Went to get my first inspection after purchasing the car and it failed and I could not get sticker. It failed because I have large rust holes on both the drivers and passengers side floor pans. On the driver side, the carpet is exposed to the underside of the vehicle which presents a safety risk as my foot could go through it while driving.

- Chalfont, PA, USA

Vehicle was in for repair at local automotive repair shop for crankshaft position sensor replacement. During repair, mechanic had vehicle up on lift and noted severe rust to the floorboard area of both driver and passenger side. Rust damage is so severe it is rusted all the way completely through. Upon my personal investigation via the internet, I found numerous complaints from other individuals noting the same severe rust damage to the same location (floorboard) of their Nissan Altima as well. It is my opinion that this is a safety issue and should be addressed immediately by Nissan.

- Charleston, WV, USA

I just discovered that the floor boards of both passenger and driver side in the bottom is fully rusted. It seems after looking on line that I am not the only owner of the 2005 Altima with the same issue in which could lead to a safety problem with the structural integrity of the vehicle.

- Ashland, MA, USA

I had discovered the floor on the passenger side of my Altima rusting through from the inside. When originally purchased new the auto was discover to have a water leak soaking the carpeting on the drivers side and the passenger side of the car. Nissan (dealer) had indicated that they found the source of the leak but evidently had not with the floor rusting through from the inside of the vehicle as stated. It seems after looking on line that I am not the only owner of the 2005 Altima with the same issue in which could lead to a safety problem with the structural integrity of the vehicle.

- Oconomowoc, WI, USA

My 2005 Nissan Altima floor board is badly rusted. I cannot pass the state inspection and it will cost me so much money to fix my car just to pass the inspection. I did some research on line and I see that most 2005 model has this issue. I feel that the dealer needs to do a recall and fix this problem immediately. I will most definitely not recommend this make and model to anyone else.

- Londonderry, NH, USA

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that after exiting the vehicle, she noticed that her pants had become wet. After inspecting the vehicle she noticed that there were holes in the frame under the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where the contact was informed that the frame was corroded. The corrosion was so severe that the vehicle was deemed as unsafe to drive. The dealer was notified but offered no assistance. The manufacturer was notified and advised that the corrosion failure was to be expected because she resided in the new england area. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 64,000.

- Braintree, MA, USA

Severe rusting on driver and passenger floorboards that is resulting in weakened frame and structure. Need help getting Nissan to fix this know issue with this make and model. Thank you.

- Caledonia, MI, USA

I took my vehicle for an oil change and the technician showed me that my floor boards under my driver and passenger side seats were rusted out and forming holes into the cabin of my car. He was able to poke all the way through and push up my carpet on my driver side floor. I was issued a factory recall around 2008 from Nissan about living in a road salted state (NJ) and the undercarriage needed to be replace. I brought my car in for the recall in Nov 2009. It seems they did not replace all the affected areas. I contacted Nissan today via their 1-800 # and was told there was no longer a warranty or recall out for my vehicle concerning this issue. I drive the Nissan as my main transportation for my children and I can not afford to fix this issue out of my own pocket. It is unsafe and unexpected from a 7 year old car purchase brand new.

- Waretown, NJ, USA

Fully rusted driver and passenger floor boards. Can see interior rug underneath vehicle. Have done a lot of research and this appears to be a known issue with Nissan from 2002 and 2005 related to cars in salt states. Have seen many comments that defective steel was used. We have been advised that the structural integrity of our car is compromised. Dealer wants $1200 to cut out rotted floor boards and weld in new floor panels. Have contacted Nissan customer care and opened case. Regional manager called and refuses to offer any coverage for this issue. Also, Nissan as a corporation has decided that they are not going to offer any assistance to owners with this widespread problem.

- Ipswich, MA, USA

When I wen't to trade my car for a new one I was told by the dealer they wern't interested in my car because of rusted floor boards.they said this was a problem with nisan Altima and there should have been a recall.why wasn't nisan required to have a recall since this is a serious safty problem with Altima?other nisan cars don't seem to have this problem.now I fear for my families safty when I drive this car.

- Barnesville, OH, USA

Floor boards on both driver's and passenger's side severely corroded; affected area ~8X12 inches. Boards and sheet metal rusted through completely on both driver's and passenger's side, forming ~2X2 inch holes.

- Cold Spring Harbor, NY, USA

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while the vehicle was having routine maintenance performed by an authorized dealer, it was found that the front passenger and driver side floor boards were severely rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The failure and current mileages were 65,000.

- North Canton, OH, USA

Vehicle floor under body below passenger and driver seat has rusted and about to get a hole. I called Nissan service center and they say its not in warranty. But its a safety issue and the model is just 7 years old with 89000 miles on it.

- Weatogue, CT, USA

I was changing the oil on my 2005 Nissan Altima and realized the floorboards are nearly completely rusted through. I lifted the carpet inside the cabin and realized it is rusted through. I had my oil changed at the local Nissan dealership for oil changes. When I inquired about the floorboards they stated Nissan Altima 2005 had a 5 year corrosive warranty for the underbody and it is out of warranty for this repair. I am concerned of the safety of driving this model. The rusted floorboards are near the front driver seats. I am also concerned because of water or mold near the front floor vents could enter the cabin through the rusted floorboards. The fort wayne Nissan stated they did not notice this rust during my oil changes. I began changing my oil when the car was just out of warranty. I immediately realized the rusty floorboards. This is a common problem in all 2002-2005 Nissan Altima problems. I would like Nissan of North America to address and resolve this issue.

- Fort Wayne, IN, USA

I got used 2005 Nissan Altima, when I got I didn't check under car. After few months I was at dealer for recalls and they told me that my car has rusted floorboard pan and its big hole in body, through that we can touch the carpet of inside car, and that kind of 2 big( approx. 8-10 inch) spot, one driver side and one passenger side, I tried to contact Nissan Consumer Affairs, but they said its not covered with warranty or any kind of recalls, means I have to fix them by myself. Its weird that its not that old car and only particular two spots not anywhere else under whole car so its kind of design mistake, some says its water drainage is holding water on that spots and that's why its getting rusted. But may be Nissan company must know exactly what is wrong with design and how to solve because its not just 10-15, its all customers problem who owns 2005 Nissan Altima.

- Bridgeville, PA, USA

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken for a routine oil change when the mechanic advised her that there were holes in the front driver and passenger side floorboards. The manufacturer was notified and informed the contact that they would not assist with the repair costs. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure and the current mileages were 107,000. Updated 11/27/12 the consumer stated there are wholes on equal places on both the driver and passenger's side floor board. Updated 11/28/2012

- Braintree, MA, USA

When having my oil changed the garage noted extreme root on the front drivers and passenger floor boards. The mechanic informed me that they could see the interior carpeting that would allow exhaust fumes to leak into the vehicle.

- Tewksbury, MA, USA

I noticed a loose piece of hanging metal from underneath the front passenger side of my 2005 Nissan Altima. I looked underneath and quickly found that approximately an 8" X 20" floorboard section behind the front right wheel was completely rusted out and crumbled to the ground upon touching it. The approximate mileage is 135,000 miles. This appears to be a common complaint with this make and model and Nissan needs to acknowledge that this is a manufacturing defect. It is expected this would be an issue 40 years ago, but not with today's cars.

- Morristown, NJ, USA

I brought my car to be serviced at glick Nissan, the diagnostic report said that the left and right sides of the floor under passenger and driver seats are rusted out. I brought my car for a second opinion from another mechanic and his report said the rust is severe and in 6 months my car will be worth nothing! upon further investigation, I find that thousands of other Nissan customers are experiencing the same problem due to a defective product used by Nissan. I filed a claim with Nissan North America, they are claiming zero responsibility, labeling the issue as an "environmental concern" and will in no way assist with repairs. Nissan should take responsibility for this issue.

- Westborough, MA, USA

It was noticed during inspection that the passenger side floorboards were starting to peel away. This is a known problem with this vehicle. Contacted Nissan about correcting the problem and they did not want to take responsibility for their poor engineering and materials of the vehicle. They should make good on the problem but they said because they didn't have enough service history, the car was out of warranty, it had to many miles. All reasons that have nothing to do with poor materials and workmanship. I think Nissan should take responsibility and correct the problem they should be investigated about the problem. This is not an isolated problem.

- Pittsburgh, PA, USA