Two problems related to underhood wiring have been reported for the 2000 Nissan Maxima. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2000 Nissan Maxima based on all problems reported for the 2000 Maxima.
Beginning at 17,000 miles and continuing to 73,000 miles repeated harness wiring breaks resulting in engine coil failure, emission control malfunctions, catalytic converter failure, and engine misfiring. Car lost power and became unusable for brief time periods. Apprehensive driving car for fear of problem occurring unexpectedly. Car had been repaired eight times. Emission control module replaced and emission control system reprogrammed. Coils replaced on several occasions and frayed wires repaired. Catalytic converter replaced.
Battery exploded when ignition turned one click to "on" position. Vehicle was in garage. Heard a boom when I turned key. Opened hood to see smoke and a damaged battery. Caps were blown clear, top of cell was cracked in 4 places. Battery acid sprayed hood and surrounding area.