Nissan Maxima premature wear problems

Filed Mar 30, 2019 · Engine · 70,000 miles · TN

The timing chain tensioners prematurely wear, causing a whining noise as the chain rubs against the tensioner while the vehicle is turned on. This wear eventually grinds through the tensioner resulting in complete engine failure which can lead to a crash or injury. This began to happen for me just outside of the manufacturer warranty, and is a costly repair for a part of the engine that should not have to be maintained within the engines expected lifetime.

Filed Jul 15, 2014 · Brakes, Engine · 90,000 miles · TN

I took my car to nissan to have my car totally checked over . The ABS light came on and I had sharp jerks from the transmission and hesitation around 40 MPH . The timing chain also had a rattle when the car was started. My ABS system had failed due to water shorting out the ABS sensor which destroyed the ABS control module repair cost 1200.00 . When I told the service advisor my ABS light was on, he had a service bulletin at his station with exactly what he thought was wrong with my car and he told me it was a common issue with my car. The transmission needs a valve body due to premature wear cost 3500.00 to rebuild and install new valve body design . The timing chain has guides that wear and chain rubs against plastic then down to metal repair cost 1500.00. Nissan needs to fix all of these defective cars and pay the people who have made these costly repairs.

Filed Dec 28, 2007 · Brakes · 55,055 miles · PA

Unable to stop vehicle - brake failure on dry pavement. When brake pedal was applied, there was only a clicking sound as if the ABS was trying to engage for no reason - but brakes would not engage at all. Dealer later reported that this was due to a faulty ABS sensor on left rear but I am disturbed that this ABS failure would cause total brake loss. I am afraid to drive this car for fear of another ABS sensor going without any notice. I have had several other brake problems with this vehicle since I purchased new in 2002. The rotors have had to be replaced 4 times on vehicle with less than 55k miles (mainly highway miles). Dealer admitted that there is a problem with rotors warping on this car for no apparent reason. In addition,I had the back brake calipers seize up on me for no apparent reason while driving on turnpike.

Filed Aug 2, 2005 · Steering, Suspension · 50 miles · MD

Bought the nissan maxima on august 10, 2004 from vob nissan in rockville, md. Under 100 miles, took back to dealer due to unacceptable level of vibration in the front wheels felt through the steering wheel generally between 40 and 70 MPH on smooth surfaced highway driving. Initially I was told this is probably due to flat spots on the tires per car sitting in the lot for an extended time. But the vibration continued. When cruising more pronounced. Dealer initially performed wheel balancing which didn't work. Then they replaced the front two continental tires which still didn't work. They performed ??road force balancing?? Check. The tires had readings of close to 40 where the acceptable reading should be below 10. There was also an issue with the brakes. When driven at highway speeds and brakes are applied, the steering was visibly vibrating. Vob also noticed the warped rotors in front and re-surfaced them. Dealer replaced the continental tires with michelin mxv4. Noticeable improvement in handling but not quite. Dealer did everything possible per written tsbs, etc. And that there is nothing else he could do, therefore call the manufacturer. 3/22/05 I contacted darcars of rockville. They replaced the brake pads which were unevenly worn and also re-surfaced the rotors in a special machine while they were attached to the car as recommended by nissan. Vibration problem was markedly better after that. However, I still feel the problems when pressing the break pedal lightly going at speed. Also when driving above 60 MPH on straight roads. I am debating whether to take the car back to the dealer now or wait for it to get worse. It has been a constant frustration.

Filed May 10, 2005 · Brakes · 26,547 miles · GA

My 2003 nissan maxima gxe continues to warp rotors. I have replaced the rotors on my vehicle 3 times while the car still has under 45,000 miles. This is disappointing as I feel nissan has not lived up to their mistakes in purchasing thin rotors. I can provide paper work on the replaced rotors. I no longer feel safe in a 25,000 car that I purchased. I request the federal safety agency submit a recall for nissan to fix these rotors. I have spoken to other nissan owners who have had the same issues. The rotors warp prematurely on these vehicles.

Filed Apr 21, 2004 · Brakes · 43,000 miles · NY

The rotors malfunctioned, causing them to warp. When the rotors warped and the brake pedal was depressed steering wheel shook. The faster vehicle was driven and when the brake pedal was depressed the worse the steering wheel shook. This could result in consumer losing control of the vehicle. Dealership resurfaced the rotors, but they warped again within 17,000 miles.

Filed Dec 26, 2003 · Brakes · 17,000 miles · FL

My rotors had to be turned at 17,000 (11/30/2001) and 32,000 (11/15/2002) miles due to vibration on braking. The service rep claims it is due to the rotors warping due to heating up and claims it is due to driving habits. I drive primarily highway miles and limited city driving and this reasoning doesn't seem likely. Especially twice. I've also owned a honda accord (112,000 miles) and a toyota camry (70,000 miles) and never had any such problems. This makes me question the claim that it is my braking habits.

Filed Nov 25, 2003 · Brakes · 22,000 miles · TN

Brake rotors warped after 20,000 miles. I have had them replaced 3 times because they were too warped to turn.

Filed Oct 19, 2003 · Brakes · PA

The front rotors warp about every 12,000 miles. Each time, the dealer has either replaced or re-surfaced the rotors. This is a known defect, and nissan hasn't corrected the issue. So far, my rotors have been serviced 4 times, and now coming on number 5.

Filed Sep 18, 2003 · Brakes, Engine · 15,000 miles · NY

Front brake wheel bearing failed, brake rotors warps in less than 15,000 mi. 02 sensor failed < 15,000 mi, need brakes replaced less than every 15,000 mi. Excessive vibration in front of automobile. Dealer is unable to isolate and repair. Automobile is no dam good.