2004 Nissan Maxima: sunroof shattered

Filed Feb 16, 2017 · 112,346 miles · VA

The glass of the skyview sun roof shattered. At the time discovered the vehicle was parked.

Filed Dec 4, 2015 · Visibility · 137,000 miles · TN

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan maxima. The contact stated that while driving at 35 MPH, there was a loud explosive noise from the vehicle. The contact discovered that the sunroof had shattered. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 04v326000 (visibility). The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 137,000.

Filed Dec 13, 2006 · Visibility · 45,000 miles · TX

Dt*: the contact stated while entering the vehicle from the front driver side door, the sunroof glass shattered without warning. The dealer was alerted.

Filed Dec 3, 2005 · Visibility · 88,000 miles · MS

Was driving and power moon roof exploded. Almost wrecked on interstate from the noise. Fortunately shade was closed and glass did not come in and injure anyone. Nissan currently has a recall on the skyview moon roof but the description listed on their site is exactly what happened to my moon roof.

Filed Nov 3, 2005 · Visibility · 39,650 miles · PR

While driving on the highway during the night, the glass of the electric sunroof shattered and broke. It was raining, so the roof lining and the sunroof cover got damaged by the water. There is no physical evidence of anything hitting and breaking the glass. The dealer refused to perform the repair under warranty, even though there is a recall of other maximas for similar problems (with the skyview). The parts are ordered and will arrive in 2 to 3 weeks. The old parts are still on the car, which can not be used when raining. The total estimated bill is going to be over $2,800 for parts and labor.

Filed Jun 2, 2005 · Suspension, Tires · 14,500 miles · NY

Dt: consumer leased new maxima. About 6 months later had to replace a tire. Took vehicle to service dealer and had replacement. Over this weekend a different tire came off while driving, but the repaired tire has slits in the tread as all the other ones do as well. The dealer noted this was a problem with the 2004 maxima. Also there is shock problems known to nissan but no recalls but dealers are aware of this and must replace those issues including the sunroof which apparently can shatter under extreme heat. Car is currently in shop for repair.

Filed Feb 16, 2005 · Brakes, Tires · GA

The driver noticed while driving,a squeaking noise was heard coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle started vibrating uncontrollably. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the structure of the vehicle was design defect from the manufacturer. A fix was not available at this time. *nm two months after purchase, the brakes began to squeal. Dealer said it was a creep groan and could not repair the problem. Consumer experienced 4 flat tires (goodyear p245/45r18 - model # 96vs2eagrs-avsbrptl) all found to have defective splits called sidewalk circumferential cracks. Consumer received a safety recall notice regarding a sun roof shatter condition.

Filed Oct 22, 2004 · Body, Visibility · 1,300 miles · OH

While driving 50 MPH a loud explosion occurred. Rear tailgate glass and sun roof glass shattered without any impact. Then, a year later, a recall for the sun roof glass was issued.

Filed Sep 27, 2004 · Visibility · TX · 1 injury

I was driving to work & I heard and felt a blow and heard air from the outside, and then I looked up and saw my sun roof was shattered. I was freaking out, and drove to the dealership. They knew this sun roof was a recall. I was never notified nor received a letter from nissan. I had glass, and my arm and my back and my 17 month old daughter car seat had glass all over it, and pieces of glass in it's fabric. I will never put her back in her car seat nor will my family, nor I feel safe ever again. Although the dealership fixed the problem. I do not feel safe!!! I feel nissan should reimburse me for my baby's car seat, and put me into another vehicle. I will tell my fmaily & friends not to buy this car from nissan. It's not safe at all!!!

Filed Jul 26, 2004 · Visibility · 5,600 miles · NJ

The sun roof glass shattered while driving on the highway. Consumer pulled over to a rest area before the glass entered the cabin of the vehicle. It was towed to a local dealership, who provided a temporary fix by removing the loose pieces of glass, and covering the sunroof with a plastic material. Investigation #pe04-035 was issued on this problem. *ak

Filed Jun 9, 2004 · Visibility · NV

While driving sun roof glass exploded. No injuries reported. Consumer was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer, and mechanic determined that the glass was defective,and replaced it.

Filed Mar 31, 2004 · Body · 5,100 miles · NJ

I was driving on the highway at 65 MPH then all of a sudden I hear a loud popping noise. I became startled and swerved. I looked up and saw that the glass on my skyview sunroof was shattered. There were no cars next to me nor any trees overhead.