Washington - Nissan Recalling 97,000 Altima, Sentra Sedans

Washington - Nissan North America Inc. said it was recalling 97,000 Altima and Sentra vehicles after reports of excessive oil consumption and engine fires led the automaker to stop selling the vehicles.
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 has received 274 reports of excessive oil consumption and 24 engine fires.

The company said 85,000 of the recalled vehicles were in the United States, with others found in Canada, Mexico and the Middle East. The recalled vehicles were built from January to May this year.