Engine Exhaust System problems of the 2002 Nissan Maxima

Three problems related to engine exhaust system have been reported for the 2002 Nissan Maxima. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Nissan Maxima based on all problems reported for the 2002 Maxima.

1 Engine Exhaust System problem

Failure Date: 01/21/2005

2002 Nissan Maxima check engine light came on with p0139 and p1147 codes. Dealer performed a repair under TSB ntb02-051a. This should be a recall, not a TSB. Cost is $480.

2 Engine Exhaust System problem

Failure Date: 05/18/2002

Air control valve is not working properly vehicle will unexpectedly accelerate at high speeds. Contacted dealer. Please further information.

3 Engine Exhaust System problem

Vehicle has a knocking noise and burning odor coming from the engine compartment.




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