2002: 39, better than average, small sample size

2001: 125, about average, marginal sample size, average odometer now over 100k

2000: 108, about average, marginal sample size

1998: 110, better than average, adequate sample size

1997: 104, better than average, small sample size

1996: 162, better than average, small sample size

A big thanks to AZHitman, this forum, and everyone who has been helping. We'll have further updates in November and February. With more participants, we could provide more precise information and cover all model years.

Nissan Maxima reliability comparisons
]]> mkaresh 2009-09-03T08:17:33-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4912449#4912449 2004 Maxima SE bought new in 2003 coming up on 49,000 miles.Other than routine maintenance:New alternatorand a ton of TSBs.I've been one of the lucky ones. My tranny is fine, and I don't, as of yet, have the timing chain tensioner problem.Currently dealing with some CEL codes, but that's all due to my headers. Other than routine maintenance:

New alternator

and a ton of TSBs.

I've been one of the lucky ones. My tranny is fine, and I don't, as of yet, have the timing chain tensioner problem.

Currently dealing with some CEL codes, but that's all due to my headers. ]]> oolatec 2009-07-15T12:44:59-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4856126#4856126 1998 Maxima SE, automatic bought new. 88k miles (our weekend car) Car is in excellent condition.Only non- scheduled repairs was CV boots & re-packI am now fighting a P0400 issue, but may have figured it out. Found carbon in EGR Temp sensor tube & EGR solenoid stopped up, repair pending. Use to run 89 octane but switched to 87 five yrs agoI do regular maintenance as suggested. Started using Amsoil or Mobil 1 & Wix oil filter, K&N air filter after warranty period. I run a bottle of RXP to clean system every 4 months. Lucas fuel additive when I remember. The SE sport tune suspension runs & drives GREAT @ 80mph with good mpg Previous Nissans- 1971 240Z, 1977 280Z, 1981 280ZX. None were babied and held up very well.My wife bought a Pulsar that I hated- Body & interior held up good but had NO Power & constant emission problems. Only non- scheduled repairs was CV boots re-pack
I am now fighting a P0400 issue, but may have figured it out. Found carbon in EGR Temp sensor tube EGR solenoid stopped up, repair pending. Use to run 89 octane but switched to 87 five yrs ago
I do regular maintenance as suggested. Started using Amsoil or Mobil 1 Wix oil filter, KN air filter after warranty period. I run a bottle of RXP to clean system every 4 months. Lucas fuel additive when I remember.

The SE sport tune suspension runs drives GREAT @ 80mph with good mpg

Previous Nissans- 1971 240Z, 1977 280Z, 1981 280ZX. None were babied and held up very well.
My wife bought a Pulsar that I hated- Body interior held up good but had NO Power constant emission problems. ]]> Zick 2009-06-22T14:23:00-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4833650#4833650 IVE OWNED A 1986 MAXIMA GLE FOR 10 YRS IT HAD 120K BEFORE I LET IT GO HOW STUPID OF ME. I CURENTLY OWN A 1997 MAXIMA WITH 154K AND SHE IS IN BETTER THAN GREAT SHAPE, NEVER HAD ANY MAJOR PROBLEMS WITH HER. I ALSO OWN A 2007 MAXIMA SL WITH 14K ON IT, I SPEND MORE TIME DRIVING THE 97 THAN THE 07. MAXIMA'S ARE GREAT CARS! ]]> mike23g 2009-06-13T13:44:10-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4801503#4801503 We have updated results for the Maxima and I30/I35 to include owner experiences through March 2009. In terms of successful repair trips per 100 cars per year:2002: 46, better than average2001: 123, about average2000: 130, about average1998: 134, better than average1997: 62, better than average1996: 97, better than averageSample sizes range from small to just a couple short of the minimum for a full result, so these are all just partial results. Largest sample sizes for the 1998, 2000, and 2001, so those are probably the most accurate.A big thanks to AZhitman, this forum, and everyone who has been helping. We'll have further updates in August and November. With more participants, we could provide more precise information and cover all model years.Nissan Maxima reliability comparisons 2002: 46, better than average

2001: 123, about average

2000: 130, about average

1998: 134, better than average

1997: 62, better than average

1996: 97, better than average

Sample sizes range from small to just a couple short of the minimum for a full result, so these are all just partial results. Largest sample sizes for the 1998, 2000, and 2001, so those are probably the most accurate.

A big thanks to AZhitman, this forum, and everyone who has been helping. We'll have further updates in August and November. With more participants, we could provide more precise information and cover all model years.

Nissan Maxima reliability comparisons
]]> mkaresh 2009-06-02T09:41:21-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4693159#4693159 i own a 95 maxima seother than gen. maitinence the starter and trans were changed at 153Kit still runs very good now at 156K other than gen. maitinence the starter and trans were changed at 153K

it still runs very good now at 156K ]]> grndpounder95 2009-04-23T13:57:42-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4691628#4691628 I had a 92 that I bought off the original owner at 185k miles. Ran GREAT! A/C cold and Heater Hot. All power accessories work and the only thing I had to do was put on new tires and main seal. this guy kept the interior in better shape than 08 Maxima. I gave the 92 to my sister and she loves it. Awesome car. PapaTom 2009-04-22T21:49:44-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4650763#4650763 96' maxima own here...it's late i'll update tommorow some time.. Street1 2009-04-08T20:19:32-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4619742#4619742 2001 maxima...gold...117k. its a beautiful thing motionbleu 2009-03-29T22:43:07-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4607037#4607037 I currently own 3 Maxima's, all very reliable.1996 SE purchased in 2005 for a college student with 165k. This car was solid as a rock when I purchased it. Great acceleration and stopped straight and true. Has been a solid car with no major repairs. It has seen low use since I have owned it and it is currently around 175k.1998 GLE - My daily driver. I love this car! Purchased in 2004 at 65k, this car now has 157k and counting. NO major problems. Just routine maintenance.2000 GLE - Wife's car. Purchased in 2003 at 25k and today reading 140k. This car has had more issues than the others. The A/C has been repaired 2X and the cooling fans were replaced in 2008. No other major repairs. Drivetrain is still smooth. I am a happy Maxima owner.Also recently owned a 1996 GXE for 6 months as a spare car. It had some rust around the wheels and the front fenders but otherwise was a solid car that had great acceleration and had no problem sitting outside and starting in -20 deg MN weather! 1996 SE purchased in 2005 for a college student with 165k. This car was solid as a rock when I purchased it. Great acceleration and stopped straight and true. Has been a solid car with no major repairs. It has seen low use since I have owned it and it is currently around 175k.
1998 GLE - My daily driver. I love this car! Purchased in 2004 at 65k, this car now has 157k and counting. NO major problems. Just routine maintenance.
2000 GLE - Wife's car. Purchased in 2003 at 25k and today reading 140k. This car has had more issues than the others. The A/C has been repaired 2X and the cooling fans were replaced in 2008. No other major repairs. Drivetrain is still smooth.
I am a happy Maxima owner.
Also recently owned a 1996 GXE for 6 months as a spare car. It had some rust around the wheels and the front fenders but otherwise was a solid car that had great acceleration and had no problem sitting outside and starting in -20 deg MN weather! ]]> mnmaxman 2009-03-25T18:01:58-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4540393#4540393 We have updated results for the Nissan Maxima. In terms of successful repair trips per 100 cars per year:1998: 138, about average, 142,800 average odometer2000: 180, worse than average, 106,000 average odometer 2001: 132, average, 103,000 average odometer2002: 37, better than average, 77,500 average odometerSample sizes were small, even very small, so these results are asterisked and only visible to members on the site. With more participants, it's likely that the reported repair rate for the 2000 would be lower. There are far fewer average miles on the 2002s in the survey, which explains some of the difference.A big thanks to everyone who has been helping. We'll have further updates in May, August, and November. With more participants, we could provide more precise information and cover all model years.We now have a separate results page for each model that includes the results for competitors. The page for the Nissan Maxima:Nissan Maxima reliability comparisons 1998: 138, about average, 142,800 average odometer

2000: 180, worse than average, 106,000 average odometer

2001: 132, average, 103,000 average odometer

2002: 37, better than average, 77,500 average odometer

Sample sizes were small, even very small, so these results are asterisked and only visible to members on the site. With more participants, it's likely that the reported repair rate for the 2000 would be lower. There are far fewer average miles on the 2002s in the survey, which explains some of the difference.

A big thanks to everyone who has been helping. We'll have further updates in May, August, and November. With more participants, we could provide more precise information and cover all model years.

We now have a separate results page for each model that includes the results for competitors. The page for the Nissan Maxima:

Nissan Maxima reliability comparisons ]]> mkaresh 2009-03-05T08:06:09-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4466459#4466459 i had that problem and what ended up happening was it lock on me on that same side and had to replace it drove home like dat wit da wheel locked da to buy a new tire. good luck! 96 maxima fan 2009-02-12T20:03:38-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4466419#4466419 tell me about the egr cleaning 96 maxima fan 2009-02-12T19:53:46-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4466335#4466335 can anyone out there help got a 96 max, have a hesitation problemwhen i give it gas or punch it it starts to do dat. now its hesitating at red lights or when i take off slow, its driving me nuts!!!!!!!!! brought it to the dealer for a diagnostic test and came back egr solinoid senser needs to be replaced! we have 3 maximas in da fam and one is sitting in da driveway doing nothing, but was doing pretty much the same thing if not worse. we love our maximas but we also invested $$$$$$$$ in to them my bro-n-law and i , we replaced maf,o2, egr valve, just went today and pick up egr(bpt) for it , tommorow going to get solinoid hopefully something good will come out of this!!if anybody has had a problem like this and has found da solution im all ears!!! maxamilion baby! ]]> 96 maxima fan 2009-02-12T19:40:28-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4431788#4431788 I own a 2003 Maxima i've just hit the 110,000 mile mark and all is well...the only thing i had to replace due to failure was the O2 sensor. nismofong 2009-02-03T21:38:56-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4404429#4404429 Have a 95maxima GXEProblem with 1st engine fried...or so sister tells me. She forgot to check her Radiator, it was leaking and the engine over heated. Car ended at 133k Stayed garaged for about 4 years, i got a new-er engine into it off a 2k not sure the trim, was told of a GXE go figure, it had 39k on it. car was totaled from the back so engine was all good. Only problem now i have is not to sure oil leak and Power Steering leak. Seals seem to not be put on right, (bad mechanic to this day didnt pay him nothing to put it in just the engine). Tranny kicks when car is not warm. Above all car still runs great with a few daily check ups Problem with 1st engine fried...or so sister tells me. She forgot to check her Radiator, it was leaking and the engine over heated. Car ended at 133k Stayed garaged for about 4 years, i got a new-er engine into it off a 2k not sure the trim, was told of a GXE go figure, it had 39k on it. car was totaled from the back so engine was all good. Only problem now i have is not to sure oil leak and Power Steering leak. Seals seem to not be put on right, (bad mechanic to this day didnt pay him nothing to put it in just the engine). Tranny kicks when car is not warm. Above all car still runs great with a few daily check ups ]]> JaHuStLa88 2009-01-27T02:42:27-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4393540#4393540 Quote, originally posted by Ops 1995 Maxima SE (222890 + miles) The heater/air blower is messed up a bit and I think its from the previous owner or something but it will not work on 1,2, or 3 speed only 4. The heat/air works fine, but sometimes it gets hot on max and I have to turn down the heat dial to make it conferable rather than just turning down the speed (missing that). Mine does the same thing, my mechanic told me itz the fuse that controls the fan's speed, the fuse is most likely burnt and can be easily replaced!I hope dat helps Quote, originally posted by Ops raquo;1995 Maxima SE (222890 + miles)

The heater/air blower is messed up a bit and I think its from the previous owner or something but it will not work on 1,2, or 3 speed only 4. The heat/air works fine, but sometimes it gets hot on max and I have to turn down the heat dial to make it conferable rather than just turning down the speed (missing that).

Mine does the same thing, my mechanic told me itz the fuse that controls the fan's speed, the fuse is most likely burnt and can be easily replaced!
I hope dat helps ]]> DrAg0oN 2009-01-23T08:59:20-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4369149#4369149 You can sign up by going to the following page then clicking on one of the links to enroll:Car reliability research Car reliability research
]]> mkaresh 2009-01-14T21:56:26-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4357503#4357503 Just stumbled on to this thread. I was on because I own an 82 King cab and have just purchased (yesterday) an 05 maxima with 55K for the wife. How do I go about signing up I probably won't have much to report for a while, at least I hope not. buzzsaw 2009-01-11T06:55:29-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4289637#4289637 i have a 96 maxima its still a fast car its my first one got it for free i added 4 10" kicker comps with a jl audio 500/1 amp and 2 48" 2 36" and 4 9" led underglow i will have to get some pictures out soon and some more stuff done to the car kirbaay 2008-12-14T23:17:53-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4288372#4288372 Nice! The late-80s Maximas look great, especially SEs with the spoiler. MinisterofDOOM 2008-12-14T14:33:00-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4288225#4288225 1988 Maxima 125,638 miles, sat down for three years, gas tank replaced, ps steering replaced, needs a slight(hopefully AC fix) Lights needs to be replaced. Future240 2008-12-14T13:15:05-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4276983#4276983 1999 GLE and 2000 SE Maximas, 90,000miles and 112,000 miles resp. Coils, coils, coils! I should have known this. The 2000 SE now has major issues with all electronics inside the car (windows, locks, seats, sunroof) all just stopped working! When I removed one of the battery terminals it works for a while but as soon as I insert the key in the ignition and turn everything dies. I replaced the drive belts on the SE as well as the CV joints. The front suspension also seems to be going out as well as the clutch... As a former Camry owner (130,000+ miles) The only thing Ive had to replace on my old (rebuilt due to multiple wrecks) were the light bulbs! The timing belt and plugs etc were replaced as a matter of regular maintenance. I am highly disappointed in Nissans. They tend to run better (whenever they decide to run) but I would remember to get another Toyota in the future because of reliability reasons. not bashing the Nissans but just speaking the truth depending on my experience. 2ndchancemax 2008-12-10T07:39:56-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4252810#4252810 Well I have just purchased a 2000 Maxima GLE. It didn't get a lot of use before so there is some humidity buildup in the fuel system. Nissan recommended simply running a couple of gas tanks through it and it should be fine.Let's hope so!I'll let you know what develops as it happens. So far, 103000km. Let's hope so!

I'll let you know what develops as it happens. So far, 103000km. ]]> apollo2015 2008-12-01T17:35:34-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4229042#4229042 1995 Nissan Maxima 197,000 miles and still goingI am on my second clutch, I replaced the alternator and Battery @ 190,000 (both OEM) It has fairly new suspensions ( quick struts on all 4 corners)New pads and rotors all around (ceramics)And put in a new rear main at 167,000Overall I love my Maxima it get great mileage, is a very roomy 4 door for its size It has more interior room than my sisters much larger Taurus, I have heated seats I love heated seats in the winter, a sunroof and a 5 speed. I love my Maxima its the best daily driver I have ever owned. I am on my second clutch, I replaced the alternator and Battery @ 190,000 (both OEM) It has fairly new suspensions ( quick struts on all 4 corners)
New pads and rotors all around (ceramics)
And put in a new rear main at 167,000
Overall I love my Maxima it get great mileage, is a very roomy 4 door for its size
It has more interior room than my sisters much larger Taurus, I have heated seats I love heated seats in the winter, a sunroof and a 5 speed.
I love my Maxima its the best daily driver I have ever owned. ]]> Tumbler 2008-11-21T16:42:01-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4226195#4226195 Always looking--this study has no end date, and releases new results every three months.Only data submitted through the survey process can be included in the analysis. So owners are encouraged to sign up. Only data submitted through the survey process can be included in the analysis. So owners are encouraged to sign up. ]]> mkaresh 2008-11-20T17:26:23-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4224769#4224769 Don't know if you are still looking for reliability information on the Maxima but here goes. My 2000 Nissan Maxima (bought new) has 211,000 miles on it and so far, I have only had to replace an O2 sensor twice. That's it. It's the most amazing car ever. chudu 2008-11-20T08:34:45-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4214631#4214631 Got rid of 97 se, with 155000 milesspent repair money on 03 tit ed 6spd, great car with 99000 miles.Awesome car, only problem is that i wish I had made this decision earlier. spent repair money on 03 tit ed 6spd, great car with 99000 miles.
Awesome car, only problem is that i wish I had made this decision earlier. ]]> joeltender 2008-11-16T20:33:04-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4181202#4181202 Have owned 2 Maximas, a 1992 SE new & sold with 126,000 miles no problems. Girl down the street bought it and still has it. Bought a 2003 SE new and now has 58,000 miles. Replaced alternator and rear brake calipers. Other than that no problems. Love Nissans Bought a 2003 SE new and now has 58,000 miles. Replaced alternator and rear brake calipers. Other than that no problems. Love Nissans ]]> jspagna1 2008-11-04T15:49:58-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4166873#4166873 I have an 03 Maxima SE. Bought it with 18K miles, now have 80K miles. Only problem so far is my clutch went out....today actually! But, other than that, amazing car! But, other than that, amazing car! ]]> 03maroon 2008-10-30T09:26:34-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4157435#4157435 I have a 96 max with 325,000km! still runs smooth, little start up trouble here and there... SunnyTk 2008-10-27T12:17:19-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4126134#4126134 I got a 97 with 122,000 and it still runs great, minor engine work like replacing gaskets but nothing big. zacj3 2008-10-16T09:53:01-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4079930#4079930 I think this thread is about a prospective study, i.e. going forward in time. However, I can attest to 18 years of ownership of a 3rd generation Maxima. Not trouble free, but much better than the domestic junk. However, I can attest to 18 years of ownership of a 3rd generation Maxima. Not trouble free, but much better than the domestic junk. ]]> CT_Maxima 2008-10-09T11:55:43-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4025304#4025304 i`m a auto tech and I bet you need to replace your lower control arm,or just the lower ball joint.they sell it together,because its easier to replace,you have to press out the old ball joint,witch takes longer.I had to replace mine and a lot of maximas its very common hustlingtech 2008-09-21T18:37:47-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4025278#4025278 i own four nissans.a 96 maxima,2004 altima,97 sentra,and a 97 pickup.I ha ven`t had any major problems,just maintainace.the most things I`ve had to replace are oil pan gaskets on the maxima and sentra,and I had to replace a few sensors,like the crank sensor,knock sensor,and coolant temp sensor on the maxima,oh did I mention the engine has 240,000 miles,and the engine is in great shape.I am I certified auto technican,and I maintance my own cars.iv`e known others that don`t take care of there cars and one thing brakes down after the next ]]> hustlingtech 2008-09-21T18:30:06-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=4017600#4017600 I have a 2000 GLE with 169,700 miles on it now. It's been a pretty good car up until about a year ago and now I'm having some major problems. I just recently replaced the water pump (Major PITA) ! I've replaced the rotors and pads twice and the CV axles once in the last year and I still have a steering vibration @ around 60-65 mph, and a pretty violent steering vibration when braking from 50 mph and up. The higher the speed the more violent the vibration (felt through the steering wheel). Last but not least, I can hear a dull knocking sound from under the right front floor area of the car, normally when driving @ slower speeds and hitting normal bumps and cracks in the road........That's my two cents! ]]> Brewbr 2008-09-18T18:11:01-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3993843#3993843 91 max pearl white 200,666 mile runs great bigdaddydog21 2008-09-10T11:33:28-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3971286#3971286 I have a 1999 Maxima GLE that has 227K miles on it! Other than the usual repairs and upkeep -- no problems what so ever!In fact, I was just involved in a major rear end collision (mostly becasue the exhaust got crumpled, puncturing the floorboard) the insurance company wanted to total it -- I negotiated for more $$ based on blue book value and had it repaired because I know there's still alot of life left in it.P.S. The Lexus ES 350 that hit me suffered 4 times as much damage! In fact, I was just involved in a major rear end collision (mostly becasue the exhaust got crumpled, puncturing the floorboard) the insurance company wanted to total it -- I negotiated for more $$ based on blue book value and had it repaired because I know there's still alot of life left in it.

P.S. The Lexus ES 350 that hit me suffered 4 times as much damage! ]]> HeidiW 2008-09-03T09:15:39-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3962319#3962319 We did post results for the 1998, 2000, and 2001 recently. The repair rate for the 2000 appears worse than average, the other two about average. But the sample sizes are too small for precise results, and so these results are asterisked. It does appear that once these cars get over 100,000 miles they start to require "more attention." But that's likely true with many cars.With more participants, we can cover more model years and provide more precise results.Vehicle reliability research It does appear that once these cars get over 100,000 miles they start to require "more attention." But that's likely true with many cars.

With more participants, we can cover more model years and provide more precise results.

Vehicle reliability research ]]> mkaresh 2008-08-31T11:17:53-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3955602#3955602 What's up y'allJust got a 2000 Maxima, 75250 miles. Car is in great shape...doesn't shake, smooth ride...hoping it last me a while. BTW, it's my first car. Peace Soto Just got a 2000 Maxima, 75250 miles. Car is in great shape...doesn't shake, smooth ride...hoping it last me a while. BTW, it's my first car.

Peace
Soto ]]> sotobean23 2008-08-28T15:34:46-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3897368#3897368 Welcome to all the new members!Quote, originally posted by sliveslar I am currently on my fourth Maxima. Obviously, I have gotten excellent service from the first three. In total, I have owned Maximas for 20 consecutive years.My first was a 1982 Diesel.Very cool. I'd love to have one of those today!

Quote, originally posted by sliveslar raquo;

I am currently on my fourth Maxima. Obviously, I have gotten excellent service from the first three. In total, I have owned Maximas for 20 consecutive years. My first was a 1982 Diesel.

Very cool. I'd love to have one of those today! ]]> MinisterofDOOM 2008-08-08T08:08:22-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3897355#3897355 Ive got a 95 maxima about 500 miles from 200k and ive got only a small valve cover gasket leak and i use Royal purple synthetic oil! Dracolove 2008-08-08T08:04:39-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3867227#3867227 I have owned my 91 Maxima GXE since purchasing it new in July of 1991. Currently reaching the 90k mark. I always kept another car for work. Only 3 things that bugged it, the Bose radio,the rear driverside window lift broke, and just a bit of rust starting to show in the right rear wheel well by the mud guard. Only 1 recall, but it did not apply to my car. Though this was my first Maxima, my brother owned a 85 Maxima Wagon, 90 and 95 model years automatic sedans. All were very reliable as well. EGMaxmachine 2008-07-29T19:14:39-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3842362#3842362 I am currently on my fourth Maxima. Obviously, I have gotten excellent service from the first three. In total, I have owned Maximas for 20 consecutive years.My first was a 1982 Diesel. I bought the car with approximately 80 K. At about 170K, it was so rusty that it was no longer worth repairing. I never had any major problems with the car other than the rust. I think that was common on cars of that era. The car was extremely reliable, except that it was hard to start in cold weather (not unusual for older diesels). As I recall, it only stranded me once when the clutch failed. The biggest repair that I can recall was that the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. This was a result of not replacing torn boots. My second was a 1987 wagon. I bought the car with approximately 85K. I kept that car until around 175K, at which point I sold it. It was still running strong, but it needed too many little things. The only problem with that car was that it had a very clunky transmission. I had the fluid changed regularly, and just learned to live with the clunks. It only left me stranded once, when the alternator failed.My third was a 1997 GLE. I bought the car off lease with around 30K. I kept that car until around 137K, at which point it was totaled. I was rear- ended while waiting at a light, and the car sustained a bent frame. The crumple zone worked as it should, and everyone walked away with only whiplash (which was to be expected). The car was drivable after the accident, but my insurance co declared it a total loss the day after the accident. This car also had a clunky transmission. The only significant work was to replace the starter and a rear caliper.My current car is a 2004 SE. I bought it with only 12K, and it currently has 38K. This car is a delight to drive, and I hope to have it for many years. So far, the car has had a couple of recalls -- one for the lower frame, which rusted prematurely, and the other for tires made in China. My overall experience is that I have never had any major system failure and never had any fluid leaks. I never replaced any part of the drive train on any car. I service my cars regularly, and don't drive them too hard. As a result, they have been extremely reliable and safe. My first was a 1982 Diesel. I bought the car with approximately 80 K. At about 170K, it was so rusty that it was no longer worth repairing. I never had any major problems with the car other than the rust. I think that was common on cars of that era. The car was extremely reliable, except that it was hard to start in cold weather (not unusual for older diesels). As I recall, it only stranded me once when the clutch failed. The biggest repair that I can recall was that the rack and pinion needed to be replaced. This was a result of not replacing torn boots.

My second was a 1987 wagon. I bought the car with approximately 85K. I kept that car until around 175K, at which point I sold it. It was still running strong, but it needed too many little things. The only problem with that car was that it had a very clunky transmission. I had the fluid changed regularly, and just learned to live with the clunks. It only left me stranded once, when the alternator failed.

My third was a 1997 GLE. I bought the car off lease with around 30K. I kept that car until around 137K, at which point it was totaled. I was rear- ended while waiting at a light, and the car sustained a bent frame. The crumple zone worked as it should, and everyone walked away with only whiplash (which was to be expected). The car was drivable after the accident, but my insurance co declared it a total loss the day after the accident. This car also had a clunky transmission. The only significant work was to replace the starter and a rear caliper.

My current car is a 2004 SE. I bought it with only 12K, and it currently has 38K. This car is a delight to drive, and I hope to have it for many years. So far, the car has had a couple of recalls -- one for the lower frame, which rusted prematurely, and the other for tires made in China.

My overall experience is that I have never had any major system failure and never had any fluid leaks. I never replaced any part of the drive train on any car. I service my cars regularly, and don't drive them too hard. As a result, they have been extremely reliable and safe. ]]> sliveslar 2008-07-21T14:51:14-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3807468#3807468 96 5spd maxx 175,xxx mi all i did was change the clutch :Exedy, intake filter:K&N, and spark plugs NGK G-power.... She runs like a champ ]]> Ricky429 2008-07-09T19:43:06-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3805252#3805252 Maxima 2000 5spd 112k-miles:i just bought it... clutch is dead...all the rest is brand new.thank you. i just bought it... clutch is dead...
all the rest is brand new.
thank you. ]]> RemdA 2008-07-09T07:33:50-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3774575#3774575 I have an '86 Maxima with 225k miles. I have had it parked for because the power steering line popped a leak. I had not started the engine for 6 months. Second tap on the ignition switch and it was going. The thing is immortal. reknab 2008-06-28T11:42:13-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3726552#3726552 Thanks for your advertising about Nissan Maxima thomasz 2008-06-10T19:25:09-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3723291#3723291 New here, got a 97 se 5spd, bought it at 190000km (canadian miles)Currently has 237xxxkm, replaced alternator, axle seal, rims&rubber and routine crap.Great car.would buy again, as long as it's stick Currently has 237xxxkm, replaced alternator, axle seal, rimsrubber and routine crap.

Great car.
would buy again, as long as it's stick ]]> joeltender 2008-06-09T18:56:25-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3706166#3706166 New to the forum, but happy to brag about my 97 Maxima SE. 160,000 miles. One starter, one clutch (5 speed) 2 sets of brake shoes and tires. Did replace the struts, but don't think they really needed replacing ]]> gumgraff 2008-06-03T17:00:32-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3704793#3704793 I was just teasing you. There should be only one set, so no "upper" and "lower." With suspensions, wear is somewhat subjective. And shops looking to earn a buck will err on the side of caution. With suspensions, wear is somewhat subjective. And shops looking to earn a buck will err on the side of caution. ]]> mkaresh 2008-06-03T08:34:48-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3704712#3704712 I believe there is only 1 set of tie rod ends but don't quote me on that. I know that the dealer said I needed to replace my lower control arms, but my mechanic said that was a bunch of s**t, they were fine. Beware dealer's "advice" on repairs. I have found that having a trustworthy mechanic will save you thousands of dollars over the years. Unfortunately, I'm not educated enough about car repair to do much on my car myself. That would be the bomb..... Maximus7 2008-06-03T07:53:45-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3704602#3704602 Are there upper and lower tie-rod endsThere's a reason "powertrain sensors" are a whole separate category on the survey... There's a reason "powertrain sensors" are a whole separate category on the survey... ]]> mkaresh 2008-06-03T07:01:27-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3704056#3704056 I'v got an 01 Max SE with 94,000 miles that I have had for 4 years. Other than routine maintenance, I have replaced an O2 sensor, the MAF sensor (my bad; didn't clean the K&N for a long time), the speed sensor, and had the upper tie rod ends replaced all within the last 3 weeks. I love my car and it rides and runs like new. If anybody is looking for new tires, I bought a set of Yokohama S-Drives from Tire Rack about 12,000 miles ago and they are the best tires I have owned (better that Michelin, Kuhmo, and Goodyear to name a few). Thanks for looking and I'll post more later. If anybody is looking for new tires, I bought a set of Yokohama S-Drives from Tire Rack about 12,000 miles ago and they are the best tires I have owned (better that Michelin, Kuhmo, and Goodyear to name a few). Thanks for looking and I'll post more later.

]]> Maximus7 2008-06-02T22:52:29-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3681882#3681882 own a 92 maxima gxe and an se and love them both havnt had major problems with them yet and the se has 362k and the gxe has 210k guitarpro_1st 2008-05-26T17:52:09-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3651582#3651582 99.5 SE L - purchased new in MAR 1999.Currently ODO reads 93,640.7 mi.Brake pads @ ~ 48,000 mi.Coil packs (6) @ 60,000 mi. (as part of 60K service)EGR system cleaning @ 60,000 mi. (as part of 60K service)E-fan assembly @ ~ 77,000 mi.Starter @ ~ 85,000 mi.Rear Main Seal (RMS) @ 93, 640.7 mi.Cam position sensor 'O' ring @ 93,520 mi.A/C currently non-operational. Diagnosis is pending.Bose CD player currently non-operational.Valve cover gaskets are currently seeping. Currently ODO reads 93,640.7 mi.

Brake pads @ ~ 48,000 mi.

Coil packs (6) @ 60,000 mi. (as part of 60K service)

EGR system cleaning @ 60,000 mi. (as part of 60K service)

E-fan assembly @ ~ 77,000 mi.

Starter @ ~ 85,000 mi.

Rear Main Seal (RMS) @ 93, 640.7 mi.

Cam position sensor 'O' ring @ 93,520 mi.

A/C currently non-operational. Diagnosis is pending.

Bose CD player currently non-operational.

Valve cover gaskets are currently seeping.

]]> turbobink 2008-05-15T09:57:06-08:00 http://forums.nicoclub.com/zerothread?id=212874;postid=3534001#3534001 I recently joined this forum, and my girlfriend and I both have '00 Maximas with 80k.So yeah, I enrolled. So yeah, I enrolled.

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