2005 NISSAN ALTIMA Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2005 Nissan Altima. This model year has 1,090 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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Worst 2005 Nissan Altima Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Structural Problems
Transmission / Drivetrain
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2005 Nissan Altima. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 399 | 9 | 9 | — | |
| Structural Problems | 351 | 3 | — | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 115 | 4 | 1 | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 97 | 3 | 7 | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 59 | 2 | 1 | — | |
| Airbag Malfunctions | 47 | 21 | — | — | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 42 | 5 | 1 | — | |
| Brake System | 37 | 4 | 1 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 31 | 7 | 1 | — | |
| Hydraulic | 29 | 4 | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 21 | 2 | — | — | |
| Tire Issues | 21 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 18 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 18 | 1 | 2 | — | |
| Fuel System | 17 | — | — | — | |
| Visibility | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Gasoline | 14 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment | 14 | — | 1 | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 13 | — | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 9 | 4 | — | — | |
| Door Lock Issues | 7 | — | — | — | |
| Seat-Related Issues | 6 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 5 | — | — | — | |
| Other | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment Adaptive/Mobility | 2 | — | — | — | |
| Interior Lighting | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
Search Owner Complaints
Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2005 Nissan Altima. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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Vehicle: 2005 Nissan Altima | VIN: [XXX] To the Executive Team and Legal Counsel, I am writing this under extreme duress following a catastrophic, life-threatening vehicle failure on April 23, 2026, in Ripley, WV. While transporting my [XXX] son, my 2005 Nissan Altima suffered…
The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH and depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle made an abnormal grinding and whining sound. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mech…
The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the …
Hello, I am the owner now of this vehicle snd I see the recalls have not been taken care of? What do I do in order to get them repaired ?
The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle stalled. Additionally, the vehicle overheated and failed to restart. Several unknown warning lights were illuminated. An independent mechanic arrived to inspect the vehicl…
The car shuts off while driving.
When I was in an accident in 2006 Airbags did not open. I worry about valve cap and if it is safe. Other this when opening my door Door handle are defected and breaking off. I never had a car where door handles break. I would like assistance with these issues. Thank you. [X…
The cars battery and brake lights came on while driving and then after about 10 mins my gas pedal stopped working and I almost got in a really bad car accident. If i rev the car over 3000 rpms the lights go out. So while i was cruising i had to shift to natural and rev the car …
Car did a jerk while I was driving in the interstate never lost speed didnt hit anything it was like a big jerk no noise no smoke no lights came on nothing so I got to my mom house parked no smoke no dent no nothing right well got ready to go a couple hours later no reverse fluid…
The contact owns 2005 Nissan Altima. The contact stated the vehicle would have a hesitation sensation and or jerking sensation when the vehicle is started and or running. The check engine light was illuminated The contact had taken the vehicle to a certified mechanic who diagno…
Car engine cuts off. After that I have no power steering, no acceleration, brakes need to be pumped. The first years of me owning the car I had the sensors replaced by auto shop and dealership under extended car warranty. Pretty much been replacing the sensors ever since for the …
The engine has a hole in it and I bought the car without knowing the engine had a whole in it and I asked the dealer Mark Brown where there any major damages he said no. Also my car smoked while I was driving and I could have majorly endangered my life without knowing.
The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Altima. The contact stated that while at a complete stop, the vehicle stalled upon depression of the accelerator pedal. The contact also stated that the vehicle would hesitate while driving at highway speeds. The contact stated that the failures occ…
Open Safety Recall Check October 25, 2007 07e087000 Exterior Lighting:headlights Certain TYC Halogen Type Headlamp Assemblies P/N 20-6644-00 Sold AS Aftermarket Equipment FOR 2005-2006 Nissan Altima Passenger Vehicles. THE Photometric Were Misaligned Which Does NOT Comply With Fe…
The engine began to stall out randomly when driving down the road. After two times the engine light came on it stated that the crankshaft sensor was off. Since then, the engine light turned off bu, the problem still persists. When driving at low speeds through a city area, will c…
The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Altima. The contact stated while driving approximately 66 MPH, the temperature gauge started increasing as the vehicle started to shake. The contact stated that the dashboard was making an abnormal sound. The contact pulled over, turned off the vehi…
The Air Bag Warning Light is Flashing
THIS HAPPENED ON SATURDAY APRIL 03, 2021. I HAD AN ACCIDENT WITH NISSAN ALTIMA 2005. I WAS DRIVING ABOUT 55 MILES PER HOUR ON A HIGHWAY HERE IN MADISON WISCONSIN, WHERE ALL THE SUDDEN A ROAD CONSTRUCTION TRUCK COMING FROM THE WORK AREA (CENTER OF THE HIGHWAY) TRIED TO SNICK AND C…
THE FUEL GAUGE FAILED TO DROP ALL THE WAY TO E. NO WARNING LIGHT THAT FUEL IS LOW. WHILE ON A CITY STREET, ON THE ON RAMP TO AN INTERSTATE MY CAR'S ENGINE JUST STOPPED, NO SPUTTER, NO LAGGING JUST 3K RPM TO 0 RPM. I WAS ABLE TO SHIFT MY AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION TO NEUTRAL AND COAST…
WHEN IM DRIVING AND GOING TO MAKE A STOP I PRESS THE BRAKE AND THE CAR ACCELERATES BRIEFLY UNTIL I LIFT MY FOOT AND REPRESS MY BRAKES AND THEN CAR WILL STOP SUMTIMES IF NOT REACCELERATE AND I HAVE TO REPRESS BRAKE AGAIN.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2005 Nissan Altima.
Recalls for 2005 Nissan Altima
2 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2005 Nissan Altima. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
2005 Nissan Altima — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2005 Nissan Altima reliable?▾
Severe Issues. The 2005 Nissan Altima has 1,090 NHTSA owner complaints, 48 crash-related, and 2 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Engine Problems (399 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2005 Nissan Altima?▾
#1: Engine Problems (399 complaints). #2: Structural Problems (351 complaints). #3: Transmission / Drivetrain (115 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2005 Nissan Altima?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2005 Nissan Altima?▾
The 2005 Nissan Altima has 48 crash-related complaints and 17 fire reports out of 1,090 total NHTSA complaints. 62 injuries were reported. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2005 Nissan Altima have any recalls?▾
Yes — 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affect the 2005 Nissan Altima. The largest issue: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls or run a VIN check to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
Should I buy a 2005 Nissan Altima?▾
The 2005 Nissan Altima has severe issues — review the top problems before buying. Pay particular attention to Engine Problems issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Nissan Altima reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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