Model year guide

2006 Nissan Altima

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2006 Nissan Altima is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 491 on record.

2006 Nissan Altima — representative photo
Representative photo

2006 Nissan Altima at a glance

Safety recalls4
Owner complaints824
Combined22 mpg
Typical price$3,439

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

2006 Nissan Altima recalls 4

Suspension:rear NHTSA Campaign #06V046000 · 13/02/2006

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE REAR SUBFRAME MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED INCORRECTLY, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRACK IN A BRACKET WHICH HOLDS PART OF THE REAR SUSPENSION.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR SUBFRAME TO DETERMINE IF IT WAS MANUFACTURED INCORRECTLY AND REPLACE IT, IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 27, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

Engine And Engine Cooling NHTSA Campaign #06V223000 · 21/06/2006

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.5L ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE EXCESSIVE ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION AS A RESULT OF IMPROPER PERFORMANCE OF THE PISTON RINGS.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM OR ENGINE COMPUTER). YOUR VEHICLE WILL ALSO BE INSPECTED TO DETERMINE IF IT HAS BEEN CONSUMING ENGINE OIL AT A HIGHER THAN NORMAL RATE. IN A SMALL PERCENTAGE OF VEHICLES, ENGINE REPLACEMENT WILL BE NEEDED. ON JUNE 9, 2006, NISSAN NOTIFIE…

Exterior Lighting:headlights NHTSA Campaign #07E087000 · 25/10/2007

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 FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.

Fix: GENERA WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 25, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT GENERA AT 714-522-6688.

Engine And Engine Cooling NHTSA Campaign #07V527000 · 14/11/2007

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.

Fix: 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. OWNE…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2006 Nissan Altima common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 824 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Engine And Engine Cooling
Check coolant level and color, look for leaks, and confirm the engine reaches normal temperature without overheating.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.

2006 Nissan Altima safety ratings

Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2006 Nissan Altima 4-DR.. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2006 Nissan Altima MPG & running costs

Combined22 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway27 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,810

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2006 Nissan Altima worth?

Low
$1,700
Typical price
$3,439
High
$5,500

From 489 comparable 2006 Nissan Altima listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2006 Nissan Altima costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$14,050
Depreciation (5 yrs)$1,900
Total$15,950
Per mile$0.21

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($3,439) with the same model 4 model-years older ($1,908), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2006 Nissan Altima trims & engines on record

Trims
2.5 S · 2.5 · 3.5 SE · 3.5 SL · 3.5 SE-R
Engines
2.5L 4-cyl · 3.5L 6-cyl

2006 Nissan Altima vehicles on record

2006 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL11D66N419457 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL11D66N429180 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 2.51N4AL11D36N376812 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE1N4BL11DX6C175070 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE1N4BL11D56N364861 2006 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL11D96N346861 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL11D86N377440 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 2.51N4AL11D06N348899 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL11D16N430544 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL11D66N365528 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL11D56N383423 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 2.51N4AL11DX6N401673 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL11D36N378124 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL11D16C243266 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL11D06C106495 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL11D66C246390 2006 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL11D26C102027 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL11D86C214069 2006 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL11D76N407608 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 3.5 SE1N4BL11D46N346299 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL11D16C129106 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL11DX6C132893 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL11D76C221529 2006 Nissan Altima 2006 Nissan Altima 2.5 S1N4AL11D96N325928

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2006 Nissan Altima — frequently asked questions

Does the 2006 Nissan Altima have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2006 Nissan Altima. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Nissan Altima?

Based on 824 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are engine, electrical system, fuel/propulsion system.

What is the 2006 Nissan Altima safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2006 Nissan Altima crash-test ratings of frontal 5★, side 3★ (out of 5; this model year pre-dates NHTSA's overall score).

What gas mileage does the 2006 Nissan Altima get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2006 Nissan Altima at about 22 mpg combined (19 city / 27 highway).

How much is a 2006 Nissan Altima worth?

Comparable 2006 Nissan Altima listings run roughly $1,700–$5,500, typically around $3,439 (from 489 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.