Table 1 shows five common steering related problems of the 1997 Nissan Maxima. The number one most common problem is related to the steering rack and pinion (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering rack (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering Rack And Pinion problems | |
| Steering Rack problems | |
| Power Steering Fluid problems | |
| Power Steering Hose, Piping, And Connections problems | |
| Steering problems |
At 45 thousand miles, the rack and pinion steering failed and needed to be replaced. Read details...
Consumer states: dealer says need a power steering rack. Dealer replaced light on the dash board for the seat belt and had them check it then they came back told us we needed power steering rack. Read details...
When making a complaint about an oil leak to the dealership, dealer discovered that it was power steering fluid that was leaking. A power steering rack has been ordered and will be replaced on April 9, 1998. As of yet no repairs were done. Read details...