Nissan Maxima power windows problems

Filed Feb 5, 2014 · Electrical, Steering · CA

Steering wheel locked and car will not start. Battery works fine, intelligent keys work fine, windows will not roll up. I had to get it towed to the dealership and they could not tell the reason of its malfunction since it wont start. They ran their tests and consulted that it is the steering wheel locking unit. I was told that it would cost 750 to replace. They also told me to call 1800 nissan 1 and file a complaint. I then had it towed (paying out of pocket this time) to my house until I can pay for the part and have it fixed. It is ridiculous that nissan has not recalled or even extended warranty for other year models, or at the least make some kind of contribution towards the cost of their own manufacturing mistakes. Instead, they assume that this same issue will not happen to other models. Yet with researching, there are a plethora of customers going through the exact same issue with the exact same part and getting screwed. So much for customer service, they surely will not have much customers if they continue to leave this issue hanging dry. I will assure that I will not recommend others to purchase nissan vehicles.

Filed May 1, 2011 · Transmission · 100,000 miles · AE

2005 nissan maxima se problem shifting. Delay in engagement from p to d (about 1-2 seconds), followed by a strong jerk or bang. Once in gear, very high revs and engagement from 2nd to 3rd gear, along with 3rd to 4th. Same can be said on deceleration. 4th to 3rd, and all the way down... A definite traffic safety hazard. Just some of the other items I have had to foot the bill for on this 6-year old vehicle: - 3 A/C compressors - both high and low A/C compressor lines - 4 new tires due to cracking and bubbling on the factory tires (at less than 30k miles!) - front rotors due to warping and excessive steering wheel shaking when braking - lumbar support pump (driver's side) is broken - turn signal indicators out of alignment (defective glue to hold them in place?) - 3 batteries in under 5 years - power window motors are dying (not as quick as they used to be) overall, I have come to hate this car and the nissan brand. I will never buy a nissan (or infiniti) again.

Filed Mar 31, 2009 · Transmission · 63,700 miles · NV

Beginning of this week, march 30, 2009, my 2004 nissan maxima had a situation when I began to drive (my car is an automatic), the transmission appeared to be struggling to reach 2nd gear. Although I only work 1.8 miles from my home, I could feel the "difference" in the transmission from any other time. I have 63,000 miles on my car and for a five year old car, that is very low. I maintain the vehicle accordingly and about 8 months ago, I had the transmission fluid flushed, etc. The second day (today), I started up the car, put it in drive and quickly noticed it was going to strain itself into 2nd gear. Once it did, there was a hard jerk in getting there. I immediately drove the car to my home, parked it and made an appointment for it to be checked out tomorrow morning. Then I went online to search for any nissan 2004 transmission problems such as mine and found a lot of web-sites that people have described the exact happenings that occurred to my vehicle. This does not seem to be an isolated incident. Something is seriously defective with at least the 2004 transmissions. Many people's comments always stated that there's occurred right after 60,000 miles. My car has not been driven hard and is well maintained. I read also about 2 other items that occurred to my vehicle. One is the drivers power window will not close up and stay closed when the button is pushed. I discovered a way to get the window closed by holding the button in the up position, turn off the car and open the door, while keeping your finger on the power up button. Secondly, people wrote about a AC refrigerant hose having leaks and needing to be replaced by several other owners. Mine also had this problem some time back. The most important issue to me is this transmission failing right after 60,000 miles. It mentions that when they put it on a machine to test, it shows nothing is wrong, which obviously it is. Nissan has told people they don't know exactly what the problem is either.

Filed Jan 2, 2008 · Brakes, Electrical · 55,000 miles · NC

Nothing but problems since the vehicle was purchases new in '01. From replacing the alternator, strong shutter in breaks even after replacing twice and needs again, replaced rear oxygen sensors twice with now a third needed, replaced mass air flow sensor, and now vehicle is out of commission due to needing a new computer system, idle speed control sensor, and rear o2 sensors(again)! Also a leaking power steering pump and power window motors are near death. I understand wear and tear on a vehicle but this is an extreme case! Potential epa issues due to the oxygen sensors failing time after time.

Filed Jun 28, 2004 · Driver assistance, Fuel system · 134,097 miles · GA

Power steering hose split...replaced part...currently experiencing very loud noise and "burnt" smell coming from power steering pump...when fluid in pump is replaced, the color of the fluid becomes black in no time; also experiencing strong gas fumes inside car esp. When heat or A/C is turned on; front seat belts do not function properly...either too tight or too loose...seat belt light & chime goes on and off all the time; driver's seat has broken...had it repaired; driver's side windows will not go down; sunroof leaks when it rains; hood latch does not allow hood to close properly, while the hydrolics under the hood will not keep the hood up when opened...hood slammed down onto service tech's arm and onto anothers head; sometimes vibrates loud when braking; high-pitch clitter-clatter coming from rt-frt wheel; odometer will not work after several attempts to fix; battery acid drip damage on starter; transmission dis-mounted, had replaced, but currently experiencing oil leakage @ main seal; cv joints, ball bearings, axle, clutch assembly, all replaced at least 3-4 times. Ok...if that's not enough, I don't know what is...I am hoping for some recall info on the fuel leakage and seatbelt issues! I have no fundage left for anymore repairs. My 10 year old son is a frequent passenger in this vehicle...I am seeking any info on how to make this car more safe for us on the roads...until I can afford to purchase another car. (also, car alarm goes off every time doors are locked; and headlights will not brighten, they stay on dim...when switch is clicked at column, headlights completely go out!).

Filed Jan 2, 2004 · Visibility · 24,650 miles · SC

Front passenger window will not remain close. The front window has an automatic up feature that allows you to put the window up with one click of the button. When activated the window goes up closes and then it comes back down 4 inches. Car has 24,000 miles and under warranty but nissan will not cover adjustment of window or replacement of malfunctioning part stating it is a service item.

Filed Oct 30, 2003 · Visibility · 130,000 miles · TN

Both back windows fell / stuck down. I took it to the dealer to get it fixed, and they told me I had to find the part. I went to/ called all junk yards/ auto shops in town, no one had the part. It is an all too common problem.

Filed Jul 9, 2003 · Electrical, Locks · 52,500 miles · WA

I own a 2000 nissan maxima. Since the purchase in 2000 we have had several problems with the electrical. Blown fuses, ignition coils replaced, etc. When my power windows stopped working, then my door locks, then my lights I decided to take it to an independant mechanic. Under the driver's seat there are 3 motors, all with wiring. The wiring was run in such a way that wires had been rubbed & pressed against metal partsf of the vehicle, leaving bare wires exposed. So, when you would sit on the seat the wires would touch metal and short out. I feel fortunate that I was not a victim of a fire beneath the seat which I believe would have been the ultimate outcome. I think this should be checked out to see if it is a common problem with this year and make of vehicle. 2000 nissan maxima se. Thank you.

Filed Sep 10, 2001 · Visibility · WV

Driver and passenger power windows will not go up or down, cause unknown.

Filed Aug 26, 2001 · Visibility · GA

Power window regulator failed. Had to replace every one of the 4 windows.