10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
0 miles

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problem #6

Oct 022002

(reported on)

Maxima

  • miles
While driving the vehicle engine shut off. Wont start. Nlm

- Roanoke, AL, USA

problem #5

Sep 142000

Maxima

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
On going / intermittent problem with engine stalling, usually it occurs when accelerating from a stop postion or accelerating from a low speed. Vehicle been in / out of dealer shop on five occasions, and problem still reoccurring. Dealer replaced front timing covers, gaskets, intake manifold collector, coil packs, plugs, and performed throttle chamber service, now vehicle has an oil leak. Transmission failed and was replaced. Starter motor failed and was replaced.

- Patchogue, NY, USA

problem #4

Apr 252000

Maxima

  • miles
Consumer could leave vehicle without being used for a couple days. Then when trying to start engine, it will not start and makes noise.

- Jersey City, NJ, USA

problem #3

Jul 011998

Maxima

  • miles
Having a problem with the emissions system.it continually turns on, and the engine runs rough when light is on.this also affects the vehicle mpg and acceleration.

- Hallandale, FL, USA

problem #2

Oct 011998

Maxima

  • miles
Consumer experiencing ongoing intermittent problem with vehicle stalling out while driving. Whenever vehicle comes to a slow down or stop, vehicle would stall as consumer press down on the accelerator pedal. Vehicle been in dealer shop on two occasions. Dealer informed consumer they could not find anything.

- Compton, CA, USA

problem #1

Apr 161997

(reported on)

Maxima

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Engine failed, causing noise.

- Canoga Park, CA, USA