Recalls (1)
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2005 Nissan Altima. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FAILURE/ENGINE STALL
- Summary
- ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 2.5L ENGINE, THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR CAN OVERHEAT CAUSING A BRIEF INTERRUPTION IN THE SIGNAL OUTPUT FROM THE SENSOR.
- Consequence
- IF THE INTERRUPTION IN THE SIGNAL FROM THE CRANKSHAFT POSITION SENSOR IS SO BRIEF THAT THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) LOGIC DOES NOT HAVE TIME TO DIAGNOSE THE CONDITION, THE ENGINE MAY STOP RUNNING WITHOUT WARNING WHILE THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN AT A LOW SPEED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Remedy
- DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ECM FREE OF CHARGE. CERTAIN MY 2006 ALTIMAS WHICH HAVE BEEN PREVIOUSLY REMEDIED UNDER RECALL CAMPAIGN 06V223 (NISSAN R0606) ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THIS RECALL SINCE THE REPROGRAMMING FOR 06V223 ALSO INCLUDED THIS REPROGRAMMING. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 31, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
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Owner complaints (1,091)
1,091 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The structure is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 1,091 |
|---|---|---|
| Structure | 351 | 32.2% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 259 | 23.7% |
| Engine | 141 | 12.9% |
| Power train | 115 | 10.5% |
| Electrical system | 97 | 8.9% |
| Unknown or other | 60 | 5.5% |
| Air bags | 47 | 4.3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 42 | 3.8% |
| Service brakes | 37 | 3.4% |
| Steering | 31 | 2.8% |
How 2005 compares with other Altima years
Best and worst Altima years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 159 | 1 |
| 2002 | 1,047 | 5 |
| 2003 | 883 | 4 |
| 2004 | 276 | 1 |
| 2005 | 1,091 | 1 |
| 2006 | 824 | 3 |
| 2007 | 471 | 3 |
| 2008 | 1,029 | 4 |
| 2009 | 1,547 | 4 |
| 2010 | 381 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 24 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,800
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 370 g/mi
- EPA class
- Midsize Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 24 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 29 / 24 | $2,800 | 370 |
| 2.5 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 27 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 / 25 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 6-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 26 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
| 3.5 L 6-cyl · 5-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 18 / 28 / 21 | $3,200 | 423 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 2005 Altima for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
Where to next
2005 Nissan Altima FAQ
How many recalls does the 2005 Nissan Altima have?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign: 07V527000 (engine). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 2005 Nissan Altima problems?
Owners filed 1,091 complaints with NHTSA. Structure (351), Engine and engine cooling (259), Engine (141) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 2005 Nissan Altima get?
EPA rates the 2.5 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 21 city, 29 highway and 24 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 2005 Altima compare with other years?
Among the 2001–2010 Nissan Altima model years at least five years old, the 2001 drew the fewest complaints (159) and the 2009 the most (1,547). The 2005 drew 1,091. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.