Nissan Maxima Complaints

6,958 consumer complaints on file.

#11582321April 11, 2024
ENGINE
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while accelerating from a stop, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart on the third attempt however the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine, the crankshaft, and the cylinder heads needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 7,500. The VIN was not available.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11580982April 3, 2024
STEERING
The steering wheel lock malfunctioned. The part is available for inspection. The car was parked on the street. It endangered others because it would not start and had to be towed. This issue was confirmed and reproduced by the dealer with diagnostics. There were no symptoms prior to this issue and the warning light only came on after the part malfunctioned.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11580655April 2, 2024
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Low beam headlights are extremely/dangerously low even if the lights are brand new. In my opinion it's extremely dangerous to drive with only my high beams on but thats the only way I can see at night theres no confidence in relying on my low beams.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11580518April 1, 2024
POWER TRAIN
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated and displayed symptoms relating to transmission failure. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed a failure with the CVT. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but did not assist. The failure mileage was 50,400.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11580536April 1, 2024
SUSPENSION
The contact owns a 2009 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, he heard an abnormal knocking sound emanating from the engine compartment. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the front-end mounting strut insulator. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 09V358000 (Suspension) but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was unknown.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11579677March 27, 2024
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
I see multiple issues online about people replacing alternators on multiple Nissan vehicles and I can only imagine the frustration that Nissan has not been ordered to address their IPDM issue. Dealers and repair shops continue to struggle with this diagnosis.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11578987March 22, 2024
AIR BAGS, SEATS
Code B1018 failing Occupant sensor in the passenger seat
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11578189March 19, 2024
SUSPENSION
Yes the tire sensor light is on and the suspension has gone out and I have been advised that it needs struts and sway bar links and that I can not drive it or it will cause a wreck/collision.. Nissan has a recall on Nissan maximas for suspension but said my model is not included and what is recalled on other maximas is exactly what’s wrong with mine! My car sounds like it’s about to fall apart.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11577956March 18, 2024
AIR BAGS
See attached document for complaint
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11577099March 13, 2024
STRUCTURE:BODY
Was getting into the car. As we closed the doors, we heard the sunroof shatter. the edges of the broken glass were pushed up as if the air pressure inside the car broke the glass. If the inside cover was open, we would have been showered in glass. The manufacturer inspected and replaced the glass.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11576830March 12, 2024
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
See attached document for complaint
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11576807March 12, 2024
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
See attached document for complaint
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11576099March 7, 2024
STRUCTURE:BODY, AIR BAGS
Rear passenger pillars between passenger doors and trunk plastic trim pieces have both broken off. The plastic clips are so flimsy they broke off.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11572774February 19, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Car randomly ahutting off while driving. No lights no warning justt dies. While caause accident when ot randomly die in the road.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11570830February 8, 2024
SUSPENSION:MULTIPLE AXLE, TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS, ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal sound coming from the front wheels. The stabili-trak and ABS warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the tire pressure warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed passenger’s side CV axle, cracked struts on the front driver's side and front passenger's side. In addition, the axle on the front driver's side would need to be replaced soon. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 260,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11570371February 6, 2024
SUSPENSION
Nissan has a extended warranty on rear lower control links and my car is under that warranty , but nissan usa requests that rear lower links be cracked or broken in order for a nissan dealer to change them , and my car is having misalignment on rear cause of the rear lower links you can give me a call to discuss this matter at [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11569764February 4, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
I’m havin transmission problems with the car it’s the 3rd transmission I had put in this an it has 70,000 miles an it’s the 3rd time paying out of pocket
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11569285February 1, 2024
POWER TRAIN
My transmission is bad.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11569305February 1, 2024
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, STRUCTURE:BODY
What happened today was the sunroof exploded while driving down the interstate. Loud gunshot sound! Lucky the viser was closed when it happened! I have an appointment next week due to dealership backed up but they said I can come by to get it patched until my appointment day. No Warning lights, messages, or anything happened before the incident occurred. Just glad no one was hurt and it didn’t cause me to have accident.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11565918January 17, 2024
STEERING, SERVICE BRAKES, SUSPENSION
Failure of multiple systems upon impact with a pothole causing the vehicle to light up brake warning light, traction control system warning light, and spin out with no steering capability, resulting in a total loss of the car, including the rear passenger tire and wheel to sheer off, snapped the tie rod, ripped off the rear bumper, and bent the vehicle rims. I suffered a closed head injury and whiplash, as well as soft tissue damage to right shoulder and knee. Airbags did deploy.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0

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