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.
I was shocked on the poor design, the rear brakes not only failed they where ceased in the rear. I called the dealer and they say the brakes need to serviced every 15,000km or once every two years min. Is this a defective design or what. all my other cars has no issue. Nissan face up to the issue and deal with this problem. Honda or I will try GM again.
The REAR brake pads and rotors had to be replaced for wear while the fronts were still fine. Explanation - "In our areas (the North East Salt Belt) you should bring your car in once or twice a year to have them cleaned and lubed to avoid this problem." Huh? Sounds more like a design / materials issue to me!
- John A.,
Rochester, NY, US
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I was shocked on the poor design, the rear brakes not only failed they where ceased in the rear. I called the dealer and they say the brakes need to serviced every 15,000km or once every two years min. Is this a defective design or what. all my other cars has no issue. Nissan face up to the issue and deal with this problem. Honda or I will try GM again.
- RAy B., Newmarket, ON, Canada