Table 1 shows five common steering related problems of the 2002 Nissan Maxima. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (six problems). The second most common problem is related to the power steering pump (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering problems | |
| Power Steering Pump problems | |
| Steering Noise problems | |
| Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems | |
| Steering Wheel problems |
When I first purchased this car I had immediate problems with the power steering fluid. The check engine light has remained on the entire time. But the car was hemorrhaging fluid, groaning, whining, and my steering was becoming extremely loose. Read details...
Over heating gurgling in over flow, had radiator flushed and topped off,still over heat,looking at my recites it says I have a leaking water hose but no one replaced it, on 9/27/16. Drove my car threw winter then went to another machanic had the thermostat replaced on 6/30/17 still over heat, Read details...
The contact owns a 2002 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that the suspension was making a knocking sound along with a loud noise coming from the steering wheel. The noises are heard each time the steering wheel is turned to the left or right and when driving uphill. Read details...