2001 Nissan Maxima suspension problems

Filed Oct 16, 2022 · Fuel system, Steering · MS

Unknown. Recently bought vehicle, it's in great condition other than there is noticeable problems with the front and rear steering and suspension, missing airbags with no sign of being wrecked, windows and window buttons don't work as well as power seat, and a awful gas smell and fume. Inside vehicle after. Pumping gas. Wanting to see about any recalls or defects that can be fixed without out of pocket costs if at all possible . Don't know the vehicles recall or repair history.

Filed Feb 5, 2016 · Airbags, Suspension · IL

I see on your website my model year 2001 nissan maxima was recalled for air bags. I have never been notified that there was a recall for the air bags. Also there was a recall on the suspension control arm transverse link pins. I don't ever remember seeing a recall for that either

Filed Feb 5, 2016 · Body, Engine · 177,000 miles · IL

The lower radiator support beam rusted out causing the engine support to brake free from the beam. Now the entire lower support beam needs to be replaced at an extremely high cost of labor and parts. This is a common problem according to all the car websites and the youtube videos showing how to change out the beam. I do not see any recalls for this. For as many people who seem to have had this problem it should have been recalled. People were having this problem 5 yrs ago according to the videos and reports. According to the body shop this is a major problem and they have seen a lot of this type of corrosion issues with this nissan model and year. According to what I have been told a very serious accident can occur while driving this vehicle if the beam breaks while in motion at high speed. There are still a large number of this year and make on the street and no warnings have been given to the public.

Filed May 10, 2015 · Suspension · 120,000 miles · NC

My suspension has to be fix.

Filed Apr 2, 2014 · Acceleration, Airbags · 187,000 miles · CA

I was at a red light, when it turned green I pushed the gas pedal and it would go. I had to use extreme force for the car to go. Ever since february 2014, its been happening every day. I'm scared the gas pedal's going to get stuck and ill crash. When I turn I hear a knocking noise coming from the tire/suspension.

Filed Sep 23, 2013 · Engine, Steering · 100,000 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2001 nissan maxima. The contact stated that the front control arm and motor mount failed. The contact also stated that the power steering assist failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure was confirmed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was contacted about the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.

Filed Sep 29, 2010 · Suspension · 97,000 miles · MD

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 nissan maxima. The contact stated that whenever the vehicle drove over a bump, he heard a knocking sound. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop where the contact was informed that the lower control arm needed to be replaced. The contact called the manufacturer and referenced recall 02v146000 (suspension: front lower control arm) but was told that the vehicle was not included. The current and failure mileages were approximately 97,000.

Filed Jul 7, 2010 · Suspension · 59,000 miles · FL

Tl*the contact owns 2001 nissan maxima. The contact stated that there was a knocking and grounding sound in the steering column. The dealer stated that the vehicle was not a part of the federal safety agency recall campaign number 02v146000, suspension although the failure was identical to the recall. The failure and current mileages were 59000.

Filed May 1, 2009 · Suspension · 88,722 miles · CA

The pin at the end of the front suspension transverse link (lower control arm) broke off where it is mounted to the frame. This is causing a knocking sound and abnormal steering. This is resulting in difficulty controlling the vehicle. The right front wheel fell off. I called the manufacturer regarding recall notice 02v146000. They stated that my VIN number is not included in this recall, even though I am experiencing the same problem with the same make, model, year of auto. We have tried to replace the pin, but have been unsuccessful.

Filed Apr 17, 2009 · Suspension · 105,000 miles · TX

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 nissan maxima. While driving 5 MPH, the contact heard a knocking sound coming from the vehicle. He stated that the steering veers from left to right repeatedly during braking. The vehicle was taken to a suspension shop and the mechanic stated that the lower control arm failed. The mechanic mentioned hearing about a recall and advised the contact to have the vehicle inspected. The dealer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 02v146000 (suspension:front:control arm:lower arm). The vehicle will be repaired because the contact feels it is unsafe to drive. The failure mileage was 105,000 and current mileage was 108,000.