States
- Aug 2010
Aug 2010 Car has never had the gas milage I expected and has had multiple issues with crank shaft sensors and transmission sensor 
Nissan Altima in Ontario, Canada
Sep 2012 - May 2019
Sep 2014

115940 mi

C $5900
replaced both tie-rods and full brakes. 
Jul 2016

122860 mi

C $220
Flex pipe at exhaust rusted with small holes. Cut it off and solded a new flex pipe. Took 2hours to wait. 
Mar 2018

130820 mi

C $80
Exhaust pipe: the bolts to secure two sections was rusted and broken. 
Sep 2018

133300 mi

C $500
Bank 1 upper sensor replaced 
Nissan Altima in Washington, United States
Jul 2010 - Jun 2012
Aug 2010

103000 mi

US $312
P0745 - bad solenoid in transmission, faulty wiring. Drop trany pan, clean, replace 1-2 solenoid and repair faulty wiring. Info attached to a TSB, found out with check engine light coming on. 
Oct 2010

104000 mi

US $150
P0725 and P0335 error code on OBDII pointing to failure of camshaft and/or crankshaft position sensor(s). Replaced both. Car operated normally for 24 hours and then CEL returned with same problem. 
Dec 2010

108000 mi

US $72
CEL indicating sensor problem, sensor replaced. 
Nissan Altima in Iowa, United States
Dec 2009 - Jun 2022
Apr 2010

85200 mi

US $550
Failure of ignition key interlock (could not remove key from ignition switch) necessitated the replacement of the entire gear shift selector assembly. There was a TSB on this issue, but we were responsible for the total cost of repair. Rear seatbelt retractor was starting to fail. Part was ordered and was to be repaired under warranty, however, Nissan shipped wrong part. 
May 2010

86000 mi
seatbelt retractor replaced under the car manufacturer's seatbelt warranty 
Nov 2010

87600 mi

US $60
Roof molding flew off of car while traveling highway speeds. I was not able to find the molding and it was replaced. 
May 2014

112000 mi

US $500
Camshaft position sensor was failing. Mechanic was able to get new sensor with no difficulty, but the wiring connector had failed and he could not locate a new connector! After a lengthy search he ended up using silicone adhesive. 
Dec 2015

122000 mi

US $185
Safety interlock failed, which caused the shift to refuse to move out of park, etc. Mechanic circumvented the interlock by using a cable tie. Engine was using coolant. Mechanic diagnosed a very slight leak of the head gasket by #4 cylinder. Leak was small enough I decided not to repair at this time. 
Aug 2016

125600 mi

US $190
Flex exhaust pipe had failed and was replaced. 
Nissan Altima in Ontario, Canada
Feb 2009 - Mar 2012
Mar 2009

62000 mi
the rear window heater not work. the dealer figured that the control unit box needs to be replaced. the heater on the rear window didn't get heated. fixed under warranty 
Dec 2010

83700 mi

C $300
daylight module is not functional; no hot air due to air in the cooler 
Feb 2011

83700 mi
lost hot air, it was found that due to leak of coolant and the bracket was loosen. 
Mar 2012

96720 mi

C $450
front tie rod left side 
Nissan Altima in New Hampshire, United States
Dec 2011 - Aug 2013
May 2012

117300 mi

US $25
Crankshaft sensor failed. Car hard to start and would start stalling 
Nov 2012

132100 mi

US $300
Passenger side mirror broke off. Unsure if this was from a collision or not. Broke off while driving. O2 sensor failure 
Apr 2013

140800 mi

US $300
Oxygen sensors and MAF due to P1275 Needed to address P1273 MAF replaced, Fuel Pump replaced 
Jul 2013

145000 mi

US $200
Floor under driver side rusted out. Replaced floor pan and patched undercarrage. Leak found in lower intake mainfold 
Nissan Altima in Delaware, United States
Jan 2008 - Mar 2013
Jul 2010

58000 mi

US $960
Brake calipers no longer functioning properly, needed replacement. 
Nissan Altima in Tennessee, United States
Nov 2007 - Jun 2011
Mar 2008

30000 mi

US $236
Transmission does not shift correctly, or intermittently shift correctly. Other than shifting car is working great. I fill they didn't correct the shifting problem maybe repaired ... Check engine light, failure of speed sensor replaced speed sensor, yet 
Apr 2008

31000 mi
Transmission was replaced in Altima with a 2k mileage transmission from salvage yard. 
May 2009

46000 mi

US $141
axle leaking (under factory warranty) cpu update-factory recall 
Feb 2010

56000 mi

US $420
leaking oil seal on transmission, cracked steering belt plus usual oil change, filter etc 
Nissan Altima in Georgia, United States
Mar 2007 - Mar 2010
Jun 2007

32000 mi
Audible gurgling noise under dashboard on acceleration. 
Nissan Altima in Alberta, Canada
Aug 2007 - Apr 2014
Jan 2013

97340 mi

C $400
brought in for a routine wheel alignment. Found inner tierods were shot. Had to order parts and bring back at a later date. 
Nissan Altima in Kentucky, United States
Oct 2007 - Mar 2010
Jun 2008

49000 mi

US $22
The camshaft position sensor needed replacing. I took it to Auto Zone to diagnose the problem, and got the replacement part for $22. I replaced the part myself after having to tow the car home. It works fine now. 
Nissan Altima in Delaware, United States
Apr 2010 - Nov 2013
Mar 2010

US $40
Replaced Pre Cat due to SES light on with code P0420. Also replaced both O2 sensors Replaced Crank position sensor. 
May 2010

123549 mi

US $148
Wheel Alignment. 
May 2012

165100 mi

US $175
Cat broke in half 
Jan 2013

160700 mi

US $2500
Rebuilt Transmission 
Nissan Altima in Quebec, Canada
Feb 2010 - Mar 2012
Mar 2010

69440 mi

C $93
replaced door speakers replaced door speakers 
Oct 2010

75640 mi

C $145
replaced rear stabilizer links and bushings 
Jul 2011

79980 mi

C $600
Front links and left table (ball joint) replaced 
Mar 2012

87420 mi
mechanic discovered floor rusted through on passenger side. estimated $3-500.00 to repair. I sold the car. 
Nissan Altima in Illinois, United States
Feb 2007 - Jun 2013
May 2008

86000 mi

US $610
Suspect broken/worn axle bearing. 
Jun 2008

87000 mi

US $925
fuel pump shattered 
Nov 2008

95000 mi
Mechanic suspected bearing inside universal joint has siezed. 
Apr 2009

104000 mi

US $1200
Steering shaft needed to be replaced. Replaced catalytic converter to pass state emissions testing brakes were squeaking. mechanism other than pads/rotors adjusted. 
Dec 2009

119000 mi
Suspected broken axle. 
Feb 2011

147000 mi

US $1700
Check engine light was on. The car had difficulty starting and sometimes ran rough as if a sparkplug needed to be replaced. Car delayed getting into gear. Transmission fluid was flushed/replaced. From cold start, brakes would not engage until car was warm. Calipers were replaced. Heat shield was loose. Dealer said they removed it, but I still hear the same noise when car idles. Fuel door hinge is broken. Fuel door will not close completely. Indoor fuel door release is useless. Steering wheel shook when driven. Link was replaced/reseated. Tires were aligned and balanced. 
Mar 2011

148000 mi

US $400
Failed the state of Illinois emissions testing. They replaced a sensor and an ignition coil. 
Jun 2012

177000 mi

US $500
A/C not effective if outside temp > 80F. Recharged coolant. Left and right tie rods replaced. One larger (and more expensive) suspension part replaced as well. 
Apr 2013

194000 mi

US $90
Grounding cables were replaced. Connecting areas disintegrated. 
Jun 2013

194000 mi
Bearing needed replacement due to wear. Repair not done. 
Nissan Altima in Pennsylvania, United States
Jan 2011 - Apr 2011
Mar 2011

133000 mi

US $200
Catalytic Converter efficiency - MIL set DTC P0420 requires new converter.  
Nissan Altima in Kansas, United States
Aug 2011 - Jun 2013
Sep 2011

98000 mi

US $185
engine crankshaft sensor was not working. The sensor had to be replaced. crankshaft sensor replacement 
Nissan Altima in New Jersey, United States
Jun 2010 - Apr 2014
Mar 2010

102000 mi

US $1375
Replaced cracked strut mount, leaking strut, and tie rod end. 
Jul 2010

107800 mi

US $700
Replaced AC compressor. Replaced A/C compressor. 
Apr 2013

150000 mi

US $1100
AC compressor and accumulator require replacement. 
Jul 2013

157000 mi

US $350
Compressor expansion valve replaced. 
Nissan Altima in Manitoba, Canada
Jul 2010 - Jun 2018
Oct 2010

57660 mi
Daytime running lights inoperative, passenger side High beam not working. Owner determined the problem was with the daytime running light module. Dealer confirmed diagnosis and ordered replacement module. Daytime running light module replaced. 
Mar 2011

59892 mi

C $320
Camshaft position sensor was replaced Camshaft position sensor replaced. covered under extended warranty. 96,000KM service completed 
Jun 2011

61380 mi

C $620
Rear Rotors & pads and muffler replaced 
Jul 2011

61380 mi

C $100
Rust on Passenger side rear wheelwell repaired and painted in affected area. 
Aug 2012

66960 mi

C $90
Fault code 0725 & 0335. Replaced defective crankshaft position sensor. Pain in the butt to replace. Obviously designed by a laid off GM engineer. Smarten up Nissan! 
Sep 2012

66960 mi

C $20
Hood prop arm storage clip broken. 
Dec 2014

77500 mi

C $300
Right rear caliper seized. Pads and rotors replaced on both rear wheels. 
Jul 2017

91140 mi

C $1042
Front flex pipe leaking. Replaced assembly with catalytic converter and 02 sensor. 
Aug 2017

91760 mi

C $1000
Muffler fell off after repair shop failed to diagnose 
Oct 2017

91760 mi

C $30
Lower rad hose had small leak. Replaced lower and upper rad hoses. 
Nissan Altima in Illinois, United States
May 2010 - Sep 2014
Jan 2011

120200 mi

US $75
Pin in door hinge was worn. Entire hing had to be replaced. 
Sep 2011

106000 mi

US $500
Replaced sensor mounted above gas tank 
Sep 2013

135000 mi
Switch that operates power windows 
Sep 2014

142000 mi
exhaust needs replacing 
Nissan Altima in Washington, United States
Apr 2014 - Jun 2015
May 2015

160800 mi

US $80
Ignition Coil, Cylinder Misfire code 
Nissan Altima in Maryland, United States
Dec 2013 - Jun 2015
Jan 2014

129000 mi

US $350
Heating problems. Thermostat was replacde but it still does not heat the car 

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2005 Nissan Altima 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

Nissan Altima in California, United States
Aug 2007 - Mar 2010
Dec 2008

62000 mi

US $500
A/C lines. 
Nissan Altima in Texas, United States
Sep 2007 - Mar 2010
Dec 2007

42000 mi

US $129
Evap problem, most likely loose gas cap even though it wasn't loose. 
Nissan Altima in Arkansas, United States
Feb 2014 - Apr 2014
Mar 2014

182000 mi

US $350
The larger and more expensive catalytic converter was found to be deterating...it was decided to not repair it and drive until I could find a new auto. It was a good decision. 
Apr 2014

182000 mi
Catalytic converter needed to be replaced. 

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2005 Nissan Altima 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

Nissan Altima in Wisconsin, United States
Apr 2007 - Mar 2010
Aug 2007

36000 mi

US $700
Both front struts replaced due to knocking noise when going over bumps. It was at the dealership for 2 days. I was 1.5 months out of warranty (by time, not miles). Nissan manufacturer warranty is 3/36. I contacted Nissan but they would not cover. 
Nissan Altima in Ohio, United States
Jan 2008 - Apr 2009
Feb 2009

42000 mi

US $220
Thermostat and heat sensor. 
Mar 2009

42000 mi

US $535
Transmission sensor and belts. 

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