Vehicle Shudder Problems of Nissan Maxima

I purchased a 2016 Nissan Maxima at 57,000. The vehicle had undergone proper servicing and was in great shape. At 62,000 miles the transmission failed and the car would not drive. While heading home from work I felt my entire vehicle begin to shake. The vehicle would not accelerate when I stepped on the gas and there was a 10 second delay before it began to move, afterwards, it immediately jolted and vibrated rigorously. I decided to proceed with caution and pull my vehicle over before it caused me to get into an accident. When put into drive or reverse with the brake released the car would not move. When the accelerator was depressed the rpms would flutter but the car would not move. I first thought that Nissan's notorious cvt problem had plagued my vehicle. I made an appointment to get my transmission inspected at route 23 Nissan in nutley, new jersey, and I had contacted Nissan north America's consumer affairs department. After dropping the vehicle off at route 23 Nissan, Nissan's consumers affairs department got back to me within 48 hours and informed me that Nissan had no interest in rectifying the situation because there was no recall and it was �outside of the warranty period. � the company must be waiting for the first death to occur similar to the takata incident. If this situation were to occur while I was on the highway it could have resulted in the injury of others and myself. Nissan technicians determined that the xtronic cvt had a complete failure and needed to be replaced because they could not be repaired. The repair cost is well over $4,000.

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Tl the contact owns a 2013 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while approaching a stop sign, the accelerator pedal was depressed however, the vehicle failed to respond. The accelerator pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard while the vehicle shuddered. The vehicle was taken to autonation Nissan memphis (4140 hacks cross road, memphis, TN 38125) to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

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Nissan cvt transmission on 12/05/2018, about 10:00am- took my vehicle in for oil change and vibrating and shaking of car. Paid about $350. 00 for oil change and transmission flush and change (which the service dept. Said I needed for transmission). That same day about 5:00pm while on the freeway my car stopped accelerating, starting shaking and I was able to pull over gradually to the side of the freeway. I got it towed back to the same Nissan service center for them to evaluate. On the next day the service representative says the car needs a new transmission and the warranty has expired. Nissan has come back to say that they will pay for a new transmission minus 20%, which will be $800. 00 but they are not willing to pay back the 308. 00 they charged for the transmission work done the following day. I have just began to realize how widespread a problem this Nissan cvt transmission is. I was so very fortunate that I was able to get to the side of the freeway safely.

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The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Maxima. While driving approximately 40 mph, the vehicle drove roughly when the accelerator pedal was depressed. There were no warning indicators illuminated. While driving on an incline or bumpy road, the vehicle would shake. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The control arm and ball joints on the front driver and passenger sides were recently replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

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Tl-the contact owns a 2005 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated while when stopped at traffic lights, when the accelerator pedal was depressed,the vehicle would not automatically drive. The contact stated that the vehicle was jerking violently. The service engine soon light was continuously illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a diagnosis and the stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer had not been notified of the failure and the approximate failure mileage was that the vehicle was shaking violently. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000. The VIN was unavailable. Gb.

While driving the car in town the car started jerking erratically, launching forward, hard jerks, car shaking like crazy, smell burning smell in the car, I almost hit other cars due to my car jerking forward. I was frightened. . . The car is very unsafe to drive to say the very least. It doesn't matter what speed you are driving, it jerks and launches forward at will. My children could have got seriously hurt riding in this car. I paid close to $800 toget this car fixed in may of 2013, only to have it all happen all over again as the Nissan corporation knew of defective transmissions in the Nissan maxiamas. Yet, they continue to sell these "death traps", to citizens. . This is an atrocity, whatthe Nissan corporation has to done it's consumers.

The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the vehicle began to shake abnormally. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they advised that the transmission and motor mounts needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified. The failure mileage was 100,000 the VIN was unavailable.

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The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that when attempting to shift into drive or reverse, the vehicle would shake violently. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not offer any assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The failure and current mileage was 68,000.

Tl - the contact owns a 2005 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while attempting to shift gears the vehicle would shake violently. The contact mentioned that the vehicle failed to accelerate while going through an intersection. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnose that the transmission was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance and referred her to the dealer. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 109,695. Pmb.

Tl - the contact owns a 2004 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle would shake violently whenever the transmission was shifted from park to drive. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the valve body needed to be replaced. Also, the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for a second opinion who stated that the transmission motor mounts and the radiator needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 102,000 and the current mileage was 113,065. Kmj.

Vehicle started shaking/jerking when pressing breaks for a red light, continued shaking/jerking as I was pressing on the break. Shaking and loud noise when car is turned on, jerking of gears as I am driving on freeway, seems to jump gears and takes a long time to catch itself on automatic gear changes. Have had this car since brand new and has given all kids of problems. For the last few years I've invested too much on repairs and replacement of parts that had no reason to fail. I expected this car to be a dependable and reliable vehicle based on the reputation of the maker. Love the internal features of comfort and luxury but this car fails where it counts. . . . The transmission and under the hood workings. ---I read other complaints about a foul odor in the car. . . I have recently experienced that strange/stinky odor in my car and thought it was milk or food my kids left in the car. . . I tend to have my car very clean and after a thorough inspection haven't been able to identify the source of the odor. . . After reading the other entries I can say it comes from the car itself as other's are experiencing the same thing.

The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Maxima. While driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle began to shake vigorously and the contact heard a rattling sound. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing and the vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Maxima. While driving 45 mph, the contact stated that the vehicle would vibrate into the next gear. The contact would release the accelerator pedal the vehicle speed would increase excessively. The contact was forced to shift into over drive in order to gain control of the vehicle. The dealer nor manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure was not remedied. The failure mileage was 94,600. The current mileage was 95,000. Updated 08/15/11.

The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while driving 25 mph the vehicle began to vibrate and stall. The contact stated that the failure could potentially cause a crash while driving. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic who stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle should not need a new transmission because the vehicle was only six years old. The contact had not taken the vehicle to a dealer. The failure mileage was 50,000.

I purchased my 2004 Maxima 18 months ago. From the time I drove it off the lot it started shaking. I took it back to the dealer a total of 4 times each time they told me it was something different,from the rotors to a weight falling off the wheel(which they say I lost). I was driving on a interstate highway and the vehicle started shaking and pulling so bad I almost had an accident. When I took it back for the fifth time I was told I had to pay to have the vehicle fixed(I had not owned it but 2 months). Finally I took it to another dealer (same affiliate) who fixed it so the shaking was not as bad (after 3 visits). I have taken the vehicle back on several occasions since then,and now when the jerking has gotten worse,sometimes jerks so hard it hurts my neck. The gears jerk when changing. I thought I just had to deal with the fact that I brought a lemon,but after reading all these complaints (which are either the same or similar) I know Nissan needs to correct these issues before someone is seriously hurt or loose there lives(as well as others). And I do plan to continue emailing sending letters,and calling until someone listens. Now I don't feel alone in this issue just pissed off. That Nissan has allowed this to go on so long without addressing the safety issue of this vehicle.

I have a 2006, Nissan Maxima se. I've been having severe problems with my transmission. The car jerks violently when its changes gears between 1st and 2nd, as well as between 2nd and 3rd gear. After doing research on this problem online, I've seen countless number of people who complain about the same problem. I re-built the transmission at my expense of $3,200 and it wasn't over yet, then currently my check engine light is on and my car wont start, I would have to turn the key on and off 4-6 times every time I need to drive for it to start. My speedometer stopped working, therefore I can't see how fast or slow I'm driving nor is the mileage calculation are working it has been stuck at 86,745. So many people have experienced this problem from 2004 to 2008. I don't see how this could go on. While driving on the highway the electrical fails and the lights on the dashboard dim to where I am not able to control the vehicle and unable to use my signals for safety concerns, especially while traveling at night time. The vehicle shakes and is unstable at times. This is my only transportation to and from work and I need a solution to this problem. The sad part is that I have taken it to the dealer four times now and every time I pay these high fees for diagnostics and they can not give me a solution to my problem.

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The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that when the brakes were applied the vehicle began to shake and accelerate. The failure occurred while driving 30 mph. The contact was unable to shift from first to second gear. The dealer stated that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop. The vehicle was not repaired when the complaint was filed. The failure mileage was 88,800.

Transmission problems. . . . . . . . . . . . When shifting from 2nd to 3rd it kicks really hard just shakes the entire car at first it was a light kick but after 1month it became a really hard kick it knocks you back. . . . . Ive taken the car to the dealer and they say nothing wrong with it but how is nothing wrong when your driving and it feels like a mule kicked you. . . . . . . . I took the car to a repair shop and they said it needed motor/transmission mounts, I did the repair it cost me $2000 and it still does it ive heard on forums that alot of Maximas from 04-05 have this problem and nothing seems to help.

The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that the vehicle vibrated whenever he shifted from first to second gear and then second to third gear. The failure occurred while driving various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they replaced the engine mounts; yet, the failure continued to occur. The contact took the vehicle back to the dealer twice to no avail. The Nissan manufacturer was not notified. Normal routine maintenance was performed on the vehicle prior to the failure. The failure mileage was 93,000.

I have a 2006 Nissan Maxima se that I bought new in Jan 2007. Several months ago I replaced the oem tires because I was old they were worn out and were the cause of steering wheel vibration above 60mph. I replaced the tires and front brakes/rotors at my Nissan dealership and the vibration was reduced but still noticeable. It gets worse with cold temperatures. They have inspected the struts and engine mounts and say there is nothing wrong with my car but the vibration is still there.

I have a 2005 Nissan Maxima se, and like all the other complaints, I'm having the same problems in the shifting from second to third gear, and a thump when putting it in reverse or drive. The thump is so hard, it makes the car shake.

The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Maxima. While driving approximately 35 to 40 mph on normal road conditions; the transmission slipped out of gear in an extreme forward motion. When pressure was applied to the brake pedal the front end on the vehicle began shaking excessively. The contact drove onto the emergency lane and after a few minutes he was able to continue driving; however, the failure continued to occur. An authorized dealer stated that the failure was caused by the front motor mount and that the transmission needed to be replaced. The contact had concerns of the safety risk involved. The failure mileage was 94,000 and the current mileage was 96,000.

The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Maxima se. She replaced the struts, axles and motor mounts on the vehicle. The mechanic stated that she should also have the transmission checked. The vehicle was taken to a different mechanic where a flush was performed. Afterward, the vehicle would shake and it would not accelerate normally. The manufacturer was notified; however, they stated that they would not be liable for the repairs. No repairs have been performed to correct the failure. The current and failure mileages were under 48,000.

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Maxima. While driving at any speed, the contact noticed that the vehicle would vibrate, violently jerk, and stall sporadically. The failure began two years ago and the dealer made seven attempts to duplicate the failure but to no avail. The manufacturer offered the contact $800 toward repairs yet the failure persisted. The current mileage was 108,696 and the failure mileage was 60,000.

I bought a 2004 Nissan Maxima about 6 months ago and the car has some defects that Nissan should be held responsible for. About a month after I bought the car I noticed a shaking in the steering when I stepped on the brakes or when I drive faster than 50mph. I took it into the dealership where I bought it from and they diagnosed that the rotors were slightly warped but that this wasn't necessarily a safety issue. Recently at 74,000 miles the cars transmission began to fail,slipping from first to second gear and from second to first gear. It jerks aggressively when it shifts and smells like burned rubber. I took it to be serviced for this and found that the transmission fluid was heavily contaminated and there was metallic residue in the transmission pan. The auto specialist determined that the inside of the transmission was burned and that eventually the car will stop working unless I get a new transmission installed. The dealership where I bought the car said that there isn't anything they can do for me and that it isn't there problem that the car I bought from them six months ago doesn't work. It is unfair that I am paying twice the amount of money of the car's worth. The retail value of the vehicle is $10,000 in good condition.

The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Maxima. While driving approximately 45 mph, the front end of the vehicle began to shake and jerk violently. The failure occurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on two different times for the identical failure. The technician informed that the transmission would need to be replaced. The failure continued and the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the transmission valve body was being replaced. The VIN was not available. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Maxima. When the contact shifts from first into second gear, the vehicle shakes. When attempting to shift into third gear, the rpm's increase and never fully shifts into third gear. When shifting from drive into park, the vehicle makes a thud sound. The current mileage was 91,350 and failure mileage was 20,000.

I am experiencing issues with my transmission slipping between 1st and 2nd gears, as well as going between reverse and drive. When the transmission slips there is a loud pop and the entire car shakes.

I have on 3 occasions had my car shut off on me either while driving or while parked. I have had many parts replaced on my car. Just recently, my car slipped gears and would not go above 25 mph. I figured it was the transmission and I was right. Nissan replaced my transmission ( a few days before my extended warranty expired). Then I noticed my alarm system did not work after I got the car back. Less than a week later, my gears slipped, the car started to shake and it shut off on me in the middle of the road and it could not be restarted. Luckily, nobody got hurt. This problem needs to be looked at and a recall should be issued.

My car jerks when it changes gears. It has 87000 miles on it. I checked online to get a idea of what it can be and saw that many other people are experiencing the exact same thing. It seems a recall is in order. Also I noticed that the car shakes and this has happened around 40000 miles. Also people had similar postings. There seems to be no real solution that will fix the car longer than one month. Please investigate.