1999 Nissan Altima Nissan Altima 1999

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1999 Nissan Altima repairs by problem area

Engine (37%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (11%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (30%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (22%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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1999 Nissan Altima electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (33%)

< $100 (50%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

1999 Nissan Altima

Engine not specified

79000 mi

US $800
One of the pulleys froze, causing the car to be very hard to turn. On way to shop for scheduled repair, two dash lights came on- indicated alternator problem. Both repaired at same time. 

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1999 Nissan Altima 4-door

4-cylinder manual 2WD

110200 mi

US $15
Replaced automatic antenna. 

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1999 Nissan Altima 4-door

4-cylinder automatic 2WD

130000 mi

US $20
Replaced alternator failed. Killed brand new battery. Was charged 20.00 for mechanic to come out and jump start car so i can take to the shop. They replaced alternator at no charge as it was well within their warranty time frame. 
119000 mi

US $34
A/C has been getting worse for about a year, finally decided to recharge since it was less effective than opening a window! Got a crappy recharge kit from autozone, seems to have greatly improved the a/c. 
155000 mi

US $100
Alternator needed replacement 
93000 mi

US $480
Alternator and battery died, car would not start. 

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1999 Nissan Altima Electrical Problems

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