06-27-2006, 05:18 AM
Nissan Recalls Altima and Sentra Models
The Daily Auto Insider
Monday, June 26, 2006
June 2006
Nissan said it is recalling 97,000 Altima and Sentra vehicles after reports of excessive oil consumption and engine fires led the automaker to stop selling the vehicles in early June, the Associated Press.
Nissan said some 2006 sedans with 2.5-liter engines could quickly consume oil, potentially damaging the engine and leading to engine fires.
The automaker says it has received 284 reports of excessive oil consumption and 54 engine fires. Spokesman Fred Standish said there has been one report of a "very minor injury," the AP said.
Nissan ordered dealers to stop selling the vehicles in early June after receiving the reports of excessive oil consumption and fires. The automaker is still trying to determine the root cause of the problem, Mr. Standish said.
The company said 85,000 of the recalled vehicles were in the U.S., with others in Canada, Mexico and the Middle East.
A date for the recall has not been announced. Owners can call Nissan at (800) 647-7261.
The Daily Auto Insider
Monday, June 26, 2006
June 2006
Nissan said it is recalling 97,000 Altima and Sentra vehicles after reports of excessive oil consumption and engine fires led the automaker to stop selling the vehicles in early June, the Associated Press.
Nissan said some 2006 sedans with 2.5-liter engines could quickly consume oil, potentially damaging the engine and leading to engine fires.
The automaker says it has received 284 reports of excessive oil consumption and 54 engine fires. Spokesman Fred Standish said there has been one report of a "very minor injury," the AP said.
Nissan ordered dealers to stop selling the vehicles in early June after receiving the reports of excessive oil consumption and fires. The automaker is still trying to determine the root cause of the problem, Mr. Standish said.
The company said 85,000 of the recalled vehicles were in the U.S., with others in Canada, Mexico and the Middle East.
A date for the recall has not been announced. Owners can call Nissan at (800) 647-7261.