3.3

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
40,000 miles

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problem #1

Aug 012005

Altima 4-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 40,000 miles
The contact owns a 2003 Nissan Altima. The vehicle is excessively burning oil due to a flaw in the piston ring. The engine failed to receive the proper amount of oil and, as a result, the engine needs to be replaced. While driving 15 mph, the vehicle has shut off approximately ten to twelve times, but was able to be restarted after each occurrence. The failure usually occurs when the air conditioner has been activated for an extended period of time. The VIN was unavailable. The current mileage is 83,000 and failure mileage was 40,000.

- Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA

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