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2006 Nissan Altima repairs by problem area

Engine (42%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (19%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (0%)

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2006 Nissan Altima electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (17%)

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Chart based on 12 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan

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

55300 mi

US $105
sticks, leaves and other debris in vents 
87000 mi

US $500
Electrical system was going haywire due to a short circuit somewhere. Speedometer stopped working, ABS and check engine light went on. 

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2006 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD

192999999 mi

US $100
Replaced the compressor for the air conditioner. 
170000 mi

US $20
windshield washer motor failed!!! imagine that!! plus.. starter motor starting to sound bad 
192500 mi

US $700
left front window motor needs repair 
248500 mi

US $250
replace clutch 
49800 mi

US $1450
ac low pressure hose replacement, 
80600 mi

$1000
Replace Aircon compressor 

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2006 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan

175-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD

160000 mi

US $200
Replace both headlights 
Problems starting the car. Starter was suspected. Would turn off the car and turn it back on to resolve. 
113000 mi

US $475
Alternator died with no warning light. Discovered when the car went into limp mode at a stop light. 
51460 mi

C $100
Car wouldn't start on cold morning. Had to replace the OEM battery. Replaced with battery from Costco.  

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2006 Nissan Altima Electrical Problems

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