Table 1 shows 14 common electrical system related problems of the 1999 Nissan Maxima. The number one most common problem is related to the ignition coils failure (41 problems). The second most common problem is related to the ignition module (ten problems).
The ignition coils are defective. The coils will, after a brief time, begin to misfire again even after being replaced. Many people have blogged with this same problem. Read details...
Mil light illuminated. Knock and spark failure trouble codes. Erratic idle and power surge at or about 2000 rpm. In some cases the idle has been erratic enough for the engine to stall. The problem is not consistent and is temperature dependent. Read details...
1999 Nissan Maxima. Service engine light goes on. Fault code indicates engine misfire. Several coils have been replaced but they now intermittently fail on cylinder 4 and 6. Read details...