10.0
really awful- Crashes / Fires:
- 0 / 1
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 40,175 miles
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2000 Nissan Maxima problems with the ignition coils. Consumer states that check engine soon light illuminated and the mechanic ended up replacing 6 ignition coils. Consumer would like reimbursement for the repair work done on the vehicle.
- Tinton Falls, NJ, USA
The contact owns a 2000 Nissan Maxima. While driving approximately 35 mph, the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. The contact immediately took the vehicle to a local mechanic and was informed that the ignition coils failed. The vehicle was repaired at the contact's expense and was informed that many other Nissan owner's were experiencing the same failure for that year, make, and model. Nissan was unable to provide assistance because the repairs had been made by a local mechanic. The failure mileage was 39,131 and current mileage is 39,400. Updated 6/2/08 updated 06/02/08
- Tintonfalls, NJ, USA
Regarding California emissions law- all 6 ignition coils replaced at 51,000 and air flow meter also having to be replaced. Car would not run and kept dying until Nissan replaced parts.
- Fresno, CA, USA
Misfiring stalling. Check eng lt came on required all new coils at 45,000 miles. Then oxygen sensor, dealer said" you don't come here for oil changes so you are not a loyal customer" and charged over $1,100 no help at all considering how many people have been affected. This is our second and last Nissan.
- Tracy, CA, USA
Vehicle started running very rough and had eng knock. Brought into a service department and was informed that #2 ignition coil had gone bad. The car was a danger to myself and other drivers due to the fact that it would stall and was very sluggish. I recommend that nissian recall this part due to the dangerous nature. After looking up the problem on different forums there are many many others with this exact problem. I have since replaced the bad ignition coil but it seems to be only temporary as many others can contest that one by one all the ignition coils will keep going bad.
- Spanaway, WA, USA
The contact owns a 2000 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that the vehicle shook and made a grumbling noise when started. In addition, the check engine light illuminated. The dealer stated that three of the ignition coils needed to be replaced. The dealer refused to make the repairs unless they were paid for by the contact. The current mileage was 75,000 and failure mileage was 70,000.
- Highland, IN, USA
Ignition coils bad on my '00 Nissan Maxima. According to the dealer, this is a nagging issue with the ignition coils in this model of car.
- Upland, CA, USA
Check engine light on. I had the vehicle checked said they could not tell which coil is bad so all 6 has to be replaced. This is sad we have to pay to fix parts that might not be broken just because Nissan wants to make extra money I guess or they would have made it so you will know exactly which coil is bad! I think there should be a recall and Nissan should fix this part seeing has they know there is a problem with it. Unless of course Nissan doesn't stand by there vehicles!!!
- Warwick, RI, USA
Engine runs rough during cold weather (<50 degrees) and trips the code for engine misfire. The code does not always tell which cylinder has the misfire. Engine coils determined to be the problem, but replacement only delays another misfiring for a while. I like the car but doubt I'll ever buy another Nissan because of this issue.
- Huntsville, AL, USA
2000 Nissan Maxima ignition coils failure.
- Lincoln, RI, USA
The contact owns a 2000 Nissan Maxima. The contact claimed to have an ignition coil failure, engine ping, and a decrease in power when accelerating. The contact replaced the ignition coil twice within three months, and could provide repair invoices if needed. The failure mileage was 75200. Consumer states that dealer will not provide copy of diagnostic and C-rt stating only for internal use. Update/23/07tr
- San Jose, CA, USA
My check engine light is on - and the car is running poorly. There is an issue with it jerking intermittently while driving. I have been told by the repair shop that there is a technical service bulletin on this car for bad engine coils and harnesses. Total cost to repair is between $3,000-4,000. If a manufacturer knows there is a problem with a car it produces, it should have a recall and repair the cars affected.
- Falls Church, VA, USA
With only 50,000 miles on my Maxima, the check engine light came on. After bringing it to nappoli Nissan in milford, I was told that the several of the coils were bad and they recommended replacing all six ($1191.82). After looking on line I found that numerous complaints were posted. I call Nissan and they told me because there was no recall and the warranty was up at 36000 miles they could not help. Nissan has change the part, obviously because of a design flaw and I feel they should be liable for the repair!
- Milford, CT, USA
Ignition coil needs to be replaced.
- Winchester, KY, USA
I am a 2000 Nissan Maxima owner and have had the ignition coils misfire that the dealer wants to $850 to replace. I feel that this repair should be covered by Nissan in the form of a manufacturers recall due to the fact that many other Maxima owners have experienced the same problems and that there is evidence that the original ignition coils are defective. 1) this issue is very common with Maximas and they perform many ignition coil repair/replacements. 2) I have seen on the internet service advisors suggesting to replace all the coils even if only one of them is malfunctioning because they say, "the coils are defective and will all fail eventually". 3)there is a recall petition on the internet with about 2200+ people all having the same problem I understand that Nissan has since issued a new part and part number for all ignition coil replacements, which suggests that the original coils are, in fact, defective. To maintain brand integrity and loyalty, I respectfully submit my complaint and request for a manufacturer's recall. Sincerely, [xxx]. information redacted pursuant to the Freedom Of Information Act (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6).
- San Jose, CA, USA
: the contact stated while driving 50 mph, the vehicle hesitated. An independent mechanic determined that the ignition coils failed.
- Fall River, MA, USA
2000 Maxima 55000 miles, service engine soon light came on. Took to dealer was told it needed an ignition coil. They said they cant determine which coil is bad, so all six must be replaced. Total cost. $850.58. I work for a Ford dealership, we replace only defective coils, the diagnostic computer tells the mechanic which coil is causing the code. There is an online petition against Nissan for the coil problem, so far 2642 people have signed. Cant this be made a recall and the people who were swindled to pay get the money reimbursed. Ford has done it before. A few years ago the distributor modules were a big problem, lots of people were paid back for money spent. Hopefully something can be done about this.
- Attleboro, MA, USA
Defective ignition coils in many/most 2000-2003 Nissan Maxima's (mine included) is not being reconciled in good faith by Nissan. Nissan has been aware of this issue for many years -(cars sputter and fail to accelerate creating high-risk situations) but will not assist with cost to repair or replace defective parts (ignition coils). Repair work typically costs owners $600-900. I purchased as a "certified" used car but apparently that meant nothing for this specific problem. A petition for a recall per this issue is at the following web address: www.petitiononline.com/mod_perl/signed.cgi?nis_ign.
- Cedar Rapids, IA, USA
At 45K miles, I had to replace all six ignition coils in my 2000 Nissan Maxima. I also had to replace a single coil approximately 2 years while the car was under warranty. The car was idling rough this time.
- Hoboken, NJ, USA
- Hillsborough, NC, USA