Nissan Maxima Reviews

Dependable vehicle. 2006 Nissan Maxima. Smooth ride, comfortable and affords leg room. Transmission issue at 100,000 miles and had to replace. Paint - fades. Repairing is expensive even if you do it yourself. Parts are not cheap. Plenty of room in the trunk. Premium sound system. Love Nissans. Plan on buying another one (2015) within the next six months. Take care of the car and it will take care of you.

On November 1 I dropped my daughter to school and came back home with my car. As I was getting ready to go to work the work would not bulge. It was dead. I thought it was the battery so I went to Auto Zone to get for both keys but that was not the issue. I called a friend who works for Nissan and he told me it might be the Escl malfunction. I YouTubed and Googled the issue and sure enough there is such a problem but it's not supposed to happen to my model not 2010. According to Nissan, written on their website that it was fixed and the warranty is only extended to 09 model.

My 2006 Nissan Maxima started slipping gears at about 80,000 miles, just about after the manufacture warranties were up. This make the 2nd Nissan Maxima I have owned and the 2nd transmission problem I I have had. I waited 10 years to buy another Nissan after my first experience with Maxima transmission problems, thinking "surely they have figured out how to make better transmissions..." Boy was I wrong! My first Maxima cost me almost $4000 to repair back in 2000. NOW I'm told this transmission will cost about $3500 to repair (needing a complete rebuild).

Purchased a 2013 Nissan Maxima. Hit 70,000 & the CVT transmission is bad. I've had the car for less than 1 year. Contacted Nissan & was advised that it was nothing they could do being that I just had passed the 70,000 warranty. I'm pissed & will never do business with this company. It's definitely not fair that the consumer has to pay for the company false standards. The car was poorly made with this terrible transmission that Nissan knows is bad but continues to put in their cars.

I bought a beautiful "looking" 2010 Maxima with less than 18,000 miles on it after looking for several weeks for used car. I have had no less than 5 catastrophic failures with the vehicle. Good luck buying an extended warranty on a vehicle if you spend 1300.00 every 5 months repairing it. Power steering went, won't pass Wisconsin emissions without problems and sensors galore. You will get stuck somewhere and require a tow when push start fails without warning... and though Nissan is aware of it, they will not help you. I could go on, but just read the rest of reviews and steer clear of Nissan.

Never again will buy a Nissan. Their cars suck and they dealerships suck. Money pit. Everything started to fall apart at 62000 miles. Go figure.

I have a 2012 Maxima with 67,000 miles and the CVT just went on it. The "service engine soon" light came on, I continued to drive the car for a day, then loud, high-pitched, sounds started coming from the car. I tried to take it 2 miles to a service station the next morning to get the sounds, and warning light diagnosed and halfway there the car went into "limp mode." I pulled off to the side of the road, put my hazard flashers on, and at 2 mph crawled into the service station.

I repaired autos for 20 years. I had over 30 car in my life! And this 07 Nissan Maxima is the worst vehicle I've ever had. The cvt transmission is slipping noisy garbage, the front floor pans are rotten? The rear abs sensors short out and burn up traction control module. $$. The rear brake calipers seized up and burned off the brakes. The ac clutch grinding when turned on. The blower motor makes horrible noise when it feels like it? This car in the snow will not go over 20mph, will not stop or steer. 20.000$ car and no one wants this p.o.s. Never again. Sad example for a car maker.

Let's first be clear that when I say this it will hit the fan!!! I work for a Dodge dealership and found out on this past Saturday how Nissan got over on great loyalty customers!!! I own a 2009 Nissan Maxima S with 95K!! On last week my vehicle would not start. It had two lights on the dash a red security light and a yellow key light that mean something was wrong with the steering lock system!! I google my car, but to my surprise many others were having the same problem with their 2009-2010 Nissan Maxima and Altima!!! Then found out that Nissan had put a 6 year unlimited warranty mileage on this part which is the steering lock module!!! Of course my car was out of the warranty!!!

Just got to a accident last week. As I was driving into my parking space at my complex halfway into my parking space my car just took off on me AND accelerated and I could not react quick ENOUGH to do. Over $5000 in damage. Lucky for me I didn't hurt or crash into anyone. Can someone help me and direct me to what should I do next. THANK YOU.

I purchased a 2013 Nissan Maxima in April 2015. It's now December 2015 and my transmission is bad in the vehicle and needs to be rebuilt. I only have about 70,000 miles on the odometer and of course my warranty on the vehicle is no longer valid. This is really frustrating because this is a new vehicle which I haven't got to use for a whole year yet. Nissan service department has quoted me $5,000 to repair the transmission. I'll be better off putting the $5000 down on a new more reliable car brand. Please be careful when buying a Nissan. You'll end up in more debt and won't get the opportunity to enjoy the vehicle because you will stay having to take it to the shop for different repairs. This was my first and last Nissan.

I own a beautiful dark blue 2005 Nissan Maxima. But it is the pits, a lemon. Transmission was replaced and it went bad just after the warranty went out. Now I am broke down. Merry Christmas Nissan!!!

I replaced my transmission in my 2004 Nissan Maxima at the Nissan dealership. Two years later the transmission is acting up. I went to the store and got back in my car, put it in drive and the car wouldn't move so I gave it a little gas and it still wouldn't move. Then I cut the car off for 15 mins then put the car in gear then it made a thump noise like it was hung up. So what do I need to do I am feed up. Transmission are not cheap. I love the car because I needs to work but scared to drive the car. It might put me down somewhere.

Nissan Maxima 2006 - I would like to mention that I just want the car fixed at this time at no cost to me. The history of the car I mentioned on the initial call, parts have been replaced since 10/26/2015 and I yet to know if it has corrected the initial problem which is car turning off while I am driving. The tcs, slip and check engine lights up, which Scott at service witness and even drove the car. Many parts have been replaced but yet the car turned off again.

Time to file a lawsuit. We bought a 2010 Nissan and just finished paying it off. However, the paint on the hood and roof are shot. Even people at the dealership agreed they had never seen anything as bad as this. We took all the steps, opened a case, had pictures taken at the dealership, waited patiently, and was very confident that Nissan would do the right thing and get this taken care of. After all, we read that this was a common complaint and Nissan did fix the problem with others. We just heard back. Nissan will not do anything. Not only have they lost a customer, I will make sure that pictures and reviews are posted everywhere with warnings to never buy a Nissan because they do not consistently stand behind their product.

I purchased a 2007 Nissan Maxima new in March of 2007. Every 3 months the cars has had an oil change and any work done that was recommended by service dept. I wash the car weekly and wax and hand wax monthly. All this so called stainless steel trim (which I learned is just plastic that is covered with stainless steel looking tape) has came off. The headliner in the rear of the car is starting to fall down. It appears that Nissan was too cheap to use an inch more or material to tuck it under before they glued it to headliner board.

I purchased a 2007 Nissan Maxima in 2007. Since then, I have had to replace/repair the following: catalytic converter, power steering pump, high pressure power steering hoses, motor mounts, both drivers side and passenger side sun visors, passenger side side view mirror, new battery every two years, hydraulic trunk struts. I drive extremely conservatively, have not been in a wreck, do regular and scheduled maintenance. I know of no other person who owns a car of any make, model or year that has had as many high dollar repair/replacements as I have had with this car. I will never buy Nissan again.

I am experiencing the same problem with my 2005 Nissan Maxima. Bought this car in 2011 with 43,000 miles. This issue happened back in March 2015 when it began jerking hard almost came to a closed call when engine rev at 2,000rpms. Took to a mechanic he said that my transmission is gone. Tried fixing but the repair was very expensive. A buddy of mine did add new parts on making it work again but there was problem this time much worst. This time my car is jerking violently into 2nd and 3rd gear even just replaced motor mounts. I've had trouble with engine burning 2 quarts of oil plus catalytic converter needs to be fixed. My car is nice looking but think that wouldn't consider another Nissan after this problem car sound like has diesel after taking off. I think Nissan should have recalled these cars. Now I'm losing a lot of money in minimal repairs. Even transmission is dangerous after car begins in jerking very violently. Thinking trading off on a much more reliable brand. YOU LOST NISSAN!!!

In 2006 bought 2004 Nissan Maxima. Tranny begin jerking 5 years after purchase! Had valve body replaced. 2 years later jerking comes back and stuck in 4th gear! What a piece of junk! Going back to American Cars!!

Me and my wife purchased a Nissan Maxima 2005 about a year ago from a dealer. Transmission is giving us problems. It's jerking. I also heard a lot of complaints about the transmissions in the Nissan.

I purchased a 2008 Nissan Max 5 years ago at 32,000 miles. This year my car reached 119,000 miles and my troubles began. Local Nissan Dealer replaced a part in the tranny, but three months later the car only goes into drive with the ac off. I can press the accelerator to the floor and it won't go so when I turn the air off it then goes into gear. Nissan claims all test are clear and they cannot duplicate problem. So, what's confusing is that it happens seldomly. Any ideas would be helpful!

I didn't even have my car for a year yet and my check engine light came on then came off then came on and then came off. The dealer said nothing is wrong then my transmission starting slipping, shifting, hard slamming into gear and they say it will cost $3000 to fix. I'm about to have my first child and need my car to be fixed. I live in Connecticut where it is about to be winter soon and we get very bad snow storms and prices, taxes are unbelievable high. I need help. This isn't fair. Nissan should have fixed my car. For now it's just in the back sitting there. God where are you!!!!!!

I'm only 20. I have an 04 Maxima and I feel like my damn transmission is about to fall. When I'm slowing down it kicks, so disgusting. Never again will I buy a Nissan car. Ima stick to Chevy.

I have a Nissan Maxima 2005. This car only have 41590 miles. Few month ago start having shifting problem. Went to Nissan dealer and they told me that the problem were the engine support. I change the engine support but the problem continue the same (spent over $400.00). Now I have to deal with the transmission solenoid to see if that solve the problem (provably another don't know how many hundred). I took a look at Nissan extended warranty and they did extend it to 10 years or 120,000 miles meaning they recognize there is transmission problem but the surprise was that 2005 to 2007 Maxima are not included in this warranty. Don't know why because the 10 years are inside that period of extension. It may be that there are too many Maxima with the same problem? If someone have any idea let me know.

Since we purchased this car about 6 months ago the electrical system has had some kind of short where it causes all of the lights to turn on and the seat heaters turn on as well and in no time at all the battery was dead. There is some strange clicking noise under the hood and the only way to stop it is to disconnect the battery. After 2 trips to the dealer we still don't have an answer.

The day after I purchased the car, the engine light came on and so I took it back to the dealer who sent it to a Nissan dealership in which I was told that 3 different codes showed up and they would take care of it. Come to find out they only took care of one of the codes and the car was returned a week later and later that night the engine service light came back on so I returned it back to the dealer and of course the car failed inspection.

My 02 Maxima has been my favorite car I've ever bought. As soon as I drove it off the lot within 2 months my exhaust was rotted so bad it fell off the car. Now my car is taking hard left's by itself. I replaced all brakes rotors control arms and inner and outer tie rods. Still did nothing. Now my trans is starting to slip. It will rev up to almost 4,000 before shifting. I know it's going to go any day and I don't have the money to fix it. I was using my brother in law's car a few weeks back, here's this story.

I have owned several Nissans for many years now. Right now I am having my worst experience especially since I am being told I have to replace my transmission. I have already replaced several other parts in my car in the last three months, and I am very frustrated and think Nissan should definitely do something and stand up to the consumer since I have researched and found many of the Nissan cars all seem to have transmission problems plus other issues. I also do not understand why there are class action suits for Nissan but find nothing for the Nissan Maxima 2005 model even though it seems like everyone is having these transmission problems and this is also not the only year that is having these same problems. So even if you fix the transmission the car is worth **. Owners of the Maxima models should be all be given a buyback problem for any of us that still have a financial burden.

It all started a year and half into owning my 2011 Nissan Maxima. First issue was the engine mount, which cracked and eventually broke. I was told by the Nissan dealership in which I purchased the car from that that particular mount was not covered by my 60K/60 month warranty and that it would cost $1,000.00+ to repair due to labor. Then, within that same year and a half, the battery went completely dead and needed to be replaced, luckily, my warranty reimbursed me for that. Then, in the 3rd year, the battery went dead AGAIN and needed to be replaced along with the battery cables since they were corroded.

The transmission is no good after only 113,000 miles and timing chain ticking after the company knows its faulty parts.

Ok so August of 2014 I had my 2007 Nissan Maxima CVT replaced. October the inner axle seals blew out. Had them replaced. December car was hesitating to go into reverse. February same issue with reverse. April same thing. May there's a whining noise. July 1st 2015 the dealer takes up on highway. The CVT is failing. They tell me they're not doing anything about it that I need to come up with $6,000.00 to fix??? 27,000 miles and it is shot. Makes no sense. The car has a known issue from time put in to now with a good paper trail. I would think it's time to contact the BBB and a lawyer. Bought car last year. 53 times taken to dealer for anti freeze leak, nothing. Still losing anti freeze. Both head gaskets replaced. Any help would be great.

My parents bought a brand new Nissan Maxima in 2005. This was their third Nissan. In 2007, they started experiencing jerking and delayed acceleration. Nissan said it was not the transmission but something else causing the problem. They waited until 2013 to agree with what we had already said to them. Nissan has gotten thousands of complaints and chose to ignore them.

My 2008 Maxima has been problem free and I was just singing the praises of a maintenance free vehicle. A few weeks ago my car wouldn't move after sitting at a drive through window. The car eventually moved and had no other problems that I could tell while driving. Last week the car did the same thing. Took it to a repair shop who said I had an issue with the transmission. Decided to do a little internet searching (hoping to find a cheaper problem with the same symptoms) and ran into a PSA from Nissan - they extended the warranty on the CVT to 10 years/120,000 miles. I never got this notice and was hesitant to try the dealer as I had not done maintenance at scheduled intervals nor dealt with this particular dealer.

2011 Nissan maxima sv - Well my transmission just went out today, Saturday. It first started to act funny Sunday. I didn't drive it at all cause I knew it was going to be a issue and this happened out of nowhere. I have 76,000 miles on my Maxima so of course it's out of warranty. Nissan found all metal parts in pan when they took it down. I even had it serviced last year for preventive maintenance so I could avoid any issues.

I purchased my Maxima back in 2007. It had 30k on the odometer not even hurt. This was my dream vehicle, I was instantly in love. I still love my vehicle had it serviced as required but I too feel cheated my vehicle started to slip, but they told me at Nissan Headquarters that it wasn't the transmission until after the warranty ran out. Now the transmission is slipping so bad it will almost throw you through the windshield. The price is 3542.00 to replace it. I Love my vehicle so I want it repaired. Is this fair? No, when Nissan knows they have a transmission problem in THE MAXIMAs so be careful on your purchases.

Purchased used @ 86k, promptly fell in love with this car's ride, handling performance, etc. Then the trans starting slipping climbing slight inclines, light bumps. Next few months the delay from PARK to DRIVE/REVERSE increased; if you weren't aware of the disengagement, would cause the car to lurch/squeal tires intermittently. The dealer misdiagnosed, and/or refused to acknowledge the known issues/TSB's, and screwed my aftermarket warranty company for thousands (us the deductibles), as they said it was a cam sensor and needed a trans flush. Condition continues... becoming more unsafe. Done the research, see the impending class action... have a case open with Nissan America. What now?

I purchased this 2006 Nissan Maxima brand new and like many complaints here, I can totally relate to the transmission problems (hard jerking, slipping, hesitation). My car started this problem after reaching 70,000 mile mark. I had the transmission serviced but the problem is still present. The car was not abused and was just a daily work commute vehicle. In addition, the paint started to fade on the hood & roof of the car which was washed & waxed regularly. Now I am stuck with a car that costs more to fix than the car is worth.

So this all started last summer, I noticed that my exhaust was smoking when I would turn on the car, mind you I am only at 70,000ish miles at this point and have my car routinely maintained. Anyway back to the story, so I make sure to tell the mechanics that my car is smoking only when it is turned on and then it quits, my car is also experiencing a ticking noise coming from the transmission. Every time I am told that they do not see any issues, but the problem continues. I tried putting in a cleaner into the gas tank which was recommended to me as a way to cure this problem, irritatingly no relief.

Purchased an 04 maxima in Feb. 07. Took vehicle in for checkup and I got claims history report. Found that the sky roof had been repaired in Nov. 06 under warranty. About 4 years later I noticed rust around the roof in three spots. Call 1-800-nissan1 told them about the roof work that was done under warranty and the rust issue that I was having. They told me it's been long expired on the warranty which I knew, but I told them the bad repair work that was done is what's causing the rust. They may as well told me "yeah yeah, now who's next in line." That was my second Maxima and my last Nissan. They don't care once you're out the door. No Nissan, never again.

I purchased my 2000 Maxima SE in 1999 and have owned it since then. I love this car, but began to notice rust in the trunk (where the spare tire is kept) in 2009. The rust began to creep to the rocker panels on both sides of the car. Last year, I spent approximately $1000 on replacing muffler, tail pipes, and a bad coil in one cylinder. When I had it inspected this past February, I was told it would not pass inspection next year due to the bad rust found under the trunk. Only 114K miles on the odometer. I really have had few problems with this car, only the replacement of the catalytic converter about 10 year ago. I was thinking of buying another Maxima sometime this year, which by the way, I really can't afford to do, on Social Security which doesn't go far enough for a car payment. After reading all the complaints posted here, I am now reconsidering that thought.

Well I bought an 05 Nissan Maxima from a preowned company and I have had the car for 16 days. And this morning I was taking my car to the mechanics to get a full body inspection because my service engine light came on. So I drove the car fine to the mechanics. So I parked, cut the car off, got out, went in to talk to the mechanics but was told to bring the car back monday. So I got back in my car, started the car, put in reverse then put it back in drive and noticed it would not accelerate for a few seconds. I just thought it me but then I got home and told my daughter to drive the car around the corner and she noticed the same thing the acceleration. And I have been reading the reviews about Nissan Maxima and I got to say, if I had known these problems about these vehicles I would have never purchase it. Hopefully when I take it to the mechanics on monday it will not be anything too serious or expensive because I do not have money to repair anything expensive.

2014 Nissan Maxima 4 doors 6 cylinders - Had a car accident and my seatbelt didn't restraint at chest. It only locked at the hips. Anyone else with the same problem? As of this date there is no recalls concerning this malfunction. Contacted Nissan Head Office and was told that they are not required to advise consumer about possible problems regarding this matter.

In 2014 October, I purchase a 2005 Nissan Maxima. It was driving okay for the test drive. Then November, problems start to happen. Power steering start to leak. Took it back to dealer. They replace the part, and didn't charge me. Now, the transmission is not changing gears on time. Took it for a check up. Found out the transmission mounts need to be replace. Front, rear, and right side. Had the front replace, and the shop put after market part. I wanted them to put a new Nissan parts. I was hoping the front mount will fix the problem. Now I can feel, the rear mount need to be replace also. I took it back to the shop. I ask them why they didn't put official Nissan mount. He said, I never told him. I feel the worker should told me first. Official part just cost $40 more. Now the work told me, for him to put the official part. I will have to pay for the part, and the labor.

I purchased my 2005 Nissan Maxima five years ago from Birmingham dealership, with 12,000 miles. My chrome trim is completely faded on one side. My transmission is jerking...it won't go into gear, and revving up. I was almost stranded at work during the winter weather. Nissan knew about this problem and did nothing. There's too many complaints about the same issues.

My transmission went bad at 90000 miles, it started to jerk. I'm not that good writing in English but I hear a lot of people having the same problem with Nissan transmissions. My at this moment is no good, it shift really hard.

I have a 2002 Nissan Maxima SE and had the transmission replaced 3 yrs. ago. The real problem is the power steering fixture leaks real bad. It has leaked inside on my carpet on the passenger side. And the sunroof opens on its own. And I know another young lady with the same car and the same problems... I would like to know if this is a defect on this year 2002 Maxima?

Purchased pre-owned 06/2009 21k miles on it. 03/2013 (40k miles) I noticed a green dye around low pressure/return line hose (crimp joining the rubber to aluminum). I had it replaced and recharged. 04/2013 (40.5k miles) The condenser fan motor went out and replaced electric fan assy. 01/2014 (50k miles) LF wheel bearing failure and had replaced. 02/2015 (56.5k miles) LR wheel bearing failure and had replaced.

I bought this car about 3 years ago. I bought it at a general auction and one week later, I had problems with the transmission. I paid 3500 to fix the transmission and now three years later... guess what? I'm having transmission problems again and now they are saying it is going to cost me another 3500 to fix it. Faulty valve body. It is ridiculous.

2004 Nissan Maxima - Bought car new. Within 2 years (30k miles) car would just cut off and leave me stranded on side of road. Brought to dealer 3x before they replaced the computer. Headliner started falling the next year. Engine sensors and rear ignition coils went around 100,000 miles. As did the rear bearings and control bars. Transmission started to shift hard at 125,000 miles. Noticed my floorboards were rotted out at this junction. Changed transmission fluid 2x since. Has 157,000 miles now but still driving. Transmission shifting harder and slipping.

My 2004 Nissan maxima has about 140k miles on it. I just replaced the timing chain tensioner, speed sensor, fuel sensor and now the rpm's area running up, causing the car to jerk. I am so disappointed with it. It's a beautiful car but I'm so tired of all of the problems. Not to mention the service engine light popped on and no one can figure out why?

I got my 2007 Maxima brand new and loved it! Now it is Jan 2014 and on Jan 23, 2014 I barely made it home from the shop where I had wheel bearings and brake pads done. Transmission was slipping. Carried it to a shop nearby the next day which was a Saturday. They called me on Monday, January 26, 2014 and told me they thought it was the body valve as Nissan was known to have problems with it.

I have under 63000 miles on this car. In 2013 the air conditioner went out which was costly. On January 30, 2015 I came home and went into the garage and I could not put my transmission in park. It would only shift from drive to neutral but that was it. I could not even take my keys out of the ignition. After seeing all the complaints, I have a horrible feeling about what this will cost to fix. I will never purchase another Nissan vehicle ever again. I only drive 3000 miles a year. I thought this would be my last car. What a racket they have. A car that costs $30,000 should last at least 100,000 miles before having problems!

2005 Nissan Maxima Recommended Service not needed poorly manufactured. Replaced: ABS brake sensors 50k-$400 failed again at 92K est $1200. Fuel ratio sensor 44K@ $548 Drive belt 48k and 63k. Trans srvc @ 52k and 63k. Timing chain failed 70k Rear rotors/pads at 76k and 92k. Headlight bulb $225. Have all receipts.

I purchased my 07 Maxima new in June of 2007 from a dealership in the Tampa area. I have had nothing but trouble with this vehicle since the early days when it was under warranty. It started with the fuel pump at 7k miles and progressed from there. The AC compressor locked up on the interstate and took out the belt which also spun the alternator so I was forced to park the car and have it towed to the closest dealership. It turned out that I had 9 days left of the 36 month part of the warranty which was a blessing because the entire AC system had to be replaced. The dealer had my car for 3.5 months because there were no compressors available in the US.

FAILED TRANSMISSION: My experience is like everyone else on here - no help from Nissan. They do have an extended warranty that they claim they made everyone aware of, not so in my case. They extended the warranty to 10 years or 120,000 miles, whichever comes first. I'm just outside of that mileage and my car is a 2007 Maxima and they will not offer any help to me. Look up the warranty online and MAKE NISSAN PAY. You have until Feb 2017. Go online or to Nissan's site and look it up. Call and give them your info and get them to take accountability for this huge mess they have caused so many people. I love my car but I will NOT buy another Nissan. Been driving them since 1989. What a shame that they don't care. Losing business doesn't matter if they are still making money.

3 weeks after purchasing my '06 Maxima, my transmission started to slip so I took it back to the dealer and they offered to fix it and give me a rental to drive. Well 3 months and 2 transmissions later, I get my car back only to find out it was the harness wiring that needed rewired. Now it shifts perfectly. So if you're having transmission issues, have your harness checked before you spend the money on a transmission.

I have a 2007 Nissan Maxima. I have kept up with all my maintenance. While getting the control arms replaced the mechanic informed my that my floorboards are almost completely rotted through. With some investigation I have found that this is a common problem for all nissans. I also have a blinking airbag light that flashes. I was informed that it is a broken clock spring. Quoted $2000 to fix floorboards and $450 to fix/ replace clock spring. Definitely my last nissan.

I purchased my 2005 Maxima in 2004. I started having transmission problems in 2007. I took it into Nissan in Columbus, OH and they told me I needed a new transmission... at the cost of $3500 for a new one or a rebuild one for $1800. It's unsafe to drive, it jerks really hard, sometimes it takes off slow and it'll pick up speed. Every time I get behind the wheel of my car I pray that I have a safe drive to and from my destination. Please help!!!

2005 Maxima SE - I bought the car with 103,000 miles on it. Drove it for two days, check engine light came on. Needed a Catalytic converter. Luckily the car lot paid for that. Two weeks later, alternator goes bad and kills battery. I replaced those out my pocket. Now the car is just acting weird, brake lights in the back stayed on for two days, had to unhook battery. Now its have electrical issues. Top it all off, I haven't even made the first payment!!!

I purchased a 2004 Nissan Maxima with 90,000 miles in 2012 from a used car dealer. About a year into driving this car I started having transmission issues. Currently my car is sitting in my backyard needing a new transmission. I can’t even drive.

Bought a 2005 maxima new. Bought all the bells and whistles and paid over $30000 for it. The transmission started having trouble around 50000 miles and still under warranty. I took it back to the dealership and they patched it up long enough till the warranty ran out. The warranty expired and they keep telling me that they hadn't had any complaints from anyone but me. I went on the Internet and found that there was many complaints about the transmission on the maxima. They agreed to split the cost on a new transmission (my out of pocket was nearly $2000). They assured me it wouldn't be the defected transmissions that was installed from the factory, but a new improved one.

Ever since I purchased my Nissan I've had nothing but problems with my transmission. The dealer so called fixed the trans and they stated they replaced it with a used one. My transmission still jerks when going into 2nd and 3rd gear. It is getting worse. My RPM will raise and drop dramatically before jerking back into gear. I hate this vehicle. I would never recommend the Nissan Maxima.

Hello, I've brought 3 Nissan cars. My first one was a Nissan Altima 1998 and I traded that because the car would smoke up as soon as I start the car. Then, I purchased a 2004 Nissan Altima and that one ended up doing the same that the 1998 did. So, I traded that car for a 2005 Nissan max and I never thought I would be so dissatisfied. They are luxury cars on the outside, but that's about it. I have to get a new engine because the timing chain is completely gone, and the car has been cutting off me sometimes while waiting at the stop light. I found a mechanic that will be able to help with all the issues with my car. I'm not putting Nissan down because I truly love Nissan Maxima. They are really nice and I would love to buy another one, but it's just so many problems with the mechanical issues down the road and I cannot afford it. To everyone out there just beware of what you are buying no matter what it is.

I have a 2008 Nissan Maxima. In January of 2014 I had to have a shift sensor replaced for about $900.00. In June 2014 it started shifting rough, but the shop I went to could not identify the problem. I returned there several times and they finally got it to do for them what I feeling when it shifted. I am having to have the transmission rebuilt and replace the case half as bearings in it are worn. This will be over $3000.00! The car has only 103,000 miles on it. I have a 1997 Toyota Camry that has never had transmission work done. The mechanic told me that most manufactures changed to a lighter weight metal in the transmissions to help with fuel economy about 10 years ago. The lighter parts just wear out quicker.

I purchase a 2005 Nissan Maxima a year ago. After having it 2-3 mos., had transmission problem, it was covered under warranty. After 2-3 wks., the car wasn't driving right. I took it back telling them it wasn't driving right and jerking. They said, “It’s ok. Nothing wrong with it.” This year the air went out. Took it to Nissan dealer. They said, “It’s the compressor.” They cause there selves fixing it. After 3 wks., the air went out again. Back to the dealership they said, “Its a clamp that was spilt.” Trying to charge me almost $400.00. I told them I was just in here about weeks ago. Then June of 2014 my car caught on fire in my garage while we were asleep. I saw flashing lights coming from the car open the door, my windshield was cracked, the inside of the car was full of smut all on the windows. My driver dashboard was melted all under the use to be dashboard. Called the fire dept. Didn't know how long the car was on fire. They had to investigate and pull the car out the garage. The fire started inside the car from the fuse box. They open the hood of the car, no damages. We were blessed that the house didn't blow up. If the windows would have broke, it would have blown up. The car is a total loss.

My service engine soon light went on and I brought it in to my Nissan dealer. It cost $70 for them to hook it up to the computer to tell me that it was an airflow sensor problem. But there was a note from Nissan saying there was a problem with this warning so they could just reprogram my computer. So this warning didn't go off unnecessarily. Total cost $150 plus tax to solve a problem that wasn't a problem. Really Nissan???

I own a 2007 Nissan Maxima and the transmission is having issues. THIS VEHICLE IS 7 YEARS OLD! Everywhere I search everyone has issues with the transmission, how is this not a Nissan issue???

I purchase my car in 2002. It was a 2001 Nissan Maxima. After many years of travel through 20 states, 3 times down to Southern Mexico it finally gave in (only because I did not change the power steering hose, my fault). In January I changed the transmission, but I got my money's worth 6 years of no payments prior to that. I gave it a run for my money and was sad to see it finally die on me. I did regular maintenance and changed minor parts as needed, never gave me a problem (except the catalytic converter about 2 years ago as well).

Own a 2006 Nissan Maxima with a failing transmission at under 80K miles. I contacted Nissan Consumer Affairs where I opened a case. Nissan had me take the car to the dealer for evaluation and the dealer found that the transmission needed to be replaced at a cost of $3,700. They also found that the timing chain needed to be replaced and some other items fixed totaling around $3,000. The dealer suggested that if I pay for the timing chain then maybe Nissan could pay for the transmission but Nissan consumer affairs initially refused to offer any assistance because the car was out of warranty.

I also bought a 2004 Maxima new off the lot. Almost immediately I started noticing issues, first my stereo, then the struts, then at only 30k the tranny went out. Granted my car was under warranty and they fixed it. As far as the paint job, it’s horrible. After 5 years I notice clear coat going and now my car looks awful...All my motor mounts and tranny mount are worn and need replacement. Struts are done, my condenser went out, needed belts on air. Just a nightmare with this car…When I bought it I loved it until the problems. I had a Chevy Camaro that had 198000 with no issues. I have my Maxima with 114000 with nothing but issues... Sorry Nissan, I will NEVER BUY another car from you guys...Chevy man now... As soon as I save enough, going back to Chevy...Nissan should be sued for all the lemons they produce...

My 2006 Maxima with 58000 is beginning to have transmission problems. Sounds like the same problems as others here are discussing.

I purchased a 2006 Maxima in 2009, and last year I noticed that my gears were slipping; this year I found out I needed a valve body in the transmission. The car slips before kicking into gear, and I've notice it slips on the second gear. I never owned a vehicle with major issues with the transmission. I'm still saving up to purchase this part for my car. I spoke with friends that owned Maximas and most of them got rid of these vehicles because of the transmissions were going bad.

2004 Nissan Maxima - Transmission for the longest time not shifting properly. Hard shift from park to reverse and hard shift from park to drive. I asked for help and no one had an answer, even the private shops. The private shops told me Nissan has a possible problem with valve body. Now I have transmission failure valve body replaced with upgraded valve body which then had to do a relearn program at cost of near $3000.

2005 Maxima - 90K miles. The good: great engine, smooth ride, good looks, roomy car for family of 4. The bad: Numerous issues with general quality.

I bought a 2004 Nissan Maxima brand new off of the showroom floor. I never drove the car that much but throughout the entire time, I have had the car. Gave the car to my dad, and he's having the same issues as many others are having, jerking, transmission slipping. This car only has 72,000 miles.

I own a 2006 maxima..bought it brand new from Jim Burke Nissan. Was never told about the problems with the transmission problems with this year model or offered a warranty on it.. I'd go in for my oil changes & the manager would keep saying, "I'll see you before 100000 miles." I kept ignoring it, cause it's a Nissan... But lo & behold my transmission fell out at 100000. Benton Nissan wanted to deny any problems with the transmissions for this year. But I have a friend who owns a Nissan Dealership & yes this year car is a joke..just like everybody on here complaining about their problems, it's all true. This car has sucked so much money out of me & Yes Nissan don't want to take the responsibility for the faulty transmissions in this car.

This is my 4th Maxima and I have an '08 maxima, making it 5 I've owned. My first 3, 1986 and older never had any problems, and had over 300,000 miles when I traded them in for my next Maxima. So far the 2005 has had the Timing chain and tensioner replaced ($1500), new wheel bearings ($500), all 4 disk and breaks ($250), and now at 138,000, I have the slipping transmission. I contacted Nissan corp to see if they would do anything. After a diagnosis by Sheridan Nissan of Delaware, they said I need a new transmission ($3200), new engine mounts, head gaskets, Axle boots on front, and a few other items. This car was just in the shop for the timing chain and there was no other problems. In a year or less, all hell has broken loose with this car. Anyway, Nissan says it will cost over $6200 to fix. The car is only valued at $3300 by Kelly Blue book. I guess I'll junk it and buy something else. At any rate it won't be another maxima built after 2003. Oh, by the way, my 2008 is starting to have problems.

Nissan Maxima 2005 - This car was given to me as a birthday gift from my husband...it's been the gift from hell. I've had numerous problems with this car from brakes to a whopping 3,000.00 for a transmission. This car has caused me several jerking problems causing me being nearly rear-ended several times. I've finally had it with the complaints to Nissan to no avail... This car is just sitting in the yard. Every time I look at it I'm constantly reminded of the hell I've been through with driving this car. If it wasn't for the thought behind my husband's gift to me and the love he has for me with the purchase... I would Not be still looking at this car in my backyard...ugh ugh and ugh.

Hello, Good Evening. This is the worst experience I've ever had with a car. I gave up an 1998 maxima for a (POS) 05 maxima - I almost got hurt using this car. My little sister has gotten hurt from the causes of the jerk. This is terrible. Need to do something. ASAP.

Hi, I bought my Maxima 3.5SL 2005 from Beaverton Nissan (my first ever car). Took an extended warranty on it as well. Since last few years I have always been hearing a whining noise from the timing chain area, during my regular visits for oil change I mentioned it many times to service managers, but I was always told it was due to oil needing change. I recently researched on it and it seems that it is a known problem in the maxima where the tensioner goes bad and a technical bulletin is also out. (NTB07-042_ ) My car currently has 70k miles only on it. It seems that the cost to repair this is very high around 1500$. I would like to see nissan or dealership help me out and at least split the cost for the repairs since this is a known Nissan problem. (I know BMW dealership helped my friends this way) Had I been alerted on this while my warranty was still valid I would have definitely gotten it fixed. Your help in this matter is much appreciated.

When I Had Warranty on my vehicle, 2006 NISSAN MAXIMA, I TOOK IT TO CHERRY HILL NISSAN FOR OIL CHANGE AND TOLD THEM THAT MY CAR jumped when I changed gears and believe it could be the transmission. The dealer service specialist told me that the mechanics could not find anything wrong with the vehicle. I decided to go back to Cherry Hill Nissan in 2013 because the transmission was jumping and getting worse. I was told that I needed a transmission valve body and mount but I don't have warranty on the vehicle. I told them that it should get fixed for free since I went to check it when I had warranty and it isn't my fault if the mechanics could not find the problems.

I have a 2004 Nissan Maxima. My transmission went out. I only had a little over 100,000 miles. Everybody I knew had this car had the same problem. There should have been a recall or a suit filed on this. I was out of $4,000 to get it fixed. Then while they replaced it I also needed a motor mount. I will never buy another Nissan ever...

I have been constantly putting money into my 2006 Nissan Maxima LS, regarding break issues. I bought it brand new, so excited to own this beautiful luxury car, and then, of course, just after the warranty expired, all hell broke loose. One day I used the breaks, and they made a loud metal pounding continuous noise, and the pedal shook. I also hear a low tone hum noise, and a faint ticking. It scared the 'you know what' out of me! This is a DANGEROUS issue, and after reading many many stories about the break issues on this year car (2005 - 2007 I believe).

I am the first and only owner of this car. There were no accidents or physical damage to my vehicle. Whenever I shift to reverse the car pauses and then jerks. Same jerk behavior happens whenever I shift from reverse to drive. I took it to the shop and had new motor mounts put in to solve the problem. For a few days you could barely feel the jerking when switching to reverse. Literally by the next week it was bad all over again and the jerking returned. Also, sometimes when I am driving I can feel the car "hesitating" when switching gears. For example, this morning I was driving to work and going only around 25 mph and as I started to accelerate the car jerked and slowed down for about 5 seconds before it returned to my normal speed. This can be very frustrating and scary. All regular scheduled services (including oil and fluid changes) were performed by local professional shops. I would like to get my transmission replaced by Nissan at their expense.

I went in to get my 2005 Nissan Maxima serviced. When everything was checked, the service manager came back with a maintenance breakdown of over $3,000. I was overwhelmed by this fee. One item that really struck me as odd was the timing chain quote, $1,637.06. I immediately went online to check problems with timing chains and there seems to be major issues with this part on 2005 and 2006 Maximas. There was a call back on some Nissans, but not my 2005 Maxima. My neighbor has a Maxima just like mine and my nephew has a 2006. Both are having problems with the noise that signals the problem associated with timing chains.

Purchased 06 Maxima in the spring (58k miles). After about a month the car starting shifting hard like being rear ended, shifting from 1st to 2nd gear. Long story short it is now being repaired to the tune of 3,800 for tranny plus another 300 for motor mount. Needless to say I will never consider Nissan product again. The class action suit was filed in January of 2012 for the defective tranny in 04-06 Maxima/Altima/Quest van just in case someone is interested (see "Howard ** vs. Nissan).

During the first 500 miles, the transmission slipped and then stopped working, which was covered under warranty, and I have replaced it one additional time at 100K miles for a very similar problem. And then there was the catalytic converter which failed now for the 4th time!!! It was replaced at 50K mi, 80K, 170K and now at 188K. Yep, it was replaced last year and Nissan won't replace it because it was a few months over the warranty!

My 2004 Maxima has 126,000 miles. I have just started experiencing a hesitation and then a jerk when shifting the transmission from reverse to drive. This jerking seems to intensify as the car warms up. From what I have read on several different sites, this appears to be a very common complaint. Does anyone know exactly what needs to be repaired and how much it should cost? If this is such a common issue, why hasn't there been a manufacturer's recall?

Have an unpleasant experience with dealership? Write directly to Nissan. Maybe they can do something. Dealership mechanics unfortunately are trained to respond to codes ONLY. Good old mechanics are thing of the past. Cars are controlled by electronics today so MANY things can be the culprit.

I purchased new and I still owe my 2000 Maxima GLS - it is a good car but NISSAN did not stand behind their product. After 12,000 miles the rotors warped - and caused wheel vibration when brakes were applied. Took it dealer numerous times, one time after getting a $175.00 alignment (that they said would help). They said if I waited it would take 2 hours to do. As I drove out and the car pulled to the left!! It never did before alignment!! I drove right back to the dealer. He took car in the back and returned in 10 minutes - said it was my BELTED TIRE (???) but he adjusted it and said it should be OK. I drove out - it seemed ok?? The wheels still vibrated. They said they couldn't feel it when they test drove it??? I had new rotors put on myself. It was very smooth stopping after that!

2004 Maxima transmission - Like all the other complaints, the transmission hesitates and then jerks violently into gear going from drive to reverse and reverse to drive. It also jerks when shifting between 2nd and 3rd gear both during upshift and downshift. It has now started to rev up for no reason when I'm driving down the road. I have already spent $1,000 for a new shift kit and it helped for a while. Now it's starting to do it again. I am very disappointed in this vehicle. I would like to be included in a class action suit.

Bought a used 2005 Maxima SE from a local Nissan dealership in mid 2012... not knowing of any issues with this car. For the first year the car seemed to run fine, no major problems at all. But one night I was driving my 3 daughters to dance class when all of a sudden the car just shutdown while I was going 35 mph. Trying not to panic and scare my girls, I quickly pulled over to the side of the street and tried to restart it. First try, nothing. Second try, nothing. Finally after keeping my foot on the gas and trying again it turned over. As I went to put it in gear it made a loud bang and leaped forward, scaring the crap out of my girls. As I drove, it didn't want to shift into the next gear, so I put it into the manual (+/-) mode to the side. When I shifted into 2nd & 3rd gears it did the same banging and leaping as before.

I have taken good care of my Maxima with getting the maintenance up to date but within the last 6 months it started jerking when making sudden stop. Then it would hesitate to take off at time when trying to take off. I have taken it to the dealership many times. They told me it's my camshaft sensor just normal wear and tear on a 9yr old car. I told them to fix it because I need my car working properly being that I'm a full time student recently getting out of the Navy. That's cost me 530 out of pocket and my car still did the same thing as I stated before.

I purchased a new 2010 Maxima (fully loaded) in August 2010. The car has approximately 18,000 miles on it to date. I'm now being told that I need tires, brakes, rotor resurfacing. Two weeks ago the car started making a soft clicking noise; yesterday the noise became louder. I parked the car for fear that the axle might break (what do I know). I called to ask about the "suspension recall" and Nissan told me that my vin number is not on the recall list. The dealer at Nissan said that I could bring the car in for a diagnosis (cost $120.00). My extended warranty has expired and I have very little money. I guess my question is: how does this happen to a new car purchase with 18,000 miles? I can pay for the brake job but the clicking noise has me worried. Help!

I have a 2007 Nissan Maxima which I purchased new from Peter's Auto Sales in Nashua, NH. On December 14, 2012, I was driving down the interstate and the car wouldn't accelerate, RPMs were at 3500. I was told by the dealer that I would need a new left rear abs sensor and an abs assembly, totaling $2400. I took it to a private auto shop and had it fixed, as I don't trust the dealer. In the past they tried to sell me a new HEPA cabin air filter for over $100 (which I finally had replaced for $23.00 at Sullivan Tire).

I have a 2006 Nissan Maxima with 87k miles on it and the transmission has been acting up - revving before it slips into the next gear, making a loud cluck as it drops into gear, etc. I took it to my mechanic and he told me my transmission is shot and to get rid of the car. At 87k miles, I had no plans of looking for a new car, thinking I eventually would turn it over to a family member. Looking on the internet for a solution to my problem, I found I was not the only one experiencing this issue. Calling customer service made me realize Nissan is still not acknowledging their responsibility to rectify this problem. No more Nissans for me :-(

Reading all these complaints on Nissan Maximas are so discouraging. I just got a 04 Nissan Maxima a month ago and on the 2nd day of me having this car I have had problems but due to me just getting the car I don't have to come out of pocket for anything. I must say that if you have a 2004-2006 Maxima to get Power Train warranty. Especially if you don't have it. My car is currently being worked on and has been with this company Cottman Transmission for about a week now. My car downshifts erratically when slowing down, the RPM jumps all over the place according to the speed limit that I am driving. When I am driving between 20-30mph sometimes the car engines revs up and the car doesn't really move any faster but all of a sudden the car bucks and slams into gear. Another thing that it did do was when changing gears to reverse to drive it hesitates and slams into gear. I got that part fixed by Blacks Tires which it needed 2 lower motor mounts. They were both broken. Right now I am waiting for my center case to be replaced.

I've been experiencing issues with my 2005 Nissan Maxima transmission similar to what everyone else is reporting. Out of nowhere the car will bang when shifting into gear and then immediately the car will go into limp mode where it will have zero power. So far I've replaced 2 cam shaft sensors and 2 other transmission-related sensors and the issue is still reoccurring, which is ridiculous for a car with only 80K miles. If a class action suit is filed, please include me.

Since I've had the vehicle (2011 Nissan Maxima) I have been having a problem with it. It started off with no key entry light. I went to bbb and met with engineer from nmac, came down, changed the control module which is the brain that sends signal. Now it's the push start I was told that the factory where my vehicle came from is not on recall. I fell short on pymts due to job changes. I stopped making full pymts due to illness and then in May tried to catch up but now I don't have vehicle at all. I call Leblanc Nissan to report the push start issue. Left vm, did not get a call back. Now my vehicle is repo what can be done.

I bought a 2006 Nissan Maxima 12/15/2013. It had 85,079 miles. In April I was driving on the highway doing 65 mph. All of a sudden I notice all the indicators on the dashboard and heater control was inoperative, so I kept on driving for 40 minutes. When I got to my destination and turn off the ignition then try to start the car it would not start. So I towed the car to the Nissan dealer where I bought the car. Few days I had to call them. They can't figure out what could be the problem.

I bought a 2007 Maxima brand new in August 2007. I have had nothing but problems at the beginning not so bad warranty covered: time belt, battery and various other things. But now the warranty is over my car is falling apart all over - everything electrical inside is going. First, the airbag light flashing. I'm told they can't figure what it is exactly because federally they aren't allowed to so they want to start replacing parts and they don't even know if they are going to fix the problem. Now the automatic driver seat is malfunctioning and the cruise control isn't working. I will never ever purchase a Nissan ever again. I want to trade it in 2 years ago but my husband loves this car problems and all.....what do men know?

I bought this car used and recently notice the transmission started to jerk into gears. First it was only at 30 to 40 miles per hour. Now it slams into gear pretty much at any speed. I consider this car very dangerous for me and my family. After reading the horror stories on this posting I don't know what Nissan is thinking, but I myself will never recommend to family members and friends that they never purchase a Nissan vehicle.

My 2005 Nissan Maxima failed inspection for emissions. Then you got it worked on. It cost 1,551.00 for catalytic converter and 300 a piece for oxygen sensors, had 2 put it in. Went home, check engine light, went on, brought it back to Noll Brothers in Iselin. And they said come back on Monday to put in another oxygen sensor in my car. Was driving, put on wipers to wet windshield, wiper light keeps flickering. All I want to know is these mechanics are ripping me off. Please help me. Need adviCe. I just want to pass inspection. Been crying all day. And I am a nervous wreck.

Bought a used 2006 Maxima with 18,000 miles. Always had problems with the transmission, lots of clunking when changing gears after the car is warmed up and also the ROM jump up to over 5 and the car takes off at a high rate of speed during driving it to where my tires squeal. To me this is an accident waiting to happen. Had the transmission triple flushed at AAMCO and serviced, did not help. Now the floor on the passenger front side is totally rusted out. This car only has 130,000 miles on it which is not a lot for a car that is 8 years old. Had to replace the rotors 2 times, brakes 2 times and also a catalytic converter.

I bought this car used and recently notice the transmission started to jerk into gears. First it was only at 30 to 40 miles per hour. Now it slams into gear pretty much at any speed. I consider this car very dangerous for me and my family. After reading the horror stories on this posting I don't know what Nissan is thinking, but I myself will never recommend to family members and friends that they never purchase a Nissan vehicle. This is why we need a Federal Consumer Protection Agency with subpoena powers to drag their behinds into court. I will be Contacting my Attorney General on this matter.

Transmission problem with my 2005 Nissan Maxima - I had the transmission flushed/serviced in Jan. of 2013. Since then it has been jerking/slipping and simply not engaging the gears as smoothly as it used to. I have also found out since then, that there are thousands of 2004-2006 Maxima owners who are experiencing similar problems with their respective transmissions. This service was done at a local Nissan dealership. The problem crops up at speeds of 20 mph to 30 mph. There is a definite burning smell coming from the bottom of the car. I recently had the transmission drained again. The fluid was almost brown in color. It seems as if the transmission is overheating for some reason and causing these problems.

This is my daughter's car. It was purchased pre owned. Recently the car started making noise coming from the engine (timing chain). The problem is that it is totally over engineered (stupid) - the timing chain going bad at such low mileage, tensioners and chain guides consisting of plastic parts and being so damn hard to access. I feel it is unfair to permit engineers to design these parts to break down just so the company can sell more parts and charge extremely high prices for repairs and also designing engines so that owners can't do the repairs unless we are master mechanics. I will NEVER AGAIN recommend any one ever purchasing another NISSAN product.

I bought a 2006 Nissan Maxima. It has not reached 100,000 miles yet and the transmission is going out. It seems that 04 to 07, there are defective transmissions that Nissan won't fix and recall. I paid $16000 few years ago from a Nissan dealership with an extended warranty, which now is out and looking to replace the transmission. I will never buy another Nissan. Nissan's Customers Affairs says, "sorry but we aren't responsible for your transmission".

CVT Nissan 2010 Maxima Problems & Issues ----These are recorded problems with Nissan's New CVT Transmission on Nissan Maxima 2010 - Sport Edition 300 horse power. The CVT exhibits Lost of power, Engine High RPM, Loud Whining Noise, and CVT gets stuck in 6th Gear (won't down shift) in Manual and drive mode. The car will not accelerate and gives a P1778 Code. This only occurs on long drives over hilly roads on 75 MPH Highways up gradual elevation hill climb. The problem has been getting progressively worst and did not occur when the car was new. This CVT transmission sucks. I took it to three dealerships and they gave me a hard time since the problem doesn't not occur on flat ground, City driving, and the Trouble Code P1778 eventually is cleared from the computer on its own. I WAS TOLD NOTHING IS WRONG.

I have a problem with the passenger side floor rusting and am curious of any other complaints to Nissan about this.

I took my vehicle in for servicing due to a noise sounding like it was coming from the transmission. The service tech made note of my concerns and passed the information on to the mechanic. However, when my car was returned to me, of course, I was told there were a number of other issues that I should be concerned about, and the transmission and engine were not one of them. The mechanic never test drove my car, but promised me he would the next time I brought my car in for servicing. Well of course 100,000 miles later, after my warranty expired, I was told the timing chain needed to be replaced, and the car could stop at any given moment.

My transmission at 82000 miles (2006) started to give out. I couldn't go from 1st to 2nd without it skipping and then kicking hard into gear. On the other hand when I went from reverse to drive it would kick too. My motor mount and my transmission is done. It cost 4500 dollars to replace it and now even though it doesn't kick anymore, it doesn't have the power it use to have. I love my Maxima but not the way it’s built. Give me a recall.

I replaced my 05 Maxima's transmission after it went out. 2 years later, it's going out again. Same problem when it warms up; it begins to not want to shift. I bought this car brand new. The first transmission lasted 5 years, only got 2 from New one. I will never buy another Nissan again.

Gas pedal went to the floor and car accelerated on its own. Luckily, we were able to stop and my husband reconnected and fixed the issue. Now my tranny is shifting hard and acting up. No one seems to care at Nissan.

While changing my tires, I discovered on the passenger side that the floor board is rotting out so much that I can push through the floor board carpet. I haven't went to a Nissan dealer yet.

I bought the car. 200 miles later the reverse went out. The car runs on drive but feel like in park when it is in park or in neutral. I changed the transmission 4-times. I used a junkyard transmission, they all will work for 150-200 miles and then the reverse will do the same thing. I took the car to the Nissan dealer and I think they were trying to get out of saying we don't know, by saying the car must have the computer flashed for the new transmission to work or the new tranny will break down again. What really I know is Maximas have the worst transmissions ever made and the Nissan factory should recall them transmissions, or find solutions. Angry and frustrated.

I have an 05 Nissan Maxima SE with the 6-speed manual transmission. It has 83,000 miles on it but I started having problems at around 80,000 miles. Took it to the Nissan dealership. Turns out I needed to replace the catalytic converters... When I replaced them, I still had the same fault and he said I needed to replace them again for $2080.15. On top of that, how could my Front and rear motor mounts already need to be replaced with only 83,000 miles on the car, both for $573.21 and $319.01 respectively! Also they tell me my Low side AC line needs to be replaced for $587.85 and my Sunroof Switch map light needs to be replaced for $449.26. This is ridiculous and something needs to be done about all these angry customers.

Horrible Jenkins at 90,000 miles. No one can tell me exactly what is wrong with my car. One shop says valve body, while another says mother and transmission mounts. Another says it's my catalytic converter. No transmission codes can be found. I've read over two thousand complaints of the SAME issues on the SAME year, make and model of horrible car 2006 Nissan Maxima. How has a recall never been issued? This car here is so bad while driving, almost causing whiplash. I have two young babies and this is not safe for any consumer. It is not our fault that Nissan designed this car horribly like they did. I've never experienced this unsafe feeling ever in my life, let alone in my own vehicle! Something must be done and this needs to be addressed.

In 2012 I purchased a brand new Nissan Maxima. I've had EVERY scheduled maintenance performed at the dealership where I purchased the vehicle. Sadly, at 67,000 miles I started experiencing a 'lag' while driving. I was due for an oil change the upcoming weekend and addressed the 'lag' at that time. I was informed that the 'lag' I was experiencing with my vehicle as transmission related. I was FURIOUS to find out that I needed a new transmission. Thankfully, my vehicle is under warranty. Unfortunately, I no longer have confidence in my Maxima. I don't feel like the vehicle is safe. I don't feel like my car is built based on quality. I don't feel like my car will provide longevity without having multiple problems. I have a 2000 Honda Accord with over 200,000 miles and it drives great on the original transmission. My plan is to have the transmission on my Nissan Maxima replaced just so I can get rid of it and to NEVER purchase a Nissan ever again!!

I bought a new 2004 Nissan Maxima from Connel Nissan in Costa Mesa, Calif. At 50,000 miles the engine blew up due to poor oil circulation. Fortunately, I had an extended warranty so Nissan replaced the engine. At about 80,000 miles, the transmission started to act up. It shifts very hard from 1st to 2nd gear when you start out and shifts very hard from 2nd to 1st gear as you come to a stop. The Nissan dealership has changed the trans fluid and now says it needs the transmission replaced at about $3200 to $3600 dollars.

I put new idle speed sensor, transmission slams into gear, now it is not moving. Replace catalytic converter and check engine light is still on.

Lets be honest, a recall is needed period. I have 2006 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL. I purchase brand new in 2006 with 10 miles. Currently I have 140,000 miles on my Maxima. I been having trouble with my transmission 1st to 2nd gear, also when coming to a stop it shift down roughly to 1st gear. This started around 90K, of course, I had many transmission services over the year but of course that will not fix a defect part within transmission. So if I have the transmission rebuilt which is $1500, I will be taking a 50/50 chance. Oh well, I will keep driving my 2006 Nissan Maxima 3.5 SL until it's completely not working!

My 2006 Nissan Maxima has reached around 78,500 miles and I found out the transmission starts failing. My car will jerk when I shift it from back gear to regular drive gear (D). I drove it to the dealer and they told me my transmission needs to be replaced. It was a shock to me since I take care of my car very well and I always do my maintenance to the dealer since I bought this car.

I purchased a 2009 Nissan Maxima brand new from the Royal Nissan. My car is fading on the hood, outer roof and trunk.. I contacted Nissan consumer affairs, they directed me to go to my local dealer.. I received an estimate for the faded paint. The estimate was for $1600. Immediately I called Nissan consumer affair. I was given a claim number, and was told I will be contacted in a couple of days.. After 3 days the consumer rep called and stated that Nissan will not cover my damages because of a policy that Nissan only cover paint for three years. I will not buy another Nissan automobile.. I want a car that I can depend on and a company that appreciate owners and back us.. NO TO NISSAN AUTOMOBILES!!!

My daughter and two of her friend rolled a Nissan Maxima end over end 5 or 6 times. Two had a seat belt on and one did not. They were speeding doing around 85-90 mph. This car didn't even look like a car. All three of these kids walked away from this crash with minor cuts and bruises. Amazing crash technology. Thank you Nissan for designing a car that saved my daughter and her two friends. All the professionals said no one should have lived. Thank you for taking the time to worry about safety. I am eternally grateful.

My 2005 Maxima is slipping, revving, stalling... all while in the lower gears and on acceleration. So frustrating... and costly. No one seems able to fix it!

I purchased my 2005 Maxima With automatic trans. Everything was fine until around 56,000 miles. After car was warm, it would get stuck in a high gear (4-5). While normal driving I wouldn't know this until I came to a stop like a traffic light or stop sign. Upon acceleration and not knowing I was in 5th gear, the car moved slower AND SLOWER... When I attempted to accelerate, nothing, just engine revved. I tried to shift from gear to gear, nothing would help. I have done some research and have now found out there is a large class action lawsuit against Nissan for various vehicles manufactured dates from 2004-2008. Lawsuit claims Nissan knew of faulty transmissions. I'm not sure what my current problem is. I WII NEVER EVER IN MY LIFE Purchase a Nissan vehicle. This has been a nightmare. NISSAN don't even care. I have contact several people at Nissan and no one is able to help. PLEASE never buy a Nissan.

I just bought a 2007 Nissan Maxima with 25000 miles.. Yesterday my husband and I with our three children were traveling at approx 45 mph on I-10 due to construction, when all of a sudden my gas pedal went all the way down, had no exhilaration whatsoever, as I was getting off of I-10 onto a frontage, the exhilaration climbed from 0-80 mph in a matter of minutes. It was the most scariest feeling. My son finally got the car to come to a complete stop. I turned and looked to my babies of 8 and 7 years old with tears in their eyes and embracing each other with fear in their eyes.. This has been an unforgettable memory in my head.

I bought this Maxima used just over 100k miles and shortly after it start jerking when it gets warmed up from 1st to 2nd gear, also when coming to a stop it shift down roughly to 1st gear. I took it to AAMCO and they told me it need replacing or rebuilt. I guess I didn't do enough homework because now I know this is a prevalent problem with 2004-2007 models Nissan Maxima and Nissan is doing nothing to remedy the problem. I would just like Nissan to take responsibility with what is clearly manufacturing flaw and remedy these problems by recalling these model and replace them with a more reliable transmission, because they are losing customers in droves because of this.

I have a 06 Nissan Maxima and been having trouble with my transmission slipping and have been told by several Nissan consumers they are having the same issue and that Nissan will not stand behind their products. I'm really disappointed in Nissan not standing behind their product and doing the right thing. I have already spent 1,500.00 and the problem is still not fixed. Can someone please help us consumers!!!!! Thank you!

Purchased vehicle new in March of 2006, started having transmission problems in 2012, with approx. 65,000 miles, I bought car into dealership, Ferman Nissan on Dec. 2012 to check transmission and said all was fine, just needed usual servicing, transmission flush, fuel injector cleaning, etc. Well apparently, that did not correct the problem, and brought the car back in March of 2013 at which time they told me it was the transmission at a cost of approx. $3500.00 and charged me for checking it out a second time. I decided, I would be better served having it checked out elsewhere, I have no confidence in Nissan, and would not recommend a Nissan purchase. It is now Feb. 2014, I have 78200 miles on vehicle and plan on having the transmission repaired elsewhere, this week, I have no choice.

I bought a Nissan Maxima 2006. All of the sudden starter with an electrical whining and also the timing chain. I see that there is plenty of people complaining about the same thing. Nissan should do something about it because there are losing a lots of people over dumb things. Nissan wake up and smell the coffee.

I purchased my 2004 Maxima With automatic trans March 2005. Everything was fine until around 90,000 miles. After car was warm, it would get stuck in a high gear (4-5). While normal driving I wouldn't know this until I came to a stop like a traffic light or stop sign. Upon acceleration and not knowing I was in 5th gear, the car moved slower than a turtle. Several times I was almost hit because of pulling out into traffic. I really thought trans was problem but to my surprise, it turned out to be relative cheap repair. It was the cam sensors. Once replaced, all was good.

I took to Cottman Trans to fix, 2800 dollars later the car still acting up. This company are a bunch of crooks. I wrote to the attorney general, I wrote to the federal government Nissan transmission needs a recall. Why Nissan don't do this, I see Nissan bankrupt in the next ten years like Daewoo. All I want is my trans fixed like it supposed to. Really simple. I even wrote to Nissan's president. You think they care? No, not even a concern email or letter. It's time to get a CIVIL lawsuit going to the supreme court. I'm tired, fed up of crooks, snakes getting rich off poor hardworking people. All they had to do was fix my car simple but no. Okay let's dance because its not fair. Really simple, look at all the stories on the 05 Maxima trans. It's unbelievable but no, they recall two rear end hubs. Nissan never again. You lost a loyal customer. Renault sucks too. Instead of building good quality parts, no they built garbage. Wake up Nissan cuz its coming. I'm getting a team of lawyers to sue you guys and all I wanted was my car fixed and to top it off I was looking at a 2012 Maxima. Rub it on your chest. I'm going back to American car. My issue was simple. Hey bring in your car, we fix it for free knowing there's millions off Maximas with this issue. It's time our government has a recall on this transmission!!!!

I bought this car with 86,000 miles. After having this car for about two months I discover that the Transmission was slipping. I took the car to a trans. shop and the prop. said that I would have to change the input and output sensors. I bought the sensors from Nissan, got them put in and the trani. was still slipping. I took the car to another trani. shop. The prop. change another part in the trani and the trani still keep on slipping. I called up Nissan to see if there is a recall on this car Transmission and they said no. At that time the car had 96,000 miles that now have 105,000 and is slipping like hell.

I bought a 2006 Maxima with 0 miles for my wife, my advice is if you are getting a Nissan for free take it. You will pay for it at the Nissan shop, one repair at the time. Our car at 86000 miles transmission was replaced $3,600.00 plus the motor mount at $1,500.00. At 95000 miles a whining noise coming from my engine that turned out to be the timing chain. My 2006 Maxima $2400 because the primary chain was worn and a gasket had failed to the high pressure oil area.. Engine was very clean and obviously well maintained. At 90000 the CD player N/O estimates $800.00 plus a need to change the catalytic because the check engine light is on. Nissan parts are very expensive; this concept keeps the shop busy and the corporation selling replacement part, making money off the consumers. I have wasted about $9000.00 on major repairs, I have not mentioned all the small repairs I done myself as the alternator, brakes, heat light, power-steering pump, rear tires hub. My advice to anyone looking to purchase a Nissan, do your homework and DON'T PURCHASE!!!

I purchased a 2005 Nissan Maxima new. My problems began about 3 months later with the headlights. I took my car in to have the passenger side headlight replaced. The vehicle was still under warranty so the replacement was done at no charge. Approximately 8 months later the driver's side went out, again they replaced it at no charge. I should have followed the advice of my husband and returned the vehicle because it does not make sense that headlights would blow within a year on a new vehicle. I continued to go through the same problem year after year. The headlights are minor compared to the transmission problems I've experienced. Like many of the complaints I've read, I too spent $3,750 on a transmission shortly after 100,000 miles. After the replacement, I haven't had any problems but take off is very sluggish. My husband drives a 2006 Chrysler 300 and has not replaced not one bulb or headlight since purchase. My advice to anyone looking to purchase a Nissan, do your homework and DON'T PURCHASE!

There was a whining noise coming from my engine that turned out to be the timing chain. My 2007 Maxima SL has been maintained at Nissan dealerships since it was purchased per manufacturer guidelines. My original estimate of $1500 ended up at $2400 because the primary chain was worn and a gasket had failed to the high pressure oil area. I was informed that my engine was very clean and obviously well maintained. Why then did I have these failures? I had Consumer Affairs review it and they were very sorry BUT there was nothing they could do for me. I have seen discussions about a class action suit relating to this problem and I can understand why. Now what can I do?

We bought our 2006 Nissan Maxima and have already replaced timing chain, transmission, a/c control computer, alternator, replaced motor twice, power steering pump, driver side window motor, catalytic converters, and this is just the things I can remember. This car has been nothing but problem since we bought it. It only had 68000 miles when we bought it. We have had the car for bout 5 yrs and it seems like the car is in the shop every other month. I have more money in repairs than what I actually gave for the car... NEVER WILL BUY ANOTHER NISSAN AGAIN, WOULDN'T EVEN TAKE ONE IF IT WAS FREE!!!!

Our 2005, Nissan Maxima's transmission began slipping over a year ago. We took it to the local Nissan dealership in Staunton, VA when we lived there and they ran a diagnostic test on the vehicle and could not find anything electrically wrong with the car. We took it back several more times and were eventually told that the car would need a new transmission which was estimated at $3,500.00. I have also done research on the car and found numerous forums, all of which shared the same information. The 2005 Nissan Maxima is plagued by horrible transmission problems. The car started acting up when the odometer hit approximately 100,000 miles, roughly several months before it was paid off. With so many people all experiencing the same problems, I wonder why a class action lawsuit hasn't been filed yet.

I bought my 2006 Nissan Max in 2006. I just replace my 3rd head light on the passenger side since 2006. Also, the transmission has been replaced twice. So that means 3 transmissions have been in my car from Nissan. Very disappointing...

Purchased a 2005 Nissan Maxima in 2006. Started having problems with the transmission at about the 90,000 mile mark. The car experienced shifting problems once the car is warm, slips out of gear as you're driving, and jerks very hard when it goes back in gear. Turning in intersections proves to be very dangerous when the car hesitates to get in gear. Had the fluid changed with no positive results in performance.

Just ran across this page and thought I would add my story. I purchased a brand new Nissan Maxima in 2005 that was paid off in 2011 and last year around November my car began to start jerking really bad in the first, second and sometimes third gears. Then after a while of that, the RPMs would drastically increase when I pressed the gas pedal but the car would not go. And when it would finally catch, that's when it would make the worst jerks. It got so bad I had to quit driving the car fearing I would have my son with me and get into an accident because of that, and I had to wait to get the car fixed until I got my tax return in February this year (single mom with a limited income, and I had just purchased a house two months before).

My 2005 Maxima is so annoying! I fell in love with the car when I first bought it, but now I'm really regretting it. Now, at 79,000 miles my vehicle has been jerking when I place the vehicle in both drive and reverse!! It also jerks when going from 1st to 2nd gear, and sometimes from 2nd to 3rd gear!!!! I will never buy another Nissan again!!! I'm determined that Nissan has had a undocumented FLAW in this year/make!! They truly need to recall all the vehicles for this make and year... After all the complaints I have read on the internet from so many buyers...

About got us killed in NC mountains. The car started jumping in and out of gear. Nowhere to pull over. Motor mount is broken due to hard shifting. Very crappy work on Nissan's part. Hadn't had car but 1 year this month and already replaced the struts. Just replaced the rotaries and a sensor. Now looks like transmission. Nissan needs to do their part and recall them since they caused the problem. Should have purchased an American-made car...

Have been reading about faulty transmissions but no trouble yet, have 90K miles. Car does seem extremely noisy and only 1 socket for charging cell phone works, one by passenger foot area, light in shifter area hasn't worked for years. Seems like most electrical problems started when recall for seat wiring was performed but dealer says not related.

I purchased a 2006 Nissan Maxima 1 year and 5 months ago and need a transmission already. I contacted the dealership and they said it would cost me 3200 to fix it. They said I could trade it but that was all they could do. The salesperson who sold me the car told me he couldn't help me because I didn't purchase an extended warranty. He was very rude to me and was only interested if I wanted to trade it. I contacted the corp office and haven't had a return call yet. I'm still making payments on a car that I owe more than what it is worth. I don't know what to do at this point and no one to help me. I have read that you still have problems after putting a transmission in. Please BEWARE of purchasing a 2004 through 2006 Nissan Maxima. These dealerships don't care about their customers.

I own a 2004 Maxima. I have had 6 transmissions replaced with Nissan. I'm currently dealing with Cindy from Consumer Affairs. I still owe $9000 on the car. I informed them I'm not happy and they need to do something else besides keep changing it. I stated they should pay off my loan or give me a car that's reliable. Cindy stated no, they need to find the problem. My car has left me stranded on the hwy numerous times b/c of the failed transmission. I will never buy another Nissan again.

I own a 2004 Nissan Maxima! The transmission has started to slip. I got on Google to find out that Nissan has had 1000 of complaints and they aren't doing anything about it! I've also seen where they were in a lawsuit for the same problem! I proceeded to call Consumer Affairs where I was told that it was pretty much normal wear and tear! I WILL NEVER PURCHASE ANOTHER NISSAN! I'm disgusted with the fact that they aren't doing anything about it and are making customers take the charge!

I have an 2006 Nissa Maxima. Some days, my car would drive great and other days the lights would come on and start shifting very hard. After doing research on several forums, we figured out that there were pennies that had slid down on my electronic board. Inside the car where the screen is located, I would put my extra change, etc. We took apart the dash around the radio and a/c units. There's an electronic board right there that lines up the screen area. The pennies slide down perfectly onto the electronic board causing the ABS, Traction control, engine light, etc. to come on. After removing the two pennies and replacing the board ($49.99 on eBay), everything is working great. I hope this can help someone else fix their car without spending a lot of money.

We own two 2007 Nissans: a Frontier and a Maxima. They were both bought new from a dealer in Webster, NY. Since 2009 we have been having problems with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System light coming on at random times. As of today, 08-2013, we have replaced SEVEN of the eight TPMS on the vehicles. The dealer has been of little help with this problem, saying that the sensors go bad and then charging for the replacement. I have gone to an independent tire seller and they have seen this problem with many Nissan TPMS sensors. Apparently the material that these sensors are made from is really poor and corrode easily especially if you drive your car in the rain or snow. This is a dis-similar metal problem between the wheels and the sensors. The Maxima constantly has problems with the sensors (All four have been changed). Even after changing, the warning light starts coming on within 2 weeks after being changed. I'm always adding air to the tires. Both vehicles have been good with only a few problems across the years but this TPMS sensor problem is a pain in the butt.

When I first got this car it had 35,000 miles on it. Already at 200,000 miles I have replace the front struts 3 times, the rear struts 4 times, the window master switch, both front wheel bearings, right front axle, the timing chains and timing gears and guilds twice, and now this transmission is acting up. It sometimes don't want to pull off and the shifter light is saying that the trans is in 5th gear. You have to turn the key switch off for a few minutes and let what ever happening reset itself. And at times you can be driving down the road and the car would jerk and when that happen the car will go any faster than the speed you are already at and you have almost nothing with the gas pedal and every time this happen and you move the shifter lever over to see what gear the transmission is in it always say 5th gear.

I purchased my 2006 Nissan Maxima new from the dealership. At 62k miles, the transmission started to slip and the car jerked when shifting. I brought it to the Nissan dealership and they told me I needed a new transmission and valve body for a cost of $6,000 (1-year warranty). I opened a case with Nissan Consumer Affairs to see if they would provide any assistance. They said they would not provide anything. I then brought my car to an independent transmission shop that sees this problem with Maximas several times a month. They quoted me $4,400 to rebuild the transmission and replace the valve body (3-year warranty). The car has since been repaired and runs fine so far. I plan to keep it for 3 more years and then sell. I will never buy another Nissan and will encourage everyone I know to never buy a Nissan. There is an inherent problem with the transmission in this make/model/year and a class action lawsuit is under way.

I have had two transmissions put in my 2006 Maxima over the last two years. I purchased the extended warranty which ended in October 2012. Since having the transmission replaced, my car still drags when taking off and it wants to excel automatically when driving. I've taken my car to a local Nissan dealership service dept (Hudson, Nissan, Charleston, SC) to report these problems. The problem is that the car would not replicate the problem once the engine was turned off and I was told by the service manager that my car does not generate a code for them to diagnose the problem. I've contacted Nissan Consumer Affairs as well and they sent regional technician to meet me at Hudson Nissan in Charleston, SC twice to test my car and locate the cause and of course the problem could not be found.

2006 Nissan Maxima - I bought this car used and am having the same issues with the transmission. Hard shifts from 1st to 2nd gears when accelerating or decelerating. I have not taken the car in to have the transmission checked because I am having electrical issues also. I haven't found out how much it will cost to fix the electrical issues yet. Has anyone else had electrical issues with these cars? This is the first Nissan I have ever owned and will definitely be the last. I was always told they were good cars... Apparently not.

A few months ago, I took my Nissan Maxima to the dealer for checking because the TCS light came on. I then found out that I had transmission problem and it would cost about $3,500 to get it replaced. I recently found out that it is a common problem with Nissan Maximas.

I purchased a 2006 Nissan Maxima used from a Nissan dealer. 30 days after I bought it, the transmission started slipping really bad and the engine knocks and rattles when it’s in drive. I called the dealer; they said to bring it in so I did. The mechanic said it needed a new transmission and that he would put one in for $3,500. They said they could not help me because it was out of warranty so the $3,500 would have to come out of my pocket. But I cannot afford that right now. So I am paying on a car that I cannot drive. I had a ‘96 Maxima and never had one problem with it. That's why I chose Nissan this time when buying the ’06, but not again after being treated like a dog. I will never purchase another Nissan.

I bought a 2006 Nissan Xterra in February of 2008 with 5,000 miles. Apparently, even at that time, Nissan knew that there was a problem with the transmission and radiator and sold me the car anyway. In May of 2013, I began to have problems (transmission slipping) and had to replace them at a cost of over $4,000.00. Nissan is refusing to take any responsibility for the problem. I recently found out that this is a common and well-known problem in these trucks.

We had bought our 2005 Nissan Maxima back in 2008. A week after we bought it, we started to see it had transmission issues. (Car was hard shifting.) We went back to the dealership and they didn't find anything. I've been driving it for about 5 years now and car gets awful on short stops :(. I already had to spend money on motor mounts and a transmission sensor. They did the flushing as well and car still does the same thing. I am really disappointed about Nissan... beautiful car but I won't deal with problems like these anymore.

I bought this Nissan Maxima at a side dealer after it had only one owner and 62,000 miles. Two weeks after my warranty was up, it started changing gears riff. Then after time, the oil started to get dirty to the tranny. After time progressed, it would clunk every time like it went to drive and also while driving. Finally, I took it in and it has bad transmission. And $3,500 later, they said it's fixed. This is a regular transmission mechanic, not Nissan. I picked it up on Friday to see if it works and how long it would last seeing as this is a main issue on all these cars. We're losing money and being cheated by Nissan.

CVT fault code P1778 - I experience serious loss of power up hills with high rpm on a 75mph highway, stuck in 6th gear, hot transmission, and whining noise from the CVT. I bought a new Nissan 2010 with a CVT, cost $36000. It worked excellent or fine or great for the first 40k miles except for a leaking power steering pump. I drive to school up elevation several times a month about 90 miles on a 75mph highway. With 50k miles on the car, I noticed a dangerous loss of power driving on 75 mph highway up hilly roads - this was the 1st occurrence. Even diesel trucks were passing me here.

My brother bought this Nissan Maxima SL 2004 with VIN# **; with 111,027 miles. This car has been giving him problems from the day it was driven from the dealership. So far, $3,000 has already been spent and still nothing. The car is being parked now because too much been spent. We need help please. We called the dealership, and they can't seem to do anything. This was his first car. It’s his first time, and he was so excited to buy. It’s so disappointing. The dealership’s name: Dependable Auto Outlet. It’s located on 351 Lincoln Hwy, Route 1, Fairless Hill, PA 19030.

Had to have transmission replaced after 85,000 miles, and still was having problems. I took the car back and now the transmission is still not right, but also having trouble with engine. Not sure what to do. I paid extra to get a two-year warranty on the transmission, so I guess I'm good on that. But now I'm looking at another $1,200 to fix the engine. Pretty soon we'll have more in car than it is worth. These cars should have had recalls before things happened to tear up transmission and engine. Will never buy another Nissan or use the dealership that I used. Nissan does not stand behind their cars. What a shame!

I bought a car from this dealer, a 2004 Nissan Maxima. When I first checked out the car, it looked great, turned on well and sounded good. I didn't test drive it because I thought, "Well, it's from the dealer; it should be in good condition." When I drove off with the car, on the freeway on my way home, the transmission didn't want to catch the gears right, like it lagged to catch the gears. I got home, tested all the gears. Reverse was good, park good and the other thing was that when I changed the gear into drive, it pushed the car nasty with a big thump!

2005 Nissan Maxima - I bought the car new in December 2004 and have been disappointed ever since. The heated seats take a good 15 minutes to warm to the point you notice. The heated steering wheel will get so hot it will burn you. The climate control has the AC on all the time which of course burns out the compressor. To change the spark plugs, you have to remove the intake system. Most importantly, like so many people have mentioned in their write-ups, the transmission is crap! I did just replace mine, but the mechanic who did it says it is most likely the computer sending bad signals to the transmission. Given that I had been getting weird error codes the week prior and that my car just totally died out on the way home from the shop, I now have to replace the computer. Given that I personally know 3 other people who had transmission problems with 2004-5 Nissans, I would highly recommend that anyone reading this steer clear of Nissans!

04 Nissan Maxima - I have every service receipt from the day I bought this car on June 11 '03. I had the gold package. All regular checkups were done on time and any time a problem happens, I took it in. First, the front tires would cup (300). I had to fight with them about it. The tires were only 5 months old, so they paid for two. Before I go on, I bought my car in Mississippi. They have a lemon law and let me tell you, I got a lemon. We'll skip right to the big one. The transmission, about 60,000, it went and the car was only 4 years old and still under warranty. They did their best not to pay for it and I had to work really hard and know my coverage and I did. After they put the new transmission in, they asked that I never come back to their establishment. At 60,000 again, the same thing. The transmission broke and it sits in my garage broken.

My parents bought me a Nissan Maxima 2005. I've had the car for 8 years and today, 3/20/13, my car broke down. This is the fourth time! My transmission messes up! Never again will I purchase a Nissan Maxima!

My 2005 Nissan Maxima (build date of 08/04) has 65,000 miles and has started showing signs of what may be serious transmission problems. I welcome any feedback as to the best course of action to correct these intermittent and random symptoms that include: 1. takes about 5 seconds to click into gear after the shift lever is put in "D"; 2. very hard jerky shifts between 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 1st and accompanied by loud clunking noise; and 3. transmission slips out of gear during regular driving, allowing the engine to rev freely then jerking back into gear with a loud clunk.

I bought my 2005 SE Nissan Maxima in December 2004. Beautiful car. Test-drives great. Looks great. Here is what happened. Air conditioning went out after 2.5 years. Next the steering column went out. The transmission went out. The floorboards rotted out. Catalytic converters went out. The problem with the catalytic converters is when they get older, the material inside them turns to sand and is sucked into the engine. How do you know? Your oil stays burnt and the engine releases exhaust and burnt oil fumes to the outside and to the interior of the car. You will see the engine releasing smoke, which looks like it’s overheating, and then you visually see the exhaust back inside your car. Nissan catalytic converters cost around $800-$900 for just the part. The Maxima has three. It actually ruins the engine. The transmission dipstick can only be opened with a special tool by Nissan, so you can’t check it yourself. My power steering fluid is empty after 2 months and has to be refilled. Yeah, it looks great and the engine is fast, but when it’s not working, it’s an ugly ugly car. I am an insurance claims person and I will never ever purchase a Nissan ever again. It’s American for me all the way...

Like everyone else, I noticed my 2006 Nissan Maxima started jerking and shifting and jumping. I just finished paying for this vehicle a month ago and my wife loves Nissan. That is the only vehicle I have bought her and they tell me the repairs will be $4,000. Nissan, please help your customers with this issue.

I bought a 2005 Nissan Maxima, my very first car. I bought the car used. When I first bought the car, it drove fine, maybe got 100 miles down the road and came to a stoplight and pulled off. The car jerked really hard when it went to 3rd gear. I don't have any money for a new transmission or a new car. I'm 19 years old and struggled to get this car; but as I look at a lot of comments, I see a lot of 2005 transmissions messing up. Nissan needs to really fix this and do a real recall... losers!

I have a 2009 Maxima. I had it to the dealer 13 times in 3 years with tire monitor problems. I even spent $1,000.00 to put new tire on it to see if that would solve the problem. Still no fix. Today I asked if the problem tire could be bad rim. I was told it could be. Why not fix it? I have always owned Toyotas with no problems. I love the Maxima, but find this problem time-consuming going to the dealer every 10 days. I have considered going back to Toyotas. I hope we can find a solution.

I bought a 2005 Nissan Maxima with 60,000 miles on it. A week after my warranty ran out was when the jerking started. It jerks so hard I thought my neck had pop. I only have 114,000 miles on my car, and I know I shouldn't be having this problem. I took it to Nissan dealership, and I was told that I need a transmission. This is my only transportation, and I don’t think it’s fair that I have to pay for a transmission when there are so many people complaining about the same problem. Nissan needs to step up and do what’s right. I wouldn't recommend anyone to buy a Nissan. I’m totally pissed.

I've had my Nissan since 2005 and it's been in the shop 3 times outside of several wrecks I've put it through. In 2005, there were problems with the coils and we paid $100 to hook it to a machine that would tell us which coil was wrong. The car shakes a little bit, mostly at stop signs and then eventually on a normal basis. We have had no problems with coils since we replaced about 3. Recently, something went wrong when starting the car in the cold and we replaced a start up part. Now, just a day ago, the car cut off on me and we have to replace the alternator. Now, this is just 3 times in 8 years with a 13-year old car that has 150,000 miles. I would add that I am only satisfied because the tires are expensive and the turning radius is terrible. The wide tires also make it easier to slide if the frame is off whatsoever. So as long as it's not wrecked, you don't have to worry. I do love the get up on the car. The horsepower is crazy and again, as long as not wrecked, it's so incredibly smooth and fast!

Just starting our return to Georgia from Arizona, traveling on route 60, my 2010 Nissan Maxima stalled then lurched repeatedly while I nursed it to a local street and subsequently to Larry Miller Nissan in Mesa. Eventually, it was determined that engine had to be replaced, with cost approaching $10,000.00. I asked Nissan Customer Affairs for assistance but was denied. Car has 65,000 miles.

Please can anyone assist me with a clue on what could be wrong with my Maxima '99 model? Engine would go off when trying to engage the gear from P position to say R or other gears. This happens only when it has warmed up for about 15 to 20 minutes. A transmission mechanic says it's a transmission fiber issue. But I want to be sure how true this is.

The transmission on my '05 Maxima started shifting hard at around 80k and now has progressed to taking 5 secs to go into gear and shifting even harder now and getting stuck in 5th gear. I bought the car used with 60k on it and got the extended warranty, but it ran out before these problems started. I will never buy another Nissan if they can't own up to their mistakes since this seems to be a widespread problem. I may just be a little fish in the pond but they won't get another dime out of me.

I bought my 2006 Maxima with 70,000 miles on it. After a year, the car started jerking. I took it to a transmission shop. At first, I was told that they don’t see anything wrong. I asked them to put the car in park mode, switch gears, and see it jump. They finally told me, like everyone else here, that I needed a new transmission. I was thoroughly disappointed as I have never had to deal with transmission problems, and I have had cars that had way more miles. I had to get it fixed, and now, I am having issues with the gear shift getting stuck - that’s why I can’t go into reverse or park. Now, I have to take it back in to see what this problem is going to cost me. I will never buy a Nissan again. My next car will be a Honda.

I purchased a 2005 Maxima in December 2012 from a private party. I test drove the car and had it checked out by a local mechanic. He basically just did a once over check on fluids, mechanical, brakes, suspension, tires, etc. and ok'd the vehicle. It had a little over 140,000 miles on the odometer but that did not really concern me, knowing Nissan's reputation for longevity and dependability. About one week after I had purchased the car, the engine light came on. I had it checked at the local Advance Auto and was told that it was an O2 sensor. They cleared the fault, and it was ok for another week.

I would have easily given my Maxima four stars if it weren't for the transmission problem that has now stranded me twice and what is clearly an issue that Nissan should recall. I own a 2006 Maxima that I bought in 2008 with only 24K miles. In 2011, with only about 76K miles, I had the same experience that everyone else has covered. I took it into a Nissan dealer that told me my generation was known to have transmission issues. However, after the diagnosis, I was told my vehicle was not one that had the known transmission issues and that I only needed to have the valve body replaced. Nissan fixed the valve body then (at a cost of $1,650) and now, a year and a half later, at 109K miles, the car experienced the same issues (as it did in 2011) and left me stranded on the side of the road. Nissan now tells me the entire transmission needs to be replaced (at a cost of $3,100).

I have been having issues with my 2005 Nissan Maxima transmission like the rest of the reviews here - same problems. When the car has warmed up and in the lower gears, it hesitates and makes terrible clanking noises from the transmission. I am scared to put it on the road. I am very disappointed in Nissan and the fact that they will not own up to the problems and help fix them. I will never own another Nissan.

I have a 2005 Nissan Maxima and am having all the same transmission problems as everyone else. It takes up to seven seconds to shift from park to reverse, followed by a loud thud. It does the same going from park to drive. It also slips from 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd. The engine will rev high, come back down, and then shift, causing a very hard jerk on the transmission, thus causing engine mount problems. I have been in touch with Safercar.gov and submitted a complaint and am going to do so with the BBB against Nissan of North America. I have taken the car to the dealership, and they tell me I need to flush my tranny, which I didn't think you were supposed to do in a 6th generation Maxima. Please, if anyone has these problems, file a complaint with Safercar.gov, the more complaints, the faster a recall will be put out. I have yet to fix my car and am researching the problem every day. Please contact me if you have some info on how to fix issue besides a shift kit from TransGo. Let’s get this issue resolved together people. Thanks for your time and please feel free to contact me.

I purchased a 2004 Nissan Maxima. It had about 51,000 miles on it and handled great. About 4 months later, the engine started to have high revs due to a delay in the transmission changing gears. The issue would only happen once the engine got warm. Once it started, it went downhill quickly. The car stranded me on the highway twice because the transmission was stuck in 5th gear. The engine revs to over 7000 RPMs waiting on the transmission to change and when it does, the gears slam down so hard that it will throw you forward in the seat. The gears slip when changing from 2nd to 3rd or from 4th to 5th.

I am the owner of a 2005 Nissan Maxima SE and I also had to have the transmission replaced in the third and final year of the warranty. Thank God I was a few days shy of the end of the warranty so it was covered. I had the same hard jerking when driving and RPM rev up for no reason. It was very dangerous. Now, this past year, the car developed a knocking sound under the hood. I have been told that now, I need the engine and transmission mounts replaced. I also have oil leaking from around the seal. I've seen other complaints on here about needing these replaced as well. It angers me to see that so many Nissan Maxima owners are having the same problems and nothing is being done about this. I always thought that Nissan produced high-quality cars and that they stood behind their products. I guess I was wrong. I will never, ever buy another Nissan.

Well, after a week of having trouble when shifting automatic from 2 - 3 gears, I had set appointment for today to have it looked at. But guess what, the car stopped in the middle of the damn road on my way home last night. It will not shift gears. Thank God, I was not too far from home and kept going to the side of road. Turn it off and then back on, put it on reverse and then to drive, and it would pick up only the first gear. I slowly made it home. I only have 86,000 miles on it. I called AAMCO, and they gave me an estimate of $3,000-3,600 to fix it. The manager said that he has had many 2005 Maximas with this problem. Their "valve body" (I think is what he said?) is made with very soft poor metal, and it’s no good. He said it’s a known problem. I wish I would have known. I'm just about two months away from finishing my loan on it, and now I'm in a hole :( Never, never ever buying Nissan again!

I just bought a 2005 Nissan Maxima. The car was amazing. It looks and drives beautiful and then one month after I bought it, the transmission is letting go. It has 160,000 km on it. The cost will be over $4,000 to fix it at the Nissan dealer. My wife and I are devastated because we had a 2000 VW Jetta that was a lemon from day 1 and now we upgraded to a Nissan Maxima and here we go again. We have an old '94 Dodge van that is still running great. Before that, we had a '91 Dodge van, the same thing, excellent. Before that, we had an old Chrysler New Yorker. We drove it until the wheels fell off. These foreign cars are not cutting it in my experiences. We are trying to dump this Maxima and go back to North American cars.

I bought this 05 Maxima and it has given me problems from day one. The AC compressor wasn't working properly. Then, the transmission started acting up around 75k miles or so. I took it to the Nissan dealership who reluctantly "fixed" the issue - two days having my car. However, that did not fix the issue. Now, my car cannot go 10 miles and over 60 miles per hour on the highway without it jerking and slipping. I then have to pull over (on a bridge going downward), turn off my car, count to 100 and turn on the ignition and drive hoping gravity allows the car to pick up enough speed so when I go into the lane, I am not met with beeping and expletives (I live in Florida - Road Rage capital).

As many others stated, I initially started having issues with my 2006 Nissan Maxima after it reached a little more than 90,000 miles. It started with a delay/hesitation when switching from park to drive (approximately 5-7 seconds) after I had been driving the car for a while and it was nice and warmed up. Initially, I never had this delay/hesitation in switching gears when the car was cold (i.e. when I first got in it in the morning). I bought my car with 6,000 miles on it in 2006 and have enjoyed driving it ever since, that is until I started having these delays in shifting, which progressively got worse. I took my car to the Nissan dealership and thoroughly explained what was going on with my car. This was back in April 2012 and the dealership informed me that my transmission fluid was dirty and it needed to be "flushed". I paid the money to have this done and it appeared to do the trick for about a week or two and then I started having the same issues again.

I purchased a 2004 Nissan Maxima after extensive research as a left over in January 2005. The car was garaged 95% of the time and serviced by the dealership until the warranty expired. Traveling from South Carolina to Pennsylvania, the ABS and brake lights illuminated. Standard brakes were still operational. Subsequently, I drove the car to the Faulkner dealership in Harrisburg. Here the mechanics determined there was a fault code indicating an entire ABS replacement. They also found rust on the floorboards under the front wheel wells. Add this to a sunroof motor failure just days prior to the ABS brakes failing. Stranded in Harrisburg, I did a little research and quickly identified a TSB on Maxima brakes. Nissan owners posted on this subject frequently, as well as rust under the floorboards and sunroof failure. I shared my findings with the dealership when they called to announce the nearly $5K in repairs needed for the Maxima.

Around 65,000 miles, I started having transmission issues. I brought my car back and they changed a sensor, which was covered under warranty. Then about 5,000 miles later, the transmission started banging into gears. I couldn't drive more than approximately 10 miles before it would get stuck into gear. If I turned the car off for an hour, it would be fine to drive another 10 miles or so. I called Nissan a few times and they told me that I had to bring it to their mechanics and I had to pay a diagnostic fee. I chose to bring it to my mechanic when the service engine soon came on. I don't see how Nissan cannot be held responsible for their vehicles. After reading these posts, it's obvious that the 2004-2005 Maximas have transmission issues around the same mileage and Nissan should be held accountable for that!

Transmission problem in Nissan Maxima 2005 - I bought a brand new Nissan Maxima 2005. Ever since, all I am having is problem and nothing else. Transmission is gone while it was just under 70K miles. The paint is getting rusty. I will never recommend them to anyone. Stay away from Nissan.

Two years ago, I purchased a 2004 Maxima. From day one, the car has given us problems. We have taken it to the dealer on several occasions. It jerks while driving it. It jerks so hard my neck hurts me now. I have tried to hold out but I feel this car is going to kill me and my granddaughter. I have not got the money to continue taking it to the shop and pay my car note. Nissan should own up to this horrible mistake and recall these vehicles before someone gets killed. All these complaints cannot be wrong for the same vehicle and transmission problem.

I have owned this 2005 Maxima since new. I had a transmission problem and took it to a dealer. They said nothing was wrong. At 70,000, it started having problem with down shifting from 2nd to 1st. Nissan needs to own up and fix the problem. Nissan customer service is terrible. I will not buy again from Nissan. This is the third Nissan I have owned. Do something Nissan.

I will never buy another Nissan. I have one with 83,000 miles and the transmission is gone. It's sad to say my wife has a 1997 Jeep Cherokee with 163,798 miles on it and it's more dependable than a 2005 Nissan Maxima SE that is supposed to be a top of the line car. This is sad for what you pay for these cars.

I purchased a 2005 Nissan Maxima SL in 2006 with 19k+ miles. I have had it serviced regularly at the dealership it was purchased. It now has 109k miles and recently, it started to jerk going from 1st to 2nd gear. It does not do this all the time but when it does, it can be a violent jolt! It has also started to rev high while sitting at a red light and will even "slip" before moving forward. The dealership states that I need to replace the front and rear engine mounts as they are worn out ($1,100). They are also telling me to replace the transmission ($3,100). The trade value is approximately $7,500 - $8,500. From reading all the other reviews, it would appear that Nissan is well aware of these ongoing issues with 2004 - 2007 Maximas but choose to do nothing in the form of any relief for the consumer. Why? They know their product and know this is a safety concern.

I own a 2007 Maxima and I initially was looking for any complaint or recalls on Maximas airbags. Then, I found this site of complaints about the transmission and I see that there are many who are having the same problems that I am having with my 2007 Maxima. I am experiencing the same violent jerking when I shift from park. Also when I am stopped at a light and begin to drive, the car jerks badly and is slow to take off so I have to always look in my rear view mirror and pray that no one is driving closely behind me so that they don't hit me, not realizing that my car is not accelerating normally. Even when I am turning a corner, the car jerks and stalls really bad.

On October 10, 2012, the power tilt in the steering column started malfunctioning in my 2009 Nissan Maxima. This is a safety issue. The column has the potential to move while in motion, and in my case would move into the far down position every time I turned on the car. I took the car to Priority Nissan in Chesterfield, VA. The dealer diagnosed that the power tilt motor had failed. Wyatt ** informed me there was a service bulletin on this item NTB09094, and suggested I call Nissan Customer Affairs. It cost $100 for the diagnosis and estimate to fix was $495.03, invoice #**.

When driving my 2006 Nissan Maxima, I feel that the first and second gear is jerking and shifting hard like a mule is kicking me in the rear. It goes on for days and when I slow down and about to come to a stop, it also kicks and jerks real bad and sometimes it just won’t go at all. After I let the car sit for a minute and shift from park to drive, it hesitates for at least 7 to 10 seconds and jumps real bad and goes into drive. I took it to my local Nissan dealer and they couldn't find anything wrong with the transmission; however, they said I need to get my transmission flush for $400. But they did charge me for the diagnostics test which cost $89. Even though I paid to get my transmission flush at my mechanic shop a lot cheaper according to Nissan, the problem is still going on. What should a person do? I have kept up all the maintenance on this vehicle. I am really scared that it may affect my motor mounts with this jerking.

I purchased a brand new 2012 Nissan Maxima from Crown Nissan of Greenville in November 2011. I drove the car a couple of weeks and I started hearing a knocking noise coming from under the hood. My husband thought maybe the noise was normal. The noise wouldn't go away. I took it back to the dealership and they couldn't find anything wrong with it, and after a couple of weeks, I took the car in for the same complaint and an oil change. The manager and I test drove another 2012 Maxima and about 5 minutes of driving, he told me to pull over and we both got out and that Maxima had the same knocking noise that mine had and he said that it was normal in the 2012 models, so I really did believe that.

I have a 2004 Nissan Maxima with a violently jerking transmission. It feels like a bucking bronco. This is a known Nissan problem. I have seen hundreds of people posting the exact same issue. There is even a class action lawsuit. Nissan will not recall it, but they need to because it's very dangerous.