Yes the tire sensor light is on and the suspension has gone out and I have been advised that it needs struts and sway bar links and that I can not drive it or it will cause a wreck/collision.. Nissan has a recall on Nissan maximas for suspension but said my model is not included and what is recalled on other maximas is exactly what’s wrong with mine! My car sounds like it’s about to fall apart.
2010 Nissan Maxima suspension problems
29 complaints (11% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 78,123. 1 crash reported.
- owner complaints
- 29
- of this car's complaints
- 11%
- typical mileage
- 78,123
- crashes
- 1
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Multiple axle1
- Front1
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Nissan Maxima suspension problems in other years
Related recalls
Suspension
- What is wrong
- Nissan is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 altima and maxima passenger cars. The upper front strut insulators may have been manufactured out of specification resulting in a potential for the strut insulator to crack.
- Risk
- If the strut insulator is cracked, there is a potential for the strut rod to come out of its mounting position, which could affect vehicle stability and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Nissan will notify owners and dealers will replace both left and right side front strut insulators free of charge. The safety recall began october 2009. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-nissan1 (1‑800‑647‑7261).
Recall number 09V358000 · Recall details
What 2010 Nissan Maxima owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal sound coming from the front wheels. The stabili-trak and ABS warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the tire pressure warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed passenger’s side CV axle, cracked struts on the front driver's side and front passenger's side. In addition, the axle on the front driver's side would need to be replaced soon. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 260,000.
Passenger side strut insulator is cracked
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while driving at 60 MPH, the steering wheel began to violently shake without warning as his vehicle also began to wobble uncontrollably. The contact stated that the wobbling came to a stop once he released his foot off the accelerator pedal. The contact had taken the vehicle to an independent mechanic where the vehicle was diagnosed with a cracked strut insulator. Upon investigation, the contact discovered the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 09V358000 (Suspension) which he linked to the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 148,000.
My transmission sounds very loud when I accelerate until I get to about 55 MPH. It seems to feel rough as well during that period. This happens every time I accelerate. My passenger seat doesn't blow cold air
For while the car would vibrate when hitting even the slide is bump causing instability in not only steering noises clicking but once we save enough money to pay for the fix finally finding out it was the insulator for the strut this part of the same recall which stated this insulator was a different manufacturer therefore not applicable to this recall
Tl* the contact owns a 2010 nissan maxima. The contact stated that the strut insulator was fractured. The contact stated that the fracture caused a power steering fluid leak. Additionally, the set of tires were replaced along with the motor mounts due to the failure. The tire pressure warning was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who referenced the failure to the federal safety agency campaign number: 09v358000 (suspension). The vehicle was taken to town north nissan (9160 research blvd, austin, tx 78758) however, the dealer provided no assistance. The manufacturer was contacted and informed of the failure but offered no assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
Cracked strut housings on my 2010 nissan maxima .. Badly. Feels unstable in motion
My transmission began making a winning noise, then it got louder and louder. Now my transmission is done. There have been lots of complaints about the make and model vehicle. I gave a CVT transmission. Also have issues with struts.had noise since 2019.
I've had my car for a little over a year and only one owner before me, it has been maintained well. My car has been making a noise for months now so I finally took it to a dealership (on august 3, 2019) and was told nothing was wrong. Not even a week later it broke down almost 2 hours from my house. Other than the knocking noise (which including a popping noise), uneven tire wear (had a blow out on 65 3 hours from home), it started not accelerating when I was at a stop sign or light. It still runs, but I've spent over $500 within a months time trying to receive answers and haven't yet. I see recalls for other years as in the suspension/strut insulator cracking. Also, I've seen other complaints about transmissions slipping and nissan not wanting to fix them. I am now expecting my first child and have no form of transportation due to nissan and their dealerships not knowing basic car knowledge nor wanting their customers safe and satisfied.
Questions about the 2010 Nissan Maxima suspension
Does the 2010 Nissan Maxima have suspension problems?
Owners have filed 29 complaints about the suspension of the 2010 Nissan Maxima, 11% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2010 Nissan Maxima suspension problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 78,123 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2010 Nissan Maxima suspension?
Yes, 1 recall: 09V358000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Nissan Maxima have bad suspension?
The Nissan Maxima model years with the most suspension complaints are 2004 (102 complaints), 2009 (36 complaints) and 2010 (29 complaints).
Other 2010 Nissan Maxima problems
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