2012 Nissan Maxima engine problems

Filed Mar 2, 2023 · Brakes, Engine · 122,000 miles · CA

The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to stop immediately and started shuddering. The oil warning light, ABS, coolant temperature, and the ESP warning light were illuminated. Additionally, the driver's side window failed to operate as needed. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 122,000.

Filed Oct 24, 2022 · Engine · 138,000 miles · OR · fire

The contact owned a 2012 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that after returning from lunch and parking the vehicle at work, almost three hours later he was informed by someone that the vehicle was on fire. The contact walked outside and saw the engine compartment in flames. The contact stated that the engine compartment was completely burned. The fire department was able to extinguish the fire. The fire department filed a fire report. The contact stated that the security cameras showed that no one had tampered with the vehicle before the vehicle caught on fire. The contact stated he was unsure what started the fire, but the hood of the vehicle was completely melted. No one was injured. The contact stated that the vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 138,000.

Filed Jun 9, 2022 · Electrical, Engine · KS

On June 9, 2022 @8:50am I was driving my Nissan Maxima to work and as I was at the stop light waiting to go through the intersection, the car shut off completely cutting off all power. I have push button and no electric was working. My jumper cables were in the trunk but I could not access them because the trunk would not operate without power. Without power my hazards did not even work so I could not let traffic flow know that I was in distress. My car almost was hit 3 separate times because of a faulty part or system built by Nissan needs to get their stuff together and quit putting people in danger. I’m scared to drive it now because it could shut off as I am in the act of driving and that could be catastrophic not only for me but for other innocent people. I will be contacting Nissan and they will be fixing this properly! The car was finally jump started and I was able to drive the rest of the way to work. Let’s see if it starts when I have to leave work? So not cool.

Filed Oct 17, 2021 · Engine · MD

Transmission problems.

Filed May 24, 2020 · Electrical, Engine · 179,000 miles · TX

I had an a.c. Compressor issue 3 years ago and had it replaced by trophy nissan mesquite,texas in 2017. Now 3 years later may of 2020 my compressor has locked up again. It was working fine until a week ago when I was on my way to work it was great but after my shift was done and I came out to go home my a.c.compressor wasn't working.so I was wondering if there were any nissan recalls with a.c. Compressor issues on my maxima.

Filed Jun 2, 2019 · Brakes, Engine · 100,000 miles · MS

The air conditioner stopped cooling while driving. The traction light comes on and the mechanic said it was the mass air flow sensor.(that have been replaced twice) aamco said that they have had several nissan altimas and maximas come in with a bad compressor and brakes. I know at least four of my family members with the same issue and they drive altimas and maximas as well.

Filed Feb 19, 2018 · Engine · NY

Everytime I drive the vehicle they're a clunking noise when the it reaches 35 MPH. Also when I start the car they're a different idling noise, I'm not sure how if it's the exhaust system or if they're a loose bolt that's causing this. When to nissan numerous times and they couldn't fix the problems.

Filed Feb 16, 2016 · Engine · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 nissan maxima. While driving various speeds, the vehicle would vibrate. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that two of the motor mounts failed and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage and VIN were unknown.

Filed Jan 9, 2015 · Acceleration, Engine · 29,000 miles · NC

Released brake, started rolling forward to cross traffic, step on accelerator and nothing happened. No engine rev or anything. Pumped accelerator many times and finally engine engaged. Nearly causing passenger side to be hit by oncoming traffic. This has happened in similar situations with both my wife and myself driving.

Filed Oct 8, 2014 · Engine · 33,000 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 2012 nissan maxima. While driving various speeds, the contact noticed an abnormal smell of antifreeze coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was unavailable. The failure mileage was 33,000.