CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2006 Nissan Altima has a trend of engine & transmission problems.
Excessive oil consumption is the main problem reported by owners. Nissan did a recall back in 2006 for oil consumption due to bad piston rings, but many owners report to us that the recall didn't fix the problem. The dealer only had to check the oil consumption rate. Typically 1 qt per 1,000 miles is "acceptable" per OEM standards ... that's a lot of oil!
The 2006 Altima also has a defect trend of CVT transmission failure showing up around the 100,000 mile mark.
It's an expensive repair at over $2,000 average repair cost. For more information see Nissan Altima CVT defect info on NissanProblems.com.
10.0
really awful
Crashes / Fires:
3 / 6
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
92,327 miles
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After driving for 30-40 minutes at interstate speed and stopping at exit the engine would rattle. Took it to the dealer several times and paid for a couple of the suggested repairs, we decided to research it and take it to a shop for repairs. The timing chains and guides all needed replacing. This should be a recall.
The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Altima 2.5. while driving approximately 45 mph, the contact experienced a slight reduction in engine power with hesitation. The engine warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel continuously. The contact was able to continue in operation. On a separate occasion the engine failed to start until after numerous attempts. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and they stated the malfunction was contributed to a faulty crankshaft position sensor. There was a recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 07V527000 (engine and engine cooling). The VIN was ineligible under the recall and the vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 160,000.
The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact had just received an oil change by her personal mechanic. The vehicle was taken back to the mechanic and the contact was informed that the crankshaft position sensor needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified and they informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 96,000 and the current mileage was 96,100.
The contacts owns a 2006 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the check engine light illuminated. The contact had the crankshaft position sensor replaced at local repair shop and after driving a few miles, the check engine light illuminated again. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 07V527000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer would not assist with the repairs. The failure mileage was 68,000 and the current mileage was 68,100.
- Pittsburgh, PA, USA
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