Visibility Related Problems of the 1998 Nissan Maxima

Table 1 shows four common visibility related problems of the 1998 Nissan Maxima. The number one most common problem is related to the windshield (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the windshield wiper/washer (two problems).

Table 1. Visibility related problems of Nissan Maxima


Recently reported Visibility problems of the 1998 Nissan Maxima

The Windshield problem

The front windshield is designed defective from Nissan. Anything that touches the windshield either pits, chips or cracks the glass. In my opinion, there will be a serious problem in the future, possibly leading to injuries or a fatal accident. Thank you. Roy oxenrider 5/17/99   Read details...

The Windshield Wiper/washer problem

Windshield wiper system installed for left side of the road drivers. The wiper on right side has a wiper three inches larger than driver's side, resulting in little/no visibility for driver during heavy rainfall.   Read details...

The Defogger problem

Airbag warning light continued flashing during operation. Took to dealer. Dealer first diagnosed that air bag control unit needed replacement. Dealer next reported that right side air bag module needed replacement; right side module was nor available. Dealer put original control unit back in auto.   Read details...


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