Table 1 shows three common power train related problems of the 1999 Nissan Maxima. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the clutch (two problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Automatic Transmission problems | |
| Clutch problems | |
| Clutch Pedal/linkage problems |
Lurching at highway speed. Braking did not slow the car! terrifying! used emergency brake to slow enough to pull over and take next exit. Could not stop at stop sign of exit ramp. Pulled into gas station and changed auto transmission gear. Stopped with a violent lurch and thud. Turned engine off. Read details...
The clutch assembly emits an intermittent groaning sound when the clutch is engaged in 1st and reverse gears. I have visited two Nissan dealerships over 14 times and had the clutch assembly replaced twice and they cannot resolve the problem Read details...
I have a potentially deadly problem with my 133,000-mile, 1999 Nissan Maxima. It might be related to the crank sensor on newer Maxima, a steering column lock, a faulty ignition switch, faulty clutch depression switch, and the anti-theft kill switch, perhaps even a random ground. Read details...