Table 1 shows one common unknown or other related problems of the 2000 Nissan Maxima.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other problems |
On April 1, 2010, my daughter was waiting in my vehicle for me to leave work, as I approached the car I noticed smoke coming out of the hood, my daughter was in the car, when saw me approaching the car she exited the car and stood in front of the car to open hood of car, one of my coworkers yelled the car was on fire pointing at the bottom of the car. I noticed flames coming out from the bottom of the car, I yelled for my daughter to stay clear from the car, I phoned 911 immediately, my car was parked in front of a children's hospital, I work in a medical campus, I was concerned for the safety of the patients and surroundings needless to say my daughter could of been seriously hurt or worse. The car was engulfed in flames in less then 5 minutes, the fire department and security filed reports. The fire department confirmed the car is a total loss. I cannot understand or comprehend how this can happen, I keep the car up to date with oil changes and my independent mechanic checks the car every six months for service, needless to say I have no transportation since my Nissan was the only car I had which I used for work and my daughter for work and school also.
The "service engine soon" light comes on often. The dealer has reprogrammed the ecm under the emissions warranty, but the O2 sensor was bad and had to be replaced at 58k miles at my expense (over $400).
I am an owner of a 2000 Nissan Maxima se. Shortly after buying my car in August of 2000, I have found many problems with my car. One problem is a check engine light that keeps coming on. It has been checked out with the dealer, and while they turn it off, it has come on twice more. The second problem is a vibration that comes from the front end fo the car, and is felt through the steering wheel. This occurs during deacceleration at speeds of 60 mph or higher. This has also been brought to the attention of the dealer which says the problem is due to warped rotors. I have changed them twice since purchasing the vehicle, and the car only now has 37,000 miles. Finally there is a constant roughness to the ride of the car as if there is no suspension supporting the car. Also there is a constant clicking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. Complaints and repairs have been brought to the attention and done by the dealer, but problems still persist.
2000 Maxima engine failed. Piston rod broke into pieces and totally damaged the engine. The rotors were turned and the doors were hard to open. The drive belts were replaced. The deck lid light bulb was replaced. The consumer was unable to pull out the dip stick. Updated 03/20/06.
Engine check light has come on 3 times (within 13 months of purchase) catalytic converter is the problem all 3 times.
Engine check light illuminates while driving. Dealer has replaced catalytic converter. However, engine check light still illuminates.