10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
27,171 miles

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problem #7

Mar 012018

Maxima 6-cyl

  • 68,000 miles
[xxx] power steering system tires fuel pump air bags battery everything has been falling apart since 2018, it's been fixed and couple months later, the same problem comes up. Every mechanic that touches this car, said the same thing to check up the recall status. Because there are too many issues with it, and the mileage is low. So there is a faulty parts, that keep braking down in the middle of the road, and I have been calling roadside assistance at least 4 times since December. Brand new tires and brakes were installed and still having the same problems. Information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).

- Chicago, IL, USA

problem #6

Aug 202010

Maxima

  • 67,000 miles
The contact owns a 2002 Nissan Maxima equipped with Bridgestone turanza tires, line size P215/55/R17. The contact stated that there were cracks in the sidewall of all four tires. The tire manufacturer was not notified. The tires were not replaced.the VIN was not available. The failure mileage was approximately 67,000 and the current mileage was approximately 68,000.

- Willow Street, PA, USA

problem #5

Aug 152004

Maxima

  • Automatic transmission
  • 36,000 miles
I have a three year lease. Two years into the lease I have had to replace all four tires and now the brakes. The rear brakes froze up. The capliers, rotors, and pabs need to be replaced on the rear and the rotors on the front. I have never had to do this with a car before.

- Chagrin Falls, OH, USA

problem #4

Mar 152003

Maxima

  • Automatic transmission
  • 19,200 miles
This max had the transverse link recall performed in 9/02. At this time, the left axle was not properly placed back in the transmission. We took the car back several times and they kept blowing us off. Finally, my wife was driving the car in the mobile tunnel and the trans went out along with the steering and suspension. Nissan repaired the vehicle but it still drives like a piece of junk. These guys are ridiculous and need to be dealt with seriously. I have since filed suit but would appreciate any help.

- Brandon, MS, USA

problem #3

Feb 222002

Maxima

  • miles
I drive a 2002 Nissan Maxima with brigdgestone patenza tires on it. Sunday, February 22, 2004, during light rain at approximatly 45 mph, the car hydroplaned accross 2 lanes of the 5 freeway in southern California. I had not even hit the brakes. The car just slid accorss the lanes. I contacted Nissan but they were no help. I am replacing the tires, but think others should be aware of this hazard.

- Lake Forest, CA, USA

problem #2

Jan 272004

Maxima

  • miles
Complain regarding Bridgestone potenza tires; standard oem equipment on 2002 Nissan Maxima gle. This tire does not provide an adequate level of traction in any weather condition. Extremely unsafe for winter driving. This tire is unsafe for both the operator of the vehicle and any one else on the road.

- Saginaw, MI, USA

problem #1

Jul 202002

(reported on)

Maxima

  • miles
Two of these tires on the driver side of the car, leaked out the air, they had less than 5,000 miles on them.

- Holliswood, NY, USA