2004 Nissan Maxima: headlights failing or too dim

Filed Dec 2, 2010 · Lights · KY

Safety issue when dimming headlights, lamps completely turn off - yes no headlamps in the middle of the night is a serious problem.

Filed Apr 11, 2008 · Brakes, Electrical · 26,000 miles · NJ · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 nissan maxima. Since the vehicle was purchased, the contact has experienced failures with the radio and headlights, the rotors were replaced three times, the front coil springs were replaced twice, and the battery wiring burned. Currently, the transmission pulls when the vehicle is accelerated. The vehicle will be taken to the dealer to diagnose the transmission failure. The manufacturer stated that no recalls were available for any of the failures. The current mileage was 49,000 and failure mileage was 26,000.

Filed Jun 19, 2006 · Lights · 42,000 miles · NJ

Dt*: the contact stated the turn signal bar was loose, and the turn signal lights were not illuminating, however the headlights were. The vehicle was taken to dealer who determined someone intentionally broke the signal bar. The vehicle was taken to the dealer with a loose signal bar. After the vehicle was inspected, the bar was broken. Updated 07/05/06.

Filed Mar 29, 2006 · Lights · 58,000 miles · MS

Dt*: the contact stated the turn signal switch and the headlight switch are located on the same lever. When pushing up to turn the right signal on, the headlight switch inadvertently gets turned on, causing the headlights to go off. This has happened once at night at a highway speed of 55 MPH. The dealership has not been notified. Updated 4/11/2006 -

Filed Feb 25, 2006 · Electrical, Engine · 10,522 miles · CA

10,522k miles,- I broke down due to failure of alternator and battery. Dealership replaced both. 15,358k miles,- I complained about a loud rattling noise, like a flat tire rattling grinding noise and car feeling shaky.= dealership found no problem. Continuing driving my car thinking everything is ok. I bought it brand new so I shouldn't really worry. I was wrong for thinking that. 27,500 mi. -I broke down again got towed to the dealership,where they replaced another alternator. 27,732-I brought it back to dealership, because I just thought the noise my car still made didn't seem right.= dealership resecured heatshield 3. 26'099 mi.-r/f headlight bulb burnt out. Dealer fixed that one. 28'071 mi.-left side front headlight burnt out. Dealer replaced . 29,276 mi.- I paid $300.00 for my major service that was due for my car, also thinking maybe my car wouldn't be as noisy as it is. Maybe the dealership might find the problem. 31'431 mi.- I still hear the grinding noise,the cover under engine was loose, my air conditioner was not cold enough, and the center console was loose.=this time the dealership said it was the heat shield for the grinding noise, they fixed the loose cover under engine,fixed center console, and replaced low pressure hose in the A/C. 31'813 mi.- car still making the grinding noise, I hear knocking noises from the back of the car when I reverse, and the a/t light stays on longer than normal,then turnes off.= dealer replaced front exaust pipe, said the knocking noise I hear in the back of the car, is from the aftermarket air cleaner.(that is in the front of car).when I picked up my car from the dealership, I felt like this time my car was going to be fixed.I got in my headed for home.I heard the same noise I have been complaining about since 15,358 mi.I turned around brought right back in to service.=they replaced the rear manifold and cat converter.I picked up my car but I still hear the noise my car makes and it is louder when turning.

Filed Oct 18, 2005 · Lights · 37,000 miles · TN

Dt: there was a problem with the headlights and fog lights not working. When the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer to be repaired they told him that the bulbs were getting hot, which caused them to blow. Out. The problem first started on november 1, 2004. *ak

Filed Feb 22, 2005 · Suspension · IL

I will include all of my problems I have had with my 04 maxima se. The first major probem I had was my front right strut went out and had to be replaced. Problem fixed. Next, problem was on occasoion my car wouldnt start first dealer trip they told me their was no problem and the next time leave the car dead and have the car towed. So, it happend again had the car towed and then they replaced the battery which I had to pay for the pro-rated battery. So, it happend again had the car towed and now they replaced the electrial module that controls the headlights. Problem has been fine for 2 weeks +. Now the left front strut went out and wondering when I should bring the car in again. I have 25000 mile and not yet 2yrs old and the car has been in for repair atleast 7 times. I hate my 35k dollar car.