2006
Nissan
Altima
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250 hp @ 5800 rpm
Horsepower
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
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Performance
Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency
250 hp
Horsepower
249 ft-lb
Torque
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
5-speed
Transmission
Efficient
Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy
Fuel TypeGasoline
Combined Efficiency7.3 - 11.6 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity76.0 L
Interior
Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
5
Seating
442 L
Cargo
1,115 mm
Front Legroom
925 mm
Rear Legroom
Climate Control
Convenience
Keyless Entry
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Seating
Technology
Advanced connectivity and intelligent features
AM/FM Stereo
Safety
Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers
Airbags
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags
Stability
Traction Control
ABS Brakes
Brake Assist
Monitoring
Security
Child Safety Locks
Dimensions
Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style
Length
16 ft0.3"
4.88m
Width
5 ft10.4"
1.79m
Height
4 ft9.9"
1.47m
Wheelbase
9 ft2.2"
2.8m
Gallery
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Colors
Express yourself.
Smoke Metallic
#747577
Super Black
#000000
Mystic Emerald Metallic
#8A9D97
Satin White Pearl
#E1E1E1
Sheer Silver Metallic
#8B8B8E
Polished Pewter Metallic
#5D5C59
Coral Sand Metallic
#B1AB9F
Majestic Blue Metallic
#2C3D63
Sonoma Sunset Metallic
#753A00
Code Red Metallic
#AE2515
Trim Levels
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Safety Reports
824 complaints reported to NHTSA
824
Total Reports
43
Crashes
52
Injuries
14
Fires
Most Common Issues
STRUCTURE
221
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
189
ENGINE
166
POWER TRAIN
79
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
72
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
64
Recent Reports
ODI #11697384
Nov 4, 2025
SERVICE BRAKESHYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that since owning the vehicle, the brakes, brake pads, or brake rotors were replaced every year to a year and a half. The contact became aware of the failure while depressing the brake pedal with an abnormal, grinding sound coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was initially serviced at a dealer; however, due to the recurring brake failure, the contact suspected that the dealer might have intentionally caused the frequent brake failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic once the failure returned; however, the vehicle experienced the same failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 10,000.
Incident: Jul 1, 2009VIN: 1N4AL11D26N***
ODI #11692456
Oct 9, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMENGINEFUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
I have replaced the water pump, the belt, the thermostats, the rotors, the brakes, the fuel pump, the evap vent valve solenoid, the spark plugs, and fuel injectors and my car is STILL throwing the codes P-0462 and P-447. I've checked the wires and they are good. My car keeps misfiring and stalling now and my fuel pump doesn't have a fuel level sensor. The float bar is brand new as well as the fuel pump. And my dashboard speedometer is 10 miles off. I've tried everything and it's still throwing the same codes.
Incident: Sep 10, 2025VIN: 1N4AL11E36N***
ODI #11654471
Apr 14, 2025
SUSPENSIONPOWER TRAINVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Cvtc transmission stalls almost got my kids and my pregnant daughter hit I bought the car only 2 months ago
Incident: Apr 2, 2025VIN: 1N4AL11DX6C***
ODI #11646414
Mar 5, 2025
2 injured
AIR BAGS
Me and my fiancé had just picked the kids up from my mom’s. Got about 2 miles down the road and all of a sudden i heard a loud boom and a flash of light like a shot gun had went off in my ear. When I heard the boom my left side from my face to my hip felt like I had been hit. At the same time it happen with me it happen on the passenger side where my fiancé was sitting. I was able To pull to the side of the rd. I got out call law enforcement and looked around my car and it had not been hit so I open my door to get my kids out and that’s when I seen it was the airbags . They exploded and the reason I didn’t notice them when I got out of the car is because they was not inflated they had exploded. There is a huge hole in the top of each side air bag, it busted the inside of my passenger side door and threw shrapnel over to my driver side dash. He and I both are hurting on the side the airbags went off and he has a artificial hip on the side it hit him so I’m hoping it didn’t do anything to his hip
Incident: Mar 2, 2025VIN: 1N4AL11E66N***
ODI #11593405
Jun 10, 2024
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The fuel gauge stopped working. Fuel gauge shows full all the time. Error code is P0462. Mechanic replaced fuel pump module assembly and this did not fix the problem. Check engine light is on and will not go off and the code will not clear.
Incident: Sep 13, 2019VIN: 1N4AL11E76C***
ODI #11575612
Mar 5, 2024
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 - 70 MPH, the vehicle began emitting white smoke coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The contact pulled to the side of the road and allowed the vehicle to cool off and added oil to the engine and the smoke subsided. The contact became aware of oil around the bumper of the vehicle. The contact was able to continue to drive the vehicle however, oil had to be added often for the vehicle to operate as intended. The dealer was contacted to schedule an appointment however, the vehicle had not been taken to the dealer. The dealer confirmed there was no recall or warranty coverage on the vehicle. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 105,000.
Incident: Feb 27, 2024VIN: 1N4AL11D86C***
ODI #11558113
Dec 2, 2023
POWER TRAINELECTRICAL SYSTEMVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
I started my vehicle, as usual, and when driving at a very slow speed (neighborhood speed limits) I approached a very busy intersection and the car just stopped. Not only did it stop, it would not steer and a bunch of warning lights came on the dashboard. Tav I believe, oil, check engine light. Even with the key in the acc mode, the power steering was not functioning. Everything just stopped functioning. I know this vehicle was recalled for the same exact thing back in 2008, but obviously it wasn't permanently fixed. Recall #07v-527. If I would have been in the middle of an intersection and this happened I could have been killed.
Incident: Nov 25, 2023VIN: 1N4AL11D06C***
ODI #11546668
Sep 26, 2023
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle decelerated while the accelerator pedal was depressed at approximately 30 MPH. The check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the crankshaft position sensor and the camshaft were replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed by the dealer that there was no assistance available. The contact was not made aware of the diagnosis. The contact was informed by the dealer of NHTSA Campaign Number: 07V527000 (Engine and Engine Cooling). The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was provided a case number. The failure mileage was approximately 209,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Incident: Sep 25, 2023VIN: ***
Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are submitted by vehicle owners and may not represent verified defects.
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