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Expensive Nissan Altima repairs by problem area

Engine (39%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (13%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (24%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (13%)

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

Other (2%)

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Nissan Altima repair cost distribution

$2500+ (23%)

$1000 - $2499 (78%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

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Chart based on 120 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

34000 mi US $334	There is a noise, a clunking sound when turning. It could not be identified, not fix was made. Front bushings were replaced but that did not solve the problem.
75000 mi US $1100	Oxygen sensor,

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25000 mi

US $125

Tire rotation/brake pads check/tire wear check

106000 mi

US $2000

Seat rack was replaced as the screws were stripped and seat cushion was falling down and through the seat rack. The driver's seat window panel was replaced along with harness and motor, the latter 2 wasn't necessary but did Not know that at the time. There were 2 incidents found online about the driver's side window panel that was at fault and nothing else was needed for replacement. Could've saved $800! :(

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7600 mi US $8000	Transmission replaced
14000 mi US $500	Driver side suspension replaced Gas tank replaced

49600 mi C $850	Brake pads and rotors; 4-wheels
52018 mi C $1100	Radio & NAV system Head Unit dead; replaced with aftermarket Pioneer 2300NEX

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160000 mi

US $3000

replaced transmission

63900 mi US $3200	Replace transmission under third party warranty Replace passenger side wheel bearing
71000 mi US $350	engine misfire

71800 mi

US $3883

Replaced transmission

64000 mi US $119	A/C not cooling enough. Only cooled well while car was moving.
67000 mi US $1400	AC not cooling well. Dealer finally says that compressor is failing. Replaced compressor. AC works great again. GEICO paid all but the $250 deductible. I had 'breakdown' insurance with them. Cool!
94000 mi US $100	Mass Air Flow sensor had to be replaced. Engine light came and code P01010 turned up. After replacement, light is gone now.

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96000 mi

US $1450

AC compressor replaced

66000 mi

US $1500

A/C/stopped working. Needed new compressor and condenser.

107000 mi

US $1200

Ac compressor had to be replaced.

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35000 mi US $1600	Instrument panel padded cover was sticky, coating was peeling off due to sun exposure. Reported problem to Nissan USA and local Dealer Service Advisor. Instrument Panel cover was replaced AT NO CHARGE, although out of warranty
38000 mi US $1600	Air conditioning blew warm air. Took car to Dealer and had diagnosed as A/C compressor failure. Part was replaced, system evacuated and recharged. Car returned same day.

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102000 mi US $200	Both rear door locks started intermittently working so they had to be replaced. Doors wouldn't lock or unlock.
111000 mi US $1100	Motor mount cracked and was replaced

28900 mi US $300	severed brake line, replaced brake line
116000 mi US $2300	Engine light came on,computer diagnostic reported timing sensor needed replacement. Also had brake pads and rotors replaced with alignment since car was in the shop.

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44000 mi US $1550	The VDC and Slip light came on - took car for repair - that problem was fixed but it created another problem wherein I ended up paying $1550 for a new harness on a 2010 Altima. Extremely disappointed with Nissan.
67000 mi US $570	Another problem with this car - used AC twice had to replace hose!
148000 mi US $896	Ujoint had to be replaced

11240 mi C $800	Alternator and water pump making high pitch noise - similar to the noise of a loose belt
55180 mi C $150	Battery died within two years of replacing the original one that came with the car. I am now on my 3rd oem battery but this time dealer has implemented a new warranty policy that'd cover the battery for 5 years.
76260 mi C $900	Also been told my shocks and control arm needs replacing, total quoted was close to 3000.
79360 mi C $1200	Replaced suspension; front and rear shocks and struts, also needed the top mount. Front linkage needed to be replaced as well.
91760 mi C $600	engine oil gasket leak; around 400 dollars

124000 mi US $550	Replaced rear shock, pads, and rotors
190000 mi US $1200	Replaced shocks and struts.

61000 mi US $300	Had TSB performed and computer updated to fix stuttering/jerking CVT issue with torque rod kit. Not covered by warranty.
83000 mi US $1300	Complete and sudden loss of cooling due to AC compressor failure

45000 mi US $1100	Main accessory belt required replacement. It was not broken, but had significant cracking There was a seal under the engine which was leaking oil slowly.
125000 mi US $520	One of the coil springs was broken on the front right side, necessitating a fix on both sides

97000 mi US $500	car was very noisy. Replaced both front wheel bearings
120891 mi US $1090	No cold air from AC. Replaced AC compressor and clutch. recharge AX system.
125935 mi US $1233	Replaced front lower control arm.

45880 mi C $2300	Power steering pump failure which had a knock-on affect to the rack (as in rack and pinion. Nissan wouldn't touch it under warranty. Only has 74,000kms on it.
52700 mi C $400	Three warning lights came on including the red one to indicate traction control and stability control was not working (which it wasn't). Problem was combination of sensor, brakes being worn.

97900 mi US $900	Emissions
112000 mi US $1000	Oil cooler

120600 mi

US $2000

broken transmission, replaced with a used one.

128500 mi US $120	Bent wheel stud removed and replaced.
163000 mi US $1020	Also replaced rear calipers

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89500 mi US $212	Both tie rods replaced.
155000 mi US $397	Rear rotors and pads replaced. Still original front brakes at 155,000 miles.
175000 mi US $4000	coil packs and spark plugs replaced. Hybrid system fuse was blown. That was replaced and hybrid system re-set. 2 front lower control arms replaced, 12 volt battery replaced, front brake pads and rotors replaced.
191000 mi US $900	radiator replaced.
221000 mi US $783	I replaced 2 front wheel bearings, both front tie-rod ends, both front struts and both front CV axels

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76200 mi

US $1800

Clutch slave cylinder blew out. Car towed to dealership. Replaced hydraulics and installed new clutch kit.

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35340 mi

C $1300

Front bearing worn and noisy Bearing replacement Holes in catalyst pipe (catalyst was still good) due to rust on soldering joints for heat protector plate

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90000 mi

US $1600

The AC compressor broke and will prevent the car from starting.

32000 mi US $122	Seat sensor, iKey sensor, other electrical harness leading to electronic sensor
38500 mi US $301	Brake pads, calipers; wheel alignment - off-center because of 'sticky'left front brake - first I've ever encountered this problem. TPMS sensor engaged - reengaged after computer reset, tire psi all normal
49000 mi US $6200	Rear end collison; rear quarter about 3/4ths crumpled to rear window, on upper side, and half as much lower.

33260 mi $350	Water gets into the car. Dealer said could not find the source.
41520 mi $200	CVT began whinning while in a long (approx. 120 km) slope up at around 35°C. Had the dealer diagnose the CVT, came up that everything was fine and that oil needed to be replaced. Replaced CVT oil (not included in maintenance manual).
55180 mi $500	Steering lock failed. This failure is actually covered by a recall in the USA, but not in Mexico. So, car would not start, as the system would not recognize the electronic key. Resolved by dealer by replacing the steering lock unit.
79360 mi $2500	The dashboard melted. It´s releasing an oily substance. Dealer quoted $2,500 USD to fix it. I sold the car. Water leaks every time it rains. Dealer could not find the source of the problem.

28000 mi US $135	Battery replaced
59250 mi US $129	This is the second time since purchase that the push button ignition, call Inteligent, failed completely without warning. The car fails to start with the push button, the secondary back up system is disabled, and the steering wheel lock goes into effect. The car cannot be started, or moved, it is completely disabled for driving. There is an extended warranty that I was told was to 100,000 miles for that condition, it is 100,000miles or 5 years, I was beyond the 5 years. Approx. cost is $1000 at a dealer. The part I was told was replaced by a replacement part that is the same defective part, giving you a good chance to have it happen again. I was repaired by the dealer for $129.00 as I know the owner, and the car has 59,000 miles on it. Nissan would not cover it's defective part. DO NOT BUY THIS YEAR ALTIMA OR ANY NISSAN WITH A PUSH BUTTON STARTER. . You stand the chance of being stranded completely with towing the only option.
79000 mi US $4300	exhaust leak, replace ox sensor for smog, recommendation for replacement of Catalytic converters

94000 mi

US $1149

rack failed, replaced w/rebuilt unit.

74000 mi

US $1100

Rear shocks leaking.

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128000 mi US $700	The automatic theft protection device engaged and wouldn't release.
147000 mi US $1000	After 145,000 miles 2 Front struts, 2 rear shocks replaced. Upon inspection, all four were found to be in various stages of leaking.

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58000 mi

US $2500

Steering Lock

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50000 mi US $960	steering actuator died. The part was on back order since this is a prevalent problem with this model. The part took 7 days to arrive and I paid $50 to get top priority. Once the part was received, the car was fixed that day.
93000 mi US $1300	Steering column needed to be replaced again. Since this car had stranded me once again, I bought a new car. My broker bought the car from me and paid for the repairs.

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91000 mi US $1200	Rear and front wheel bearings had gone bad.
103000 mi US $150	clutch safety switch needed to be replaced
115000 mi US $800	Wheel bearings worn again, a different mechanic replaced them and correctly repaired the sensors as well.
126000 mi US $3000	Replacement of worn brake components Performance Tune-up
154000 mi US $3000	Air conditioning system had gone bad.

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43300 mi US $110	Exhaust manifold failure (was told due to rust; currently disputing). Dash light for coolant flickering. Had to replace entire dash gauge set. Center stop light not working most of the time. Keyless entry requires multiple attempts to work.
71000 mi US $250	Dashboard replaced due to peeling/material breakdown (paid $250 as part of Nissan class action settlement).
95000 mi US $1200	A/C stopped working. Compressor and other parts.

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US $3892

Transmission went out completely on freeway at 80 mph, no warning lights, no indication of problem at last service.

63000 mi US $200	Tire pressure sensor had to be reprogrammed because it constantly showed low tire pressure.
92000 mi US $2300	Replaced struts and shocks, cabin filter, serviced a/c, cooling system, checked electrical, aligned wheels.

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86300 mi US $850	A new A/C compressor had to be installed.
87600 mi US $3000	All of the motor mounts and shocks and struts had to be replaced. Pepboys did the work. It cost more than $3000!
89000 mi US $1400	The suspension repair that was previously done by Pepboys was faulty. The work had to be completely redone by Sears Automotive. The front struts, bushings and stabilizer bars had to be replaced with new parts.
89200 mi US $570	Two ignition coils had to be replaced along with battery.
90000 mi US $1600	Front bushings, and air conditioning.
91000 mi US $300	A local independent mechanic shop repaired the electrical issue for less than $300.00.

35000 mi US $5500	CVT transmission started self-destructing on vacation--noise while accelerating
120000 mi US $2200	Service Engine Soon light came on when mileage was 2500 miles over extended warranty (120K). Valve body assembly and torque converter needed to be replaced, and fluid was changed.

124560 mi

C $2400

Cracked coil spring, replace struts and shocks

160000 mi

US $4216

CVT imploded, needed full replacement.

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124000 mi US $2200	All the motor mounts and transmission mounts literally went out at the same time. I had 1 torque mount which had been bad for 4 mths that I hadn't got around to fixing yet which I'm sure didn't help the problem.
153000 mi US $200	Alternator gave out on my way home. Doing the repair myself saves me 900$ but is a pain in the butt. You have to remove half the front of your vehicle.
164000 mi US $100	My radiator was leaking and the stop leak quick fix fluids didnt work. Replaced my radiator and the hoses.

142000 mi US $910	both passenger side tie rods, front sway bar links and both strut bearings.
156 mi US $1260	both catalytic convertors cracked and clogged 3rd cat. Burned rear bank coils from overheating.
179 mi US $1085	replaced compressor due to leaking seal behind compressor clutch. I couldn't find a shop to repair the functioning compressor. Replaced low pressure line and receiver dryer along with compressor.

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42000 mi

US $4268

Full paint job paid by Nissan. Factory paint was bubbling underneath the paint. Nissan sent out multiple specialists who determined that it was a factor defect.

45000 mi US $100	Driver door limit strap broke. Door limit strap on drivers side failed.
103000 mi US $190	R & R complete front strut assembly. Top torque strut rubber cracked
120000 mi US $2200	A $35 clutch throw out bearing failed and it was 17 hours deep into the transaxle. While inside, the mechanic replaced the dual mass flywheel, clutch plate and disk.

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50000 mi

US $2500

Master Slave Cylinder leak AND Clutch was getting close to being needed to be replaced so I went ahead and replaced it.

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69000 mi US $160	Dealer said top engine mount broken, needs a replacement
107000 mi US $150	Leaky head gasket Battery Died. AAA declined to repair because battery tested good with them. It was AAA Battery, so I am upset at them.
142000 mi US $1200	Cracked front Struts and leaking front bushing

65140 mi C $1200	Rack and Pinion failed and lost all power steering.
98980 mi C $402	Stop light switch and wiring harness failed. I was told the failure was related to a wire that was installed for the remote car starter. The additional wire overloaded system.

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156000 mi

US $1200

Passenger Hub assmebly failed.

123860 mi

C $2000

Replaced the back shocks and both front strut assembly's. Bolt was seized on back shocks and the whole shock had to be cut. Ruined knuckle when trying to get the bolt out, had to replace.

94000 mi

US $1400

Squealing replaces pads and rotors

109000 mi US $685	The week following the June transmission replacement both front struts were leaking as if the seals had failed suddenly. Dealer denied responsibility saying the subframe was supported by special equipment, rather than by the struts alone.
116000 mi US $1350	A/C compressor locked at highway speed resulting in loss of serpentine belt at 114,587mi.
126000 mi US $135	Upper torque strut failed
138000 mi US $220	Pressure side power steering hose leaking. Replaced with aftermarket (Edelmann #80651) hose assembly. While car was on the lift for the PS hose replacement mechanic discovered loose and missing engine/transmission cradle bolts. Likely not torqued correctly during April 2013 CVT transaxle replacement.
156000 mi US $1100	Catalytic converter downpipe (part of the exhaust manifold) was found to be cracked. Symptom was a diagnostic code indicating failing catalytic efficiency. Replaced exhaust manifold catalytic converter assembly. CV joint boot failed. Replaced left-side axle/CV joint assembly. Leaking power steering pressure sensor. Power steering pressure sensor replaced.
161000 mi US $100	CVT failed with P0710 Temperature Sensor Circuit, P0826, Manual Mode Switch Circuit and P0841, Trans Fluid Pressure Sensor. Dealer advised replacement of CVT assembly per service bulletin NTB09-044a and Altima sedan with QR25DE engine.

97000 mi US $495	End links rusted and stabilizer bar snapped, all required replacement.
102400 mi US $1500	Rear shocks and struts replaced Front sway bar replaced

24500 mi US $121	12 volt Battery was flat. Car did not start. Charged battery and was tested as bad at auto-shop. Replaced battery which resolved issue.
28500 mi US $131	A/C would work intermittently. Blew hot, problem became more frequent as outside temperatures increased.
31000 mi US $145	Master Cylinder leaking and replaced
49000 mi US $1275	R&R replace faulty axle. Also replaced damaged splash guards. Spent another $600 on tires.
52739 mi US $432	Replaced leaky rear shock absorbers.

83000 mi US $400	Right rear shock leaking; replaced both rear shocks, bushings, and bolts.
112000 mi US $300	Cracked radiator filler assembly, hole in radiator hose. Replaced both.
142000 mi US $150	Replaced PCV valve
170000 mi US $1300	Replaced catalytic converter

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53300 mi US $300	Rear shock absorbers leaking oil
73000 mi US $1400	Check engine light was on. Front catalytic converter was replaced. RIght driveshaft seal was throwing grease onto accessory belt. Replaced driveshaft, transmission seal, accessory belt.

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159000 mi US $300	AC fan would not kick on upon start. WOuld take 10 mins+ before activating. This meant no vent heat or cool fan. AC compresser DID activate
184700 mi US $395	Oil filter housing leak
190000 mi US $1350	Hybrid battery replacement
193700 mi US $200	Hybrid system would not activate after parking. All indicators were active but READY light would not engage. After Checking Brake Pedal Switch and charging battery, problem was located, OEM battery needed replacement at 193k miles!
195000 mi US $160	Hybrid and ABS and Check Engine lights all came on
220000 mi US $800	Replaced front struts set (OEM) and related suspension parts
232500 mi US $900	Multple error codes occured stemming from something causing misfires and rough idle. Because of Communications errors with various control module, a deeper diagnostic scan was made (300) indication back to ignition. While I suspected it was Ign control module, turns out to be bad ignition coil(s) combined with a 12v battery sporadically dropping current to 50cca! !2v Battery replaced, ignition coils replacedm spark plugs replaced. Errors cleared and day 1 went ok. Fingers crossed

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120000 mi

US $1200

Found metal shavings in the engine oil. Not repairing due to cost.

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132000 mi

US $1200

The timing chain tensioners are shot. This is, apparently, a known defect with the VQ35 engine from that time period. It will happen on all V6 engines from that time period and the first warning is a whine from the timing chain area. Sunroof shade jumped off it's track. The only repair is to replace the entire sunroof assembly for about $1,200.

89300 mi US $1400	Replaced Front Brake Rotors, struts & shocks.
98000 mi US $300	Replaced L/R Hub Bearing.

119000 mi

US $1227

Power Steering Rack failure. fluid drained into the power steering rack, and blew out the side of the power steering rack, leaking all the fluid onto the ground.

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49800 mi US $1450	crankshaft sensor, brake fluid evac and replacement, coolant flush and replacement, oil change top passenger engine mount replacement ac low pressure hose replacement,
52000 mi US $220	O2 sensors_upstream and downstream
91000 mi US $800	shocks and struts front brakes -rotors and pads
93000 mi US $185	serpentine belt / tensioner. not done because tech claimed a stripped bolt prevented him from completing the repair. alternator in the way.

48360 mi $200	Radiator
71300 mi $350	slow in engagement, morning sickness, resolved after a complete transmission flush.
80600 mi $1000	Replace Aircon compressor Replace spark plugs, ignition cables

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84940 mi C $200	Crankshaft position sensor
86800 mi C $200	Rear brake seized
93000 mi C $1100	lower control arm and tie rod both left and right side
124000 mi C $250	Brake pads rotors and calipher
135160 mi C $200	Strut and shock
144460 mi C $1000	Floor pan both driver and passenger side

68000 mi

US $1500

Clogged Converter

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81000 mi

US $9000

Valve broke into engine and went through the upper oil pan. Total Loss

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62500 mi US $1300	Replaced A/C Compressor which had broken.
90000 mi US $520	Replaced leaking low pressure AC hose. Replaced leaking low pressure AC hose.

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74400 mi C $2800	Transmission failed, needed to be totally rebuilt Alternator failed, needed to be replaced
81840 mi C $500	oxygen sensors

132700 mi 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
133100 mi US $4500	Engine was destroyed becasue of Pre-Cat failure

53620 mi C $750	AC was not working, they diagnosed the problem, fixed the leak and recharged the system
64360 mi C $1400	Replace drive belts, wheel bearing motor mount
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.
70680 mi C $800	Wheel bearing on the passenger side front wheel needed replacing and the hub was rusted out as well

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250000 mi

US $1000

BATTERY RADIATOR BEARINGS/HUBS FRONT AXLES

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.

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.

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81840 mi C $320	Crank shaft sensor defective.
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.

120000 mi US $800	Replaced Pre Cat due to SES light on with code P0420. Also replaced both O2 sensors
123549 mi US $148	Wheel Alignment.
165100 mi US $175	Cat broke in half
160700 mi US $2500	Rebuilt Transmission

86000 mi US $610	Suspect broken/worn axle bearing.
87000 mi US $925	fuel pump shattered
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.
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.
148000 mi US $400	Failed the state of Illinois emissions testing. They replaced a sensor and an ignition coil.
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.

150000 mi US $200	Replaced the starter
150000 mi US $1200	Blown head gasket

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.
234000 mi US $2000	Transmission rebuilt due to oil leaks.
244000 mi US $600	Struts replaced all 4 wheels.
255000 mi US $400	Noise right front wheel above 30 mph, replaced wheel bearing.
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

89780 mi C $500	replaced alternator
104160 mi C $1000	power steering line rear window motor
107840 mi C $500	engine periodically shuts off or stalls when parked or in motion
111600 mi C $900	needed fuel pump and ignition modulator

102000 mi US $1375	Replaced cracked strut mount, leaking strut, and tie rod end.
107800 mi US $700	Replaced AC compressor. Replaced A/C compressor.
150000 mi US $1100	AC compressor and accumulator require replacement.
157000 mi US $350	Compressor expansion valve replaced.

115940 mi C $5900	replaced both tie-rods and full brakes.
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.
133300 mi C $500	Bank 1 upper sensor replaced

57660 mi C $425	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.
59892 mi C $320	Camshaft position sensor replaced. covered under extended warranty. 96,000KM service completed
61380 mi C $620	Rear Rotors & pads and muffler replaced
61380 mi C $100	Rust on Passenger side rear wheelwell repaired and painted in affected area.
77500 mi C $300	Right rear caliper seized. Pads and rotors replaced on both rear wheels.
91140 mi C $1042	Front flex pipe leaking. Replaced assembly with catalytic converter and 02 sensor.
91760 mi C $1000	Muffler fell off after repair shop failed to diagnose

166000 mi

US $360

Replaced camshaft and crankshaft positioning sensors.

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.

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62000 mi C $300	Replace Camshaft position sensor
99200 mi C $500	Noise from alternator and smell plastic burn . Replace alternator and belt
109820 mi C $2300	replace front tie rods and four shocks and repair front rotor and pads
116300 mi C $400	Replace muffler and flex pipe
130200 mi C $400	Rust on the floor behind front wheel on both driver and passenger's side. It seems to be a common problem with Altima

62329 mi US $120	Front driverside upper Strut bearing to fix craking sound when wheels turn. didn't fix the problem
82000 mi US $185	engine light O2 sensor
110000 mi US $550	left rear and front right calipers pads and rotors
113000 mi US $219	turn signal toggle switch shut off one head light had to be replaced
11300 mi US $200	hi/lo beam steering column switch
126500 mi US $370	right side front and rear bearings
129700 mi US $200	door handles broke in cold ice weather had to paint and install new ones
140700 mi US $150	Rusted driver foot plate
145000 mi US $325	ac condenser replaced and outer belt tensioner and new belt
149000 mi US $350	Alternator and battery same time 350.00
149700 mi US $600	new #1 CAT found out some one switched a used CAT when car was 2 years old in 2006
151000 mi US $180	Hard shift between 1 and second gear. Did drain and refill. worked for a few weeks. Mechanic then recommended Lucas Transmission fix 1 pt. Helped and is much better, but starting to come back as of late Jan. rusted leaking oil pan moisture and air in cooling systen slight leak too
156000 mi US $209	hard 1st to 2nd shift Lucus Transmission stuff helped will do again in 5K
163000 mi US $600	driver side low beam wire short A/c compressor frozen stays on all the time first condenser changed then relay panel then compressor running all the time could break any time advised to replace
164700 mi US $850	complete A/C compressor, dryer condenser belts control modules etc
173000 mi US $1000	Tires, struts. rattle lessened but now I hear a bushing or motor mount may also be causing some problems. Brake pads, rotors and brake fluid flush front.

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132000 mi

US $1200

Check engine light on. Mass air flow replaced. Noise from top of motor. Timing chains, tensioners, and guides replaced. Runs like a new one.

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168000 mi US $115	Rear shocks. Replaced monroe sensatrack which blew after a year with KYB GR2 shocks. Front sway bar bushings and sway bar endliks. Everything bought for $115 on sale
182000 mi US $1000	Haha.Alternator,(after replacing it just a over a year ago)belt, tensioner, sway bar bushings, inner tie rod end, axle seals, rear exhaust manifold and all the gaskets that go along with it, and a hole in the front passenger floor.

139000 mi

US $1300

Oil somehow leaking into spark plugs, corroding those and the cables associated with them. Necessitated changing leaking component as well as all other damaged parts.

113000 mi

US $2000

Blown catalytic converter. Driver's side front hub bearing was shot.

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95000 mi

US $4500

piston gasket blowout - engine replaced

82200 mi US $1000	ABS sensor failed. Sensor required replacement fuel filler tube and associated valve rusted. Live in Cleveland which uses road salt and corrosion can be a problem
83000 mi US $150	The plastic door handle snapped. The weather was very cold and when attempting to open the door, the handle snapped off. This is the second time this has occurred in cold weather
83000 mi US $500	corrosion caused stiff operation of steering system. Disassembly, cleaning and lubrication required

94000 mi US $2100	Blown Head Gasket
94000 mi US $800	Replace Catalytic Converter
110000 mi US $350	Replaced front Struts
125800 mi US $1600	Linkage kit. Strut Bearings replaced. Front Brakes. Broken wheel Stud replaced.
140000 mi US $385	Starter went bad.

61000 mi US $300	Car won't start. Needed tuneup and throttle body cleaning.
78000 mi US $1000	Failure of rack and pinion steering. Had to be replaced.

200880 mi C $1900	Water pump shot. Replaced with new one. Catalytic converter not working. An emmision valve was defective and was replaced. Don't know what it is called.
208320 mi C $943	Heater core replaced Power steering line replaced

85000 mi

US $2000

Engine started making loud knocking sounds after an oil change. Warranty was over, and dealer told me I need a engine replacement !!! Trying to find a used engine at this point..

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142000 mi US $150	catalytic convertor went bad
151600 mi US $230	had to replace oxygen sensor
158000 mi US $500	Misfire cylinder number four.
185000 mi US $1400	engine misfires

96000 mi

US $1000

1. Shocks and Struts 2. Engine Coolant reflush 3. Drive belts need to be replaced 4. Wheel Alignment

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55000 mi US $240	Front left wheel bearing went bad, was replaced. Front left wheel bearing
70000 mi US $1100	Thermostat and engine coolant sensor failed and caused a Check Engine Light. Replaced both thermostat and engine coolant sensor. Front left ABS sensor failed, causing the ABS light to turn on. Replaced front left ABS sensor.
82000 mi US $610	Alternator was failing. Replaced. Apparently it was a pain to get to the alternator on the V6, which resulted in 3.5 hours of labor costs to me.
84000 mi US $210	Oil pan had rusted and was starting to leak. Replaced oil pan.
86000 mi US $400	Rear left caliper was stuck because of rust (MA winters are hard on cars). Had to replace both rear calipers, rotors, and pads. Did not include pads and rotors in cost number above.

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79000 mi US $200	AC stop working after barely using it while in England.
96300 mi US $124	AC was leaking.
99100 mi US $1600	Steering wheel leaking....cambers not aligned causing uneven tire wear. Oil leak.

167000 mi US $200	front motor mount replaced
191500 mi US $500	The original four O2 sensors replaced at 191300 miles.
222000 mi US $1100	Both valve covers on the V6 began seeping oil into spark plug wells. Had to replace both valve covers as the seals are integral to the valve cover.
234000 mi US $743	Mufflers were falling apart. Replace cat-back with Magnaflow system.
239000 mi US $271	Badly worn front right wheel bearing replaced
251000 mi US $250	Front calipers seizing and were corroded beyond repair so they were replaced with remanned units

70000 mi US $300	New front struts and back shocks which is typical wear and tear items considering the mileage
103000 mi US $22500	Replaced left front lower control arm with wheel bearing

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63000 mi US $1250	Service engine light came on. Code reading indicated misfire in cylinder 2. Coolant pressure test indicated a blown head gasket. Repair cost $1250.
83000 mi US $260	I had low pressure in the clutch pedal. I first flushed clutch fluid and then I had to replace clutch master cylinder. Clutch problem seems fixed.
85000 mi US $300	Bad alternator. It had to be replaced.

125000 mi

US $5000

The engine was consuming lots of oil. It started blowing out gray smoke and losing power. I read that this was due to the catalytic converter being burned up and sucked into the engine deteriorating it from inside. I sold it at auction.

151400 mi

US $2000

Catalytic converter and sensors Timing chain was replaced Tie rod ends

120000 mi

US $1265

Head gasket leaking. needed to be replaced.

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73000 mi US $1900	Replace head gasket
121000 mi US $1400	replace catalytic convert and both oxygen sensors

115000 mi US $100	wiring to compressor went bad. Repaired and now AC works fine.
115000 mi US $1100	Had timing chain replaced. Now needs new Cat Conv. High oil consumption. Had timing chain replaced now needs new Cat Conv. High oil consumption.

65000 mi US $1800	replaced mass air flow sensor
97000 mi US $450	Had to replace right rear wheel bearing.

124000 mi US $2000	front end suspension needed replacement
124000 mi US $500	Burning through coolant

137500 mi

US $4000

Piston cracked after returning from a long trip to Oregon.

73660 mi C $3000	My engine was burning oil and during a trip to quebec city it broke. I had to buy a new engine and get it installed on my car.
76260 mi C $680	I had to replace the 4 shock absorbers of my vehicle with new ones.

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85000 mi

US $4500

Engine failure due to Nissan defect!! Nissan refuses to warranty like many other other claims! From 02-05 Nissan customers replaced over 60,000 2.5 L motors in these cars and majority was out of customers pocket!!! NO MORE NISSANS!!!! Motor went out again Nissan told me they could not garantee me it wouldn't do it again. Nearly caused a catastrophe!! Department of Highway Safety needs to look into this problem and do something about it!!

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143000 mi US $1000	Cooling system Suspension
155000 mi US $1015	Intake gasket replaced
156000 mi US $890	Catalytic converter replaced

99200 mi

US $1850

Failed Knock Sensor/Harness, Failed IACV circuie, varnished up Throttle body solenoids, failed Evap Cannister Purge Valve

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114000 mi US $1000	Replaced Leaking Radiator. Drive Belts. Axle Shafts.
120000 mi US $250	Replaced Engine Belts

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