182-horsepower 2.5L I4 CVT FWD
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, |
182-horsepower 2.5L I4 CVT FWD
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! :( |
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable CVT FWD
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 |
182-horsepower 2.5L I4 CVT FWD
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. |
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
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. |
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
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. |
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
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. |
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
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 |
158-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD
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 |
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual FWD
76200 mi US $1800 |
Clutch slave cylinder blew out. Car towed to dealership. Replaced hydraulics and installed new clutch kit. |
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD
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 |
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
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. |
158-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD
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. |
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
58000 mi US $2500 |
Steering Lock |
4-cylinder CVT 2WD
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. |
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual FWD
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. |
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
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. |
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
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. |
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
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. |
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
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. |
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual FWD
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. |
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD
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. |
270-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
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. |
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
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 |
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD
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. |
158-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD
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 |
Engine not specified
120000 mi US $1200 |
Found metal shavings in the engine oil. Not repairing due to cost. |
250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
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. |
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD
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 |
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
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 |
Engine not specified
81000 mi US $9000 |
Valve broke into engine and went through the upper oil pan. Total Loss |
260-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual FWD
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. |
260-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
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 |
250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
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. |
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
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. |
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
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. |
Engine not specified
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. |
240-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
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. |
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
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.. |
Engine not specified
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 |
240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed manual FWD
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. |
240-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD
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 |
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD
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. |
175-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
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. |
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
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!! |
155-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD
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 |
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
114000 mi US $1000 |
Replaced Leaking Radiator. Drive Belts. Axle Shafts. |
120000 mi US $250 |
Replaced Engine Belts |