| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
2012 Nissan Altima repairs by problem area
Engine (32%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (16%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (25%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (14%)
Other (4%)
Select a problem area
- Engine
- Transmission and Drivetrain
- Brakes and Traction Control
- Suspension and Steering
- Electrical and Air Conditioning
- Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim
- Other
Chart based on 57 repairs.
2012 Nissan Altima electrical repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (23%)
$500 - $999 (23%)
$100 - $499 (8%)
< $100 (46%)
Chart based on 13 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2012 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| 120000 mi US $35 |
Speaker in front passenger door failed. Replaced. |
| 165000 mi US $500 |
AC clutch failed, rusted on so badly replacement of compressor was also required. |
2012 Nissan Altima 4dr Sedan
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
| 74000 mi US $600 |
Replaced compressor. |
| 96000 mi US $1450 |
AC compressor replaced |
| 66000 mi US $1500 |
A/C/stopped working. Needed new compressor and condenser. |
| 126000 mi US $915 |
AC Compressor died and was replaced. |
| 65400 mi | Took the car into Costco as I had a warning light. They told me that the tires sold with the car were not recommended as they would not support the weight of the car. Had them replace all tires with recommended tires. Also had a tire sensor replaced. |
| 67360 mi | Pushed white fuse into place so that Air Conditioning would not come on each time car is started. Apparently the factory does not fully insert it as it can drain the battery in the car lot. |
| 48000 mi US $200 |
TPMS sensor will show on |
| 8000 mi | Outside temp sensor inop |
| 7000 mi | Audio sound level is diminished most of the time. |
| 1000 mi | AC problems, not enough refrigerant. Fixed by adding some. |
| 107000 mi US $1200 |
Ac compressor had to be replaced. |
| 41000 mi US $50 |
Cruise control inoperable. No communication between steering wheel switches and CC components under the hood. Connection restored, but off hand I do not know the specific parts replaced. Covered by extended warranty after $50 deductible |
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