2001 Nissan Altima: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2001 Nissan Altima: 1 recall, 159 owner complaints and up to 23 mpg combined.
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Recalls
1 vehicle recall from the manufacturer, plus 1 equipment/tire recall that can apply. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Tires Vehicle recall #01V065000 · 2001 · 21,622 vehicles
What's wrong: The recalled tires are identified by dot serial #w2 t2 vf3 xxx or w2 t2 vf3 xxxx; where xxx May be 289, 299, 309, 319, 329, 339, 349, 359, 369, 379, 389, 399, 409, 419, 429, 439, 449, 459, 469, 479, 489, 499, 509, 519, 529, 010, 020, 030, 040, 050, 060, 070, 080, 090, 100, 110, 120, 130, 140, 150, 170, and where xxxx May be 1800, 1900, 2000, 2100, 2200, 2300, 2400, 2500, 2600, 2700, 2800, 2900, 3000, 3100, 3200,…
Why it matters: Under these circumstances, a belt edge separation is posible, which could resulting in the loss of tire pressure.
The fix: Bridgestone/firestone will replace the tires which were installed as original equipment on these altima vehicles. Firestone is conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. Owner notification is expected to begin during March 2001.
1 aftermarket equipment / tire recall replacement parts sold to fit this car, not the car itself
Exterior lights Equipment recall #07E074000 · 2007 · 11,300 vehicles
What's wrong: Certain Eagle eyes headlamp assemblies, p/nos. Ds517-b001l and ds517-b001r, sold for use as replacement equipment for the above listed passenger vehicles. The opticel surface of the reflector is corroded inhibiting the performance of the upper and lower beams which fails to conform to the photometric requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Why it matters: Decreased lighting visibility May result in a vehicle crash.
The fix: Eagle eyes will notify owners and offer reimbursement for any noncompliant headlights. The recall began on December 11, 2007.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 2 mention a fire, 23 injuries and 4 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Engine & cooling (59): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (22), leaks (8), warning light on (8).
- Suspension (20): the most common themes are noise or vibration (11).
- Electrical (19): the most common themes are electrical failure (7), stalls / loses power (4), fire / smoke (3).
- Airbags (15): the most common themes are fails to deploy (11).
The 2001 Nissan Altima has 159 owner complaints, ranking #21 of 34 Altima model years for complaints (well below the 455 average). Complaints peaked in 2002 (22 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 4 years old, at a median of 66,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2000 (160 complaints, 1 recalls), 2002 (1047 complaints, 5 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 20 | 28 | 23 | Regular |
| 2.4 L 4-cyl | Automatic 4-spd | Front-Wheel Drive | 19 | 26 | 21 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2001 Nissan Altima have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 vehicle recall for the 2001 Nissan Altima, plus 1 equipment or tire recalls that can apply. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2001 Nissan Altima problems?
Owners have filed 159 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are engine & cooling (59), suspension (20), electrical (19).
What gas mileage does the 2001 Nissan Altima get?
EPA ratings run up to 23 mpg combined (2.4 L, Manual 5-spd), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2001 Nissan Altima repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.