Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan maxima. The contact stated that while driving, the transmission independently shifted gears abnormally. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop where it was diagnosed that the transmission was defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 80,000 and current mileage was 104,000. The consumer stated the vehicle did not shift properly between 1st and 2nd gear, sometimes not shifting at all. The rmps' were up, but there was no movement. It also responded with a thumping noise when downshifting. Updated 12/05/11
2006 Nissan Maxima transmission complaints
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2006 maxima transmission problems. I purchased the vehicle new. 95,000 on it and the transmission is shot. Nissan must make us whole on this.
I would like to add my info to the case you have open concerning the nissan maxima line of cars and the transmission. I have less than 80,000 miles on my 2006 maxima and have been experiencing transmission problems. It started with not being able to get into gear after a cold start early in the mornings, that would last about 2 minutes. After pulling out of the driveway and rolling down the hill the car would act fine. I was told a transmission flush would correct the problem from a nissan tech over the phone. Now it is more serious, when placing it in gear it makes a loud thump sound. It sounds like I tearing up something and I know that will lead to more problems. The car is currently sitting in the carport making it difficult for me to get to work. I purchased the car in 08 so I am still making car notes on a vehicle that is not usable.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan maxima. The contact stated while driving approximately 15 MPH and shifting from second to first the vehicle would jerk excessively. The vehicle was inspected by the dealer who advised her that she replaced the transmission fluid. After having the fluid replaced she noticed that the shifting became worse. The failure mileage was approximately 69,200. Updated 07/21/11 *bf the consumer stated the transmission was replaced because it would not shift from first to second gear. Updated 07/22/11
I have a 2006, nissan maxima se. I've been having severe problems with my transmission. The car jerks violently when its changes gears between 1st and 2nd, as well as between 2nd and 3rd gear. After doing research on this problem online, I've seen countless number of people who complain about the same problem. I called nissan and all they said was if there is ever a recall, then keep your receipt and you will be reimbursed. That's not good enough. So many people have experienced this problem from 2004 to 2008. I dont see how this could go on. A "reputable" company, such as nissan, putting out a product that they know is defective. Its not fair to the consumer. To pay over $36,000 for a vehicle and to have a problem like this is wrong. What has to happen? Do people need to die first before this problem is addressed? Like the issue that toyota had in regards to their accelerators getting stuck. Does someone have to bring this to the attention of a national media program, like dateline or 20/20 and bring to light how bad nissan is treating its customers and how the federal safety agency isn't doing anything to help the public with this issue? I'm hoping that this letter will get through to someone who really cares and will take action to help the consumer get some justice. The president made an emphasis on companies putting out quality vehicles and helped bail out some of the auto makers. Hopefully someone will help this consumer with this problem.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan maxima. The contact stated the vehicle would violently jerk when shifting from first to second gear. Once the vehicle began to accelerate it would accelerate at a slower rate than usual. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was advised to flush the transmission fluid. The transmission fluid was flushed, but the failure began to recur a few days later. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. The failure and current mileages were 70,000. The VIN was unavailable.
For the past month, my 2006 nissan maxima has been having some problems with the transmission. When driving, as the car shift between gears 1-3, there are some loud noises and the car jerks forward with every gearshift. This is very dangerous when driving in traffic as the jerks propel the car forward between every gearshift. I did a computer diagnostic on the car and the results were that there is a problem with the valve body assembly on the transmission. I then went online and saw that there are hundreds of complaints regarding the same issue and all of the cars, were between 2005 -2008 and mileage ranged from 78000 to 95000. With all of these complaints that are online of the same problem with this car, I am surprised that there are no recalls for this particular car's problems. It is very clear that there are some major defects with this particular transmission. Called a transmission repair shop and they verified the same problem with many nissan maxima cars that have been repaired at its shop. There projected repair prices range from $3000-$4000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan maxima se. The contact was driving approximately 20 MPH when the transmission began jerking with excessive hesitation. The failure recurred whenever the transmission shifted into any gear range. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they informed that the transmission would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 120,000. The VIN was unavailable.
There is a factory problem with the 04-06 nissan maxima automatic transmissions. Mine is a 06, it jerks whenever it goes from 3rd to 2nd, also from drive to reverse. It happens once the car warms up. Usually after the 50k miles, some after 85k miles. The problem is in the valve body, it has been redesigned by nissan 3 times already, and they say there are no problems with the transmission. Once the valve body is not working as it should, it produces internal damage also inside the transmission, then it will brake motor (en gine) and transmission mounts, it is a serious problem. Also to go from second to third the engine will go need to go athigh revolutions, it may kill the engine. And an engine dead in middle of traffic is a receipt for a serious accident. I hope you can address this and make nissan fix their problems. It is unbelievable that in a car that costs 30k+ new has a serious design flaw.
Hello my name is [xxx] and I have a 2006 nissan maxima sl with 76k. This car has seemed to be more of a headache than anything else. Here are a list of problems. 1.) transmission: jerks bad, free rev's bad, jumps from park to drive and reverse baaad. 2.) ABS system: the system initiated itself and I took it to midas there scanner read that there were no problems but still (to this day) bad grinding when I brake and rubbing sound when I accelerate. (happening for 3 days now) 3.) car was making bad clicking noise while engine was on....diagnosis from dealership; timing chain $1200.00 noise is still sounding after replacement. Please I have read countless forums hoping that I wasn't the only one....the transmission especially is defective please! Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Transmission jerks very badly from 1st to 2nd gear. This appears to be a common defect in my model. There needs to be a recall.
I purchased my 2006 nissan maxima sl on 4/12/11 and two days later started having transmission problems at 113000 miles. According to a local transmission repair shop and aamco, I will need a newly designed transmission valve body (approx $1500), new, or rebuilt transmission ($3000-$4000). Car jerks into 1st gear at low speed. When looking online I saw numerous other complaints exactly like mine, indicating a problem with the vehicle transmission valve body. There appears to be an obvious systematic defect by nissan. This problem could easily occur if attempting to pass another vehicle or pulling into traffic on a freeway. This problem also qualifies as a serious safety issue as lives could be lost. Nissan should recall the 2004-2006 year model maximas to ensure noone loses their life.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan maxima. While attempting to shift gears, the engine exhibited an abnormal increase in rpms. Also, the gear would not engage and had to be shifted with abrupt force. The failure was experienced numerous times. The vehicle was taken to the local mechanic who performed a diagnostic and advised that the transmission failed and would either need to be rebuilt or replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 81,000 and the current 90,221.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan maxima. While driving approximately 25 MPH, the vehicle began to jerk violently. The contact stated the failure recurred at different speeds intermittently but would jerk violently while decelerating. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the transmission was flushed. The mechanic informed the contact that the transmission needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 89,000.
My 2006 nissan maxima started having transmission problems at 75000 miles. According to aamco, I will need a new or rebuilt transmission. Car jerks into 1st gear at low speed. When looking online I saw numerous other complaints exactly like mine, indicating a problem with the vehicle is a defect.
2006 nissan maxima, when transmission is warmed up car hard shifts from first to second gear. Hard jerk when decelerating or accelerating after a small deceleration as well. Bought the car used with 67k miles on it and problem started around 90k. Have searched the internet for solutions and have come across thousands of similar complaints. Seems nissan has no clue as to why the problem occurs and only solution found is spending 3-5k dollars to replace the transmission.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan maxima. The contact was driving 25 MPH when the vehicle began to slip gears and stalled. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the dealer stated that the transmission would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact also stated that the front brakes were wearing prematurely at very low mileage and were replaced three times within one year. The contact stated the vehicle is very unsafe to drive. The failure mileage was 60,000.
My 2006 nissan maxima se with 84,000 miles on it is having major auto transmission problems, especially jerking into first gear when slowing down, or starting to go. I took it to a transmission specialist. Nothing shows up on the computer scans, indicating the transmission has to be replaced or rebuilt. Looking online, this appears to be a problem experienced by many other people, including other model years using the same transmission. The cost to repair is approx $3000.00, and appears to be a manufacturing defect, generally becoming obvious at about 65,000 miles.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan maxima. The contact was driving approximately 65 MPH when the vehicle jerked forward abnormally. The contact stated there was a popping sound coming from the transmission. The contact stated the failure was constant at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the mechanic advised that the transmission needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was not contacted and the vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 92,000. The VIN was not available.
I was proceeding in my car on a major street always traveled by eighteen wheeler trucks when my transmission failed in my car. 2006 nissan maxima. The eighteen wheeler driver slammed on the brakes missing me my inches seeing I never touched my brakes, hence no brake lights.. Actually I was revving the engine praying the gears would catch to possibly get me out of this situation. I could have died!!!! I was praying the whole time and I will continue to sent it to the shop to get repaired. Someone will die with this type of problem. I came very close today. If someone has to die for nissan to admit this is a serious problem I hope the families get properly compensated cause I am letting the world know about this problem. I took the drivers information and another witness and had the car towed one block from the incident.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan maxima. The contact stated that while driving 20 MPH and above, the vehicle would jerk very violently when going from second to first gears. The dealer advised that the transmission would need to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 89,079. The VIN was unavailable.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan maxima. The contact stated that while attempting to accelerate from a stop, there was an increase in engine rpms but the vehicle was extremely resistant to acceleration attempts. After a few moments the vehicle jerked and shifted into gear. The failure intermittently recurred while accelerating from complete stops. The contact also stated that the vehicle would intermittently jerk while braking from any speed. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop where they were unable to diagnose the failure. The failure continued and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 86,000 and the current mileage was 87,000. Updated 05/04/11 *bf the consumer stated the transmission began slipping the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, and the transmission fluid was flushed. Updated 11/04/11
2006 nissan maxima 3.5sl slams into gear it is loud and scary and is the car jerking occurs when driving forward on a straight away and when you put it drive or reverse. Had to have motor mounts put on car because of the hard slamming, dealer change transmission fluid still know change, I thought it was the transmission never showed up on the diagnostic check did keep the parts when motor mounts were changed out, but I think they are broken again because the engine shifts.
Transmission. I just purchased a 2006 maxima. It will shift very hard from first to second. It is jerking, thrusting forward and there is a major delay when you switch from drive to reverse. It is knocking when shifting from park to drive. It does this when the transmission warms up a bit. When downshifting to 2-1, it smacked real hard at a light. I was in the car with my family. This is not good. It would appear that nissan tried to develop a tranmission that could think for you. It is currently back at the dealership awaiting testing. Please recall those transmissions now before these units get too old.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan maxima. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH and attempting to decelerate, the transmission exhibited a hard downshift. The vehicle was taken to a local transmission repair shop where a diagnosis was performed but no failure codes were produced. The vehicle was then taken to a local mechanic who replaced the transmission fluid, which did not correct the failure. The failure persisted and the vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 96,000 and the current mileage was 110,000. Updated 06/16/11*lj updated 06/27/11
2006 nissan maxima with 90k miles. Transmission slipping when going from neutral to drive, when slowing down and subsequently accelerating and occasionally without any rationale- simply pauses, then jerks into gear- often when in an intersection. It typically it happens when the engine is warmer than not. A transmission service and flush has been done by dealer- and they 'said' they could find nothing wrong. However, it continues.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan maxima. The vehicle was experiencing recurring transmission failures in which it would jerk when shifted into reverse as well as hesitate while accelerating. The hesitations would occur when the vehicle was shifting from first to second gear. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the transmission was flushed. Approximately one month later, the failure began to recur. The failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was 72,667.
Tl* the contact owns 2006 nissan maxima. The contact stated the transmission began slipping and randomly shifting gears. In addition, when decelerating the transmission would cause the vehicle to jerk and shift extremely hard. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the transmission would need to be replaced. The failure mileage was 98,000 and the current mileage was 99,067.
2006 nissan maxima transmission slips from drive to reverse and also in the lower gears like 1st to 2nd and from 2nd to 3rd and also when downshifting to the lower gears it does the same thing.
Tl- the contact owns a 2006 nissan maxima. While driving approximately 10 MPH, attempting to make a left hand turn he noticed that the check engine warning light illuminated and then the vehicle started to violently jerk. He was then unable to shift the vehicle into any other gear besides fourth. The dealer nor manufacturer had not been notified. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where they performed a diagnostic test which concluded that the valve body was not functioning properly and advised the contact to take the vehicle to a transmission shop. The vehicle had not been repaired. The current mileages were 32,000 and the failure mileages were 31,000. Bw
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