Steering Related Problems of the 2008 Nissan Maxima

Table 1 shows three common steering related problems of the 2008 Nissan Maxima. The number one most common problem is related to the steering (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering noise (one problem).

Table 1. Steering related problems of Nissan Maxima

Problem Category Number of Problems
Steering problems
2
Steering Noise problems
1
Lose Power Steering problems
1

Recently reported Steering problems of the 2008 Nissan Maxima

The Steering problem

I got into my car and tried to start it and the ignition would not turn. This has happen severl times since we purchased the car October 2007. We were told it was a built in safety factor and just turn the steering wheel and it would work.   Read details...

The Steering Noise problem

Rattling noise comes from steering column, defective rack and pinion gear assy. Had to be replaced.   Read details...

The Lose Power Steering problem

While driving the car, high pressure power steering hose burst and lost all power steering fluid causing power steering to fail. Was able to bring car to a stop and had it towed to Nissan dealer where hose was replaced.   Read details...


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