2002-2006 Nissan Altima: Recall History
Updated: 11/23/08
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Learn about official auto recalls, reliability issues, and vehicle problems for the 2002-2006 Nissan Altima directly from the NHTSA and manufacturers.
NHTSA Recall History
2002 Altima:
On certain vehicles, driver's-side-airbag electrical connector may come loose. If the connector comes loose, the supplemental airbag warning light flashes intermittently. In this situation, the driver's-side airbag will not deploy in the event of a crash. Dealers will install a retaining clip on the clock-spring electrical connector.
2002 Altima:
One of the sensors for the airbag system does not work as well as expected in high-speed offset crash situations. Dealers will replace the airbag sensor.
2002 Altima with 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engines:
The engine may stall while being driven at low speed due to an overheated crankshaft position sensor. Dealers will reprogram the ECM.
2002-03 Altima in cold climates:
Moisture in fuel tank could freeze and form ice crystals that may obstruct the suction opening of the fuel pump causing the vehicle to stop running. Dealers will install a screen at the suction opening of the fuel pump.
2002-03 Altima w/2.5-liter engine:
Exhaust-pipe hanger pin may catch debris from that could be ignited by contact with the main catalyst. Dealers will remove the protruding pin and install heat shield(s).
2005-2006:
The engine may stall while being driven at low speed due to an overheated crankshaft position sensor. Dealers will reprogram the ECM. Certain 2006 Altimas, which have been previously remedied under, recall campaign 06V223 (Nissan R0606) are not included in this recall since the reprogramming for that recall also included this reprogramming.
2006 Altima:
The rear subframe may have been manufactured incorrectly, which affect the rear suspension and cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle. Dealers will inspect the rear subframe to determine if it was manufactured incorrectly and replace it, if necessary.
2006 Altima w/2.5L engines:
Excessive engine oil consumption as a result of improper performance of the piston rings may occur. If the oil is not maintained at least at the minimum level, engine damage can occur, and in extreme cases, an engine fire. Nissan notified owners of the possibility of excessive oil consumption and the importance of maintaining the oil at a proper level.
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