Nissan Maxima owners have reported 88 unknown or other related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 1 most common unknown or other problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's unknown or other (88 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
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| Unknown Or Other problems |
When we bought our Nissan at 96648 miles, there was remarkably little rust underneath. The alternator went out on 10-12-12 and we had the car towed to a repair shop. They refused to repair it after finding that the core support for the motor is rusted and rotted out. Further research indicates that this issue has occured in this model of car for many years. If we had known that this car was so unsafe we would never have purchased it in the first place. Toyota had a similar problem with their pickup trucks and they were buying back the trucks for large sums of money. Why isn't Nissan doing / being forced to do the same? we expected another 50,000 miles out of this car and now it is worthless. There are so many complaints about this issue, there has to be a huge safety concern. A major structural component should be the last thing to corrode.
This vehicle has been maintained well over the years. It is absolutely incredible on how many people share the same problems that I have and that Nissan has not done nothing about it. My car started shifting really hard from 2nd to 3rd gear, it also gets stuck on 5th gear once the transmission is heated up. I know that it is the transmission that is defective or else there would not be so many videos on the internet about how to repair the solenoids that are inside the valve body. The car is in horrible driving condition and I even drive around with my hazards on because of the violent downshifts shake up the car and myself.
I had bought a 2005 Nissan Maxima within a month it started jerking really bad between first and second shift. Getting off the freeway and comming to a stop it started jerking really bad it seemed like I had been hit from my back bumper, but it just the shit gear problem. It was really scary especially having my two year old son in the car. I took my car to the mechanic multiple times but they didnt seem to know what the problem was so I looked it up online and there were numerous complaints with the same problem I was having. My Maxima now has 75000 miles and does not fall under warranty I am afraid that they are going to charge me $3000 for a problem that alot of Nissans seem to have and should have been reacalled.
My car was bought at a Nissan dealership in 2011 of December, in January I noticed the car jerking and shifting while driving 20 to 30 miles. So I took the car back at the dealership and they said that they will only give me another car only if the problem is in the transmission, they told me that the problem is my motor mount is broken, and they don't cover anything outside the transmission or engine only the inside. . The total amount to fix was 500 but I had no money to do it. They gave me an option of taking an extended warranty which it was expensive for me so I shopped for a warranty and I got a full bumper to bumper for a cheaper price than what they gave me. It took me 3months to go back to the dealer with a new warranty they fixed the motor mount but the issue is still their. A Nissan technician took it for a test drive they suggested that I need a new transmission and there's no way I'm willing to give them my car again to fix because it took them along time to realize the problem telling me to fix your car we need to get it out of idle and emission needs to be checked that's what they were saying before they realize its a transmission. . I love Nissan Maxima but in order to keep a customer like me to stay loyal please fix the issue and do the right thing by recalling the vehicles.
Transmission jerks from 1st to 2nd gear. Wont shift into 3rd. Makes a very hard jerk while shifting gears and won't go to 2nd sometimes.
I am a soldier stationed in germany who encountered a tire blow out on 6 December 2011. I was fortunate enough to be driving on the military base and someone caught my attention to notify me. I took the vehicle to the auto shop on the base and told they could not order the tire through any of their vendors and I had to go through the local economy. However, before I left they inspected the tire to identify what caused the flat and stated it was a manufacturer defect. The tire seperated from the seams. It was very disturbing this happended, because I usually have my 10 year old daughter in the vehicle. Also I am usually driving in the wee hours of the morning or at night. In addition the tire will cost $300 to pay for. I paid additional money for a tire warranty, which does not cover manufacturer defects.
I was driving in 40's and suddenly my transmission gets stuck . It wont go down or up. And sudddenly when it does it gives me a huge jerk. This can be a dangerous problem which can cause serious accidents. Looking at all the forums in the internet seems like almost all the Nissan users of (2004 to 2006) are facing the same problem. There has to some kind of recall that all these customers have to get .
Bought car brand new 9/2005. Car was serviced multiple times and even a Nissan engineer tested steering and suspension. When speed is at 60 mpr, steering wheel shakes. New tires were put on by dealership several times, also. Engineer stated that car was supposed to do that. Well now my car's transmission is acting up. Please note that steering wheel still shakes, too. I did a google search and see that numerous people are having the same issue. This car has to be a lemon. I will be contacting Nissan north America to file a complaint also and request that they repair my car.
I was driving my 2006 Nissan Maxima home on the interstate in 5-o-clock traffic and the transmission gave out. I was in the left lane and was luckily able to get into the right lane without hitting another car or causing a serious accident. I then rolled to the nearest exit and was able to break to a stop, but of course with the transmission gone I couldn't even roll the car home. I had the car towed. This wasn't too much of a surprise as I had spoken with a transmission repair shop just a few months prior and was told that I needed a new valve body, the one on this particular car is commonly seen and replaced all the time. At that time he quoted me $1800 for the part/labor, which I didn't have so I agreed to come back when I received more financial aid for the spring semester. When I contacted the shop this time around they told me that it sounds like I'd unfortunately need a new transmission altogether. A used one only has a 90 day warranty and he quoted me around $2700-$3000. The valve body could be the same defective one as before, and being used, I could easily wind up in the same boat 90 days later. He said he'd call back to give me a quote on a rebuilt transmission, but that it would cost more and come with a longer warranty, possibly 2 years. I have contacted Nissan about the problem and they have not responded. Apparently since I didn't die yet or cause anyone else to die it's ok.
I was told by the dealer mechanic that I am having problems with my timing chain tightener. This problem was first diagnosed more than a year ago, and I was told that the sound it was making would worsen with time, and that I should get it replaced before it fails completely. The mechanic told me he feels a recall should have been placed on this part, but so far no such recall has been made. The internet is rife with similar stories, and the gentleman in line in front of me had the same diagnosis.
I took possession of this vehicle around the 14th of November and this vehicle has been returned back to the dealership 6 times within a two week period. I think this could possible be a flood car there is a smell of mildew and the visor are water damaged. To this day the vehicle has not been fixed and it is the 26th day of December 2011. The transmission seems to be slipping and I am afraid to enter traffic as the car stalls and then sticks upon accellarating. The check engine light as well as the brake ans abs lights are constantly on when the dealership stated that they had turned them off. I can smell fumes upon starting and driving this car. I am parent and I don't like to give my child or any other person a ride because of the smells. The tires were bald on the car and twice when it rained I almost has 2 major collisions when the vehicle veered into the other lane driving 45 in a 65 mph zone. I am filing a complaint because I don't think this car is a good car. I have contacted the finance company and they are stating this is out of there hands. I have taken pictures of the different item that seems to be water damaged. I also will be filing a complaint with the comsumer law group regarding this matter.
On November 15, 2011, I was walking across the parking lot of food store and noticed something hanging down from the passenger side of the car under the passenger seat. Upon investigation I found a hole in the bottom of the car where it had rotted out. The metal is flaking off and the hole continues to get bigger. I looked online to see if there had been a recall to fix the problem and found many other people with the same problem. Nissan refuses to recall or repair the problem.
Passenger front floor pan has about a 11 inch rusted out spot. You can see the interior sound barrier from under the car on the passenger side, under the front door area.
Car began making a chattering sound and I had oil checked immediately. Full, but it was suggested to me at gas station that I might have a sticking valve. I had an appointment for an oil change on Monday, November 7th but on Sunday, 11/6/11 as I was going up a slight hill chattering got louder and engine stopped. I'm told the car "jumped timing" due to the failure of the tensioner which holds the timing chain. It's likely the heads were damaged in the process but I have not yet had the engine pulled apart. From on line research this seems to be a common problem with the Maxima models 2004-08. Called Nissan but they insist that I have it towed to dealership and pay a large sum of money to have it diagnosed and then they "might" pay for the parts (job is labor intensive!) for their "flagship" engine, it was probably not a good idea to use a plastic part in it! I will be contacting Nissan again soon. Thank you.
Faulty transmission, needs to be replaced, Nissan should have recalled these models and taken care of the issues.
Severe transmission shifting issues, on moderate mileage. There are several complaints on nissian help. Com. Nissian isn't trying to do anything to help it's custormers please look into this, please issue a recall on the 04 05 models of the Maxima. This is a urgent plea for help. Thank you!!!!!!!!!!.
My transmission is badly jerking and scare to drive. Gear shiftting is not properly operating.
Transmission is jumping out of gear. Transmission is slipping and making a hard jerk between 20-40 mph.
The transmission violently shifts up and down causing the car to jerk forward when at speeds ranging from 20-40, slowing down or accelerating up almost causing an accident. As well as slipping out of gear around 35-45 mph revving the engine then slamming into gear causing temporary loss of control. This is an extreme safety hazzard. Nissan Maxima problem yet Nissan won't help, please help myself and other Nissan owners before someone dies in an accident from a surging/slipping transmission. I just want this problem to go away.
Vehicle jumps violently when changing between 1st, 2nd & 3rd gears. If the engine is cool then the vehicle does not jump but once the engine is warmed up, the car is just contantly jerking. If I change gears from d to r, it takes around 5 seconds before vehicle actually kicks into gear and it jerks so hard to the point where it just make a loud noise.
I like many others am having the exact transmission "slipping, jerking" problems between 2nd and 3rd gear. The rpm's just jump right up under acceleration, the transmission slips then catches causing a jerking, lurching forward action. It is very dangeroua especcially coming on to a majon highway. Because of this I will not let my wife and children drive in the car. We cannot afford the quoted $3500 to $4000 to replace the transmission. Nor do we feel as if we should have to. We have owne this car since new. It has been very reliable but this is abusrd. Nissan needs to recall this model year and replace with corrected transmission before someone gets killed. Or is that what it's going to take to get them to acknowledge the problem.
When the car is driven on the highway for 30 minutes or longer this happens. After slowing down or coming to a stop, when starting up the transmission seems to miss when shifting from 2nd to 3rd. The engine rives up like the transmission is in neutral or park. After slowing the engine down and starting up again it works correctly.
I own a 2005 Nissan Maxima se that now has 73000 miles on it . I am encountering a problem that seems to be with the transmission, when checked for transmission problems nothing seems to show up and no lights are on. The car bucks or jerks when driving and when changing gears . It scrubs as if it 's struggling to pull (which is very dangerous) happened to me while entering the interstate this week and I was in tears because I was in fear for my safety. The car has been having these issue since around 66000 miles. I've gone on line and find out that several consumers are having the same problem and are at a loss as to how to resolve since it doesnt show up as a transmission problem and to have a car (purchased brand new) to start having transmission problems at such low mileage is not expected. There should be a recall on these cars and Nissan should have to fix this problem before serious injury to their consumer is encountered. When I went to a Nissan dealership to try and talk to them about the problem and they just brushed me off and said they would have to look at my car and put it on the machine for a cost of over 100. 00 . This I fell is useless since I've already had it checked and online consumers are saying that no transmission code shows up on the machine. The trasmission fluid was flushed since my machanic said he didnt see anything wrong with the transmission as an attempt to solve the problem but that did nothing for the problem.
Iac valve went bad and car sometime don't start and when it does it ideals rough cant order the part from anywhere but the dealer and they are very expensive I can't even pull anything up on it nowhere other than other people having the same problems everywhere this idem should be recalled.
6/10/2011 the transmission on my 2006 Nissan Maxima failed without warning which prevented the car from accelerating. This was while on the turnpike in PA with traffic merging and moving at speeds of up to 75mph. Luckily I was able to cost to the side of the road without getting into an accident or causing an accident. Upon further reseach I see transmission issues are very common for this make and model car through the production years of 04-07. This is very dangerous and I can see it leading up to and including death due to an accident. The dealer I purchased the car from replaced the transmission under warranty, but I am again having issues with my tranmissions showing signs of failure again. To date, my car has been in the shop for a total of 32 days for the same transmissions issue.
The skyview roof in my 2004 Nissan Maxima is leaking water. During a hard rain when the car is sitting still for more than one hour, water will run through the interior lamps onto the interior. This is very annoying to the point that I hates when it rains. I have to place a large bath towel over the dashboard and gear lever to help prevent water and electrical damage! please help!.
Slight hesitation when put in d or r then hard jerk and clunking sound when goes into gear. Has a hard jerking when slowing down and down shifting. Will slip in and out of gear while going down the road. Rpm's will rev up to 6000-7000 before shifting into gear. This mainly happens when car is warmed up. But goes in and out of gear between 20-40 mph.
Transmission in 2004 Nissan Maxima jerks, so hard that feels like you just got rear ended. These transmissions are failing at an astounding rate. It doesn't happen all the time but when it does, it makes the car uncomfortable to drive.
I was driving and teh highway and my sunroof exploded. Nothing hit it nor was it damaged previously.
I bought a 2005 Maxima 3. 5 sl in 2006 brand new in south carolina. I first started having problems when I had my 60,000 mile service. About two weeks after the service my check engine light came on so, I took it to the dealership. They said there was no codes, and cleared the light. I then took my car in for the 90,000 service and once again around a week or two later my check engine light came on. I took it to the dealer and now their was codes saying my egr valve needed to be replaced. I told the dealership the same thing happened when I did my 60,000 mile service. Needless to say their was a recall that they would have replaced it for free but I was just over the mileage where it could have been done at no cost to me. About 3 months later my car jerked really hard, and my car lost complete power then jerked once more and started to move. The gauges in the car went completely out and every light possible on the dash came on. First I was told I have to replace four sensors, and so I did so along with the egr valve. The car ran fine for about two weeks and started doing the same thing. When I went from drive to reverse or vice versa it would jerk real hard before engaging. I then took the car to the repair shop and they said my transmission sensor was bad. I just had it replaced two weeks ago, and now my car is back is the shop doing the same thing. The tcs slip, and every light on the dash is on, and none of my gauges are working. Now they say it might be the computer that is bad. This last time I was on my way home from missouri and it disengaged and would not put up speed when I pressed the gas pedal. I was nearly rear ended, and had to pull over because my 12 year old daughter was in the car and got scared.
I bought this car two months ago and have been happy with it until now. When I have to back the car up in reverse and then switch into drive it kicks very hard. It started earlier this week and has been doing it ever since. The first time, it kicked so hard that I thought I had hit something, and my passengers were thrown forward so hard that the seat belts took their breath out of them. Later that same day I had trouble getting the car to start when I put the key in the ignition nothing happened for several minutes. When I tried again it started up, but kicked again when I switched from reverse to drive.
Transmission shifts hard. When in park to drive hesitates a few seconds than roughly shifts to drive. Hesitates when car is driven for long periods of time. Sporadically has issues that appears to be the transmission. Have gone to several shops and have been told many things. Reading all the forums this is a factory defect that should be recalled. I have only had the car for over a year. The manufacturer should be liable!!!!.
I took the car into a Nissan dealer for a abs issue I have where abs,tcs and slip light is coming on and maken a horrible noise . They told me the actuator and rear hub needed repair for a total of 2270. 00 plus tax. This is a major issue and in my opinion as a mechanic should be a national recall,for all the people haven this issue is the united states and canada.
I bought a 2006 Nissan Maxima milage 68000. After driving it for few months (milage around 97000) the transmission went bad, and started skipping and hard shifting while changing gear from 2nd to 3rd there is hard shifting (jerking) and while shifting from 3rd to 4th gear it skips and the rpm increase while the car does not accelerates at that time. When I googled this issue I found that alot of Nissan Maxima owners have this issue. I think Nissan has a faulty transmission built into these cars. Nissan needs to come up with a solution to fix this issue, a recall hopefully !. Thanks.
The abs system, specifically the actuator, in the 2006 Nissan Maxima failed. Initially, the abs system would activate every time the brakes are applied. It first occurred on dry pavement at highway speed (55mph) braking and then all subsequent braking thereafter, regardless of speed or road condition. Now the car is in fail-safe model where the abs system, traction control system, and electronic brake force distribution are inactive on the vehicle. Nissan dealers estimate the fix to be approximately $3000, with the majority of the repair in replacing the abs actuator. The vehicle has never been flooded and has only been in very minor fender-benders (repainting of exterior parts). From my prospective, it seems very unusual for the actuator to go bad and appears to be a defective unit.
My wife is a high school teacher. She has an assigned spot which is right up to the curb near an entrance to the school, approximately 150 feet between curb and building. As she entered her spot and prepared to come to a complete stop, with her foot on the brake, the engine made a loud noise, she saw an exclamation point flash twice on the dashboard, and with her foot still on the brake, the car raced uncontrollably forward jumping the curb and did not stop until she pushed the stop/start button on the dashboard of the keyless system. As there were many students and several teachers in the vicinity, it is extremely fortunate that the car stopped for my wife and every one else in the area.
After the car has been driven awhile and warmed up, 30 mins or so. The steering wheel starts to jerk and the car pulls to the left. When this happens the car drives like it's on a flat tire, a kluck kluck kluck sound is coming from the front end, but the tires are not flat. I even replaced the old tires with new ones. The steering becomes very erratic. I’ve taken it twice to a Nissan dealer and a sears auto center, and was told everything was tight in the front end. No one seems to know what the problem is, because they can't get the car to recreate this condition. What would be the likely cause that would make this happen?.
I have a 2003 Nissan Maxima gle, with approximately 148,000 miles on it. The transmission "slips:" for lack of a better word when downshifting after being in a higher gear, causing the car to "hesitate", or shut off while I'm driving, stopped at a light, stop sign, etc. Numerous other Maxima owners who have high mileage have complained of similar problems, but Nissan has not addressed this problem.
Transmission. Undocumented flaw with this transmission. Transmission slips out of gear during regular driving. Very hard jerky shifts.
Car jerks when going into 1st, 2nd or 3rd and has gotten stuck in 3rd gear when driving, had to put in manual gears in order to stop the vehicle. Also when putting in reverse car jerks and then when you go into drive the vehicle jerks again. A/c also went out about 6 months after owning the car, which was bought in 2009. Vehicle has been checked out by dealership and they do not know what the main problem is with the car, and said they would fix 2 things to see if it fixes the problem, only if I pay them about $3000. 00 to $3500. 00. Dealer does not know the root of the problem, however they want to charge for "what if's". Car also jerks when you break or slow down without using break system. I am afraid for my life and the life of my family.
When the problem initially started you could hear a very loud rattling noise. Nissan certified dealer could not figure out the problem. Last month they gave me a list which was half printed and half written meaning that the most costly, expensive, and important item were not put in their database system. The certified mechanic basically told me to get rid of the car ( car needs a new transmission due to broken tensioner, main chain). In order for them just to confirm that-that's the problem, it would apps. Take 8 labor hours to take the motor apart. The car feels like it is literally going to fall apart.
I bought the car brand new and have maintained this vehicle with 3k mile oil changes and replaced the tires. It has started to make jerk when shifting from 1-2 gear or 2-3 and recently the engines revs up to 4rpms but does not go any faster. Unfortunately my car is out of warranty but from looking around other blogs and forums it looks as this is quite a common problem. The engine is making a noise as if it is running on turbo. I don't understand why there is not a recall there is so many issues with this car its ridiculous. This is the first brand new car I have purchased and I cannot believe how many issues it has.
After stopping at a stop sign, my car would not proceed properly and then all of a sudden lunged forward. After I was continuing at approximately 30 miles per hour the transmission jerked into gear. The same scenario happened frequently.
On April 1, 2010, my daughter was waiting in my vehicle for me to leave work, as I approached the car I noticed smoke coming out of the hood, my daughter was in the car, when saw me approaching the car she exited the car and stood in front of the car to open hood of car, one of my coworkers yelled the car was on fire pointing at the bottom of the car. I noticed flames coming out from the bottom of the car, I yelled for my daughter to stay clear from the car, I phoned 911 immediately, my car was parked in front of a children's hospital, I work in a medical campus, I was concerned for the safety of the patients and surroundings needless to say my daughter could of been seriously hurt or worse. The car was engulfed in flames in less then 5 minutes, the fire department and security filed reports. The fire department confirmed the car is a total loss. I cannot understand or comprehend how this can happen, I keep the car up to date with oil changes and my independent mechanic checks the car every six months for service, needless to say I have no transportation since my Nissan was the only car I had which I used for work and my daughter for work and school also.
My 2005 Nissan Maxima started to shift extremely hard. Not only that but in traffic it can be very scarey almost causing you to hit the vehicle in front of you or being almost hit in the rear because the transmission gets stuck and then shifts extremely hard. This vehicle is used to transport my kids. I cannot afford to fix Nissans mistakes. Times are difficult financially right now. Nissan should be held accountable for there mistakes. They should not be allowed to sell vehicles that are not reliable. Please help us with this situation. It not only put my children in danger but it has taken a financial tow on my family. Nissan needs to fix this!!!.
Vehicle started showing warning lights and responding sporadically, working smoothly then failing in various manners including: failing to accelerate after stopped at traffic light, lost power when exiting highway, lurched while driving on interstate, lights failed then turned back on, flashing failure lights, loss of fuel errors, others. Investigation revealed that a faulty design in the car computer housing and location made it possible for dimes to fall from the dash into an opening, which appeared to be a test port, in the computer causing shorts resulting in the sporadic behavior and ultimate complete failure of the unit. The mechanic was able to find technical publications that documented this known defect and the associated dangerous implications.
After 65000 miles transmission started to show problems. Mostly from 1 to 2 gear it jumps like a mule. Almost undriveable. I have spoken to the dealer but guarranty is not longer active so most spend 3500 dollars. I would never buy Nissan again.
The drivers side seat recently started to rocking toward the drivers side door which alerted me to having a problem. This happens every time I get into the car the seat is leaning to the left door. I contacted the dealer in which I purchased the car, they said it is nothing they can do because the warranty is up. I should contact the manufacture Nissan which I have also done .
I have a problem with my Maxima, my transmission is faulty, it jerks real bad from 1st to 2nd gear, and then when I am slowing down about to come to a stop it also kicks and jerks real bad. I dont know what to do since I really thought this was a realiable car for my family and now im scared everytime I drive it. I need Nissan to do something about this problem. Please help.
I have a Nissan Maxima that I had to replace all tires because of a deffect that came to me in the mail after I brought my new tires and was not reinbursed. I also had problem with front rotars that they kept replacing numerous times until my warrantty ran out and than I had to replace them with high performance rotars so it would not happen again. Now after all of that and more I am not able to drive my only transportation because out of nowhere my transmition blew up after my extended warranty ran out because of years not mileage and no matter where I went I was told that if I would replace it with a new or use transmition that I would have the same problem and no one wants to work on it. I was told by mechanics that only the 2004 has transmition problems.
My 04 Maxima currently has just over 50,000 miles on it. I have noticed some hard shifts over the past few months, but they had been very intermittent. The other day however I noticed the service engine soon light was on and when accelerating from a stop I realized that I barely had any power! after engine shut off the acceleration was back to normal. The service engine soon light remained on. The code was pulled and reset. P 0797 pressure control solenoid, stuck on. Repair cost approximately 4000 dollars. Problem outstanding. The struts have also gone bad. Problem outstanding. I have also had to replace the battery. The front right rotor is warped and causes steering wheel shim when downhill braking. Problem outstanding. My car had begun to idle very low twice and actually died once. Problem outstanding. A weld on the heat shield of the catalytic converter has come loose and causes a noticeable vibration when accelerating when cold. This subsides once it's heated up probably due to metal expansion. Problem outstanding. I have also replaced the tires due too bad alignment camber on some and also castor I believe it was wearing the tires unevenly.
Stopped at a local shop, got out of car to mail a letter, car still running, key in the ignition and the doors locked on the car while it was running and no one in the drivers seat. Luckly I did not have my child in the car seat, it was hot and it took me having to get someone to go to my home and retrieve a spare key to open the door. Took it to dealership and because it was 1o miles over the warranty, they would not repair it. I filed a complaint earlier, but never heard a response. This also happened to my 2005 altima. The doors are not suppose to lock if car is running. This is a hazard and a defect.
I am having problems with my 1999 Nissan Maxima. My service engine soon light came on about a year ago and regardless of what I do to fix it, it just comes back on. I have had diagnostic tests ran on it and it has come up as something different everytime I fix the problem it gives me. So far I have fixed two ignition coil packs, a noc sensor and a couple other things related to emissions. I have spent around $800 to fix these things and I am now am getting a code that says there is an ignition misfire. The shop that I am taking it to has told me that it's a problem that they can not figure out and they have researched it and been told that Nissan can't figure it out either.
2001 Maxima 20th anniversary edition. Had to replace all three oxygen sensors in the last two years and recently the mass air flow sensor. The bose radio blew up recently. The radio blew up while driving on my way to work. Popping sounds then smoke filled my car and with an awful odor also replaced front wheel bearings on passenger side twice within 3 months. Replaced wheel bearings on front drivers' side .
Chrome rails that run from front of windshiel to rear have faded and are peeling. Every Maxima I have seen is the same. Is there a recall on this. Great car except forthis.
My 2005 Maxima has a tray on the dash designed to hold change sunglasses cell phone etc. --I always put change in the tray but apparently there is a space/slit where this change can slip down. The change did slip down into one of the circuit panels and burned up my circuit panel causing my major electrical damage to my car. This occurred while traveling and could have easily burned my car up with me and my child in the car. Nissan said since it was due change it was my fault and would not cover the expenses. My question to them was if this tray was designed for change etc. And there was no warning stating to not put change there then I feel like they should cover it as this is faulty design and a fire hazard. They said until they get other complaints they would not even look at the possibility of paying for this. Ironic that when it came back from a Nissan repair shop this area that was open is now sealed.
The paint or coating on the paint gets scratched without any extra ordinary usage. I believe it even happens from rain. The car is only 4 months old has scratches al over it.
This is a mileage issue. I bought on July 8, 2005 from empire Nissan, ontario, CA a 2003 350-z vehicle that a an odometer reading of 11684. On July 11, my insurance agent checked on line with carfax on the history of this car. Per carfax report, mileage as of Dec. 15, 2003 was 12,243 and as of March 2, 2004, it was 12, 244. Upon carfax advice, we can either notify your office or the California dept of motor vehicle. Dmv advised us to bring it to the dealer's attention because their records only show 1 registration upon the purchase of the first original buyer. Then, the mileage was 8 miles. It has not been smogged nor re-registered. I have brought the matter to empire Nissan on the evening of July 13, 2005. I was asked to wait and they said they will research the matter & call me on July 14, 2005. I got a call and am going there in the evening. I was told by other dealers that I have the right to return the car & be reimbursed for everything. Please help me. What is the right recourse for this case?.
The "service engine soon" light comes on often. The dealer has reprogrammed the ecm under the emissions warranty, but the O2 sensor was bad and had to be replaced at 58k miles at my expense (over $400).
Purchased 2005 Maxima and have had it back to the dealer six times for the same vibrating and shimmying problem that everyone seems to complain about. If I had only seen this website before I bought one! the dealership tries they're best to blame the tires/wheels. They have now put 5 sets of tire and wheels on my brand new car. . . The only person there that is truthful was the service manager. I took him for a ride in the car and finally, he said, this is a characteristic of the car. . . They wish Nissan would fix it. He said maybe 1 out of 25 people actually complain about it. I find that hard to believe. I have am filing a lemon law suit and hope for the best. When will Nissan have a recall and fix this problem?.
I called on 1/31/05 and filed a formal complaint for my 2005 Nissan Maxima. I have not heard back from anyone as yet and I am wondering how I need to proceed.
10,522k miles,- I broke down due to failure of alternator and battery. Dealership replaced both. 15,358k miles,- I complained about a loud rattling noise, like a flat tire rattling grinding noise and car feeling shaky. = dealership found no problem. Continuing driving my car thinking everything is ok. I bought it brand new so I shouldn't really worry. I was wrong for thinking that. 27,500 mi. -I broke down again got towed to the dealership,where they replaced another alternator. 27,732-I brought it back to dealership, because I just thought the noise my car still made didn't seem right. = dealership resecured heatshield 3. 26'099 mi. -r/f headlight bulb burnt out. Dealer fixed that one. 28'071 mi. -left side front headlight burnt out. Dealer replaced . 29,276 mi. - I paid $300. 00 for my major service that was due for my car, also thinking maybe my car wouldn't be as noisy as it is. Maybe the dealership might find the problem. 31'431 mi. - I still hear the grinding noise,the cover under engine was loose, my air conditioner was not cold enough, and the center console was loose. =this time the dealership said it was the heat shield for the grinding noise, they fixed the loose cover under engine,fixed center console, and replaced low pressure hose in the a/c. 31'813 mi. - car still making the grinding noise, I hear knocking noises from the back of the car when I reverse, and the a/t light stays on longer than normal,then turnes off. = dealer replaced front exaust pipe, said the knocking noise I hear in the back of the car, is from the aftermarket air cleaner. (that is in the front of car). When I picked up my car from the dealership, I felt like this time my car was going to be fixed. I got in my headed for home. I heard the same noise I have been complaining about since 15,358 mi. I turned around brought right back in to service. =they replaced the rear manifold and cat converter. I picked up my car but I still hear the noise my car makes and it is louder when turning.
The paint on the vehicle is of extremely poor quality. It chips extremely easily, much more so than any other car I have ever owned. The hood and other parts of the vehicle are loaded with paint chips. This is a known problem and scores of other people have complained about it. Nissan needs to do a recall and repaint the vehicles.
Purchased Nissan Maxima on December 11, 2002. Noticed, in early may, the paint had chip marks all the way to the metal of the car (on back panels close to both passenger door's. Paint is starting to chip along the front edge of both passenger doors. ) I live in WI & bought vehicle new on December 11, 2003. So that means there is snow on the ground until, at least early, April. So out of the five months that I have been making payments on this expensive vehicle. . . Three of them have been during the winter when there aren't a lot of stones, pebbles, rocks, etc. I realize there could be some paint chipping. . . But my goodness!!! I had traded-in my 1996 Maxima for this upgraded model!!! my 1996 didn't have paint chips that were chipped to the metal of the vehicle!!!.
I am an owner of a 2000 Nissan Maxima se. Shortly after buying my car in August of 2000, I have found many problems with my car. One problem is a check engine light that keeps coming on. It has been checked out with the dealer, and while they turn it off, it has come on twice more. The second problem is a vibration that comes from the front end fo the car, and is felt through the steering wheel. This occurs during deacceleration at speeds of 60 mph or higher. This has also been brought to the attention of the dealer which says the problem is due to warped rotors. I have changed them twice since purchasing the vehicle, and the car only now has 37,000 miles. Finally there is a constant roughness to the ride of the car as if there is no suspension supporting the car. Also there is a constant clicking noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. Complaints and repairs have been brought to the attention and done by the dealer, but problems still persist.
Under low light driving conditions such as early morning or at dusk, during rain, snow, or haze, when headlights are required for safe driving, my instrument panel lights can blend with the dials and under the right light conditions can become unreadable. I drove for over one hour on one day and could not distinguish my speed. The instrument panel lighting is poor. I have notified Nissan and sent letters but have not yet had a response. The dealer investigated the problem and it was decided that this is how the panel was designed. After the dealer completed his work, I received a voice message from Nissan customer service. I returned the call and left them a voice message to return my call. They never did, so on November 18, I sent a letter with attachments to mr semple, the president of Nissan design America. As of today, I have not heard from him or any of his staff. Yesterday, I mailed a response to Nissan on a customer service form they had sent to me questioning how I was treated. I addressed a letter to mr. Bosley who is the vp of customer service. I would be happy to provide you a copy of all documents.
Engine check light illuminated. Sometimes there was a gas smell inside cab. Driver took vehicle to a mechanic, and he stated that evaporative system was bad. Please provide any further information.
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2000 Maxima engine failed. Piston rod broke into pieces and totally damaged the engine. The rotors were turned and the doors were hard to open. The drive belts were replaced. The deck lid light bulb was replaced. The consumer was unable to pull out the dip stick. Updated 03/20/06.
At cold startup, engine oil light usually flashes, and engine makes loud sound like it doesn't have oil pressure. This goes away after a few seconds. Nissan advised to always use Nissan oil filters, which I do, and problem has existed since car was new. When car is fully warm and in drive at a standstill with lights on and a/c off, car idle will drop to about 500 rpm, causing annoying vibration. Dealer says no problems found. Resume on cruise control has failed intermittently about 1 of every 20 times. Resume feature will not work, and you must reset the cruise to the preferred speed. Dealer says no problems found. Door locks/keyless entry have failed several times. Power locks have locked and instantly unlocked when pressing lock button on keyless remote; also, locks have unlocked and then locked when pressing unlock button and had to manually unlock each door. Dealer says no problems found. This is the 8th Nissan vehicle my family has owned and the first I have personally bought new; I do not expect this from a new Nissan car and do not expect the dealer should ignore my complaints.
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Engine check light has come on 3 times (within 13 months of purchase) catalytic converter is the problem all 3 times.
Foul odor throughout car when standing or moving(rotten egg smell).
Within 4 weeks of purchase, the paint began to wear thin on the side mouldings on the doors. My car is burgundy and I noticed that quite a few other cars had the same problem. I called Nissan's consumer hotline after getting no assistance from the dealership and found out two interesting things. 1) when the original manufacturer's warranty expires, any repairs that would have been done under that warranty are now done only at the dealership's discretion, not by Nissan. 2) when you report unsatisfactory customer service at a dealership, they get "in trouble" and are more willing to work with you at that point. I was able to get the dealership to pay half for painting and replacing the moulding, but it took a little work. No safety defect mentioned in summary.
Engine warning light illuminated twice.
Malfunction indicator light failed.
2002 Nissan Maxima with a recall. Consumer states that there is no recall on his vehicle. Consumer states that he is very unsatisfied about that response. He stated that he received the letter stating his vehicle had a recall. The manufacturer sent the consumer an apology letter, stating the notice was sent to him in error.
I need directions on where to go with my problem. I bought a car from my brother last year. I found out the cars were switched at the dealer and now the dealer is not willing to cooperate.
Engine check light stays on, and the gear sticks from drive to reverse. The dealer has been notified.
Engine check light illuminates while driving. Dealer has replaced catalytic converter. However, engine check light still illuminates.