Ignition Switch Problems of Nissan Maxima

Nissan Maxima owners have reported 9 problems related to ignition switch (under the electrical system category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Nissan Maxima based on all problems reported for the Maxima.

1 Ignition Switch problem of the 1999 Nissan Maxima

Failure Date: 02/24/2014

The contact owns a 1999 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while driving at 25 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. The vehicle was able to restart. The failure occurred on several occasions. The vehicle was taken to the independent mechanic for diagnostic testing, who stated the ignition switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was unknown.

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2 Ignition Switch problem of the 2012 Nissan Maxima

Failure Date: 11/04/2013

The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph the open door warning indicator remained illuminated even though all four doors were closed securely. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road. When the push button ignition switch was engaged it failed to shut off the engine and the interior automatic doors would only unlock manually. In addition, the interior lights illuminated continuously. The failure was not diagnosed nor was the vehicle repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 22,995.

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3 Ignition Switch problem of the 2006 Nissan Maxima

Failure Date: 04/04/2008

2006 Nissan Maxima. Ignition switch non functional. Have to pay $650. 00 for repairs. The max only has 59,000. Miles on it.

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4 Ignition Switch problem of the 1999 Nissan Maxima

Failure Date: 06/05/2006

Could get inside of vehicle with key, but could not start vehicle through ignition switch. Electronic devise would not read key, and computer had lost the combination. Dealer reprogrammed the key.

5 Ignition Switch problem of the 1999 Nissan Maxima

Failure Date: 01/12/2006

: the contact stated the check engine light illuminated intermittently. The vehicle was taken to the local dealership when the light illuminated. The dealership was not able to duplicate the problem; however, they did reset the check engine light. The vehicle was inspected by the dealer, and they suggested changing the ignition switch.

6 Ignition Switch problem of the 2000 Nissan Maxima

Failure Date: 10/23/2005

: the contact stated the ignition key would not turn to start the vehicle. The nature of the failure was gradual worsening. The vehicle was taken to the service dealer, who replaced the ignition switch.

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7 Ignition Switch problem of the 1999 Nissan Maxima

Failure Date: 02/25/2001

Consumer cannot start vehicle with key, the key will not turn ignition switch, consumer stated this was original key received with vehicle. Consumer contacted dealer, and dealer had to recode key.

8 Ignition Switch problem of the 1999 Nissan Maxima

Failure Date: 05/05/2000

Ignition system immobilized when using proper coded Nissan keys. Keys recoded, problem still occurs later. Nissan/factory rep knows max se have aproblem, but don't know why. I have a car that I never know when it won't start and must be towed in!!.

9 Ignition Switch problem of the 1999 Nissan Maxima

Failure Date: 12/19/1998

Ignition switch intermittently works. Dealer has had vehicle in dealer's shop for repairs 5 times. Consumer is filling for lemon law.




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