2002 Nissan Altima SL review from North America
"I got ripped off bigtime!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
I bought my son a car in Dec 2005 with 57,000 miles on it.
In Nov. 2006 the catalytic converter went out.
6 months later the engine blew a rod.
I have always changed the oil. Nissan questioned it, tried to get out of helping. I had all the maintenance records.
Now last month, May 2008, the catalytic converter went out again. Had it fixed at my mechanic here.
The car started burning oil. Nissan isn't sure. Said they would replace valve stem seals for 1600 dollars. Not sure if that is the problem. Said it might be piston and rings & need a new engine!!! I bought this car for 18,000 dollars. Not happy. So now we have to keep adding oil until we get it fixed. It is very unfair to me. Will never recommend where I bought car at Nissan!!! The engine blow rod at 78,000 miles and bought car at 57,000!!! A lemon for sure!
General comments?
Is there anything that can be done? Checking it out!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2002 |
| Year of manufacture | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.5 Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 60000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 70000 miles |
| Previous car | Chevrolet Malibu |
| Date of Entry | 24th June, 2008 |