nissan maxima Problems

nissan maxima 2005 Complaints

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

the vehicle will crank, but would not start. while driving home the vehicle shut down in the middle of the intersection. vehicle was inched into a parking lot. towed the next day. the ipdm module was found to be defective. the module part was on back order.*ak...a brand new design, and consumer believed there was a major flaw in design to have no auxilliary power or warning when this should occur. *ak

Reported in: ROCKVILLE CENTRE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE

i called on 1/31/05 and filed a formal complaint for my 2005 nissan maxima. i have not heard back from anyone as yet and i am wondering how i need to proceed.*ak

Reported in: ROCKVILLE CENTRE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

OTHER

i called on 1/31/05 and filed a formal complaint for my 2005 nissan maxima. i have not heard back from anyone as yet and i am wondering how i need to proceed.*ak

Reported in: ROCKVILLE CENTRE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i called on 1/31/05 and filed a formal complaint for my 2005 nissan maxima. i have not heard back from anyone as yet and i am wondering how i need to proceed.*ak

Reported in: ROCKVILLE CENTRE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH

the steering wheel moves when the unlock button on the remote control is pressed. this occurs on a random basis when one individual remote control is used and 100% of the time when going between one remote to the other. on a random basis, driver seat does not move back when exiting vehicle and that area of the exit feature is enabled. please note that this is for the maxima equipped with the memory seat option when the entry/exit feature is enabled. exterior mirrors move on their own while the vehicle is in operation. nissan has made 3 repair attempts for each problem stated above and claims that the vehicle is operating as designed.*ak

Reported in: PITTSBURGH PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2005 nissan maxima se experiencing problems with slowing down once the accelerator is released.*mr there is a one second delay from the time the accelerator is released until the engine starts to slow down. the consumer contacted the manufacturer but they provided no assistance. *nm

Reported in: EDMOND OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:INTERIOR/UNDER DASH

i purchased a nissan maxima sl at the start of november 2004. a harness inside the engine containing a sensor to detect engine knocks was damaged by a rodent. this caused the engine to misfire which caused the transmission to buck, stop shifting, change speed of the car on it's own,lose acceleration, not shift, shift suddenly and put the driver in a situation where if they did not compensate they could be injured or killed. the problem started when i bought the car and worsened over the next three thousand miles of driving. the dealer and manufacturer ignored the problem and said they could not duplicate it until i said i would pay for them to plug the engine into a diagnostic computer. at this point they found a misfire code, the problem was identified my the master mechanic and the dealer replaced the harness at my expense! the manufacture refused to take responsibility for a dangerous defect. this is a defect in their computer logic and/or design. a sensor malfunction should not cause an engine misfire and transmission to fail. note the date of november 3 2004 indicates that the problem started when i purchased the car and it continued until the harness was replaced. i have contacted the manufacturer many times and they are not returning my calls. the master mechanic said he has seen this problem many times before which tells me that this is perhaps a long standing problem that nissan chooses to ignore.

Reported in: PARK RIDGE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Reported in: PARK RIDGE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Reported in: PARK RIDGE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

OTHER

purchased 2005 maxima and have had it back to the dealer six times for the same vibrating and shimmying problem that everyone seems to complain about. if i had only seen this website before i bought one! the dealership tries they're best to blame the tires/wheels. they have now put 5 sets of tire and wheels on my brand new car...the only person there that is truthful was the service manager. i took him for a ride in the car and finally, he said, this is a characteristic of the car...they wish nissan would fix it. he said maybe 1 out of 25 people actually complain about it. i find that hard to believe. i have am filing a lemon law suit and hope for the best. when will nissan have a recall and fix this problem?

Reported in: PORT DEPOSIT MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

STEERING:RACK AND PINION

purchased a 2005 nissan maxima in december 2004. by march of 2005, the strut assemblies (both) had been replaced 3 times and the vehicle was in an additional time for the same complaint of noise in the strut assembly but was repaired to no avail. may 25, 2005: noise in the front end again. upon inspection from the authorized nissan dealership in corpus christi, tx, it was said that the noise was coming from a faulty rack and pinion. prior to this (upon conclusion that the struts needed to be replaced a third time), i asked nissan to buy back the vehicle. they refused. this vehicle's front end is not repairable and hazardous. the car, at this time, has 17k miles and needs to be either replaced or bought back.

Reported in: CORPUS CHRISTI TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

SUSPENSION:FRONT

Reported in: CORPUS CHRISTI TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

TIRES:SIDEWALL

steel belt widewalls failed, all four tires sidewalls crack, some to opening of 3/8 inche. some on inside, some on outside , only 28645 miles on tires when noticed due to high speed wobbel

Reported in: OCEAN SPRINGS MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E04C

TIRES

i went to do the monthly check of tire air pressure and found that the label on the driver's door post does not list the recommended tire pressure. all four tires are at 40 psi cold and i do not know if that is dangerous.

Reported in: MILFORD CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY

dt: consumer bought new nissan maxima 2005 and had driven vehicle for a few days when while parked at work, a co-worker noted there was "black stuff" which was suspected to be brake fluid. concerned, called dealership and dealer said not to drive vehicle because of the distance but please go to the nearest dealership there was a definite safety issue. a local dealer accepted vehicle and was kept for 4 days and determined it needed a new axle and also replaced a new brake boot as well. told dealership from where vehicle was purchased and they said do not let that dealership make those repairs-they would come and tow vehicle back. dealer towed vehicle. the dealer has had vehicle for over 1 week and no repairs have been made. they claim repair is in process. dealer has not confirmed what the problem was however the secondary dealership insists it was a broken axle on the front passenger side. *note* consumer discovered she did not have vin available to provide upon filing a complaint. *nm

Reported in: TOANO VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2005 nissan maxima developed problems with lurching forward and the engine racing.***no answer required***. *mr the consumer had to quickly place the gear into neutral to avoid an accident. *jb

Reported in: SYOSSET NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

STEERING

vibration in steering wheel & seats - have had back to dealer four times in three weeks - they've replaced wheel (out of round/bent), rotors/brakes and are now investigating tires - vibration occurs in & out at various speeds-looking at lemon law. *nm

Reported in: LANCASTER OH || Crash: N || VIN #:

WHEELS

Reported in: LANCASTER OH || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

dt: the consumer stated she bought a 2005 nissan maxim 3.5 sl on november 15, 04. towards the end of may she took the vehicle to the dealer for a routine service because she complained about the vehicle not accelerating after having come to a complete stop. *ak *jb

Reported in: KINGWOOD TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

SUSPENSION:FRONT

dt: the contact replaced the right front wheel bearing assembly under warranty. both right and left front struts were replaced at 8500 miles. these parts were replaced under warranty as well. there have been no problems with the suspension since the replacement of these parts. *ak updated 12/7/2005. *nm

Reported in: BETHESDA MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

2005 nissan maxima headlights stolen. was never told that this is a very popular hot market item that many thieves are stealing. factory alarm only goes off if someone tries to drive away with the car but if the lights are tampered with or stolen they do not go off. if nissan knew these lights are so popular among thieves then they should have given me the option to add a special alarm that would go off when someone tries to steal these popular lights. *jb

Reported in: MIAMI LAKES FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

we purchased a new 2005 nissan maxima in july 05. from day one, we noticed an engine surge when down-shifting gears, start from a stop and when placed in reverse. we attributed this to being a sportier car than we were used to. *jb however, on nov. 9, as my wife was turning into a parking space in a parking deck, the brakes failed to engage. specifically, she had just leveled-off from the up-ramp of the deck, made a left-turn into a parking space, pressed the brake pedal and - nothing. the pedal would not depress. because the car was naturally slowing down from the up-ramp, the down-shifting of gears caused the car to stall, then surge, just as it has done before. b/c the brake pedal didn't depress, the brakes didn't engage, thus the car rolled into the boundary wall of the parking deck. when we notified the dealer, they said that it wasn't their problem and to call nissan. i called 1-800-nissan-1, and spoke with an attendant on 11/10. a tech visit was schedule for 12/5. on 12/12, nissan called to report that they couldn't find a defect. when i inquired as to the specifics of the "investigation," i was told that they were "professionals, and checked whatever they thought was necessary." when i pressured for specifics, they couldn't provide any. this purchase was intended to provide my wife and unborn child a safe and dependable mode of transportation, but if the brakes don't work and no one can find a problem, how safe and dependable is it? b/c we couldn't drive the car due to the accident and mechanical issues, we were without the use of the car for 34 calendar days, and for 29 business days. the cost of the repair is $2000+. this is an outrage that a $30k car develops an engine/transmission problem from purchase (assuming it is a problem) and then develops a brake malfunction within the first 4 months of purchase. completely asinine. *jb

Reported in: DURHAM NC || Crash: Y || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES

i inadvertently upon depressing the brake pedal, also pressed on the accelerator pedal. what is apparently normal for the 2005 nissan maxima, is the brake pedal can move below the level of the accelerator pedal. this highlighted two problems: 1. the bake pedal travel is to much, and 2. the distance between the brake and accelerator pedals is insufficient. the result of this problem is to apply more brake pressure thereby also accelerating the car. i was parking and ended up upon the median between lanes of parking and damaged my bumper and skirt under the front end. *nm

Reported in: POUGHKEEPSIE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL

Reported in: POUGHKEEPSIE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

i purchased a new 2005 nissan maxima on feb. 12 2005. since my purchase i have had to bring the car back to the dealership soon after the purchase. the first problem was that the throttle went out and had to be replaced. now on 01/16/06 the entire engine has to be replaced. the dealership states that the vehicle has thrown a rod. my car is not even a year old yet, brand new with less than 10,000 miles on it. i will be without a vehicle for 2-3 weeks. i have been a loyal nissan owner for over 13 yrs. i have purchased nothing but nissan vehicles since moving to texas. i am so upset that i can't even put it to words, i will never,ever, buy another nissan product due to all the hard aches i have gone through with the purchase of my new vehicle. i can't even enjoy the vehicle because it spends half the time in the service department. i want to get out from under my lease, unsure if i can even do that. then trying to contact your company has been a living nightmare. i could cry right now. you want a complaint you got a big one. now, what are you going to do about it! i need someone in charge to contact me asap. i will contact my news station, local radio station whatever it takes and let everyone in the entire state of tx. know how i have been treated by nissan motors. *jb

Reported in: GARLAND TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

TIRES:SIDEWALL

245-45-18 goodyear eagle rs-a tire on 2005 maxima came apart. *nm

Reported in: PORT ARTHUR TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

the consumer took the 2005 nissan maxima to the dealer for electrical problems and was told of a pending recall (05v51200) concerning the power front seat. *kb the recall work was performed but the consumer was concerned about the work not being performed prior to delivery. *nm

Reported in: MADRAS OR || Crash: N || VIN #:

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

Reported in: MADRAS OR || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

dt*: the contact stated while driving 20mph the engine stalled without warning. afterwards, the check engine light illuminated. additionally, the engine was difficult to start after sitting for a prolonged period of time. the vehicle was driven to an independent repair shop where a diagnostic test was performed. although the code indicated the crank position sensor failed, the vehicle was not inspected. the manufacturer was also not alerted.

Reported in: OWINGS MILLS MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

the projector headlamps on my 2005 nissan maxima have failed to perform as designed and have been replaced once, and is currently working in the shop for repeat of initial failure. the headlamp assemblies were replaced initially as a whole and the problem was corrected for about 6 months. the issue is that the projector lamps utilize a shutter to change from high to low beam. after the lamp has operated for a period of time (30 min-1 hour) the shutter does not move fully, leaving the lamps in a partial or full high beam mode, even when low beam is called for by the control switch. this is a hazard to oncoming drivers, and i get flashed by oncoming traffic frequently. *jb

Reported in: SMITHFIELD VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

i locked the car with the remote and the car just kept arming itself every 5 minutes. i was also driving the car and it just lock by itself. i find this to be very dangerous because the remote is not being used and the car is just arming itself every 5 minutes. also the car is making noise and the car is not even two years yet. it was purchased brand new and i am quite fed up. *jb

Reported in: ST ALBANS NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

(1.) after a quick take off making a left turn one or two things happen...there is a clunk noise coming from the front left pillar and/ or (2.)the driver lumbar looses its position of support. *nm

Reported in: CHARLOTTE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

SEATS

(1.) after a quick take off making a left turn one or two things happen...there is a clunk noise coming from the front left pillar and/ or (2.)the driver lumbar looses its position of support. *nm

Reported in: CHARLOTTE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

TIRES:SIDEWALL

consumer goodyear tires had a crack along the inside area. *ts ***nar*** the consumer felt vibrations in the steering wheel. the technician noticed crack on the inside of all four tires. the tires were replaced at a prorated rate. *nm

Reported in: MOUNT HOLLY NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

CHILD SEAT:VEHICLE LATCH ANCHOR

consumer complaint concerning the child safety seat anchorage. *ts the consumer explained to the dealer the children never ride in her car. the dealer's tech then indicated that the consumer didn't have to have the recall done. *nm

Reported in: COLORADO SPRINGS CO || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES

dt*: the contact stated while entering a highway at 40 mph, the rear passenger tire blew out without warning. there were no obvious road hazards present. the vehicle was inspected by the dealer who determined the remaining three tires were cracked along the inside wall and needed to be replaced as well. the tires were wahl, size 245/35r20.

Reported in: MONROVIA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT

my wife and i purchased a 2005 maxima sl in october of 2004. we have had the front struts replaced 5 times. this is an inconvenience for us. when we asked the dealer why this keeps happening, they stated it's only in the new york, tri-state area. the south and west coast does not encounter this problem. this is ridiculous to us. they claims that the new york city streets is the reason for the issue. we need help!!!!!!!!! *jb

Reported in: ROSEDALE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

i am having problems with my 2005 maxima front end shaking when i start braking. i have had my tires rotated balanced and re-aligned but am still having problems. *jb

Reported in: CLEVELAND MS || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION

i am having problems with my 2005 maxima front end shaking when i start braking. i have had my tires rotated balanced and re-aligned but am still having problems. *jb

Reported in: CLEVELAND MS || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION:AUTOMATIC STABILITY CONTROL (ASC)

i am having problems with my 2005 maxima front end shaking when i start braking. i have had my tires rotated balanced and re-aligned but am still having problems. *jb

Reported in: CLEVELAND MS || Crash: N || VIN #:

OTHER

my 2005 maxima has a tray on the dash designed to hold change sunglasses cell phone etc.--i always put change in the tray but apparently there is a space/slit where this change can slip down. the change did slip down into one of the circuit panels and burned up my circuit panel causing my major electrical damage to my car. this occurred while traveling and could have easily burned my car up with me and my child in the car. nissan said since it was due change it was my fault and would not cover the expenses. my question to them was if this tray was designed for change etc. and there was no warning stating to not put change there then i feel like they should cover it as this is faulty design and a fire hazard. they said until they get other complaints they would not even look at the possibility of paying for this. ironic that when it came back from a nissan repair shop this area that was open is now sealed.*jb

Reported in: CLEVELAND MS || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2005 maxima has 47,000 miles. recently, the car chokes while stopping as the car is down shifting back into 1st gear before stopping. sometime while accelerating the car will jump into the next gear. this vehicle is automatic trasmission. *jb

Reported in: DACONO CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

SUSPENSION

bought nissan maxima 2005 in march of 2005. started with shaking steering wheel from 55 mph and above. took it back several times to premium nissan, new rochelle. replaced brakes, rotors, struts, rims and tyres. also body repairs like swaying rear fender and vibrating heat shield in engine. still have shaking problems, cannot rotate tyres and speed balanced over 7 times and no solution. lost bbb arbitration and consumer affairs hearing. on 3/7/07 took for service and nissan did recalls to rear suspension abs and child seat anchors. they rotated the tyres and now the car pulls to the left and the right on rough roads (total nightmare).

Reported in: BRONX NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

OTHER

chrome rails that run from front of windshiel to rear have faded and are peeling. every maxima i have seen is the same. is there a recall on this. great car except forthis.

Reported in: BOYNTON BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS

our vehicle has been back to nissan on 5 different occasions for the same issue. the vehicle was not put together correctly in the factory and has subsequently been re-welded two separate times in two separate locations on the vehicle. nissan sent a representative out on our request to attempt to repair the issue when the dealer had no idea what to do. the vehicle now has two button welds on either side of the car to alleviate the frame from rubbing/instability. the car is currently back in the shop (2 weeks later) for additional concerns that were to be addressed at the time of our last service (march 30, 2007), but were not. unfortunately this is not the only time we have experienced significant concerns about the vehicle, which has had issues with the rotors, muffler and suspension, in addition to the rear subframe recall and latch system recall. clearly a car with multiple issues that nissan needs to take responsibility for. *jb

Reported in: SOUTH RIDING VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

TIRES:SIDEWALL

after 24,000 miles the goodyear eagle tires on my 2005 nissan maxima developed a bubble on the sidewall in exactly the same spot on both tires. when i took the car to the goodyear dealer for warranty repair they told me it was not covered and they said the tires had an "impact break." they said this was not uncommon in this tire and they see it all the time.

Reported in: UNION NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR

the car was equipped with a heated steering wheel. athis winter i used it almost daily. i began to notice in march that the steering wheel was becoming discolored. the areas where the heating mechanism were now black and green. *ak

Reported in: MARTIN KY || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the vehicle has goodyear eagle rs-a p245-45r18 tires. the contact stated that the passenger side front tire was making an unfamiliar noise. she believed that there may be a bubble in the tire. the mechanic stated that both rear tires had slits in them and would be recalled due to a manufacturer defect. the dot number was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 40,000. the consumer stated performed all necessary maintenance for vehicle and complained @ 37,000 about noise in the right front tire and the dealer informed customer tires would wear in. the consumer stated feels should not have to pay for 4 new tires at $300 a piece. the consumer stated goodyear prorated the rear tires but consumer feels that is not sufficient. updated 09/05/07

Reported in: NORTH ATTLEBORO MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

TIRES

noticed circular tearing of all four tires beginning at 16,000 miles. later, while driving down the highway, the front left tire blew and tore apart. luckily, no one was injured and i found a small edge of the freeway to change the tire, which was very nerve racking when changing the tire. this occurred at 18,000 miles, 18 months of owning the car. this was a week after i told nissan to look at my tires and they said nothing was wrong with them, despite the circular breakage beginning to occur. i told them to check for leaks as well. they said no leaks. they were goodyear tires 245/45/18 eagle rsa tires. i had to buy four new tires due to safety reasons at $575.

Reported in: EL PASO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

TIRES

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving 30 mph, one of the goodyear eagle rs-a tires flattened. the contact took the vehicle to the mechanic who stated that there was tread separation. the contact has since changed the vehicles tires three times since the first failure. the # of cylinders and dot number were unknown. the current mileage is 32,000 and failure mileage was 24,436.

Reported in: MAPLE GROVE MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1NDBA41E05C

WHEELS:RIM

car has 41k miles. was taken to the dealer 4 times for a shimmy and vibration when driving over 55 mph. 3 times balanced and aligned tires. 4th time was told all 4 rims are bent and need to be replaced. unable to get accurate information on warranty from dealer nor nissan.

Reported in: MORRIS PLAINS NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION

Reported in: MORRIS PLAINS NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving 65 mph, the vehicle lost power. the tcf, check engine, and slip lights illuminated. the contact pulled over and the vehicle coasted at approximately 20-25 mph. he called the dealer and they requested he have the vehicle towed in and inspected. the dealer informed him that the cause of the failure was the throttle body shorting out. the current and failure mileages were 19,839.

Reported in: PLAINVIEW NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while idling at a stop light with the brake pedal depressed, the vehicle suddenly accelerated to approximately 20 mph. there were no warning lights present during or after the failure occurred. a police report was filed. the vehicle crashed into the rear of another vehicle. both vehicles were damaged. there were no injuries. the vehicle shut off after it was placed in neutral, however, it kept attempting to accelerate as if the pedal was depressed. the contact drove the vehicle to his residence with the emergency brake applied. the failure did not recur. the dealer was unable to diagnose the cause of failure. the failure mileage was 14,450 and current mileage was 14,500. the consumer stated the throttle actuator was replace at his expense however, he does not feel this was the problem with the vehicle. updated 10/16/07

Reported in: FAYETTEVILLE GA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the dealer repaired the vehicle under nhtsa campaign id number 05v512000 (seats:front assembly:power adjust). since the repair was performed, the vehicle has begun to fail and the engine shuts off. the dealer stated that they replaced two wires under the driver's seat. the vehicle was at the dealer for over thirty days. the contact observed that the mileage increased by more than 1,300 miles and the carpet was dyed a different color. she also noticed holes in the sunroof slider and discovered that the dealer ordered a replacement without her knowing. the dealer stated that since she was dissatisfied with the repairs, they would have the manufacturer replace the sunroof liner. the dealer also ordered a part for the steering column and replaced the battery. while driving approximately 35 mph, the brakes began to fail and the contact was unable to shift gears. the battery would not hold a charge and the engine shut off. the vehicle was not able to be restarted. the service manager stated that they would not assist her in repairing the vehicle. the current mileage was 125,000 and the failure mileage was unavailable.

Reported in: COCONUT CREEK FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

TIRES:SIDEWALL

tires defective poor workmanship.*jb

Reported in: RIVERSIDE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

TIRES:SIDEWALL

factory tires for a 2005 nissan maxima 3.5 se goodyear eagle rs-a p245/45r18 96v cracking on sidewalls m6a9 cmwr 0505.

Reported in: LEESBURG FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

AIR BAGS

i was rear-ended so hard it catapulted me into the vehicle in front, my airbag didn't deploy. my face hit the steering wheel, i have a bulge and bruising above my right eye and right cheek.

Reported in: SMYRNA GA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

my 2005 nissan maxima sl caught on fire under the dash board on the driver's left side on 2/05/08 at approx 12:00 that day. after returning from a short drive, i smelled smoke. upon parking in my driveway and exiting the car we notice fire coming from under the dash board. once we extinguished the flames and called the fire dept we realized the source appeared to be in the area of the fuse housing area. i've had a recurring problem with this vehicle for quite some time. my service record is quite extensive on the electrical problems associated with this one vehicle. the latest being 12/28/07 when i had my vehicle in for servicing for the driver seat failure to move. my vehicle was returned to me on 12/31/07 and the seat was operable then, but i was told by the service tech that they weren't sure if the problem was solved but it was working at the present time. as an ensuing result i was unaware i was driving a vehicle that could of went in flames when being driven. i've attempted to contact nissan corp and have been unable to make contact with anyone other than the rep that took my information on 2/8/08. i've also attempted to contact the owner of the local nissan dealership where i purchased my vehicle and haven't had any luck there either. my vehicle is currently at ray bryant nissan dealership to be repaired, again, post the fire damage. this is the same dealership i've been bringing my vehicle to for al of the problems that have existed with this car. any help and guidance you can offer me with this matter will be greatly appreciated.

Reported in: MARRERO LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: MARRERO LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

malfunction of the rear anti-lock brake system. it has happened to each of the rear brakes, within 40,000 miles. the dealer who repaired this problem related that this is not a rare occurrence.

Reported in: WILMETTE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i own a 2005 nissan maxima with approximately 63,000miles. i have been having transmission problems, mainly jerking going from 1st to 2nd gear and vice versa when downshifting from 2nd to 3rd. i have gotten it inspected and transmission flush was done, but the problem still persist. being that my vehicle is no longer under warranty, nissan is asking for $6000 for a new transmission. i'm not the only one with this problem. please click on the link attached so you can see the numerous amount of other maxima owners with the same issue http://www.carsurvey.org/viewmorecomments_review_61092_3.html.

Reported in: BELLFLOWER CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING:COLUMN

steering column movement,once steering column is in the driving position it can be moved up and down about 1 inch.

Reported in: VALRICO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

nissan maxima 2005 - 2 weeks out of warranty door lock actuator not working.

Reported in: PLANO TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the front passenger seat adjuster switch failed and caused the seat to overheat. the failure also affected the steering column and it can no longer be adjusted up, down, or sideways. it remains in the locked position. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the heated seat switch was the cause of the failure. the dealer replaced the switch at the cost of $210. the manufacturer will not provide reimbursement because they have not received any complaints. they further stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 05v512000 (seats:front assembly:power adjust). the failure and current mileages were 88,000. updated 07/15/08. *lj the dealer replaced the seat switch. the sunroof only worked in vent mode. the dealer replaced the sunroof switch. updated

Reported in: WILDWOOD MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

VISIBILITY:SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY

Reported in: WILDWOOD MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i am having the same problems as indicated with other consumers. my care jerks. i have replaced the axles, air flow meter, ac line, ignition coil, spark plugs, alternator, etc. currently, the timing change and tensioner needs repairing, the axles again from the jerking. i am a single mother who can not afford all of these repairs. i do not know what else to do. i will never buy another maxima. i also have had a diagnostic and it revealed 1 problem and once fix i still continue to have more problems on top of the jerking. enough is enough.

Reported in: HATTIESBURG MS || Crash: N || VIN #:

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

driver door is not locking. dealer is saying that the actuators failed and it will cost $400. this happen with 40k miles.

Reported in: SNELLVILLE GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 50 mph, the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle lost all power and shut off. the contact took the vehicle to a repair shop and they discovered that the crank sensor failed. the mechanic reset the sensor. he took the vehicle to the nissan dealer and they stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign id number 03v455000 (engine and engine cooling). the current and failure mileages were 68,174.

Reported in: LAS VEGAS NV || Crash: N || VIN #: JN1DA31D13T

WHEELS

tires on my 2005 nissan maxima keep loosing air. the rims are chrome (factory) rims. i have lost 2 tires because of this problem. i have had 4 occurrences of the leaking tires. the chrome plating is separating from the rim and the tire bead starts to leak air. 2 of the 4 occurrences were on the highway. the repair shops i have taken the tires/rims to all tell me this is a common problem they have seen. i am currently working the problem with nissan to try to get them to replace the defective rims. i have to date spent approx. $750 for tires repairs. is there a record of failures of this kind on file? if the problem is not corrected by nissan what do you suggest i do next? i find it very scary trying to change a tire on the interstate highways and fear being hit. i check all 4 tires weekly now but two of the leaks occurred on the high speed highways even though i check the air pressure.

Reported in: WESTFIELD MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima automatic tramission jerks or buckles when switching from 1st gear to 2nd gear. dealership will not help. 90000 miles on car.

Reported in: DACULA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN

my 2005 nissan maxima se has been bucking and jerking from first to second gear since 60,000 (now has 64,000) accelerating and braking. it's been happening regularly (every time i drive) for over a month now. transmission fluid is fine, not sure what the problem is. i have heard that many others have had this problem with 2004 and 2005 models.

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i have a 2008 maxima se which i purchased last year. the car continues to jerk (hard) when the car is shifting from 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd, and it also happens on the downshift from 2nd to 1st. the car was problem-free for the 1st year but for the past 3-4 months it has been a nightmare. the jerking gets so bad, it feels like you're getting punched! the problem is intermittent and rarely occurs on the highway. please let me know how i can get this defective vehicle fixed...at no cost to the owner since it's obviously a manufacture problem. i have spoke with other nissan maxima owners and have read several forums and they are experiencing the same problem!

Reported in: LAUREL MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

my wife was driving our 2005 nissan maxima 3.5 in effingham, il. she was making a left turn off of keller drive onto west jefferson street. after the light changed, she pushed on the accelerator and the vehicle "barely" moved - than it suddenly accelerated very quickly - she thought her foot may have slipped off the accelerator. she drove five blocks and came to a stop intersection of maple street and jefferson street. after stopping she began to proceed through the intersection and the same incident occurred again. after leaving effingham she drove home to metropolis which is approximately 160 miles. i came home from work and she explained the two incidents that had occurred in effingham. i started the vehicle and in a few seconds the service engine soon light appeared. i checked the owners manual and it stated the service engine soon light may be the result of an improper fitting fuel tank cap. i checked the fuel tank cap and it appeared on correctly. i removed the fuel tank cap and reset it again as the owner manual stated. according to nissan the light may go off after a short trip. we drove to paducah ky. and returned to metropolis - approximately a 20 mile round trip. the service engine soon light remained on. we took the vehicle, which has 51,000 miles on it to a local garage (a1 automotive). a1 tech's placed the vehicle on a diagnostic machine which indicated the code idle adaptation. a1 service personnel cleaned the throttle body and advised that if the service engine soon light returns or the same acceleration problems return than the throttle body needs replaced. the need to replace a faulty throttle body when a vehicle has 50,000 should be addressed in the nissan owners manual. we purchased this vehicle new at centralia, il. and we can provide all service documentation. we want to go on record and report this problem which could result in an accident.

Reported in: METROPOLIS IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2004 & 2005 nissan maxima transmission problems. i own a '05 nissan maxima se and am experiencing the same problem as hundreds (thousands?) of other owners are. the car has trouble shifting from 1-2 and 2-3 and jerks forward like you are being hit from behind. there are times that you worry that you can even make it home safely! when you take it into the dealer they let you know that you need a whole new transmission at about $4,000. this is clearly a wide spread problem and needs to be recalled by nissan immediately! if i was the only one having the problem i would understand but please check out this website for more descriptions! http://www.carsurvey.org/viewcomments_review_61092.html.

Reported in: GRAPEVINE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

problems with the transmission. has been advise that transmission needs to be replaced.

Reported in: BIRMINGHAM AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

SUSPENSION

continuous problem. suspension not properly functional on the right side of vehicle. feels like loss of control may occur. loud noise on right side when outside temperature above 75 degrees. repeated trips for inspection at dealer. on one occasion the rear shocks were replaced.

Reported in: ERIE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission problem w/ 2005 nissan maxima. have done all recommended service and been to several repair shops who can not find a problem. the transmission jerks into 2nd and 3rd gear when accelerating and stopping in such a manner that shakes all passengers. i have found that many owners are experiencing the same problem w/ no answers from the manufacturer.

Reported in: NORTH PROVIDENCE RI || Crash: N || VIN #:

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

all four door lock actuators failed, no doors can be unlocked or locked via the door switch or the remotes. very unsafe, can not get children out of back seats without reaching into the back seat through the interior area.

Reported in: CHILLICOTHE OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

TIRES:SIDEWALL

tl*the contacts owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the vehicle has goodyear eagle rs-a tires, size p195/60r15. the contact noticed that the sidewalls were separating on the tires. the vehicle was taken to a tire company and they stated that all four sidewalls on the tires were separating and needed to be replaced. he filed claim number 1006415 with goodyear. the current mileage was 36,366 and failure mileage was 36,360. updated 11/17/08 *bf updated 11/18/08. *jb

Reported in: POWELL TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

VISIBILITY

to nhtsa: i am filing a complaint against nissan car dealership of shaker heights. on october 19th, 2008, i was driving my 2005 nissan maxima se on the highway along a straightaway when my skylight moon roof suddenly implode. it was a loud burst causing small microscopic glass particles to scatter throughout my interior. the glass cut my arm and flew in my hair. i believe it may have been due to the slightest possible twisting or torque of the frame bending with the road. the 2004 model of my vehicle recently had a recall due to this exact issue. my vehicle was manufacture in jan. 2005, i suspect that it was made under the same parameters as the 2004 model. i believe that my vehicle should be covered as well due to the same issue. i have been without transportation since the date of the incident.

Reported in: CLEVELAND OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

december 2007 - took car into nissan dealer because transmission was hesitating and slamming hard into the "drive" gear. dealer discovered transmission needed to be replaced. january 2008, i received my car back with a reman transmission from nissan. february through may 2008 - took car into dealer a few more times due to issue with transmission again. october 2008 - returned car again to nissan because issue with transmission was occurring more frequently. told me it was due to (2) torn engine mounts. i replaced them by my own local mechanic. a few days after they were replaced, the transmission was acting up again. took car back to my mechanic and he said the (2) rear engine mounts were cracked/torn. i ended up replacing those as well. one week later, the issue came back. october-november 2008 - took car back to the same nissan dealer 3 more times and even after showing the service manager and the head technician the problem they told me that it was "normal" and there was nothing wrong with the transmission. the problem with the transmission is still an issue and was never resolved.

Reported in: FULLERTON CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

no events leading up to the failure. one day (72k miles) the transmission just started jerking horribly between first and second gear during acceleration and deceleration. the transmission fluid was changed as advised but did not fix the problem. now i am being told by local shops and dealers that i will have to replace the transmission with costs up to $4000!!!

Reported in: COLUMBIA MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

TIRES

goodyear rs-a 245/45-r18 2006 nissan maxima: son driving home from lubbock texas to portales nm, back tire had flat he changed tire and inside side wall was torn up! it was at night so he drove home. he could not see the extent of the damage that was done based on lack of light. next morning i got in car and i could not brake. i was lucky and managed to stop my car. i looked under car and found moisture slapped all up under the tire area of vehicle. jacked car back up and found brake line cut in half. looked in trunk and found tire blown out with wires (resembling hot wire sticking out of tire sidewall. wire was coming out. they looked like strings... but metal and lots of them! this is the radial part of tire? it wrapped around my axel and around the brake line. it also pulled the solid steal bracket the brake line was mounted to out of place. the mount was pulled down and cut through the metal of my car based on tension of the wires from tires pulling it down. my son could have been killed!!!!!!! or someone else. brake line, rim. tire all ruined. what was the scariest part is someone could have died. this tire is extremely dangerous. i have 63k on this vehicle. have replaced all tires 2 times which means i have gone through 12 tires. almost all tires replaced due to sidewall failure. two months ago i replaced another tire based on tread falling off and wrapping around the axel. these tires need to be recalled they are going to kill people!!!!! also each tire cost 266.00 i have paid dearly for the tires that could have killed people!!!! please contact me if you have questions i have pictures that would frighten you! marla segovia portales nm i will help to support your claim. this could kill your family or someone else. if he was only farther away from home his brake fluid would have been completely gone and he was traveling at highway speeds. extremely dangerous!!!!! please do something about this tire!!!

Reported in: PORTALES NM || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 maxima had less than 77,000 miles on it and the transmission needed to be replaced. it is not covered under warranty which is only 60,000 miles. nissan is well aware of the problem with the 05 maxima but has refused to issue a recall.

Reported in: SAN ANTONIO TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

TIRES

i own a 2005 nissan maxima: in january ,2009 my son was driving back from lubbock texas to portales nm. this is 110 miles. my tire a goodyear rs-a 245/45 r18 tire went flat my son got out of the car and changed it in pitch dark. not taking the time to look at the tire in depth. he drove home to find in the later part of his trip he did not have any breaks. he was driving at highway speeds. the inside of the tire�s beading came completely out. it looked like it had 45 wires hanging out of the tire. these wires were in and out of the tire and i could literally pick it up by the wires. the wires (beading) wrapped around my break lines and cut them completely in half, in addition pulling the steal mount for the break line all the way through the cars mount. this could have killed my son, passengers, as well as oncoming traffic. this same situation happened to me three weeks prior. this time the tire came apart from the inside where you can�t see it, but the beading did not come out. when my son�s situation happened, it took (my tire, $266.00), (wheel $800.00) (break lines $???.00) damage to the internal mount and vessel $ ???.00 of my car�.all out! this tire is dangerous and needs to be completely taken off the market. there are so many incidences with this particular tire and it is extremely deadly! i am pleading with nhtsa to stop production of this tire and have a full recall on it. one person�s life is not worth this dangerous tire!

Reported in: PORTALES NM || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission failure with 2005 nissan maxima. at about 60,000 miles i noticed my transmission slipping from 1st and 2nd gears. then it got progressively worse and started jerking when coming to a stop. i took it to nissan dealer and they said that i needed a new transmission and that it would cost about $4000. after replacing the transmission the problem is gone and car is back to normal. i did research on the internet and found hundreds of cases with the exact same problem. how can i get my complaint heard and reconciled because this is truly a nissan defect and not just ordinary wear and tear on the car. i thought initially i just had bad luck. this was not the case.

Reported in: YORBA LINDA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN

timing chain problem with 2005 nissan maxima. after having my transmission replaced (different complaint), the dealer told me that there was a known problem with the timing chain guides breaking and that my timing chain and corresponding parts needed to be replaced for $1600. i thought this was a problem because my car is not old and should not need this repair. i did research on the internet and found hundreds of cases with the same defect in nissan maxima's. i would like my complaint heard and a possible recall done if possible. this is clearly a nissan defect and problem and not normal wear and tear on the car.

Reported in: YORBA LINDA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Reported in: YORBA LINDA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i bought my nissan maxima at 58,000 miles from the nissan dealership at gwinnett place nissan, duluth,ga. at about 89,000 miles my transmission started jerking when switching from gears 1,2, and 3. even when increasing speed or downshifting. i took it to gwinnett place nissan and they claimed it was an engine mount problem. i specified that it could be the transmission but they said it was definitely the engine mounts, so i got them replaced for $1500, after the fix i still feel jerking and now its getting worse.

Reported in: LAWRENCEVILLE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i currently own a 2005 nissan maxima sl automatic transmission i bought it used at about 80,000km and its now at 103,000km. since i bought it i have been more then disappointed and now furious with nissan. from purchase date which was august 2008 until now april 2009 i have been experiencing the car jerking from gear 1 to 2 and 2 down to 1. it went from a slight jerk and slip of the gears to a jerk so hard that it broke the engine mounts. i brought it in and got the engine mounts fixed and also had them do a diagnostics. i went to 4 different dealerships and 2 mechanics and no one knew what was wrong. nissan kept telling me to get a transmission flush which i did twice and still did not solve the problem. i also got the timing belt replaced as well as got the vehicle checked out by a nissan transmission specialist. not to mention every diagnostic test is $100. this car is not safe for me and my family. the intense jerking during acceleration and breaking is not only unsafe for us, but for others on the road. the most recent incident happened coming off the highway late one night when i was slowing down on the off ramp and the jerk was so severe that it had given myself and my passenger whip lash and caused us to spin out. after all the maintenance, parts replaced and i?m still experiencing the same problem means that nissan is not doing their job to get this rectified. it?s costing me too much time and money. i have to take time off work every time to get these things done and the same problems are recurring and now i don?t know what else to do. i recently read some reviews and i noticed that this is a popular problem within 2004-2005 nissan maxima?s but yet there has been no recalls and nothing has been done to compensate the consumer. i need something done asap because as of right now i have no other choice but to drive this faulty vehicle, unsure if i will make it to work or home at night.

Reported in: TORONTO 00 || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i purchased a 2005 maxima which i love. recently it is having transmission problems. it starts to skip and jerk in 1st and 2nd gear. i was told transmission would cost 4000 to 6000 dollars which i cant afford. i have researched this problem and found i am not the only one with this problem there are thousands more. just type in and google transmission problems in a 2005 maxima and read all the complaints. obviously nissan needs to step up and correct this problem. some people can hardly pay there bills must less come up with the money to pay for a transmission problem that obviously is nissans fault. thanks.

Reported in: ROME GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

failure of timing chain & tensioners. upon hearing whining noise took 2005 maxima to dealer who verified noise was due to an impending failure of the timing chains and tensioners. researched problem & discover that this manufacturing defect involved engines made from 2004 to 2007 affecting maxima's, quest's, altima's, pathfinder's, &xterrra's. we contacted nissan usa & were informed that nissan had no responsibility for this problem and since our 36,000 miles had expired we were on our own. (case #6392191) no choices left we paid this replacement of defective parts to the price tag of $2800.93. appealed to nissan usa again but was treated like the proverbial red-headed son even though we have purchased 3 new nissan maxima's in the last 10 years. there is no way that we did anything to make this problem occur. it is a case of manufacturing defective parts!!!

Reported in: PALMETTO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2004 nissan maxima purchased in 2005 currently with 70k miles on it. i am having problems with my automatic transmission shifting. from 1st to 2nd and from r to d it slams.

Reported in: ROWLAND HEIGHTS CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

defective electronic door lock - 2005 nissan maxima the electronic door lock, whether actuated from the button on the driver's door or by the key fob, does not lock or unlock the door(s) reliably. this is a potential safety problem. my wife did not even know for several months that the vehicle was not locking when she used the remote key fob. this could have resulted not only in a theft but also a vehicle intrusion by an assailant. i will submit my vehicle idn later.

Reported in: SILVER SPRING MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2005 nissan maxima, on june 27th gauges all went to negative, fuel gauge showed empty, temp showed cold, tach and speedo did not work, a/c did not work, turn signals inside did not work but outside did. partial sunroof operation. kept car in garage, got in car on june 29th to take to dealer, noticed unusual smell, 10 min. later smoke came pouring out of center dash. immediately got out of car and disconnected battery. had towed to dealer, said that they would replace gauge cluster and a/c metering amp, looks like it short circuited by coin that somehow made its way into a vent creavis of the sealed circuit board. we have had 170,000 miles of basically trouble free driving but i am really concerned because they cannot guarantee that this solves our problem. as you can see my wife drives alot of miles in this car with 8 hour trips to florida every 6 weeks. not sure how she would react to a smoke filled cabin and would be concerned if she could get out if it happened again and flames up. the dealer said it would never really catch fire. had issue a few weeks earlier where the car shifted strangely, it would often not start and the car would not start unless the a/c was turned off. the suggested a transmission fix, new catalytic converter and a new battery. we could only do the battery at that point. i can't help to wonder if the computer gave false reading because of the recent problem.

Reported in: STATESVILLE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima shifting problem from 2nd gear to 3rd and 3rd to 2nd gear, jerking effect, also after warm up, going from reverse to drive there is a bang... automatic.

Reported in: STATEN ISLAND NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

my 2005 maxima had been parked in my garage when an electrical fire occurred near or in the fuse panel. we do not know when the fire occurred. the fire had somehow contained itself and self-extinguished. the car was sealed so we assume it ran out of oxygen as the smoke did not leak to the garage. the lower dash panel on the left side of the steering column appears to be the initial fire. as i am not an expert, i can only assume the housing for the fuse panel would relate to the cause of the fire as this is where most of the damage occurred. the fire melted that panel to the floorboard and spread around the steering column, around the ignition and slightly up to the upper dashboard (right side), again causing the dash to melt. prior to the fire the driver's side power seat would not engage any movement. i had not attempted to fix it as i rarely, if ever, move my seat. this had occurred approximately 4-6 months prior to the fire. another electrical issue the car had prior was the seat belt light indicator would remain on when the driver's side seat belt was indeed buckled. i do not know if these electrical issues relate to the electrical fire. i did however find another report on nhtsa involving the same type of power seat issues and similar electrical fire to the same make, model and year of my maxima. at this time the nissan dealership is not sure how the fire started and is not claiming nissan liability. i am concerned the dealership will not investigate the cause of fire and replace the damaged components of my car with the same potential electrical fire hazards. i feel this fire should be cause for investigation as my maxima appears to be at least the second nissan with the same exact electrical issues and fire.

Reported in: GREENWOOD MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

SEATS

Reported in: GREENWOOD MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

SEATS

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that her vehicle caught fire. smoke appeared from under the driver's seat and the vehicle was severely burned. the contact extinguished the fire and there were no injuries. the dealer advised her to call the insurance company. she was informed that there would be a $1,000 deductible, but she does not want to pay. a complaint was filed with the nissan manufacturer. the failure mileage was 95,000.

Reported in: LONG BEACH CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

this a complaint about the transmission of the 2005 nissan maxima. my maxima only has 60,000 miles on it, however it has began to jerk while changing gears, and to slip out of gear while it is on the road. this is very dangerous, particularly the slipping out of gear. i have not yet gotten into an accident or had my car stop on the road. however, i feel that it is only a matter of time. apparently this is a very widespread problem with the with the 2004 and 2005 nissan maximas. the problem first began to happen about every 3 days, but now it happens about every other day. especially when the car is going from 2nd to 3rd gear. i have had the transmission fluid checked, and was told that my fluid level was perfectly fine. the shop recommended that i take my car to a transmission specialist, which i have not yet done. they also mentioned to me that the transmissions on the 2004 and 2005 maximas are known to be defective, and usually go bad at about 60,000 or 70,000 miles. i believe that the transmissions on the 2004 and 2005 nissan maximas are defective and need to be recalled.

Reported in: COVINA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl. contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. current mileage was 65,000 and failure mileage was unknown. contact stated while driving at 40mph the vehicle will slow down with braking and becomes very stiff. then the vehicle will accelerate without warning. the dealer stated the vehicle needs a new transmission. contact feels this is a safety issue because as the vehicle slows down another vehicle can crash into the back of the vehicle or the contacts vehicle can crash into the back of another vehicle because it accelerates without warning. jo

Reported in: YONKER NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

SEATS

on june 23, 2009 my 2005 maxima was parked in an enclosed garage within my home. on that same date i attempted to enter my vehicle and was greeted with an extreme amount of smoke upon opening the driver's side door. no fire was occurring, so i opened all car doors and garage doors to clear the smoke. when the smoke cleared i discovered my car had, at some point in the prior 8 hours, had an interior fire and had luckily self-extinguished. the fire seemed to originate near the fuse box, located to the left of the steering column, on the under side of the dash. the fire melted the fuse box and surrounding dash area, spreading around the underside of the steering column to just above the ignition on the dash. no police or fire emergency services were called as the fire was out. my insurance was immediately contacted and a tow ordered to take the maxima to the nearest nissan dealership. i contacted nissan consumer affairs to advise them of this fire. after a few weeks they communicated that nissan would not investigate the fire. my insurance covered the cost of the repairs and the repairs took place. upon completion of the repairs the dealership discovered when they tested the lumbar switch, that it was overheating the fuse panel and that it would need to be replaced. my insurance was contacted to come out to the dealership to assess the new discovery. the insurance adjuster, service manager, and service technician met and agreed that the cause of the fire was a pinched lumbar switch and it needed to be replaced. i paid the cost of the switch as insurance only covers damages. the lumbar switch was recalled in 2006. my lumbar switch was repaired in april of 2006. the recall states the lumbar switch wiring could become pinched and cause a fire. i asked both the dealership and nissan consumer affairs to refund and investigate my fire and it's association to the recall. at this time neither is cooperative and refuses to assist or investigate.

Reported in: GREENWOOD MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: GREENWOOD MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2005 nissan maxima currently has 84,000 miles (and is out of warranty). i purchased it in 2006 with 24,000 mi. it began bucking or jerking very hard when changing gears (while driving and when putting into drive) over 3 months ago. this problem occurs everyday i drive the vehicle, sometimes more that others. it would buck and jerk so hard that i did not feel like i was in control of the vehicle. recently the service engine light came on so i took it to be looked at. after replacing the front motor mount ($700) and driving it off the lot, 20 minutes later the service engine light came back on and the car was still bucking and jerking. i brought it to the dealer only for them to tell me 2 motor mounts need to be replaced as does the transmission for a total of almost $5,000. no work has been done on the car because i've reported this to the corporate offices of nissan and they have begun an investigation. there have been no crashes or injuries due to this problem...yet. however, the car is not safe to drive. after researching this problem online it has come to my attention that numerous 2004-2005 nissan maxima owners are all having the same exact issues with their vehicles. this is a defect in the vehicle and after reading how many others have the same issue i do not believe i or anyone else should be held responsible for paying for this repair/replacement of parts. i believe it needs to be recalled.

Reported in: HAMILTON NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

for the past several months, i have been experiencing the same transmission problems that just about every other 2004-2005 nissan maxima owner has experienced. mine is a maxima se with 5 speed auto (with manual shift mode). once the car warms up, the transmission shifts very hard and rough from 1st to 2nd gear. it also downshifts hard from 3rd to 2nd gear. at this point, if i put the car in park or reverse, and then back into drive, there's about a 3-5 second delay, then it makes a banging noise as it kicks into gear. the transmission problems get worse: when shifting from 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd gears it slips into neutral (causing rpm's to freely shoot up nearly to the redline) and then jerks and slams back into gear very rough & hard. this really affects the cars performance. the transmission problems go from worse to more worse: eventually somewhere between 3rd and 4th gear, i'll hear and feel the transmission make a banging sound and lock up...no up or down shifting. this causes the "service engine soon" light to light up. at this point, the car accelerates very slowly from a stop since it's locked in gear and at highway speeds, the rpm's are very high. when switching the transmission to manual mode, the gear indicator always stays at "5". i have to turn the car off for a few seconds and re-start the car to get the transmission to shift again, but unless it's had several hours to cool off, the same problems start again immediately in sequence. this is obviously a manufacturer's defect and how nissan is not being held responsible for this blows my mind and is completely unacceptable for a $30,000+ car that's under 5 years old!!!

Reported in: INDIANAPOLIS IN || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

clutch pedal on a 2005 nissan maxima goes to the floor. it will return by "popping" the pedal; bouncing it off of my foot. i had the same problem with a 2002 nissan altima.

Reported in: MOUNTAINSIDE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima.

Reported in: JOPPA MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

the transmission on this car does not want to go into gear between 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd. then if it does it jerks really hard and sounds like its going to fall out. then there's times it slips. when you put the car into reverse you have to hold your foot on the brake really hard or the car will jump backwards. as soon as the car warms up it does this. i'm afraid to drive the car out of town in fear the transmission will completely stop. there are plenty of websites with people complaints of the same issue. its not an isolated thing. i have not been able to fix the problem because of financial reasons. the car is only four years old. i bought it used and haven't even had it a year yet. i called nissan and they said there was no known issue of this problem. i read that other people were told the same thing when they called. there's no way a transmission should have problems after only four years.

Reported in: REDLANDS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i first purchased my 2005 nissan maxima last year and it had 70,000+ miles, it was used, after the first week i ended up taking it back to the dealer because it was jerking and switching. they informed me it was the motor mounts so they replaced then. when i got the car back the same problem was happening, so at my next oil change i informed them of the problem again, they said nothing was wrong, so i let it go. just recently the car has been jerking once i try to accelerate. the worst part is that i found an actual site with 30+ other 2005 maxima owners with the same problem who were given the same response. if that many cars are defective shouldn't the manufacturer fix the problem or submit a recall.

Reported in: ANNAPOLIS MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my nissan maxima '05 has about 37000 miles. recently, the transmission has gone bad. the car does not shift rapidly enough when i accelerate. also, it has sometimes slipped out of gear at low speeds, causing it to lurch forward in bumper-to-bumper traffic! this is a major safety hazard.

Reported in: WASHINGTON DC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima, and this car is having shifting problems, i only have 90k on my maxima and it jerks when coming to a stop and accelerating from 1st gear to 2nd gear which sometimes me and my passengers get whiplash by it. i replaced the transmission fluid and the car is still slipping into gear. some days the car works good, but most of the time the car has trouble with the shifting and is making me think less of nissan manufacturing.

Reported in: MONTCLAIR CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK

nissan 2005 maxima had a defect in the anti lock brake device where water from the road accumulated and caused corrosion. nissan advised the dealer to drill a hole to allow water to exit. the dealer stated that they had prior occurrences exactly like this. the cost to me was$ 534.34. updated 11/16/09 the consumer wanted to know the status of her complaint. updated 03/29/10

Reported in: CARMEL NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i am having transmission problems with my 2005 nissan maxima se. i took it to the dealer and they couldn't find anything wrong with it because it would mess up after it warmed up. it would jerk in down shifting and when i accelerated. first the guy said it might be my motor mounts. they advised me that i needed a transmission flush because we needed to start somewhere. i got that done and my problem continued. then he said that i needed my fuel induction done. he said that he put it on the machine and there where no error codes. then after i complained again he wanted to charge me to run a diagnostic after he already said he put it on the machine and didn't find anything wrong. also my service engine soon indicator light never came on. i have had 3 nissan maximas but nissan is not working with me. i bought my car in aug of 2008 and didn't purchase a warranty. i thought nissans were great cars but as stated in the forums lots of people are having this problem right after the warranty expires and nissan needs to look into this if they want to keep loyal customers like myself.

Reported in: MEMPHIS TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima. transmission would hesitate 15+ seconds at stop signs and intersections and then engage and jerk car out into traffic. hard shift between 1st & 2nd gear. & gears would slip in freeway traffic. nissan dealer replaced transmission ($3800) and said this is happening frequently with 2004-2005 maximas. 300+ identical complaints on just one internet blog. nissan needs to do a recall before someone is killed. dealer found code po744a/t tcc s/v function indicating functional valve malfunction in transmission.

Reported in: SACRAMENTO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima. 92,200 miles. started noticing issues around 85,000 miles, but became a serious issue around 90,000 miles. transmission hesitates 10+ seconds at stop signs or when switching between drive and reverse and then engages and car jerks into gear. shifts hard between 1st & 2nd gear. rpm's go way up before transmission catches and clunks into gear. slips in freeway traffic. have had transmission fluid flushed twice in past 4 months. nissan dealer ran $100 diagnostic and found nothing other than cracked motor mount because car does not act up consistently. dealer recommended replacing motor mount ($480) and probably transmission ($3800), since the motor mount would not explain jumping rpm's. 300+ identical complaints on just one internet blog mention that fixing motor mounts does not solve the problem, so i am hesitant to have that done. multiple blogs show the same complaints with identical symptoms. filed a "car needs repair" complaint with nissan consumer affairs, and have only spoken to someone once, during which call they said they would 'have to call me back' after listening to me describe my problem for only about 2 minutes. "service engine soon" light came on this morning, and car seems to be having difficulty shifting at all. scared to drive my car to the dealership to even see about repairs. nissan needs to do a recall before someone is killed.

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

at low speeds, the car jerks into gear as if it has a transmission problem. it seems to do it more often when the car has warmed up. some days it does not do it at all, but some days it does it every time when switching between 1st, 2nd and 3rd gears. i took it to the nissan repair shop here in town on october 14th, 2009, but they did not find anything wrong and could not duplicate the problem. i had noticed the problem about a month or so before taking it in to be checked. i looked the issue up on the internet and found where numerous nissan maxima owners were having the same problems. many of them had various expensive repairs done (transmission flushed or replaced) to no avail.

Reported in: LUBBOCK TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

WHEELS

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving between 60-65 mph the vehicles road performance was very poor due the extremely low tire pressure. the vehicle was taken to a service station to inflate the low pressured tires. identical failures occurred on several separate occasions. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. the failures was caused by defective chrome within the inner wheels. the defect caused low tire pressure, in which all four tires had deep cracks. the four tires were replaced on three separate occasions. the failure mileage was unknown. the current mileage was 60,00. the vin number was unavailable.

Reported in: CROSS LANES WV || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

vehicle was purchased with 69,000 miles and was in good condition, owned for eight months and driven lightly. transmission intermittently jerks when shifting from 1st to 2nd gear and also from 2nd to 1st. occasionally revs when up shifting then shifts with a bang and jerk. when problems occur, the manu-matic mode displays 's' instead of what gear you're in like it is supposed to, and will not shift gears manually in this mode. vehicle was taken to dealership where it was purchased and they eventually replaced the transmission with a rebuilt transmission. rebuilt transmission lasted less than six months before exhibiting the same problems.

Reported in: SAN ANGELO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 05 maxima and for the past 2 months i have had a jerking when i drive the car. it feels like the transmission. when i role of from 5 to 30 mph the car jerks and it rpms to 5k then drops. also when i am slowing down the car jerks more. they changed my motor mounts and said that it. the next day it started again. three weeks later i confronted them again and the stated to me that there is only a recall on the cvt transmission that is in the murano that has a recall. i have spoken to quite a few people that have had the same problem and have gotten the same answer. its not fair that people spend there hard earned money on an 30,000 car and have to go threw these problems.

Reported in: VALLEYSTREAM NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2005 nissan maxima has started showing signs of what may be serious transmission problems. as to the best course of action to correct these intermittent and random symptoms that include: 1. takes about 5 seconds to click into gear after the shift lever is put in "d" 2. very hard jerky shifts between 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 1st and accompanied by loud clunking noise. 3. transmission slips out of gear during regular driving allowing the engine to rev freely then jerking back into gear with a loud clunk. the is followed by a burnt oil / electrical type smell that gets inside the car and evident outside after stopping. sometimes i go for days with no symptoms at all and other times it may happen a dozen times in a day. i took it in to the dealer and none of the problems showed up for them but they noted that the engine mounts were broken but that would not cause these symptoms. they suggested a new transmission and motor mounts for $4,000.

Reported in: ROCKVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

at low speeds, the car jerks into gear as if it has a transmission problem. it seems to do it more often when the car has warmed up. some days it does it every time when switching between 1st, 2nd and 3rd gears. i took it to the shop and was told i need a new transmission car only has 88000 miles on it. i had noticed the problem about a month or so before taking it in to be checked. i looked the issue up on the internet and found where numerous nissan maxima owners were having the same problems. many of them had various expensive repairs done. not safe in traffic as car lunges forward!

Reported in: CARMICHAEL CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima, transmission shifts extremely hard when upshifting and down shifting. sometimes it just stays neutral while stop and when the gas is pressed it jumps forward. this is extremely scary and unsafe. i was reading about this and it seems that this is a very common problem with nissan maximas 2004 and newer. there are thousands of complaints everywhere.

Reported in: HAVERHILL MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

STRUCTURE

i purchased my 2005 nissan maxima sl brand new from kraft nissan in july 2005. four years later, i have been very disappointed in the service that nissan provides to customers. i have had issues with nissan's service since day one. i have contacted nissan in the past about issues concerning my maxima. yesterday (december 2, 2009) after work, i got into my car to find out that it was wet on the inside from the driver side door panel to the passenger side door. most of the roof line was completely saturated with water and dripping from the sunglass storage panel and each door. i have not had any work done or accidents. i feel that there is a defect in the seals or drains in this car. this was not the first time this has happened. i paid for a luxury nissan not a piece of junk and continually make my payments timely. kraft nissan informed me that there is nothing they can do because my car is out of warranty and would have to keep my car all day and charge me $90 just to diagnosis the problem. my problem is that my car is almost always park in a garage, whether at work or at home. in florida it rains a lot and i should not be having this issue with a car that is only 4.5 years old. i promise you i will never buy another nissan nor will i recommend to anyone to buy a nissan.

Reported in: QUINCY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

problem with nissam maxima 2004 transmission jerking when put in gear or shifting form 1st -2nd.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i currently have a 2005 maxima with only 75,00 miles. the car jerks back when it shifts gears. it has caused me to pullover and restart my car everytime. there has been thousands of nissan maxima owners with the same issue around the 50,000 to 100,000 mile range. there is definitely a defect on this vehicle. i had transmission/ motor mounts replaced. the transmission moved from side to side that it broke all the mounts. i have gotten multiple whiplashes and continue with back pain. i took it to my local dealership on 12/7/2009 and they of course said that it was the transmission. they said it is common on these vehicles. i took my car to the dealership running and now they're saying that it is not running.

Reported in: LAS VEGAS NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima se(at transmission) that i bought brand new in 05 i have about 55k miles on it and it is starting to show some transmission problems. when it is shifting 1st to 2nd gear it has a very bad jerk in to gear and the same when i slow down and it down shift from 2nd to 1st gear. and also when it is shifting form 3rd to 4th or 4th to 5th some times it delays and my car goes into neutral for about 3 seconds then it shifts really hard into gear with that same jerk i have shifting from first to second. also my car sometimes get stuck in 5th gear when im on the free way, i know this because after i slow down according to traffic and then accelerate to go with the flow of traffic i have no accelerating power(this problem doesn't happen all the time but it does happen and how i get my car back to first gear is i have to pull over and restart my car). i tried taking my car the a local nissan dealership and they could not find any problems with it they first suggest getting a transmission oil change and flush. that did not fix the problem at all. i had the same problem after i got my transmission oil change done. and now they are suggesting me to get a new transmission for 3000 to 4000. and i personally can not afford that. please have a recall on the 2005 nissan maxima se i have read many nissan forums and many nissan customer have the same problem an complaint. on this website http://x.nissanhelp.com/forums/maxima/9183-05-maxima-transmission-shifting-problems.html none of these nissan maxima se have not even over a 100k miles on in. please help all of us out because it is a safety problem when a car goes in to neutral for a few seconds and when it get stuck in 5 gear on the free way.

Reported in: ANAHEIM CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

i have a 2005 nissan maxima and the engine keeps on slipping. it happens about 30% of the time when i'm shifting to first gear. i when the a transmission shop and had everything checked and they changed my transmission oil, but after about 2 weeks the slipping started again. i have read online that i'm not the only person having this problem with 04-06 nissan maximas. there are a lot people having engine slips with this car.

Reported in: TUCSON AZ || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

when the transmission is working for about 10 to 15 minutes it start to change gears rough and also slippage also occur the vehicle is my car port i can't afford the repairs because they will be around 3,500.

Reported in: CONCORD CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a transmission issue with my 2005 nissan maxima. i bought this car in april 2009 with a little over 36k miles. as of december 28, 2009 my car has 56k miles. car has really bad jerking motion up shifting and down shifting between 1st and 2nd gears every day. the transmission is slipping. brought maxima to nissan dealer ship who suggests to flush transmission and change motor mounts which seem to be a waste of money and not correcting the real problem.

Reported in: NASHVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission issue. this appeared to start around the 60k mile mark. randomly the car would jerk going from 2nd to 3rd or when slowing down from 2nd back down.

Reported in: DACONO CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima the transmission has hard jerky shifts between 2nd and 3rd (slamming into gear). also the transmission slips out of gear occasionally during regular driving allowing the engine to rev freely then jerking back into gear. this can cause sudden acceleration or torque steer. i'm very concerned that this car will cause an accident. the car now has a burnt oil type smell. (i know this is not good). i just had the transmission flushed and new fluid put in four months ago. we now have 70,000 miles on it.

Reported in: FLOWER MOUND TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission jerks hard between 2nd & 3rd gears. tranny slips and also stalls when going from rev to drive.

Reported in: DECATUR GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was driving approximately 40 mph on normal road conditions. pressure was applied to the accelerator pedal, followed by an unintended lunge and forceful acceleration. the failure occurred whenever the vehicle was shifting in the first, second and third gears. the driver pulled over to the side of the road and turned the engine off. the vehicle restarted and resumed normal operation. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing. the technician recommended replacement of the transmission. the vehicle has not been repaired at this time. the failure mileage was 61,000. updated 03/04/10. *lj the consumer also complained that when accelerating, the transmission would jerk. the dealer found internal transmission failure. the transmission fluid was burned. also the front and rear engine mounts were broken. the consumer had an accident due to the shifting problems with the transmission. 08/11/10. *jb

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i leased a 2005 nissan maxima and fell in love with the car so much that i purchased the car when the lease was up. shortly thereafter, i began smelling burned oil. i also noticed the car began to jerk really hard going from park to drive and going from drive to reverse. i took it to the dealership and they informed me that the transmission was going bad and they were going to replace it. the car had approximately 44k miles on it at this point. the dealership replaced the transmission with a remanufactured one. the car was fined but seemed not to have the same power. anyhow, three months in to having the remanufactured transmission i noticed the car would not go into the driving gear. the car would only move in reverse. the car only has 46,524 miles on it. *tw

Reported in: WILKINSBURG PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

1. car started jerking into gear and slipping out of gear at 70k miles. 2. starting happening with more regularity making driving the vehicle dangerous when acceleration was needed 3. had to change the valve body and seals in the transmission. after problem persisted the computer was flashed and then the problem went away. from what i've read. the 04-06 nissan maxima's have all had this problem with the transmission and the problem tends to re-appear. now i'm out $2,000 and may have to fix again in 50k miles.

Reported in: FLINT TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission defect/failure.

Reported in: CALEXICO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

i brought my car to nissan for service because i heard a whining noise coming from the engine. i was informed by nissan that the timing chain on my vehicle may need to be replaced. i have a 2005 nissan maxima with only 50,000 miles. if this part is not replaced, the car will stop immediately and will require towing. i'm disturbed by this issue, because nissan was made aware of this issue with their 2005-2008 models, since 2006, and have only listed this as a bulletin. there have been many complaints and forums on this issue, however they do not deem this as a recall. i feel this is a safety issue, because if a vehicle halts in the middle of a highway, this can be a disaster waiting to happen. also there may be extensive damage to the engine. i also have a 1995 maxima that has never undergone a timing chain replacement. i'm hoping that someone will look into this issue.

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima se, and like all the other complaints, i'm having the same problems in the shifting from second to third gear, and a thump when putting it in reverse or drive. the thump is so hard, it makes the car shake.

Reported in: OWINGS MILLS MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2005 nissan maxima has a transmission problem at only 85000 miles. when i am driving the car has problem shifting from 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd. also the car when it is parked and i put it on drive it will give a quick jolt forwards. there are thousands of people with this problem. i have been reading thousands and thousands of posts online with people having the same problem. i took the car to a mechanic and they say i need a new transmission which will cost around 4000! it is very dangerous to drive a car like this because you don't know what to expect.

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima and i've been having problems with the transmission. there is a severe jerking from the transmission when going into to gear or when shifting gears while driving.

Reported in: OAK LAWN IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving 40 mph he could feel the vehicle lunge forward whenever he was down shifting and going over 40 mph. when he slowed the vehicle down the rpms increased. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the motor mount may have caused the failure to occur. he then took it to another dealer who stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. no repairs were made to the vehicle. the failure mileage was 82,000 and the current mileage was 88,000.

Reported in: CAMDEN NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle would not shift gears without hesitation and it would also slip out of gear. the failure occurred 30% of the time while driving 40 mph. she took the vehicle to the dealer and they replaced the motor mounts; however, the transmission continued to malfunction. the vehicle was taken to a transmission specialist who stated that the transmission needed to be rebuilt. the vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. the current mileage was approximately 9,000 and the failure mileage was approximately 78,700.

Reported in: NORFOLK VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

while driving my vehicle i noticed jerking and car was not shifting gears. i then thought to have the car serviced so i did. they advised getting a transmission motor mount,but that didn't work and it sure wasn't the problem. then i decided to have it check by two transmission specialist. they told me that this incident was very rare to happen to nissans with the amount of miles it has. the car has approx. 79,000 miles on it. who would have thought of buying a newer car if such a problem would occur so soon. i thought i was the only person suffering but i wasn't. so i went on had it looked at the 2nd time and they told me the car was slipping on the 2nd gear and falling out of 2nd and 3rd gear. it was said that they would have to rebuild the transmission and that hard parts weren't even covered under the estimate of a couple thousand dollars. so, i needed a second opinion and i went to another specialist and they said it was the same exact reason and the rings in the transmission could have gone bad. so where was supposed to start........i feel very much so that this a manufactures error and it needs to be corrected on that end. i've heard alot of good things about nissan but, there's a lot of doubt about the products they sell to consumers that could endanger someone or something.

Reported in: NORFOLK VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2005 nissan maxima has 63000 miles and has started showing signs of what may be serious transmission problems. random symptoms that include: * very hard jerky shifts between 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 1st and accompanied by loud clunking noise.

Reported in: MIDLOTHIAN VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i recently purchased a 2005 nissan maxima from a dealership not affiliated with nissan. the is not 30 days old and it jerks from 1st to 3rd as if i have a stiff shift,the engine will rev up while going 30-40mph and jerk forward almost causing me to almost rear end another vehicle. and afterwards i can smell this metal/chemical odor accumulating in the vehicle. this vehicle has severe shifting problems.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission problems.

Reported in: ANAHEIM CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

we bought a 2005 nissan maxima brand new. last year 2009 the transmission began to slip and the air conditioner went out. the dealership said the air would be $1400 so when the tranny was a problem i knew not to go to the dealership. the car would jerk and slam into gear. i had my 2 children in the car and it completely stopped in the middle of traffic. it had to be towed to a local transmission place and was told i would need a new transmission for $3000. the car has been babied and should not have any issues. it is garaged kept and all maintenance done. the car was less than 4 years old when all these problems started. after seeing all the complaints i believe nissan should recall and refund this particular transmission. my mechanic cannot get any help from nissan and it still has issues. my children and i could have been killed the way the car lost all gears in the middle of traffic. i did not have enough time to pull over. there are more complaints about the 2005 nissan maxima transmission than toyota and look what they are doing. do people have to die for nissan to take responsibility? i want to be included in any and all class action lawsuits that pertain to this issue. i still own money on this lemon.

Reported in: NORTH CHARLESTON SC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima that is having transmission problems. i purchased the car with 97,000 miles a year ago. since then i have been having problems with hard shifts- shifting from 1st to 2nd gear as well as a hard banging sound when it finds the right gear. i have changed the transmission and several other parts, only to encounter the same problems. there seems to be a big problem with the transmission in these cars. research on-line showed that a lot of people are having the same problem.

Reported in: SPRINGFIELD GARDENS NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving 25 mph when the vehicle jerked and slammed into gear on its own. the driver pressed on the accelerator pedal and the vehicle continued to travel. the vehicle had not repaired at the time of the complaint. the failure mileage was 85000. the current mileage was 90000. updated 05/11/10. *lj

Reported in: FEDERAL WAY WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima. it has been jerking between 1st and 2nd gear shifting. dealer suggested motor mounts replacement. this was done. problem still persist. jerking got worse and got engine code. took to dealer and now they are saying the transmission is bad. it seems tons of folks are having the same issue.

Reported in: GREENSBORO NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima transmission problem. transmission jerks when shifting in low gears or going from reverse to first gear. engine revs high and then the car slams into gear, this happens when driving at low speeds including on the highway. this problem causes the car to surge forward when it occurs. this problem started around 75k miles on the car. reports from several transmission shops indicate this is a recurring problem with the 04 and 05 maximas. i have logged a complaint with nissan consumer affairs with no resolutin at this point.

Reported in: ALLEN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima started having a delay in going from reverse to drive and also jerking into gears. emailed nissan and was told to take to nissan to have checked. called nissan service dept and was advised that it's not worth bringing in and paying to have checked when you already know there is a transmission problem. was advised it's around $4700 to replace.

Reported in: ROSHARON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

improper braking function with abs in 2005 nissan maxima - started with noise and "soft" brakes. it continued to a point where the abs was incorrectly being activated (even when the car was off). it seems to be related to a speed sensor in the wheels. this controls the abs activation and the speedometer/odometer. the speedometer has stopped working. and due to the abs being under constant strain, the abs control module is going to have to be replaced.

Reported in: CAMBY` IN || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i notified nissian headquarters that i have a problem with my transmission. the regional representives for nissian headquaters indicated to me that i need to take my 2005 nissan maxima to a nissan dealership to have it place on the dignostic machine which cost me 95.00. nissan dearlership results was a bad transmission. the regional representive gave me a file number(6763040). i indicate to the regional representive that my car jerks in 1st and 2nd gear. the rpm goes up with a hard thump sound. on 2-9-2010, i picked up my daughter from daycare and was turning in heavy traffic and a big truck almost hit my car because of the car hesitate to go into 2nd gear causing it to slow down while i turning into on going traffic. this is a safety issue and nissan headquaters knows it. the result from headquaters came back from the regional representive and she indicate no, we will not fix your car, i explain to her that i know my car has 90,000 miles but it is a nissan and these cars suppose to be well built. i ask her for a good will fix and she still indicate no we will not fix your car. the regional representiative quoted, that we will only fix cars on a case-by-case base. i told them that they need to fix all the cars because they know many people are having problems with that particalr year nissian maxima. regional rep said we will trade your car for a new and take 4% off and i told them i cannot afford a new car. nissan company know there is something wrong with the transmission but they are trying to get consumer to buy a new car to make profit of the consumer, instead of fixing the problem that they know occurs. i do not trust any more nissan cars so why are they forcing me to buy another. this is unconstitional!

Reported in: FLORENCE SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

door lock actuator in 05 maxima not working properly.

Reported in: BOAZ AL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima jerks/surges from different automatic gears causing vehicle to escalate in power. updated 04/21/10

Reported in: MARIETTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima slipping gears when ever you give it gas. it does it all the time and almost caused me to get in a wreck. i have it in the shop now and they are telling me i need a new transmission and valve body. the car only has 77,000 miles and nissan will not do anything. please help thousands of people online complaining about the same issue it is going to get someone killed!!

Reported in: SLIDELL LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

wow! this is crazy! i have the same problem> i have a 2005 nissan maxima and lately about a month ago when i put my car in drive it jerks big time. this is on and off. i took it to the nissan dealer for them to say it was my motor mounts and they needed to be replaced. well after hearing all these complaints it looks like i will just waste money to get these mounts replaced. my car has 81,000 miles on it and its been driven lightly and babied> i don't understand why they will not have a recall on this. noone should have to pay money for an issue that's obviously messing people over!

Reported in: HIGHLANDS TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Reported in: HIGHLANDS TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i am filing a complain about my nissan maxima 05. i have been on different websites were i see a lot of people that owns the maxima 04-05 models have the same complain. and the complains are the timing chain and the transmission. i think nissan should stand by their work and do a recall for they can see what is the problem and fix the problem. some people are still paying for this expensive car and can't afford to paying for manufacture problems. the timing chain and the transmission was not properly installed. and the problem needs to be fixed.

Reported in: HUEYTOWN AL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 maxima se....76,000 miles...... i have had jerky transmission problems around 0-20 mph... i have read hundreds of the same complaints..... someone get nissan to do a recall please... i'm sure they can't come up with the money to repair all of maxima's transmissions for free, that is probably the only thing holding them up...... well, being 23 years old, working 110 hour weeks during the summer farming.... i found myself buying a nice 2005 nissan maxima thinking that it was going to be a dependable car, weeks later i find out it is nothing but junk and is too late to return back to nissan.... i'm sure you guys have dealt with many of other 2004-2006 nissan maxima owner's complaints... but it's time to force nissan to stand behind their product and admit failure, and someone needs to put an end to this non-sense. i have 4 years of payments on this car, the least they could do is give me a properly working transmission...... also--- i have read many of a/c complaints, all which report of a/c hose needing to be replaced costing hundreds of dollars, my air conditioner just went out the other day..... good thing i have a sun roof and windows that work. this might as well also be thrown in the with the recall. thanks

Reported in: MINTO ND || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2005 nissan maxima's transmission started slipping in the september of 2009, i had maintenance done on the entire car done including the transmission which stopped the problem temporarily. by january of 2010 the problem came back and worst. the car would stop in the middle of traffic and it took about 5 seconds for the car to change shift. it would also jerk very violently when changing shifts, so hard that i was almost pushed out to the car in front of me, i finally had it on april 5th 2010 when out of nowhere the transmission gave out entirely. i was going up a hill and the automatic transmission let go so it started going backwards fast, i pressed forward on the gas only to get a hard rev and nothing else. i kept going until i hit the brakes hard inadvertently making me hit a tree denting my bumper. my car is now sitting in my driveway until i come up with the money to pay for a brand new transmission. i spoke to nissan and they suggested i take my car to a certified dealer for a diagnostics run which cost me 100 dollars. they offered me a new transmission for 4500 but i haggled down to 2500. i am in college and cannot afford spending that kind of money. i am still paying off this car and it is causing me distress. if i don't get any help i don't know what i will do.

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 maxima with the very same trans problems in the lower gears. hard shifting, slamming into gear, etc. fortunately, it is still drivable for now. i don't have the $3500 to fix it. this after just spending $1700 for a new catalytic converter 3 months ago. the car is a money pit. never again!!! told by dealership that i can still drive it until it wont go anymore. that doesn't seem like a very safe business practice for a dealership to tell its customers.

Reported in: LANDENBERG PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i own a 2005 nissan maxima, i had to have a new transmission put in my car. when i first took the car in to the nissan dealership here in memphis, tn, i was told by the service agent after test driving the vehicle that i was not having a transmission problem but that i needed motor mounts among other repairs which turned out to be quite expensive...about 3 days after having these repairs done, i took the car back in with the same complaint as before and was then told i need a transmission (this was my complaint when i took the car in, i complained about the transmission) and this would cost me $3,000+ in addition to the $2,000+ i had already spent. everybody that i know who owns the '05 maxima has had to replace the transmission or is at the point of complaining and questioning transmission issues. the dealer nor corporate is owning up to any problems with the transmissions in this particular vehicle. we would appreciate any help that you all can give to get nissan corporation to own up to this known defect....thanks.

Reported in: MEMPHIS TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i am having problems with the transmission in my car. when i drive and put the car in drive it jerks really hard. when i am accelerating it drags like it doesn't want to go and then jerks and starts back up to speed. nissan said it is a transmission problem. my car was only 4 years old when i first noticed the problem and nissan would not fix it. i see tons of complaints about this very issue and they have defective transmissions and don't want to admit, but i think someone needs to make them accountable.. $4800 is not pocket change, and most people don't have that kind of money. they should fix this for free.

Reported in: CEDAR HILL TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima with some serious transmission issues. the first time i ever felt the trans shift roughly was at about 35k miles, i thought nothing of it at the time because it was so random and the car was new. throughout the next 30k miles or so it would happen so randomly that it would never cause any serious concern, it would be during a descent down a hill when it would downshift or at rpms higher than 2500 as it downshifts. at about 70k the trans started to show some slipping, only after it would warm up at about 20 to 30 miles of driving. this caused for some concern, my wife has driven this car and we have a two-year old daughter, so i know for certain that the car was not abused. i took the car to a local dealership and soon there after they called stating that the trans will need to be changed out and of course since the warranty so conveniently just ran out i would have to pay $3500. this is my first nissan so i did a lot of research on line trying to see if there is others out there with similar issues, and did i find out that there is... apparently the 04 and the 05 maximas have a major trans issue that nissan is failing to admit to. i am having a hard time to get them to acknowledge the issue and assist me with the cost associated with a new trans. i just think that nissan needs to address this asap. my car is still drivable so my wife will drive as long as possible, hopefully something will be done before the car completely brakes down.

Reported in: LAWRENCEVILLE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima. for the last 2 years i have been experiencing problems with my car hesitating and the rpm raises very high while driving. i have also been experiencing heavy engine vibrations while braking when driving. i took nissan service and have a diagnostic done and they came back with a code for the transmission. they suggested that i have the transmission flushed, which i had done 6 months prior. nevertheless, i had it flushed again and the problem continued to escalate. i decided to look on the internet to see if i could possibly find a solution. i found that these problems were common with many 2004-2005 maxima owners and have been reported to nissan for many years, but they refused to recall these vehicles. in each case the problem began right after the warranty expired, which makes me think they were built like this purposely. i am now getting a shift malfunction code and was advised to replace the transmission. these are very expensive vehicles and it is just inexcusable for nissan to install faulty motor mounts and transmissions in them and not take responsibility for the repairs.

Reported in: KATY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission on 2005 nissan is not operating normally. this is an on-going problem and occurs when engine is warm. transmission has a hard "clunk" going from 2nd to 3rd gear on acceleration...and from 4th to 3rd...3rd to 2nd on deceleration. transmission recently went into "safe" mode where it's always in 4th or 5th gear. check engine light is intermittent. car drives normally at highway speed, but on acceleration or deceleration the transmission could fail at any time, creating a dangerous driving situation. if you "google" nissan maxima transmission problems, thousands of postings on numerous blogs detail this exact problem. nissan has known about these transmission failures for years. the cars usually experience the transmission 'issue' between 45/50 thousand miles and 70/75 thousand. out of warranty. the maxima transmission is not a component that can be easily repaired as i have had a transmission expert take it apart. nissan puts a new (or rebuilt) transmission in. cost is 2k-4k (or more). is this a problem that has been reported before?

Reported in: CLEARWATER FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i am the original owner for my 2005 nissan maxima, at approximately 80k mi my car began hesitating slightly. i took my car to the nissan dealer and was told that the problem was not detectable with a diagnostic machine, but the technician indicated that the problem was possibly a missing engine mount. i was also told that a transmission flush may also help the problem. the flush found no particles and did not stop the hesitation. my lease ended and i decided to keep the car. this hesitation has gotten progressively worst over time and culminated with almost lost of power while traveling from my home to the mall tonight. the car had very little power and made a low humming sound. i put my hazards on as other cars whizzed by. by the time i pulled into the restaurant and tried to back into a parking space the car would not drive. i turned it off then on again that helped and i was able to reverse. going home the car would not accelerate and the rpm needle kept going up to 4-5 then hesistated before coming down. i am scheduled to work tomorrow and i must now see about having the car towed to the dealership for evaluation. i am at a lost i just don't know what to do. i seen many other complaints about the 2005 nissan but no recall. i can't afford to buy a new car as i still owe 12000 and i am afraid my daughter and i are not safe in this car. please help.

Reported in: HANOVER MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Reported in: HANOVER MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

i purchased an 2005 nissan maxima se and have experiencing a jerking problem on the transmission. i feel extremely dangerous driving this car as it will not speed and accelerate and decelerate at a normal speed.

Reported in: MONTEREY PARK CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. he stated while driving at speeds of 30 mph, the gears began shifting without warrant. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure and current mileages were 91,000.

Reported in: SOMERSET KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

the second automatic door lock has gone out on my vehicle. now the passenger drivers side rear door will not unlock automatically. since the only way to lock and unlock the door is from the inside (no door lock for key on outside) this potentially creates a dangerous situation with my family and the need to get small children in or out of the vehicle that are required to ride in the back with child seats by state law.

Reported in: SACRAMENTO CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Reported in: SACRAMENTO CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 maxima jerking between gears. occurs constantly. taken to 2 repair shops and had transmission fluid changed without resolve. told need new transmission by both shops.

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima started having transmission problems at or near 73,000 miles. problems consist of the following: while shifting from drive to reverse and vice versa, the engine jumps/jerks; while driving the engine will hesitate to accelerate, revs and then jump. currently, the vehicle has over 80,000 miles. unfortunately we have not been able to get it assessed by a nissan dealership because we live in italy (military). we had the vehicle assessed locally and the prognosis was that the transmission is going bad. we move back to the states in a couple of months and the first order of business will be a stop at the nissan dealership. we anticipate the same runaround that everyone else has been getting. please note: we would like to be included in any and all class action lawsuits. we pay off our max next month!

Reported in: APO AE || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

SEAT BELTS

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. when the contact started the vehicle, she noticed a burning smell. the contact turned off the vehicle and called for assistance. when the mechanic arrived the contact was advised that the seat belt mechanism malfunctioned causing the burning smell. the contact called the dealer and was advised that the repair cost would be $5,000. the contact stated the seat belt failure was recall campaign id 05v512000. the seat belt was repaired in 2006. the current and failure miles were 62000. the vin was not available.

Reported in: GARDENIA CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my transmission skips and runs rough from 1st and 2nd gear... the nissan maxima is 2005 and has 127,000 miles. this started when the car was at 119,000 now it's getting worse.

Reported in: CHICAGO IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM

nissan maxima, automatic, se, 6 cyl. 3.5l mileage 75,000. problem: nissan dealer. converter heat shield rattle and crack in the catalytic converter. to replace converter nissan dealer wanted $1200.00 to replace. nissan wouldn't consider the problem a defect/ under warranty. my son's car.

Reported in: ALTA LOMA CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

the 2005 nissan maxima has a known issue and it's not just me, if you google for maxima abs issue, every one has been complaining about this. apparently, the hole near the right abs sensor is too small for the dust particles to escape which clogs the abs and short circuits the abs module. i live in new york state where it snows heavily sometimes in winters. my abs module blew up because of this issue. people i have spoken to have had same exact issue. it's amazing how nissan has not recalled these vehicles for this problem. abs system not working is a safety issue. i don;'t see how they can ignore this. not just that, this sort of becomes a scam since they are aware of this issue and still not recalling it.

Reported in: ELMONT NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

drivers door lock does not lock/un-lock with remote all the time. must use key to unlock. only notice problem with drivers door lock at this time. this failure happens 75% of the time i unlock my vehicle. it appears to always lock, but i do not double check the locking side.

Reported in: WORCESTER MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while traveling 0 to 5 mph the contact attempted to accelerate and the vehicle lunged forward and hesitated to accelerate. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where the engine mount was replaced; however, the failure continued to occur. the vehicle was taken back to the local mechanic where the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not serviced. the failure mileage was 80000 and the current mileage was 85000.

Reported in: PATASKALA OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

i purchase a 2005 nissan maxima and now the transmission jerks which cause the car to accelerate from gear to gear. i have spoken to nissan about this and they are aware of the problem but will not fix it. after reading more than a hundred complaints this is happening on a regular basis with models from 2004 to 2006 and i think nissan needs to take responsibility for there product and recall the year models that affected by there faulty transmission system. please look into this and hold nissan accountable for there cars.

Reported in: HIRAM GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle would jerk into first gear when braking to a full stop and the check engine warning light would illuminate. the vehicle was taken to a local repair facility where the transmission was rebuilt. the vehicle operated as normal for approximately one year following the repair. the failure recurred and the vehicle was taken to a transmission specialist where they were unable to duplicate the failure. the vehicle was not repaired and the failure persisted. neither the dealer or the manufacturer had not been contacted in regards to the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 105,000 and the current mileage was approximately 119,000. the vin was not available.

Reported in: WEST MONROE LA || Crash: N || VIN #:

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM

the transmission jerks so when driven it stops twice n shakes.

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

the transmission jerks so when driven it stops twice n shakes.

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima auto transmission. vehicle randomly jerks violently when shifting from first to second gear and from second to first gear. this problem does not always happen, but it is getting more frequent. just purchased the vehicle with 55,000 miles on it, less than 10,000 miles later i am being told i will need to replace the transmission. i was quoted $ 4,200 by the dealer. this is not under warranty.

Reported in: ROCHESTER NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission problems for 05 nissan maxima. recall should be issued. there are numerous complaints all over the web. the company needs to be brought to justice.

Reported in: RICHMOND VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the transmission began slipping november 2009; she stated that shifting gears was difficult. she also noted that the vehicle would not accelerate intermittently. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced; the transmission was replaced at that time. a month later, the failure occurred again. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where another transmission was installed. in july 2010, the failure occurred again. the vehicle was in the dealers possession when the complaint was filed. the manufacturer was not notified. the current mileage was approximately 104,000. the failure mileage was 83,943.updated 10/27/10. *lj

Reported in: FONTANA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i had a nissan maxima 2005 and it has serious problems with the transmission. this one is giving kicks between 1st, 2nd and 3rd shift and when you are driving it between 25 to 30. mph is overaccelerating then it change the shift and it feels like mule kick, the car and this thing almost cause and accident 3 ft more and my car it was going to hit the front car... please there are a lot of nissan maximas with exactly the same problem and nissan doesn't want to take care about this and is not only transmission the engine mounts are getting damaged too and this is serious because the engine can be damaged too.

Reported in: LAREDO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission problems with 1st to 2nd gear shift. the problem occurs daily and it is getting worse. extended warranty has expired and nissan will not fix or replace.

Reported in: DESOTO TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

after reporting transmission problem to nissan twice and was told there was nothing wrong with my transmission i was on the highway and the car would not accelerate because of the transmission causing me to almost be struck by another car. i did my research to find that not only have many consumers complained about the same issue for nissan maxima 2004-2006 transmission but nissan is refusing o recall these transmissions as they are faulty and can also be deadly due to the nature of jerking and car not kicking into gears.

Reported in: KENNESAW GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i own a 05' maxima with 102,000, and i am having transmission problems since around the 70,000 mile mark. i tried to flush it and nothing seems to work. it shifts out funny from 1st to 2nd and down shifts real hard when u come to a stop. i've read alot of the same complaints and something needs to be done about this problem, because i love the performance and i don't wont to trade it in because of the money i have dropped into it, and can't afford another car payment!!!!

Reported in: COKER AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving at 2 mph, the vehicle independently slipped into third gear and began making an abnormal rattling sound from the transmission. the dealer advised that the transmission would need to be replaced. the contact stated the transmission had been replaced twice previously. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 98,000.

Reported in: WINSTON SALEM NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 05 nissan maxima, with 65000 miles. it just started giving me real bad transmission problems for about a week now. it's been jerking and shifting hard in 2nd and 3rd gear. i took my vehicle to a mechanic to receive a transmission flush thinking that would solve the solution, unfortunately it didn't. 2 days later, it started giving me the same problem. so i decided to take the maxima to the nissan dealership thinking they would solve the problem. they informed me that the cost would be $ 4,000.00 to replace the transmission. my car is no longer under warranty. i pamper my car and up to this point have loved everything about my maxima. what course of action did you take in getting your car fixed? please email me to let me know what i can do to get this resolved at [xxx]. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima se transmission slip when putting veh into gear from p to r or p to drive, etc... also when coming to deceleration, the veh slams into lower gear jerking veh excessively. possible safety issue if veh cannot engage into lower gear when coming to stop in traffic or in front of pedestrians! thousands of blogs with customers having similar issues on consumeraffairs.com and edmunds.com... nissan is not helping people with this safety defect!!! they need to issue recall for this matter.

Reported in: TEMECULA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 maxima, and i am having the exact same problems as everyone else is having. i bought a nissan a month ago because everyone says they are great cars. i loved it at first, but now that this is happening i will never buy one again. the people at nissan really need to get their stuff straight and figure out what's wrong with all of these transmissions, and they need to fix it.

Reported in: HAW RIVER NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

as with many other complaints on this site, my 2005 nissan maxima is having significant transmission problems. hard shifting between 1st and 2nd and sometimes between 2nd and third. i was warned about the fact that nissan's have great engines but that they make their at on the cheap. i should have listened based on the other complaints i have seen on the 2005 maxima. i have maintained the care very well, and would have expected better performance from nissan. i have driving a honda to over 170k miles, and a mitsubishi to over $180k with no significant problems. this will be the last nissan i buy. i am going to buy another honda as soon as i can get my piece of crap nissan sold. based on how many of these similar complaints that i have seen on many other automotive sites on the internet, it seems there should be a recall on the 05' maxima transmission. so sad, because nissan seems to be falling behind even some of the american automakers as far as quality goes. no more nissans for me.

Reported in: MESA AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima with less than 100k miles was taken to nissan service shop and was said to need a part replaced in trans. and timing chain needs replacing along with motor mounts. after reviewing many websites this year make and model vehicle has 1000 with the same problem. tried taking to 2 different nissan reps and was told there was nothing they could or would do about their faulty product.. would like to know what else or who else i could speak with about this matter. i have owned 4 prior nissans and have never had problems and seeing that this issue seems to be in this vehicle i do feel that they are somewhat responsible.

Reported in: MCDONOUGH GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Reported in: MCDONOUGH GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 50-55 mph he heard a banging noise coming from the transmission. he pulled over to the side of the road and turned the vehicle off. he then restarted the vehicle and the noise continued. he drove the vehicle to the dealer and was advised that the transmission needed replacing. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure mileage was 65,000 and the current mileage was 89,000.

Reported in: RONDOLPH MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the transmission failed when she was driving, regardless of the speed. when she tried to shift into reverse the vehicle would hesitate before shifting into gear. the vehicle also make a clanking noise when the transmission failed. the vehicle was not repaired and nissan was not notified. the failure mileage was approximately 74,000. the current mileage was approximately 92,000.

Reported in: CONWAY AR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving 25 mph, after 10 minutes the vehicle began to jerk and slipped into second gear with extreme force. the gears would slip from first to the second gear and then to third gear. the dealer stated that the contact had to replace the transmission. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 75000 and the current mileage was 76005.

Reported in: ALEXANDRIA LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 45 mph, the front end of the vehicle began to shake and jerk violently. the failure occurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer on two different times for the identical failure. the technician informed that the transmission would need to be replaced. the failure continued and the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the transmission valve body was being replaced. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was approximately 80,000.

Reported in: MINTER AL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle would violently jerk when changing gears while driving at any speed. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the transmission would need replacing. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 79,000 and the current mileage was 103,000.

Reported in: TROY AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving, the vehicle seemed to shift hard and the gears would slip. the failure occurred after the vehicle warmed up (10-15 miles after being driven). the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the automatic transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 106,000 and the current mileage was approximately 111,000.

Reported in: JACKSONS' GAP AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

EQUIPMENT

2005 nissan maxima sl transmission problems, the car has a real problem going into gear from 1st to 2nd gear.

Reported in: FREDERICK MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

WHEELS

i have 2005 nissan maxima where the steel wheels are corroding causing slow leaks when tires are sealed to the wheel. i am concerned about hitting potholes at higher speeds and seal breaking causing car to go out of control. car has 51,000 miles on it. nissan dealership where car was purchased advises corrosion warranty lapsed as of 3/25/2010.this problem first started in 3/2008.

Reported in: FLORHAM PARK NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maima, 60k miles. i am now having automatic transmission problems that i have found are rather common for this car. i will be taking to a nissan dealer for inspection, but my concern is the fact that nissan is not identifying this as a habitual problem - which should warrant a recall. i have owned the car since showroom and have maintained the car according to nissan requirements. had to have the motor mounts replaced in 09 after i noticed unual noise coming from the car when i would accerlate from a stop. inspection discovered that the motor mounts needed to be replaced. i believe this may be a direct cause to my transmission issue now and according to several forum complaints many other individuals have had the same exact issue that i am experiencing now. once my inspection with nissan that will be done on 8/30/10 and their diagnosis i will update my complaint.

Reported in: DES MOINES WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

while driving the speed limit, the traffic light turned from amber then red and my transmission dropped very hard from 3 to 2 as if i slammed the breaks and the car behind me almost hit me. it would appear to the car behind me that i slammed the brakes many feet too early and was unpredictable. the accident was avoided by the driver from behind and resulted by angry gestures and honking. luckily no one got hurt. this issue occurs from time to time with this transmission that i can't afford to replace. the car in very good shape, and reliable. all the services has been done by the dealer, but the warranty has expired since its past the 5 year mark. nissan maxima 2005.

Reported in: NIAGARA FALLS NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns 2005 nissan maxima. the transmission failed when the gear was shifted from park to drive and slipped into third or fourth gear. the vehicle was taken to the dealer numerous times for the failure. the dealer stated that it could have been a miscommunication with the computerized system. none of the parts were replaced. the manufacturer stated that they would not assist with the repairs. the vin information wasn't available. the failure mileage was 62,000 and the current mileage was 72,000.

Reported in: ACUSHNET MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 40 mph the vehicle drove as if it was changing gears. when she engaged the accelerator pedal, the vehicle was moving slowly as the vehicle accelerated and it began to jump and change gears, as if it was a manual vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the transmission needed replacing. the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic since the dealer wanted $4400 to repair it. the contact was unable to provide a vin. the approximate and failure mileages were 81,000.updated 01/20/11 *bf the consumer stated once the vehicle was placed in reverse, it didn't move immediately, but then it would jerk into gear after the accelerator was applied and the vehicle would take off very fast. updated 03/24/11

Reported in: HAMPTON VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima and he it jerking when i put it in "d" and i have read many reviews and this car should be recalled. we spend too much money on these cars and they are not safe.

Reported in: HATTIESBURG MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima having transmission problems with only 67 thousand miles, car jerks forward when stopped, stalls, and jerks when trying to reverse, i have read hundreds of consumer reports and this an ongoing problem with nissan, dealership says my transmission needs to be replaced at a cost of 3 to 4000! i don't have that kind of cash. and am in a world of trouble with no car.

Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

its seems like the transmission in my 05 maxima is going.

Reported in: MISSOURI CITY TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission from 1st to 2nd gear and 2nd to 1st gear, sometimes won't change and than slams into 2nd gear or will downshift into 1st gear to early . this causes no acceleration or stopping short. have now read many complaints describing the exact same problem.

Reported in: SUFFIELD CT || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i need a new transmission already? well cared for 2005 nissan maxima started having transmission problems at approx 75,000 miles. nissan has not done a recall and many complaints have already been made. my car has stopped in traffic 3 times already ! sometimes won't accelerate after coming to a complete stop without me having to restart the engine. jerks when going to from 1st to second and vice versa. i'm still making $500.00 payments on the car! very discouraging, nissan should be ashamed of themselves.

Reported in: LAS CRUCES NM || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission races and bangs. started right after car was out of warranty. contacted nissan. car is a nissan maxima 2005 with under 60,000 miles. the car's transmission starts to race and bang in stop and go traffic after car bangs a few times , its hard to get the car moving from a stop. we have been back and forth with nissan and because the car is out of warranty they will charge us for this fix. we feel as though there is a defect in the transmission and this transmission should be recalled. we are getting prices for our car outside of nissan because of the frustration we have gone through with them.

Reported in: PHILADELPHIA PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

vehicle has difficulty shifting into gear. when accelerating the vehicle hesitates and then jerks into gear with alot of force. this problem creates a safety hazard as the vehicle does not accelerate as expected and may a lead to rear-end collision. additionally it creates a safety hazard when merging into faster moving traffic (i.e. merging onto the highway). the problem has been identified as a faulty valve body that ultimately leads to the deterioration of the transmission and the issue has been reported by many nissan customers.

Reported in: WAXHAW NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima se. the contact stated that the vehicle would make and unusually loud knocking when the gear was placed in park or reverse. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure was diagnosed at the transmission. the transmission was replaced. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 83,000 and the current mileage was 86,000.

Reported in: CRANSTON RI || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

while driving the car does a hard jerk when i am on a residential street. whether driving to 40mph or driving through a light, my 2005 maxima, does a hard jerk like its shifting gears. this is a serious problem in the car but i was even more upset about the jerking my son is receiving in the back seat, waking him up when he is sleep. i have gotten the car looked at by many mechanics and dealerships, they are saying the transmission is going bad. i believe the car is too new for major work to be happening like this. $2,000- $4,000 of work on a car that looks like new and is still only 5 years old is crazy. i looked online and am seeing many people with the same problems. hard jerking, slow to accelerate in slow areas, problem happening one day and may not be a problem the next. this is a very serious problem, i felt like an accident almost occurred with my car doing the jerks on the street. please look into this for the families sake.

Reported in: PARK FOREST IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

STEERING

my 2005 nissan maxima started having shifting problems when slowing. i would be coming to a stop sign and the transmission wouldn't jump out of gear and the car would free roll. once stopped the car would jerk and try to take off while foot on brake. now the transmission shifts very hard to the point to feels like im in an accident or the engine is coming through the hood. when i accelerate onto freeway from ramp im scared that i may get rear ended because the car just wont accelerate properly to get into lane safe. this occurs everyday particularly when car warms up and i then begin to smell electric burn or oil burn.

Reported in: MILWAUKEE WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Reported in: MILWAUKEE WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was driving approximately 30 mph. there was an abnormal increase in engine rpms and the yet the vehicle would momentarily hesitate before jerking into gear and accelerating further. the check engine warning light was illuminated for a short period of time. the failure recurred intermittently and the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the transmission fluid was replaced. the failure continued to recur intermittently and the vehicle was taken back to the authorized dealer. the contact was informed by the technician that the transmission would need replacing. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was 76,000.

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated while driving 60 mph the contact lost control over the vehicle and went airborne and crashed into a ditch, destroying the vehicle. during the crash only the passenger side curtain airbag deployed. the contact stated none of the frontal air bags deployed. the contact suffered injuries to the head and shoulder. the contact stated if the air bag deployed the head injury could have been avoided. the contact had not called the manufacturer at the time of the complaint. the failure mileage was 108,000.

Reported in: EDINBURG TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

TIRES

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima with b.f. goodrich tires, size 225/55/r17, dot #ve00ae111109. while traveling 60 mph the front driver side tire suddenly exploded causing the contact to crash into the median and rollover. the contact injured her ribs, back , and fingers during the crash. a police report was filed. the tire failure was not diagnosed. there were no prior warnings. updated 12/23/10*lj the passenger was also injured. updated 04/04/11

Reported in: PITTSBURGH PA || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

nissan maxima transmission violently shifts from one gear range to another and is increasingly getting worst. the experience is like that of another vehicle hitting my vehicle in the rear. it's as if it might tear out from the vehicle at any time. thus far i have been able to maintain control which is hard to do because this burst of turbulence is extremely disconcerting so much so that i am afraid of driving it. some weeks past i took it to a transmission shop and was told that he wouldn't touch it because nissan knows that there is a problem. he talked about cam sensor and body valve ?????. the internet has page after page of others with similar conditions and have gone to the dealers and paid for repairs only to have the problem return. it can certainly cause accidents and loss of life, causing trauma time and time again as it happens. this is every time that the vehicle is driven not only the date that is given following the description the date is the date that i am filing the complaint. jerking shifting gears jerking accelerating and slowing / breaking jerking slowing to turn jerking when reversing jerking going forward jerking when slowing down when it jerks it actually lurches this is every time the vehicle is driven.

Reported in: MORENO VALLEY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i own a 2005 nissan maxima with a faulty transmission. after reviewing consumer affairs web site so does over 122,000 people share the same problem i have which is a jerking transmission. the dealer wanted to charge me $98 just to look at the car knowingly what the problem is already. this is just a rip off. i found out from car repair shop in my town only nissan has access to work on my transmission because they have no released rights for anyone else to repair their cars. the car is computerized so therefore, mom & pop repair shops can't access their system. this a monopoly by nissan. my car stalled in the middle of an inter-section before changing gears and i was almost reared ended because of this faulty transmission.

Reported in: BARTLETT TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated while accelerating from a traffic stop, the transmission began to buck with extreme hesitation. the vehicle was taken to an independent transmission facility where they informed the contact that the transmission would need to be replaced. also, they stated that the transmission defect was a common issue with the 2004 and 2005 model years. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 106,000. updated 3/14/11 *cn updated 03/21/11. *jb

Reported in: CORINTH MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

for at least 7 month, i have been experiencing very rough transitions between 1st and 2nd gears and also when decelerating between 3rd and 2nd gears. this occurs daily after the car has been driven 5 minutes or so. additionally, at times (daily but not everytime i start the car) when i shift into gear, whether it is drive or reverse, the transmission takes as much as 20 seconds to engage. i have already replaced one motor mount and the transmission mount but still the engine jumps when accelerating or decelerating. ever so conveniently for nissan, all this started after my warranty had expired. with as many complaints as i see for this exact complaint, it seems that nissan would call a recall before there is a tragic accident. i do not want this defect to ruin the engine so why can't nissan take care of this?? the very reason i bought this car is because of the normal reliability and i must say that i will not buy another if nissan doesn't take care of this problem.

Reported in: BARTLETT TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i bought a 2005 nissan maxima sl in january 2010, so about 8 months ago. it drove beautifully, it was smooth and everything. i changed the oil, got a transmission flush, new tires, everything. a few days after i got it, i was involved in an accident. i was driving in the rain and preparing to make a left turn, and as i was doing that it stalled, then jerked and hydroplaned at the intersection and into the incoming lane of traffic into another car. i had to take it to the shop to repair it which took a few months. then, about 3 months ago, i noticed that the car started to get worse and would stall and then jerk when i would reverse the car from park. specifically when reversing out of a parking space. as the weeks went by, it got even worse. the car would violently jerk while switching from 1st to 2nd gear or when braking suddenly or when accelerating suddenly. sometimes while accelerating, the car will stall, the engine revs up, and then the car would violently jerk forward as if it was hit from behind. in one instance i pulled over on the side of the highway to make sure that i wasn't hit by a car, with the latter not being the case at all. it happens everytime i drive it now. i took it to a transmission specialist and he thought that it needed a new sensor, so he installed it, and told me that it didn't stop the jerking. then i got another transmission flush and it hasn't helped the situation.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima and the transmission is giving me a problem. i shifts really hard when the accelerating or decelerating. the problem occurs only after the car has warmed up. while test driving the car, the problem did not occur; after i had signed all the papers and driven the car home did 30 mins. away did the problem occur. the car was sold as-is. i am very upset. nissan needs to replace the transmission at not cost to us.

Reported in: THOMASTON GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. whenever the contact would drive the vehicle at any speed she noticed that the vehicle would jerk and vibrate while down shifting or shifting from the first and second gear. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the current mileage was 95000 and the failure mileage was 60000.

Reported in: COLUMBUS GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my car jerks between 1st and 2nd gear and when down shifting. it started shifting hard when i put it in reverse, feeling as if i hit something every time. i would have to push down on the brake hard because it would jerk so hard. then my car started shifting hard between gears while driving. it was such a violent shift that if felt like someone had hit my car. it shifted so hard yesterday that my check engine light came on and it would not come out of first gear. i took the car immediately to my nissan dealership and was told i need a brand new transmission ($3000). i researched this problem online and found that there are hundreds of 2004,05,06 nissan maxima owners with the exact same issue that i am having. i have called nissan and no recalls! nissan refused to act like this was a problem. please help! i could understand if my car was the only one with this issue, but with hundreds of owners with the exact same issue, that is a manufacturers defect and nissan needs to stand behind their product!

Reported in: ALMA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima with 54000 and my transmission has gone. i have read problem with this vehicle from other people. its very dangerous my car jerks and i have my family in the car and i get very scared to drive it. i don't know why nissan hasn't had a recall on this car yet. i took my car for get fixed and the dealer ended up fixing up my motor mounts which wasn't the problem and it was really my transmission and i picked up the my car when it was done and my transmission gave away in two days. they failed to fix the problem the first time and it wasn't my motor mounts that was causing the jerking.

Reported in: BRONX NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima - incident report - faulty transmission led to car's failure to accelerate in intersection causing near collision with 18 wheeler. as i was entering intersection an 18 wheeler was coming down the hill. i needed to accelerate to move out of his way and when i attempted to do so the engine merely revved and would not go into gear. i have read and reported this problem to nissan and this agency as have so very many others. i suppose it will require a death to get anyone to sit up and make nissan be held accountable for faulty aw55-50s transmissions. i have spoken with shops all over this nation and individuals with this same problem. we don't all have 3 to 4 grand sitting around to pay for that which nissan should be held accountable. the transmission is faulty and the nissan is not the only auto with this in it. the nhtsa needs to step up to the plate and hold them accountable before a life if forfeit from their failure to act. read the consumer complaints on this product - there are not 10's - not 100's - but, thousands.

Reported in: CLEVELAND TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2005 nissan maxima has a major transmission problem that is very wide spread from what i understand. while driving violent bangs occur between shifting from 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd. this defect is so severe it could possibly cause a driver not expecting it to loose control of the vehicle! there are literally thousands of complaints about this problem and i'm really aggravated nothing has been done by nissan or any other organization to take responsibility for this dangerous problem. as of now my car is parked and i'm lucky enough to have a second vehicle available to me for work. there needs to be a recall for this issue and nissan needs to step up and take responsibility for the defect. anyone out there looking to buy a car stay away from this company!! trust me.

Reported in: PORTLAND ME || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima, after approximately 100,000 miles, my transmission started to slip. whether putting the car into reverse or in to gear to go forward, the car jerks violently, as well as when attempting to accelerate, the car revs to up to the 5000 rpm range, and then jerks into gear. this occurs between 1st and second gear, as well as 3rd and 4th gear. this caused me to almost get in to an accident. after doing research there are thousands of other nissan maxima from 2005 experiencing the same issue.

Reported in: ALEXANDRIA VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

2005 nissan maxima. consumer states problems with vehicle transmission *tgw the consumer stated while driving, the transmission began banging and slipping. the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer to have the vehicle inspected. it was determined the transmission needed to be replaced.

Reported in: OAK RIDGE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i purchased a 2005 nissan maxima and from day 1 i have been having problems with the transmission jerking. i have taken the vehicle to nissan on several occasions to have the transmission flushed, 2 times since july 2009. of course the jerkiness has never duplicated itself. aug of 2010, i was told the motor mounts snapped and it had to be replaced and of course i complained about the jerkiness in the transmission and the tech could not duplicate the problem. as of today, i still have the jerkiness which is bad and at any given moment i think the vehicle won't work anymore. my check engine light just came on and i notice that the engine is riding hard. just like it did when i found about the motor mounts and now the jerkiness in the training is happening all the time. it jerks into gear really hard to the point where you might think the car is going to shut off. i have always had my vehicle serviced at nissan. i did file a complaint with nissan consumer affairs because it is not fair. there is a problem. a very serious problem. nissan has to do something about it.

Reported in: CHARLOTTE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated while driving 25 mph the contact would hear a thump while accelerating. the contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic. the mechanic informed the contact the transmission needs to be replaced. the contact could not afford the cost of the repairs so the mechanic told the contact the vehicle could be driven until the transmission dies. eventually the transmission malfunction making the vehicle inoperable. the contact called the local dealer regarding the transmission and the dealer stated their is no recall so they are not responsible for the repairs. the contact stated this is a common issue with this year make and model and the manufacturer should issue a recall. the failure mileage was 86,000.

Reported in: CHULA VISTA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have 2005 nissan maxima that shifts from 1st to 2nd gears really hard when accelerating or decelerating. the car also takes a fast lunge forward sometimes during the shift from 1st to 2nd gear when accelerating.

Reported in: HUNTSVILLE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

bought a 2005 nissan maxima, the car quit working in august 2009, i've taken it to 6 mechanics and it's still doing the same thing. the nissan dealerships don't seem to have a solution to the problem just kept charging me more and more. the car jerks in 1st, 2nd and 3rd gear, i've had the transmission replaced, motor mounts, catalytic convertor replaced and the car is still doing the same thing.

Reported in: ARLINGTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Reported in: ARLINGTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i purchased a nissan maxima sl 2005 on oct 2004, at this time the car has 66,500 miles and we are having transmission problems. some of these problems includes (once the car is hot): 1. it takes few seconds for thr transmission to click into gear from reverse into drive accompanied by a very hard jerk. 2. the transmission slips out during regular driving then jerking back into gear and this hard jerking is affection the transmission mounts. we had a transmission oil change at 30,000 and 60,000 miles. we read plenty of online posting of 100's of customer with the same problems with the same nissan maxima 2005 so we contacted nissan consumer affair for help. they instructed us to go to the dealer for a diagnostics, at the dealer they told us that they won't diagnose the transmission until the transmission oil is change and one of the transmission mounts is replace for about $700. my wife uses this car with the kids and i'm concern that they can have a problem that can cause an accident.

Reported in: FAR ROCKAWAY NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact noticed a loud noise when the gears were shifted. the vehicle was taken to a transmission specialist where the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure mileage was 69. the current mileage was approximately 70,000.

Reported in: GWYNN OAK MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima transmission slipping.

Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima sl and for the past few months there has been a major problem with the transmission. once the car is warm there is a real hard jerk between 2nd and 3rd gear, as well as from reverse into drive. i have taken it to the dealer and they were not able to id a problem, other than the engine mounts were broken and they replaced that for $500. i did some research online and it appears that this is a very common problem with this make and model. i commute in rush hour traffic 45 miles every day, and as i brake or accelerate in traffic the car jerks which is very disconcerting when traffic is bad and you can not anticipate everything other cars are doing. this is a very serious safety risk for maxima drivers and all those around them.

Reported in: AMERICAN FORK UT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 maxima has a transmission problem that started at 75,000 miles. this seems to be a very common problem with this car. dealer wants to replace transmission at a cost of about $3,500-$4,000. i have found out through some transmission shops that the problem is the valve body and not the transmission itself. the valve body costs about 1,100 for the part which is much cheaper than a rebuilt transmission so i am going to go the route. the mechanic has done about six of these so far and it has fixed the problem in all of them with none being returned with problems. nissan's quality has really went down the drain. this is my fourth nissan and will be my last, my neighbor and his family have had the same experience with their nissan and will never buy another as well. what a shame that a once great company has fallen to such sub standard quality products. i think i will give honda or toyota a shot when i get rid of this problem car. in addition to the tranny problem they also said i need to replace my timing belt tensioner which is $1,500 and that i have a broken motor mount, which is another $300.

Reported in: SOUTH JORDAN UT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima in which the transmission has been shifting very hard now for a few months. i took it to be serviced and the dealership told me my fluids were dirty. i have regular oil changes done and recently paid for a transmission flush. this car is shifting in mid drive down the highway. the problem still persist and the dealership isn't helping fix it. i've read other complaints from consumers having the same problem. no one is getting any answers. this is very dangerous to other motorist as well as myself. i was driving today and the car began to shift as i drove. i had to get into the slower lane because i thought it was going to die on me! it didn't want go up in gear! with so many people posting complaints like myself, it would seem that the dealership would look into this more. i believe there is something very wrong with these cars and there needs to be a recall! if not, this may cause a major accident with serious injuries or even death. something need to be done, and soon!!!

Reported in: BARTOW FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05L

STRUCTURE

may/2110-while driving my 2005 nissan maxima i developed complete electrical failure and had to have my car towed to bill denny's car repair. the problem is that the electrical system is directly under a coin tray on the dash. the corners are not secure and small coins were able to slip down there thus short circuiting the electrical system. my auto repair person researched this and found this problem has been well known to nissan. many nissan owners have had this problem happen to them. the complaints are all over the internet. this happened to me when my vehicle was 5 yrs old but it also happened to nissan owners when their maxima was new. this is not a warranty issue but a safety issue. there should have been a recall. nissan is ignoring my request to pay for my auto's repair because my car was not under warranty. nissan has in fact fixed this defect. when i had my car repaired in may this problem was corrected. . john anello writer for auto tech on wheels wrote an article of the month for his magazine 06/2009- it was entirely about this defect. there is absolutely no reason for this to be ignored by nissan . my car could have failed on a highway at a high speed with a deadly outcome. i made a complaint thru the state of md consumer protection division my case no#[xxx]. please help! information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Reported in: BEL AIR MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: BEL AIR MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i purchased my 2005 nissan maxima in 2008, in august 2009 my vehicle quit on the highway, since that time i've taken it to 3 mechanics including 2 nissan dealerships, they finally got my car running however it jerks violently while shifting from 1-3rd gears. recently i was almost in an accident because the vehicle revved then jerked almost causing me to hit another vehicle. i cannot believe all the same complaints and no recall. nissan should be ashamed!

Reported in: ARLINGTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

there were no events leading up to the performance issue/failure. purchase a 2005 nissan maxima. transmission started sticking going into 2 nd gear. i took the car back to the dealer said they could not find any issues. problem escalated- . transmission bangs when downshifting from 2nd to 1st gear. transmission surges when accelerating after slowing down. transmission hesitates at least 15 seconds before engaging into gear when in park or neutral. problem occurs regularly when car is warmed up when taking off into traffic the gears stick which causes the car to hesitate almost stall. this is now a consistent problem. i am afraid that someone will run into me and injure if not kill my child who rides in the back seat and/or another driver could be injured or killed. i have contacted nissan and they claimed not to be aware of the issue. i have tried to work with them for several months. i filed a claim with them and they denied it with no written explanation. i have always had the car serviced on time at the dealer. i am now told that i could replace the transmission for $4000. this is an out rage that nissan is allowed to be so irresponsible by not being held accountable for their faulty and dangerous vehicle. they are getting away with putting drivers lives at risk.

Reported in: SOMERSET NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

we own a 2005 nissan maxima. at 63,000 miles, this vehicle jerks and shifts on its own. we have searched online for other people experiencing these type of problems, and what we found was extremely disturbing. there are many families out there experiencing the sane exact type of problems! nissan is unwilling to help their customers. they know exactly what is going on, but they wont admit that there is something faulty with their design. we are having problems with the transmission and with engine mounts. unfortunately, we don't have the money to fix this. when we bought this car, we thought we were making a good investment. please help us!!!!!! someone needs to investigate this further and issue a recall. just like us, there must be other families driving their 2005 nissan maxima in these conditions because they can't afford to fix their cars, and nissan won't do a thing to help. please don't wait for a fatality.

Reported in: WHITTIER CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima jerks when shifting gears. the problem occurs constantly when shifting from 1st to 2nd gear. also occurs when down shifting. there is a little bit of a hesitation on the vehicle when down shifting at which point, it finally gets into gear with a jerk movement. vehicle was bought brand new and only has about 88,000 miles. took it in to the dealership to be fixed hoping it would be under warranty and i was told it would cost around $3,000. furthermore, i was told it was the motor mounts. after researching online, found numerous people making the same complaint and nissan would never fix this on their own behalf. it appears that the issue is very common with nissan 2004/05/06 vehicles and it appears to be with the transmission. with several complaints being filed now, i am surprised no recall has been issued on this defect.

Reported in: MISSOURI CITY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

same as everyone else. my 2005 nissan maxima's transmission is slipping. it makes a "popping" noise. i have had the motor mounts replaced. it still needs strut mounts & possibly new struts. i haven't had any "near misses" in traffic or anything though. i am unemployed & can't afford to fix it in order to sell it. i'm sure the "corporate" people at nissan doesn't have any of these dilemmas.

Reported in: HIGH POINT NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

the problem first appeared with hard, almost violent jerking when shifting gears. not too long after that started, i was driving on the freeway when the transmission ceased and i had to limp it off to the side of the road and be towed. the transmission, torque converter and motor mounts had to be replaced. the motor mounts were broken from the hard shifting. it was out of warranty by six months. from the countless number of complaints that i have seen, nissan equipped this model year (and 2004) with a defective transmission yet they will not take responsibility for the repairs by issuing a recall. total cost to repair was $3,559.

Reported in: LA MIRADA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 maxima transmission problems. i own a 2005 maxima i purchased new from the dealer. in oct of 2009 i took to nissan dealer due to a strange noise that would occur during acceleration. upon inspection the dealer found the bottom motor mounts broken and replace (under extended warranty) now i am experiencing transmission problems - hard shifts from 1st-2nd and 2nd-1st. there is no indicator light on that says there is a problem. took to a nissan dealer and they could not find anything - yet the problem exists and is getting worse. i am now out of my extended warranty and have read countless blogs that relate to the same issues i am experiencing and yet nissan fails to respond to the consumer. the motor mount issue seems to be directly related to the transmission issue, but nissan simply charges you a $125. inspection fee and sends you down the road telling you your car is fine, when it isn't. what does it take to demand a recall??? i am just getting back on my feet after losing my job, losing my house and now having to deal with a car that will break down any day - leaving me to wonder how the hell i will get to work. i say class action law suit - against nissan and our government who should be regulated vehicles and the complaints that are filed against them.

Reported in: DES MOINES WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i purchased a 2005 nissan maxima brand new in january 2005. i had never driven the vehicle other than local to work. at 66000 miles my transmission began hard shifting. i contacted nissan corporate office to authorize an out of warranty repair and they refused. it cost me 3200.00 to replace the transmission. now i am having strange noises coming from the front end. i believe it is the suspension. this car has not lived up to my expectations and i hope someone will take into account the many complaints regarding this make and model car and make the consumers back whole. i will never purchase another nissan product simply because the products are poorly manufactured and nissan does not stand behind its product.

Reported in: AUGUSTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

my 2005 nissan maxima started to shift extremely hard. not only that but in traffic it can be very scarey almost causing you to hit the vehicle in front of you or being almost hit in the rear because the transmission gets stuck and then shifts extremely hard. this vehicle is used to transport my kids. i cannot afford to fix nissans mistakes. times are difficult financially right now. nissan should be held accountable for there mistakes. they should not be allowed to sell vehicles that are not reliable. please help us with this situation. it not only put my children in danger but it has taken a financial tow on my family. nissan needs to fix this!!!

Reported in: ROME GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: ROME GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 15 mph the vehicle surged forward while shifting gears. he also experienced hard shifting as the vehicle jerked forward. the failure recurred intermittently while driving approximately 15 mph. the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop where he was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 82,000 and the current mileage was 84,000.

Reported in: ROSELLE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: ROSELLE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my car would just start to jerk really hard once it was in 2nd gear and going into 3rd gear. it would start of by occurring every 3rd day, but it worsen so i had it taken into a mechanic to look into it; he couldn't find anything wrong. car was running fine for about 2 weeks, then it began once again with the hard jerking as i was still in 1st gear it jerked into 2nd gear with a loud clunking sound at the end. this time i had took it to another mechanic in which he suggested to change the transmission oil in which he did. once i got my vehicle back it ran fine for the first day, on the second day the problem had returned again and seems to just to get worse.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima that jerks really hard when it shifts from 1st gear to 2nd gear.

Reported in: ZACHARY LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i bought a 2005 nissan maxima 3.5 se about 3 months ago. well when i bought it i noticed the next day it was jerking tremendously so i called the dealer back and told him what was going on. well he said take it to his mechanic and they would pay for it to be fixed. so i did as he said and took it to his mechanic. well his mechanic said it was it was the rear motor mount and it had broke because of the shifting so hard and he fixed it. well i thought that had fixed the problem..well 2 days later it was still doing the same ol' thing shifting real real hard between 1-2nd gear and then when your downshifting it jerks between 1-2nd gear. well i called the mechanic back and he wasn't available and the guy said he would have him call back. well, he never called back. and then after that it really never shifted hard. well guess what..its back and its doing it worse than ever! so i did a little researching and come to find out there are thousands and thousands of complaints about this happening to so many people who own a 2004 up to a 2006 nissan maxima. and it is the transmission. sometimes my car takes forever to shift and i am so scared to pull out on the freeway and it not go and then ill get hit and die. so i know it is in-fact a defected transmission because i owned a 2001 nissan maxima gle before i got this one and it never ever had problems at all. and i am so surprised nissan hasn't recalled this because of the thousands of people complaining about the same thing with there 05 maximas shifting hard when going to 1-2nd gear. and then downshifting. it is a very serious problem and someone will get hurt or killed because of this. i have printed off hundreds of complaints about this and i really need help along with the other thousands of people out there with the same car and same problems. all i want is my car fixed. this is not fair to us especially after we pay thousands of dollars for the vehicle and then have to turn around to buy a new transmission. please help!

Reported in: CEDARTOWN GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2005 maxima was violently jerking, stalling and hard shifting from 2nd to 3rd gears and vice versa. i kept telling nissan that something was wrong with my transmission even though it's their job to tell me what's wrong with my car, but while my car was 500 miles short of the 60000 mile power train warranty expiration nissan kept telling me that i needed a power flush, got that done it did make a huge difference for a couple weeks then the problem continued. brought my car back to nissan at 60100 miles and they gave me an estimated list of repairs that needed to be made for approximately $10,000 which included $4185 to replace the transmission. how is it that within a matter of weeks and only 600 miles that it goes from a power flush should fix the problem to you need a new transmission, new starter, etc. for a minute i thought i was being punked! i then contacted 1-800-nissan1 which was a waste of time they supposedly reviewed my complaint and told me that unfortunately they won't be paying for any of the repairs especially not the transmission because herb gordon nissan had no knowledge that i've ever reported the transmission problem, but luckily for them i keep everything that pertains to my car, when i faxed all the diagnosis reports for the past 5 months to the regional specialist he told me that unfortunately the decision had been made not to pay for the repairs and that if i want to appeal the decision i should go through the better business bureau. wtf??? it tells a lot about the manufacture when they only have a 3 year or 36000 mile warranty with a 5 year or 60000 mile power train. nissan is the absolute worst, will never buy another vehicle from them. buyers beware if you want to throw away more money then your car is worth. nissan is the way to go!!!! ???????????

Reported in: WASHINGTON DC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 maxima sl - 67,000 miles . recent transmission problem - jerking when shifting gears after driving for a few miles. took car to dealership for repair and was told i needed a new transmission.

Reported in: BIRMINGHAM AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i filed a complaint about my 2005 nissan maxima #10357629 -9/25/10. the situation was the transmission and not mentioned the timing chain. the transmission shut down ; stopped ; failed ; ceased to function fri. nov /12 /10 @ 5;00 pm during rush hour in the center of the busiest freeway in my area leaving me thankful to god and the riverside cty. freeway service patrol with which i filled out a survey #217446 their # 951 369-3691. accidents were behind me somewhere the two driver said i was fortunate to not suffer injury and damage. the maxima cost of repair to nissan's product is over $ 6,000.00. the maxima has only 77,435 miles. these are electrical and mechanical defaults and there are scores of owners reporting similar to identical experiences about their maxima cars from 2004 through 2007. i find it hard to believe that nhtsa haven't recognized this as a dangerous situation. why don't the people that buy these products in good faith get the backing of the nhtsa. there are recalls on windshield wipers and small things like that- that anybody can replace within twenty dollars but this is a substantial problem, this is money for paying rent for months, this is the cost of surgery to keep a working person ambulatory, this is a call for help, a call to keep some of the profits of foreign corporations at home .this is when the force of the nhtsa's authority should seemingly come to the forefront demanding they stand behind their products as safe and trustworthy and certainly not a vehicle doing sixty miles an hour during rush hour coming to a dead stop with vehicles pealing to all sides in all directions desperately avoiding collisions and personal injury as well as injury to others and destruction of property. here i was sitting there eyes shut tight waiting for the slam of some vehicle into mine that refused to budge. i felt like i was in the midst of committing suicide without being able to prevent it. like a nightmare, some evil occurrence descending. help!!!

Reported in: MORENO VALLEY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 55 mph, the automatic transmission failed. the rpms suddenly increased rapidly when the contact shifted gears. the contact pulled over and turned the vehicle off; the transmission seemed to reset itself when the vehicle was restarted. the dealer stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. the contact called the manufacturer who referred him to the dealer. the failure mileage was approximately 80,000 and the current mileage was approximately 115,000.

Reported in: LEXINGTON KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

2005 nissan maxima. consumer states shifting problem with cvt transmission *tgw

Reported in: ALTUS OK || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima and just like everyone else i am having transmission problems with this vehicle. it jolts hard when going from park to drive or if i reverse and go to drive. also the cars gear slips between 2nd and 3rd gear. i think it's ridiculous the amount of people having this problem this a vehicle the same year and model and the complaints i have seen and no one is doing nothing about getting it fixed. there should be a recall!!! does someone have to get killed for the issue to be addressed??

Reported in: COLLINSVILLE OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

all the sudden the instrument shut down (out of order) i got pulled over by the police and instructed not to drive the car til fixing the problem.

Reported in: IRWINDALE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima powertrain went out in 2007 and i replaced it and was told this is something that nissan is aware but have not released a kit to fix it. it is dec 26, 2010 and the replacement transmission went out dec. 24, 2010. this car has had hard shifting and i have been told the mounts need to be replaced in response to the hard shifting just 3 weeks ago.! i am not fixing this car again. in 2007 i called nissan and filed a complaint and nothing was done. the nhtsa has to get involved. the car stopped shifting while my little car was in the car with me on the road. we were almost slammed from behind but the driver behind me swerved in time. please, please do make nissan do something about this. i now have a 35,000 dollar piece of junk sitting in my driveway and i have to go purchase another car. i will be filing a suit!

Reported in: BIRMINGHAM AL || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC

failure in abs, tcs, slip. warning lights show after the occurring sound of grinding in the brakes. this is my second maxima, 2005 se and sl models have problems. both cars have different odometer, one is below 100k and one is higher. this is ridiculous for a 30+k car.

Reported in: MONTREAL 00 || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

this complaint follows along with the many that have been received by the nhtsa about the transmission problems on the nissan maxima. the transmission started jerking when shifting between 2nd and 3rd gear. it would also jerk when shifting from park to drive or reverse. of course the answer is a 4,000 dollar repair for a new transmission,on a car with only 61,000 miles on it. the nature of this problem will only lead to a serious crash or accident in the future. not sure why the nhtsa has not issued a recall on this yet, especially with all the complaints on their web site, not to mention the large number of complaints that can be found by searching on many other sites. i guess what they say is true, that it will take someone being hurt or killed before something is done. how sad!

Reported in: MUSKEGO WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

our 2005 nissan maxima is jerking when moving from a complete stop. transmission shifts out of gear and "clunks" back into gear with a screech of tires. i see where tons of complaints are being filed from other 2005 maxima owners. why are you folks doing nothing about this problem? my car had roughly $65,000 miles on it. nissan needs to own up to this problem and fix it. this is clearly a defect. why are you people ignoring this defect?

Reported in: INDIANAPOLIS IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my car jerked and jumped as all the other complaints. i have not trusted the nissan dealership since the day i bought the car and it was not under warranty so i took to an outside transmission shop. i paid $3000 to have the transmission rebuilt. the technician as well as myself did a lot of research because they were having difficulty repairing. we found compliant after complaint. i will be searching and be added to every class action lawsuit i can find. my technician is will to fill in the gaps. it has taken 6 months and my car still is not operating perfectly. i will never buy another nissan product. if you have any questions please contact me to hear all the details. i do not have enough room to explain in detail.

Reported in: NORTH CHARLESTON SC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i bought my used car from a local nissan dealership with aprx. 74000 miles on it in feb 2010. shortly after i started feeling the transmission shifting roughly in the lower gears. i took it in to a reputable repair shop in june 2010 and they could not find any kind of diagnostic codes in the computer for the transmission, but told me the engine mounts were broken and needed replacing. i replaced the engine mount and also had them flush and put in fresh transmission fluid at that time as well. again very shortly after i started feeling the transmission shifting roughly and it progressively got worse and even started slipping intermittently!! i took my car back to the repair shop and they could not find any codes again. i did some research online and found that hundreds of 2004 and 2005 nissan maxima owners were having the same exact problems!!! i have searched for any recalls, but there are none!! i took the car back to the dealership were i bought it from and spoke with the service manager and he stated that he has dealt with this issue with owners of this make, model ,and year!! i filed a complaint with nissan and spoke with their consumer affairs dept, but the are not willing to help in any way. i believe, as well as hundreds of other owners, that nissan knows about this defect, but is unwilling to issue a recall to the public!!! i think this is completely irresponsible and negligent on nissan's behalf and has shattered my faith in their company.

Reported in: KATY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Reported in: KATY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that when he slowed down to make a turn the transmission downshifted abruptly. the failure mileage and current mileage was 66,000. updated 3/8/11 *cn the vehicle was inspected and it was determined and it was determined the valve body assembly needed to be replaced.

Reported in: POWAY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

1. transmission shifting rough 2. transmission slips out of gear while shifting from second & third. happening everyday while driving. 3.contacted nissan corp. and they told me i need them to check the transmission, my auto repair person told me it needs to be replace.

Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

transmission fails to get out of 5th gear and have to start forward movement in 5th gear instead of 1st gear. hard shifts very solid bump. transmission was replaced about a year ago and now this one is acting the same way.

Reported in: HORMIGUEROS PR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

SEATS

like all other i have a 2005 nissan maxiam transmission when out got another did same so nissan have a mayor proplem and nee d 2 fix it not hide it.

Reported in: NEW ORLEANS LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

like all other i have a 2005 nissan maxiam transmission when out got another did same so nissan have a mayor proplem and nee d 2 fix it not hide it.

Reported in: NEW ORLEANS LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2005 nissan maxima started jerking about 2 and half months ago. it would start jerking after the car was driven for 15 minutes. everytime it would reach up to 20mph or slow down to 20 mph my car would slightly jerk. i took it to my mechanic she said i needed to have the motor mount repaired which i did. it did not solve the problem. i went to another mechanic and they felt the jerk also. he said it was the transmission but it shouldn't do that with only 75,000 miles. the car jerks everytime it is driven some jerks are harder than others. i feel a car with only 75,000 should not have transmission problems.

Reported in: SEMINOLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

05 nissan maxima sl transmission jerk when your shifting gears they replaced the transmission once after the car being new for 2 new years and now its doing the same problem.

Reported in: MONTEBELLO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima transmission failure. apparently looking at www.consumeraffairs.com shows this to be a common issue. i took it into the shop and they tell me i need a new transmission. it started jerking severely while changing gears and then one evening got stuck in 5th gear. i'm not a mechanic so i don't know what more information might be needed.

Reported in: OAKDALE MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my car is a 2005 nissan maxima that i purchased in nov 2004 brand new, i am the only driver and for some strange reason i started having problems with the gears changing from 1st to 2nd, then it started jerking and feeling like it was going to shut off while i was driving. i took it to the dealership and was told i need a new transmission and motor mounts (cost $4000+). i am so very upset because that is a lot of money and i need my car for work. i contacted nmac an asked if they would consider paying for this replacement because i'm sure they are aware of the problem, but i was told there was nothing they could do.

Reported in: BARTLETT TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima transmission is shifting hard and slipping. it shifts hard between 1st & 2nd gear and between 2nd & 3rd. it slips out of gear between 2nd & 3rd and then slams into gear. this is an extreme safety hazard. i have been told by a nissan service consultant that the transmission needs to be replaced. so, i went for a second opinion. the independent transmission specialist told me this was common in the '04 & '05 and most likely the valve body. he stated he was surprised it lasted this long. there are thousands of complaints of the exact same issue. of those who chose to go to an independent transmission shop all have replaced the valve body and had no further issues. i have contacted nissan consumer affairs and i was told to take it to a nissan service center.

Reported in: PRATTVILLE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 05 nissan maxima with 66,000 miles on it and im having problems with the transmission, as well as what seems like thousands of other people. nissan has done nothing to fix the problem. i guess because they don't feel its a safety issue, however i disagree. i almost got rear ended twice because the car gets stuck shifting between second and third gear. as im driving the car starts to slow to a stop in the middle of the road. i have not taken it to the dealer yet because i don't have $108 for them to tell me i need the transmission needs to be replaced at a cost of $2,000-4,000. i think nissan needs to be held accountable for selling thousands of defective unsafe vehicles. please help!!!!!!

Reported in: HARLEYSVILLE PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

driving normal ,takes about 5 seconds to click into gear after the shift lever is put in "d" 2. very hard jerky shifts between 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 1st and accompanied by loud clunking noise. 3. transmission slips out of gear during regular driving allowing the engine to rev freely then jerking back into gear with a loud clunk,been in shop 2 times and still not fixed,replaced senor in tranny still jerks,happens daily.

Reported in: WELLINGTON AL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: WELLINGTON AL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima and the transmission has begun to slip out of gear while i am driving. i have also experienced hard shifting while driving at low speeds.

Reported in: LATROBE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission problem on my 2005 nissan maxima.

Reported in: DREW MS || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima. around 80,000 miles the transmission began to slip. it would rev the rpm's and then slam into gear. also, it would take a few seconds to go into drive, but when it did it would slam into drive jerking the car around. nissan refuses to accept responsibility after repeated visits.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2005 maxima was violently jerking, stalling and hard shifting from 2nd to 3rd gears and vice versa. i kept telling nissan that something was wrong with my car but they would take may statement say they would get back when me and when they did they said they could not assist me in any way. i took my car to several mechanics spending 1000.00 of dollars and no one could figure out the problem. i took my car to a nissan dealership, after the got the car running because it had stopped on me on the highway coming home from work, the dealership said it jerks in 1st and 2nd gear, i asked if that could be fixed they said they'd try, after another 2000.00 more i brought it home and again the same problem, i brought my car back to nissan and they gave me an estimated list of repairs that needed to be made for approximately $6,000 which included $4185 to replace the transmission. how is it that within a matter of weeks and only 600 miles that it goes from sensors should fix the problem to you need a new transmission, new starter, i then contacted 1-800-nissan1 which was a waste of time they supposedly reviewed my complaint and told me that unfortunately they won't be paying for any of the repairs. what a piece of junk car and i cannot believe a recall hasn't been made on this car!

Reported in: ARLINGTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving at any speed, the contact noticed that the transmission was switching gears between first and second, causing the vehicle to violently jerk. the dealer had been notified who was aware of the issue but offered no assistance. the manufacturer was notified who took a complaint for the contact and then referred him to nhtsa to file a safety complaint. the vehicle had not been repaired. the current mileage was 102,000 and the failure mileage was approximately 99,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: BLYTHEWOOD SC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

hard, jerking shift from 1st to 2nd gear (and 2nd to 1st). engine revs up past 3000 rpm's when shifting from 2nd to 3rd gear. this only happens when car is warm, but it happens every time car is warm. *ln

Reported in: OREM UT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

2005 maxima is slamming in 1st and 2nd gear. i have almost had a few accidents because my car takes too long to finally shift into gear. this causes many near misses when driving in a metropolitan area. i can't understand why nissan doesn't man up and take responsibility for the problem they sold to the public??? i bought this car with the intentions of driving it for 300,000 miles because it is a nissan and i was understood that they were one of the best. boy was i wrong and 30,000 dollars later i am stuck with a car that isn't worth 10 dollars!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i have read and heard the exact same story i have from everyone who owns this car!! how can they not say it is a defect on their part and correct it??

Reported in: BARTLETT TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the transmission was abnormally slipping out of first gear while driving 5 mph. in addition, the transmission would sputter whenever the vehicle was brought to a stop. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who advised that the transmission would need replacing. the manufacturer was not contacted in regards to the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was unavailable. the failure and current mileage was 92,000.

Reported in: ARKADELPHIA AR || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission jerks between 1st and 2nd gear. terrible lag between shifts and nerve racking jerks when coming to a stop.

Reported in: GARDEN GROVE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

bought the car new. serviced as outlined in owners manual. transmission started having issues around 70,000 miles. i am in the military and with deployments, wasn't able to get it to a dealer. i have changed transmission fluid numerous times to try and alleviate symptoms to no avail. the transmission has a 2-4 second delay going from p-d or d-p, shifts hard in most gears and slips out of gear randomly. has almost caused me to be in an accident due to inability to accelerate. have seen many, many post of owners that list the exact same defects. nissan has extended warranty for 2007-2010 maximas with cvt transmission but not the 04-06 models for some reason.

Reported in: YUCCA VALLEY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph on the highway, she noticed that it would jerk when shifting between 2 and 3 rpms. the vehicle would also not accelerate to higher speeds after the gears were shifted. the check engine light illuminated on the instrumental panel on a intermittent basis for two weeks. the vehicle was inspected by a dealer who advised her that she needed to replace the transmission. the failure mileage was approximately 92,000.

Reported in: CAPE CORAL FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima. around 95,000 miles the transmission began to slip. it would rev the rpm's and then slam into gear. also, it would take a few seconds to go into drive, but when it did it would slam into drive jerking the car around. nissan refuses to accept responsibility after repeated visits.

Reported in: ALLEN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima se. the contact stated that when the vehicle started shifting into gear and the automatic transmission started jerking. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the warranty had expired and there were no recalls. the contact was responsible for the repair cost. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no other assistance. the failure mileage was 90,000.

Reported in: HIGHLANDS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a nissan maxima 05. it has 71532 miles. the transmission already started showing problems. it jerks really hard into 2nd and 3rd gear and also skips gear which causes the rev's to go high. it happen everytime i take out the car and i am scared that this will cause the car to not work at all. i was given a quote of $3500 to get this problem fixed. i see alot of people having the same issue with this cars transmission and i believe there should be a recall.

Reported in: SELDEN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima is having jerking/slamming shifting problems from park to drive to reverse, and back, etc. not smoothly shifting into gears besides the jerking. already told by nissan to replaces mounts and fluid, and have done so and expensive for that... but still having problem and i've ready many, many forums on various websites of people having the same problems and many having to replace transmission. the dealership i use for service told me my transmission as well may need replacement after spending a lot of money already. i thought nissan was a reliable car and i understand that this transmission problem an replacement is happening from 60,000 to 100,000 - this should not be and nissan should step up and rightfully put a recall on this transmission. my understanding is that nissan is not doing anything. this is a safety issue because if this jerking or hestitation problem continues while driving, as many owners have reported, it can cause an accident not only on a local street, but definitely on the highway. this complaint form is asking at what speed and i can't put a number on that - when park to drive or reverse, not much, when hesitating or feeling roughness/shifting while driving it varies in the speeds - a safety issue, and recall issue to be looked at. nissan - do the right thing.

Reported in: JAMESBURG NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the transmission became stuck between gears, usually between first and second gear. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. the failure mileage was 98,000 and the current mileage was 100,000. updated 04/15/11*lj updated 05/02/11

Reported in: ST GRANITE BAY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i own a 2005 nissan maxima sl with around 88,000 miles on it. this car is experiencing problems with the transmission especially when shifting from gears from 1st to 2nd and reverse to park and park to reverse. the car revs to very high rpms before shifting to gear and then jerks violently. i called nissan consumer affairs department 1800-647-7261 and they informed me that i have to take to a nissan dealership and have diagnostics done and i would have to pay for it out of pocket, which i refused because they know that they have a problem and not doing anything to assist us. in this website alone there are 316 complaints regarding 05 nissan maxima. the problem to my understanding affects maxima from 04-07. if you go to this web site http://www.aboutautomobile.com/complaint/2005/nissan/maxima/automatic+transmission, there are over 150 complaints. if you go to http://www.carsurvey.org/reviews/nissan/maxima/r83689/comments/page-7/ there almost 100 complaints of people with the same problem. i am sure that there are many more people who are having the same problems and have not reported it. to fix these issues according to my understanding would take on average $3000 which is a lot of money. kindly help us get some resolution from nissan.

Reported in: QUINCY MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission problems............when shifting from 2nd to 3rd it kicks really hard just shakes the entire car at first it was a light kick but after 1month it became a really hard kick it knocks you back.....i've taken the car to the dealer and they say nothing wrong with it but how is nothing wrong when your driving and it feels like a mule kicked you........i took the car to a repair shop and they said it needed motor/transmission mounts, i did the repair it cost me $2000 and it still does it i've heard on forums that alot of maximas from 04-05 have this problem and nothing seems to help.

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima transmission problems. it seems to be a serious and common problem with this car! my maxima is jerking between 1st 2nd and 3rd gears, rpms reaching 4 during shifting, hard jerks in down shifting as well. a 5 sec pause when putting the car into reverse or drive! a grinding noise when shifting. this occurs on a daily bases! very unhappy with nissan, they refuse to pay for a new transmission. nissan needs to take responsiblity for this faulty transmission. i will never buy another nissan and i make sure that i tell everyone to buy toyota or honda!

Reported in: JASPER AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i bought my 2005 nissan maxima about 2 yrs ago. i love this car but the trans really makes me not want it. im thinking about trading it in . it jerks and slams into gear so hard. i saw trans fluid in my yard the other day. the local dealership told me it would be about 2500 just to rebuild it..

Reported in: WHITAKERS NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle would jerk abnormally when driving 35 mph and above. when shifting gears, the vehicle would not respond for approximately five to ten seconds before engaging and the engine would exhibit an excessive increase in rpms. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who recommended having the valve body assembly replaced. the vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not contacted in regards to the failure. the failure mileage was 92,000 and the current mileage was 97,000.

Reported in: LAUREL MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Reported in: LAUREL MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

nissan has a huge transmission problem. it seems to be a serious and common problem with 2005 nissan maxima cars! my maxima was jerking between 1st 2nd and 3rd gears, rpms reaching 4 during shifting, hard jerks in down shifting; a 5 sec pause when putting the car into reverse or drive, i also heard grinding noise when shifting. this occurred on a daily bases.i had to pay $3,500 for a rebuilt trans. nissan headquarters refuse to; look at my car...at that time i only had 95,000 miles nissan said my warranty expired. nissan told me i wasn't a true customer because i wasn't getting my oil changed by them on a regular basis. (i paid my car off in full in 2005 how devoted is that) nissan needs to take responsiblity for this faulty transmission. i will never ever buy another nissan again. on top of all that my abs system is completely gone it's too much to repair.

Reported in: PALATINE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

2005 nissan maxima. consumer writes in regards to vehicle transmission slipping and shaking especially when it is in first or second gear.*tgw

Reported in: WASHINGTON DC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that when shifting from first to second gear or when shifting into reverse, the vehicle would exhibit an abnormally violent jerk. in addition, when attempting to accelerate while driving 20-25 mph, the engine would exhibit an unusual increase in rpms and the transmission would hesitate to respond to acceleration attempts. once the vehicle responded, it would begin jerking abnormally. the contact took the vehicle to a mechanic where the transmission was flushed and the contact was advised that the repair would not completely correct the failure because the transmission valves had failed. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 69,800 and the current mileage was 70,900. updated 04/15/11*lj updated 08/18/11

Reported in: BRYN MAWR PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

the automatic transmission is defective. during acceleration, there are delays shifting into first and second gear causing the transmission to rev at high levels and a sharp jolt when it does shift into gear. slowing down and accelerating have the same bucking problem. on line consumer blogs indicate this is a fairly common problem.

Reported in: AGOURA HILLS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

car has stalled on a number of occasions. from a stop, the car will not accelerate nor go into gear, then after a few minutes the car will slam into gear and send the car lurching forward. it actually feels as though someone has hit you from behind. luckily i was always a distance away from the car in front of me and/or not close enough to other vehicles. someone is going to be killed from a situation such as this. i have been told that i need a whole new transmission. there are many, many similar defects noted on-line with 04', 05', 06' and 07' nissans. i have also been told by nissan dealers that nissan is replacing transmissions on 07' models but not on the earlier vehicles & that there is a known defect in their valve body which results in failed transmissions.

Reported in: CAROL STREAM IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

around 95,000 miles my 2005 nissan maxima began to jerk and buck while shifting gears. i took it in and had the codes read - there were none. the jerking and bucking has intensified as well as delays while accelerating and hesitation, then "drop" going from park to drive or reverse. i took it to a transmission specialist and they said i had to replace broken motor mounts but that there most likely would still be an issue, after doing research. i did pay for new motor mounts and the transmission is still jerking. it will be $3700 to put in a new transmission. nissan should recall the 2005 maxima. never again!

Reported in: RALEIGH NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima, and have had a problem with the transmission sticking in 3rd gear while going down a hill. it jerks very badly when going from 1st to 2nd...and back down from 2nd to 1st. it also jerks when i go from park to drive. i've taken it to nissan and they explained that i will need a new transmission. this problem started at 65k miles. i first had the valve body fixed, and it stopped jerking for 6 months....but started back. now, i'm told new transmission. i have spent $3,600 on repairs for a car that is 6 years old (5 at the time of repairs), and i am now being ask to spend $4,500 more. nissan will not help as i have called and filed a complaint. after further research, i've discovered that this is a very common problem and is obviously a defect in the parts that make up the transmission. very frustrating and disappointed with nissan. will never purchase another one again.

Reported in: LITHONIA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 maxima..very hard jerking. goes really high in rpms without notice. have read alot of complaints just like mines. motor mounts have been replaced because of the hard hitting from the transmission. nissan knows that there is a serious problem and just doesnt care. car stalls and i was in traffic and was glad that the car behind me noticed that something was wrong. i dont feel safe driving. such a nice car but not worth all the pain its causing.

Reported in: WINSTON-SALEM NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph he engaged the brakes and they made a very loud noise. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the left rear hub assembly and abs module needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired and two years later the failure recurred. the vehicle was taken back to the same dealer who performed a diagnostic test which indicated that the abs motor module, the hub assembly and actuator were defective and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was contacted and did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not covered under warranty. the vehicle was repaired. the failure mileage was 40,000 and the current mileage was 62,600. updated 5/2/11 *cn updated 05/11/11

Reported in: EAST DUBUQUE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was driving approximately 40 mph when the transmission began to violently jerk with hesitation. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they informed the contact that the transmission was defective and the failure was a common issue with the model year. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 40,000.

Reported in: LYNWOOD CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i own a 2005 nissan maxima and i have been having a shifting problem for a while. there is a delay in shifting from reverse to drive and also a big jerk when it shifts from reverse to drive. i recently changed the tranny mount because i thought that was the problem. i problem did not go away. i think there is a general problem with the 2005 model of nissan maxima and it should be recall for transmission and shifting.

Reported in: SILVER SPRING MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving at 35 mph and trying to accelerate that the vehicle would lunge forward violently. the vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic who advised him that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 127,000.

Reported in: KANSAS CITY MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i purchased a new 2005 nissan maxima. since then i have replaced the engine mounts 4 times. now at 88,000, i am told i need a new transmission. i am 47 years and have owned many cars in my lifetime. i researched this topic and found many americans with similar transmission problems who own 2004-2005 nissan maximas. the car jerks forward when going from 2-3 gear, neutral to reverse and neutral to drive. engines revs high when this is happening and jerks forward when driving. this is a public safety issue that has lead to accidents and engine fires. similar experiences and complaints can be found at-http://www.consumeraffairs.com/automotive/nissan_maxima.html updated ivoq 05/10/11

Reported in: MIAMI SHORES FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Reported in: MIAMI SHORES FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

the transmission is slipping in between 1st to 2nd gear. a very hard jerk often. a hard jerk when going into reverse. it happens when the car is warmed up. i am being told that this is a very very common problem with the 2004 and 2005 maximas and looking online it is a defect in the cars transmission assembly. i am being told i have to replace the transmission and it is very costly. then to most likely have the same problem with the new transmission gets about 60,000 miles on it. have been having problem for months, so being that we do not have finances to repair, the car is sitting.

Reported in: BATON ROUGE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately between 5-15 mph, the contact heard a loud knocking noise coming from the transmission. also, the transmission failed to shift correctly. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated that the transmission solenoid needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 97,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: OCEANSIDE CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

have a 2005 nissan maxima. it has automatic transmission. it is jerking real hard between 1-2 gear and when slowing down it also jerks. it jerks so hard it feel like im being rearended. this is ridiculous and nissan is aware of this problem and offers no assistance! they know they put a messed up taransmission in these cars! it is not fair! i am not goin to get killed because my car will not go when i pull out on freeway. i could of got killed! it jerks when going from drive to park. i pulled out on freeway this morning and my car would not go, almost got hit by a vehicle. this is a defected transmisiion and there are 1,000's of complaints all over the web about these cars. nissan will not help me at all. this is a major safety issue. someone can get killed because of poor workmanship done on these transmissions. this is not right! this needs a recall and nissan needs to fix this! nissan needs to fix this! they need to fix this!!! my family will sue them if we get hit by a car and me and my kids die because of my transmission not going into gear and getting stuck!

Reported in: CEDARTOWN GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that when shifting into gear, the transmission knocked roughly. when driving, the gears would slip and the rpms would rev. the vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. the manufacturer had not been notified. the current mileage was 100,557. the failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

Reported in: GREENWOOD SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2005 nissan maxima has never had any major problems. i bought it new. i do a lot of highway driving to and from work and have about 93,000 miles now on the car because of the long distances every day. the problem with the transmission has become more noticeable within the past couple months. the automatic transmission shifts very hard from 1st to 2nd and sometimes 3rd and back down and feels like a bucking bronco. today the trans slipped completely while accelerating at least three times on my drive in to work and the rpm's went flying. it's never slipped completely until today. the transmission is failing and it should be lasting a lot longer than 5 years. over the past 2-3 months the problem has gotten worse. now it does the bucking bronco thing every day, several times a day. i have already taken the car in once (to a local transmission shop) and they tried a transmission flush that cost nearly $400. it seemed to help for a couple weeks but the problem is back and is much worse now. i am planning to take it in again but i'm being told that it may cost me $1,500 to $2,000 to replace the transmission. i have seen hundreds and hundreds of reports online for the same issue. this can't be a coincidence and something needs to be done by nissan corporate right away!

Reported in: MILILANI HI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated while attempting to shift into second or third gear, the gear engaged with violent force, and sometimes the gear will not shift into drive. the failure occurred when the vehicle was driven for over an hour. the vehicle was taken to the local transmission mechanic to be diagnosed. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 36,000 and the current mileage was 97,000 miles.

Reported in: MARICOPA AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima-having issues with the transmission-jerking and jumping between 1st & 2nd gear when starting,slowing down, and shifting gears. also jerking when on cruise control. hesitation when going from park to drive, and forward to reverse. this is my 3rd maxima so i'm loyal but very upset!!! i have been told by a former nissan mechanic that this is a common problem with the 2004 and 2005's maxima transmission and nissan is doing nothing to fix the problem.

Reported in: MARIETTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima was shifting from 1st to 2nd and also downshifting very hard as well. the transmission would also slip occasionally when driving slow through for an example a row of stop signs. 2 weeks after i purchased the car i had to replace the transmission $3800.00 from a dealer and the dealership i bought it from offered no help because i paid cash for the car. now i have my new transmission and it shifts better but i have been having the same slippage problem as before and only had the new transmission 3 months. there is a major defect in these cars and nissan should fix that. i have owned 3 nissans but after i get rid of this car i will never own another one if nissan doesn't take some responsibility and fix their mistakes. no matter how costly, they will end up loosing alot of long time customers if they don't.

Reported in: FORREST CITY AR || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have 2005 nissan maxima it had a problem with transmission i went to the dealer ship they said this model coming with a minor defect with the transmission they told me to file a complaint with you to get the recall start.

Reported in: FORT WORTH TX || Crash: Y || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving at any speed, the contact noticed that the vehicle would vibrate, violently jerk, and stall sporadically. the failure began two years ago and the dealer made seven attempts to duplicate the failure but to no avail. the manufacturer offered the contact $800 toward repairs yet the failure persisted. the current mileage was 108,696 and the failure mileage was 60,000.

Reported in: HERMITAGE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

when putting the car from park to drive it hesitates and then jerks into gear. hard shifting from 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 3rd. when downshifting this also happens in the same gears. this started around $40,000 miles and happens everytime the car is drove. when the car is hot it jerks alot harder when shifting.

Reported in: LAKE BUTLER FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 25 mph the vehicle lunged forward and slipped out of gear. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer who stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. the contact stated that the transmission was replaced last year and was currently malfunctioning. the contact stated that the failure was a known issue with his year, make, and model vehicle; however the manufacturer had not addressed it. the failure mileage was 118,281.

Reported in: TUCKER GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i am a owner of a 2005 nissan maxima i have recently experienced some transmission issues i went to the dealership to report an issue that involving my vehicle ... i was almost hit by an eighteen wheeler in traffic after my car stalled in traffic i went to the dealership, at which time i was advised by the nissan dealership the transmission on my vehicle has had numerous complaints re: transmission problems. after being terrified i wrote nissan a consumer report letter explaining my issues with my transmission. i went to the internet and discovered this is not an issue nissan is concerned with. i am not the only person who has been given the cold shoulder after making a $30, 000 purchase that has almost cost me and my children's life. please someone needs to do something about this massive problem before some one is seriously hurt. after today i am parking this beautiful yet dangerous piece of machinery i can not in good faith believe that nissan has planned to do absolutely nothing to rectify a issue so large! some one needs to be responsible in the nissan camp for recalling this car. i can say this at least toyota stepped up to the plate and took responsibility for their issue.

Reported in: MEMPHIS TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

early transmission failure.

Reported in: TALLADEGA AL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 30 mph the vehicle stalled. the contact stated that while shifting gear from park or drive a clunking sound was heard. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the technicians stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 62,000.

Reported in: PHILADELPHIA PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima sl shifts hard and causes the car to jump forward and does the same when put into reverse. nearly caused 2 accidents and no relief from nissan, and this is a widespread problem. this should be a recall item. safety issue.

Reported in: TRUSSVILLE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

transmission. undocumented flaw with this transmission. transmission slips out of gear during regular driving. very hard jerky shifts.

Reported in: LAREDO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while the contact was driving approximately 30 mph, the transmission exhibited a violent jerk during deceleration. in addition, the transmission slipped when driving at high speeds and the rpms would began to increase. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer three different times for the similar failure. the transmission was flushed and the motor mounts were replaced. the failure continued to recur after the repair. the manufacturer was notified on four separate occasions and the contact was waiting upon a response. the failure mileage was unknown.

Reported in: ASHBURN VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was driving approximately 20 mph. the contact stated that when the brakes were engaged, the abs activated abnormally. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and they informed the contact that the failure was caused by a faulty computer chip. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 92,000.

Reported in: WAKEFIELD MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my transmission on my 2005 nissan maxima se slips and jerks when accelerating from under 30 mph. there's also times where it shifts roughly. i have checked my transmission fluid and its within operating parameters. i checked online and have seen other maxima owners with the same issue.

Reported in: NC NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact attempted to accelerate from a stop but the vehicle momentarily hesitated before shifting in gear. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the transmission was flushed. the failure continued to recur whenever the contact attempted to accelerate from a stop. the failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 114,332. updated 06/17/11 *bf updated 07/08/11

Reported in: EUFAULA AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving at any speed, the contact noticed that the vehicle would become over heated and would it jerk violently. the transmission was replaced previously however, the contact was unable to provide the date or mileage. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed the contact that the transmission needed to be replaced again. the contact did not inform the manufacturer nor was the vehicle repaired. the approximate failure mileage was unknown. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: OCEANSIDE CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the while driving 30 mph, the transmission would slip out of gear. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the dealer could not duplicate the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure progressively became worse and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where he was advised that the transmission would need replacing. the contact discovered numerous complaints online regarding the transmission issue with his year make and model and believed that a recall should have been issued. the failure mileage was 85,000.

Reported in: ALLISON PARK PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 30 to 50 mph, the vehicle would experience rough shifting when accelerating and decelerating. the contact also stated that the vehicle would intermittently surge forward while changing gears. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the transmission fluid was replaced yet the failure persisted. the vehicle was then taken to an independent repair shop where the contact was told that the transmission would need replacing. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 72,000 and the current mileage was 82,000.

Reported in: BRADENTON FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

dashboard cluster and abs needs to be replaced, is this a recall issue if not shold be.

Reported in: ILLINOIS IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

dashboard cluster and abs needs to be replaced, is this a recall issue if not shold be.

Reported in: ILLINOIS IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2005 nissan maxima 3.5l se has started slipping from 1st to 2nd gear with a loud thunk as well as slipping and revving really high when going from 2-3rd gear. the jolt is very violent and i am worried about my safety when this happens. i need to replace the entire transmission my mechanic tells me. this is a very common issue i have heard a lot about in the '04-'06 maxima models.

Reported in: WA WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima se. the contact was driving approximately 25-30 mph and attempting to shift from second to first gear. the contact stated that the vehicle was resistant to shifting. the vehicle was inspected by the dealer and they advised him that the failure was caused by the motor mounts. the motor mounts were replaced and 10,000 miles later, the dealer advised him that the entire transmission would need replacing, as the failure recurred. the manufacturer was contacted but offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 78,000. updated 06/01/11*lj updated 1/19/2012 *ln

Reported in: CHARLOTTE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41B65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was driving 5 mph and stated that the vehicle was hard to stop until it was shifted into first gear. the shift malfunction warning lamp was illuminated when the failure occurred. the vehicle was inspected by a dealer and they advised him that the right motor mounts and the transmission would need to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired by installing a rebuilt transmission and replacing the motor mounts. the failure mileage was approximately 121,000.

Reported in: WILLINSTON SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

after about 65,000 miles i began to have transmission problems. the car would jerk hard when shifting from 1st to 2nd and sometimes from 2nd to 3rd. i took the car to the dealer and they said the motor mounts was the problem. i had the motor mounts replaced but about a month later the car had the same symptoms. i have kept up on the maintenance. i have researched nissan complaints and there are many people with the same problem. nissan should check into this transmission problem and possible issue a recall for these transmissions.

Reported in: EL PASO TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

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.

Reported in: APO AE || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission started shifting very hard between 1st and 2nd and 2nd and 3rd. i have also had the transmission get stuck in 5th gear which poses a safety problem when trying to pull out into traffic. notice first symptoms just after 60k mile warranty. took it to dealer, couldn't find any problem. subsequent visits and was told to replace the motor mounts and flushed trany and call nissan car which i did all 3. transmission continued to get worse and took it back to nissan. they recommended new at for $3500. called nissan care and they told me that they cannot help, car is out of warranty. when asked to speak to a supervisor, i was told no, that wouldn't help and they hung up.

Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima and the transmission is going out. i am at 90,000 miles and it jerks real hard alot. it has been doing this since i got it last year. it also makes a humming sound when i get up to 45 miles per hour. when i'm going down hill and trying to slow or switching gears period. the compressor has gone bad on it as well..

Reported in: MY STATE NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

transmission failure

Reported in: WARNER ROBINS GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle would violently jerk and shift between gears when driving at any speed. the dealer flushed the transmission and assured the contact that the repair would correct the failure but it did not and the failure persisted. the contact did not inform manufacturer of the failure nor was the vehicle repaired. the current mileage was 89,500 and the failure mileage was 88,300. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: PROVIDENCE RI || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima that has developed a transmission problem at only 71,000 miles. the nissan dealership says that i must replace the transmission or have the "valve" that is sticking when i shift from 1st to 2nd or from 2nd to 1st replaced. to replace the transmission or to change the valve is going to cost me somewhere between $2,500 to $3,500. i don't believe that a car with only 71,000 miles should be required to replace the transmission. judging from all the complaints on the internet about the 05 nissan maxima, i believe the problem is far more wide-spread and should be investigated.

Reported in: NEW BRIGHTON MN || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2005 nissan maxima had reached roughly 89,000 miles and out of the blue it began shifting hard/jerking during drives over 40mins. the car continued to shift hard while driving and then when i put it into park, reverse and drive it would jerk the entire car. soon the shifting was so bad that i was being thrown forward and back with every little shift of the engine. i took the car into a nissan dealership and described what was happening. they performed a diagnosis (and reported that they did not find anything.) they informed me that i was feeling the shifting because my front engine mount was broken and that my transmission fluid was bad. i had them complete the transmission flush at that time and had my engine mount repaired 4 months later. i continued to experience hard shifting with the new mount and new flush. i ended up taking the car back in to the dealer for another problem they needed to correct and informed them again that the car was still shifting hard and the engine light was coming on and off. again i was told they could not find anything wrong. currently, my car is shifting in and out of gear every time i drive and is over revving when i try and speed up. i believe all this hard shifting/jerking is what caused my engine mount to crack.

Reported in: AURORA CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima. for the past few mths i have noticed the transmission slipping or stalling on change of gears. my car was purchased a yr. old and had around 40000 miles. the car now has right at 90000 miles. i have always bragged on how great of a car, the nissan maxima is. now, i' m very disappointed. and very concerned about the safety of my family. on very drive i experience severe jerking and stalling. i more so experience the jerks and stalling while traveling at a 20/40 miles.

Reported in: DECATUR AL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that when shifting from first to second gear when driving 25 mph and above, the vehicle would jerk violently. the vehicle would also jerk when the vehicle downshifted to first gear. the vehicle was taken to a local transmission shop where the contact was awaiting a diagnosis of the failure. the failure mileage was 74,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: WHITEVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 20 mph, the transmission began to slip gears unexpectedlyaccomapnied with an abnormal jerking with hesitation. the contact was able to continue driving and the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they replaced the transmission. the manufacturer was made aware of the faulty transmission. the contact stated that prior to the failure, the catalytic converter and abs sensor were replaced. the failure mileage was 91,000.

Reported in: PALIS HEIGHTS IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated the vehicle would jerk violently when shifting from first to second gear while driving approximately 10-30 mph. the failure also recurred when decelerating. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was advised to replace the motor mounts and transmission. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 67,000 and the current mileage was 73,000.

Reported in: FORESTVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated when the vehicle was placed in drive the transmission began to hesitate and there was a hard thump when he tried to accelerate. the contact took the vehicle to a mechanic who stated the body valve caused the failure. the failure mileage was unknown. the current mileage was 100,000.

Reported in: PRICEVILLE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i purchased my 05 nissan maxima with 60800 miles from a nissan dealer. at about 70000, the transmission began to show signs of costly repairs. the transmission jerks very hard when shifting from 1st to 2nd gear and then when slowing down from 2nd to 1st. just shifting from p to d at times there is about a 3 - 4 second delay then engages to only here and feel a very hard clunk and jerks really hard again. with all the hard shifting the motor mounts are probably going to wear out prematurely too. after going online and reading so many other 04 - 05 maxima transmission issue with the same symptoms around the same mileage. i am convinced this is a factory defect.

Reported in: BUDA TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission is slipping very bad. car jerks hard when shifting form 1st to 2nd gear. when coming to a complete stop car jerks and sometimes won't shift. when putting car in gear there is a hard shift or jerk.

Reported in: FESTUS MO || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i own a 2005 nissan maxima. shifting from 1st to 2nd or 2nd to 3rd is dangerously hard. the car jerks almost violently in and out of gear. this has been occurring for the past 4 months. mind you that i just purchased this car about a year ago. i was recommended to get a transmission flush but that did not fix the problem.

Reported in: RUCKERSVILLE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated while driving approximately 20 mph, she applied pressure to the brake pedal and the anti lock brakes engaged. the brake pedal began to pump and the vehicle exhibited an increased stopping distance. during the failure, the anti lock brake light illuminated. the failure began to recur intermittently. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the anti lock speed sensors were rusted and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. approximately three months later, the failure began to recur and the vehicle was taken back to an authorized dealer where the contact was advised to replace the anti lock braking system due to excessive rust and corrosion. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact also stated that the vehicle would violently jerk when downshifting and accelerating at low speeds. the failure mileage was 56,000 and the current mileage was 69,890.

Reported in: EAST ORANGE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Reported in: EAST ORANGE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i am a 2005 nissan maxima owner, after 82000 miles my transmission is now bad. as a college student i do not have the $4300 to replace my transmission. nissan has declined when asking for any for a assistance with this issue. this is a major safety concern. people could be seriously injured.

Reported in: TRAVERSE CITY MI || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

over the past year (since feb 2010), i have contacted nissan about transmission problems with my 2005 nissan maxima. the car gives a hard jerks when going from 1st to 2nd gear. yesterday while driving my maxima on the freeway (luckily i was driving in the far right lane), it completely stopped and would not accelerate. my transmission went out. thank god, i was not hit and killed. nissan is fully aware of the 2005 maxima transmission problem that thousands of consumers are experiencing but yet they are doing nothing to correct the problem. i am filing a complaint against nissan because they were fully aware about the transmission defect.

Reported in: DESOTO TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the transmission would not shift from first gear and the vehicle would not accelerate past 10 mph. the vehicle was inspected by the dealer and they advised that the transmission would need to be replaced. the failure mileage was 86,000 and the current mileage was 110,000.

Reported in: HARRISVILLE RI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima transmission issue-maxima has 76k on it, transmission keeps slipping, feels like you are getting kicked from behind or rear ended, maxima will also slip gears and rev up..

Reported in: CAVE CREEK AZ || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima i've had it going on 2 years and my transmission is going out. i've kept the car maintenance by the dealer and has taken really good care of the car... i've heard alot of the 4 same complaints on these cars just wondering why nothing has been done about it. me and my daughter almost stopped in the middle of traffic because of it, its not safe and for it not be so many complaints on these cars there should be some kind action.

Reported in: DECATUR IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i have been having problems with my 2005 nissan maxima transmission jerking really bad around 20 mph when decreasing speed and at 15 mph when accelerating. i have called nissan numerous times over the past 2 1/2 weeks. i just got a call back from them monday stating that they could not do anything to help me because the transmission fluid was dark and burnt. i had just had the transmission fluid and filter changed a moth prior to that so know that was not the case. i have not taken my car to nissan for maintenance because they are too high but have taken it in for service on a regular basis. i am asking for their help with the repairs but they have refused so far. i feel this is an ongoing problem with this model maxima, and they should cover the cost!

Reported in: ARCHDALE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Reported in: BOWIE MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i purchased a 2005 nissan maxima in november 2010 with 55,000 miles on it. we have recently noticed that the transmission shifts really hard when decelerating. i took it to aamco transmissions, and they have indicated that the vehicle needs a new transmission for about $3200.00 total. it seems awfully ridiculous that a transmission would go out after only 57000 miles. i was hopeful that a recall had been issued so that i wouldn't need to pay for the repair.

Reported in: RIVERTON UT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission jerks really hard causing neck pain and cause vehicle to stall or lose power on the hwy.

Reported in: MEMPHIS TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that when shifting to second gear she would feel a hard jerking motion and hear a knocking noise. the vehicle was inspected by a dealer who advised her that they were unable to diagnose the failure and said it may be the transmission. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Reported in: CHARLOTTE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN

the 2005 maxima motors are known to have timing chains problems give a vehicle a bad rattle noise from the engine some vehicle do it with as low as 15000 miles then they try and charge almost 3000 to fix.

Reported in: LOUISIANA LA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that after parking her vehicle the passenger seat began to smoke. the vehicle was taken to a dealer who told the contact that there was a nhtsa campaign id number 05v512000, seats front assembly, power adjust recall associated and that her vehicle was already repaired in 2008. the failure mileage was 82,800 and the current mileage was 83,073.

Reported in: CHESPEAKE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN

when the vehicle is shifting from 1st to 2nd, it feels like i am being kicked in the back or rear ended. was informed by one of the service managers at the dealership that the vehicle doesn't have a cooling system for the transmission and that i could get it replaced or repaired but down the line, the same thing is going to happen since there is no way to cool the transmission fluids.

Reported in: CONCORD NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission issues. after 65,000 miles 2005 nissan maxima jerks between low gears shifts and slips frequently during normal driving. a transmission flush has been done on this vehicle as recommended by nissan service staff however issues continue.

Reported in: TUCSON AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

when the engine is warn and you shift from park to drive or reverse the car jerks really hard before it goes to the desired gear. once it picks up you will feel a jerk while driving especially when you are slowing down from high speed to a stop. it really jerks around 2nd and 3rd shifting, picking up or slowing down. during driving when you depress the accelerator, it does not pick up right away and the engine will rave before it kicks in with a jerk. the transmission slips before it picks up. once you start acceleration, there is a rattling sound when you press the gas. i have taken it to the dealership several time and they tell me they cannot find anything wrong with it and that i should always use premium gas. the last time i had to spend $500 to replace the visa valve and evap valve the problem still continues. this happens after driving the car and it has warmed up. the dealership cannot replicate the problem because whenever you take it in they wait till the engine has cooled down before they take it for a test drive. it sounds to me like they do it on purpose. my car is about 110k miles and this started about 10k miles ago.

Reported in: ENGLEWOOD OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reported in: ENGLEWOOD OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated when driving various speeds or starting the vehicle, it would lunge forward. the vehicle also jerked violently when shifting from first to second gear. the vehicle was not inspected by a dealer nor was it repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted regarding the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 70,000.

Reported in: ROSELYN GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph, the transmission began slipping gears with the vehicle jerking violently. the contact maneuvered the vehicle to the side of the road and shut off the engine. upon restart, the failure continued. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated the transmission would need to be replaced. the transmission had been previously replaced in 2010. the vehicle was in the process of being repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 70,000. updated 07/20/11*lj updated 08/03/11

Reported in: BLUE ISLAND IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

1. after warm up takes about 5 seconds to click into gear after the shift lever is put in "d" 2. very hard jerky shifts between 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 1st and accompanied by loud clunking noise. 3. transmission slips out of gear during regular driving alllowing the engine to rev freely then jerking back into gear with a loud clunk. the is followed by a burnt oil.

Reported in: LONG BEACH CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 3GNEC12Z55G

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

05 maxima transmission/shifting problems my 2005 nissan maxima has about 62,000 miles and started showing signs of what may be serious transmission problems. while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle would give a hard jerk/jump also when decreasing speed. it feels like i'm being kicked in the back or rear end. a loud clunking sound. i've keep my car maintained and even inspected by diagnostic nothing shows, no trouble codes show up when they put the car on the scope. the vehicle would be good for a couple of days and then start acting up again, clunking and sometimes bucking like a stubborn horse while driving. mechanics have checked transmission oil and engine oil has been check and very good. i really suspect there is an undocumented flaw with this transmission and it showed up in the late '04 and '05 build cars.

Reported in: SANTA ANA CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2005 nissan maxima is also showing signs of transmission problems. i have been experiencing jerky shifts when change gears. i took my car to the nissan dealership in newburgh ny , (which i don't recommend!!! ) the car came back with code p0797 , pressure control solenoid valve stuck on. they looked at the car and found broken wire from ground, which cost me over 400$. when i was driving home i experience the same sensation off jerking while accelerating from gear 1 to 2 (and 2-1).the next day the check engine light came back on. i checked the code in autozone, the same code p0797 was read. brought the car back to the dealership just to find out that, they look "deeper" in to the issue and found another problem (same code !!!!) supposedly 2 valves on transmission need to be replaced , that will cost another 1200$. i took the car to amcco just to make sure i am doing the right think and found out that the code p0797 stands for mechanical issues not electrical (not for the broken wire!!!!). i called dealership and after long conversation with the manager i was told that they will work with me(not sure yet how) ,but because of my numerous complains he wont fix the valves anymore he want to replace the whole transmission. estimate 4500$ . the manager told me strait up that he knows maximas have issues with transmission(it took him about 30 min. to came strait forward). he forgot to tell me how he will work with me.

Reported in: WHITE PLAINS NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated the transmission began to shift hard. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the transmission was defective and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vin was not available. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 40,000 and the current mileage was 125,000.

Reported in: FOUNTAIN INN SC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission problems 75k miles. vehicle jerks in and out of gear. dealership refuses to acknowledge a transmission problem.

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated while driving 50 to 60 mph the vehicle lunged forward and the gear would not shift into park or reverse. the vehicles gear shift was replaced but did not correct the failure. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who performed a diagnostic that located the failure in the transmission divided assembly trac. the dealer stated they were not sure if the transmission divided assembly trac was replaced that the failure would be corrected. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 92,000. updated 08/31/2011 *ln

Reported in: GREENVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated the transmission failed on for the second time. the contact had the transmission replaced in march of 2009 per the dealers recommendation yet the failure was recurring. the transmission would become stuck when shifting from second to third gear. the contact stated that the vehicle would also stall intermittently accompanied with a hard jerking sensation. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection or repairs. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 130,000.

Reported in: PLEASANT GROVE AL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmissions shifting hard at 89,000 miles. dealership informed me that it needs replacing. after researching the internet it looks as though nissan is aware of this defect in the transmissions in 04 and 05 nissan maximas but has not implemented a recall. seems the transmissions are going out as soon as the warranty expires. cost to replace is $4,000-$4,800. why should we have to pay this when nissan is well aware of the issue? they bought the defected parts so they should pay to fix them all.

Reported in: CHRISTIANA TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i purshased a 2005 nissan maxima 3.5se and right around the 86k mile mark, the transmission started jerking during upshifting & downshifting of gears. after taking the vehicle to the local dealership, it was recommended that i do a trans. flush & that would solve the issue. after a couple days, it was back to the same jerking during shifting of gears. i brought the vehicle back and was told that i needed to replace the transmission and it would cost me over $3000.00. the customer service was horrible and i was told i should have taken better care of the vehicle. after doing my research, i found that the nissan maxima years 2004/2005 had major transmission flaws. i contacted a very good friend, who's brother worked at a nissan dealership, and was told that i had a lemon! the transmissions in those 2 years had a lot of problems and they were constantly reparing them. i am filing this complaint because i believe that a manufacturer should stand behind their product 100%. i work for a corporate car company and have never had to deal with this. i have received no help from the dealerships nor the corporate. *kb

Reported in: MIAMI GARDENS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated the abs warning light was illuminated and the instrument panel begin to malfunction. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was advised that the instrument cluster sensor would need replacing. in addition, the contact was advised to have the brake pads and rotors repaired. the vehicle was repaired but the failures all recurred. the contact believed that the vehicle was unsafe to drive. the failure mileage was 83,000.

Reported in: ATTLEBORO MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Reported in: ATTLEBORO MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

the transmission operation on this vehicle is slowly deteriorating. it started this past winter. i was driving around 10 mph and as i accelerated slightly the engine began to race. i thought i had hit an ice patch and the tires lost grip. then it started happening more regularly. when shifting from first to second the engine would race with no increase in speed. the shift from second to third also began to act funny. then occasionally a slight jolt began to accompany these gear changes. the jolts also began when shifting to and from reverse. these jolts at this point in time are occasional but they can be somewhat violent. the transmission has been serviced twice in the last six months. the most recent service only helped for a day or two.

Reported in: SEYMOUR CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 maxima that has a jerking in the transmission between 1st and 2nd gear.

Reported in: GALLIPOLIS OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated while driving, the transmission would jerk violently when changing gears. the dealer diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was notified, but did not assist the contact. the failure mileage was 48,390 and the current mileage was 48,111. updated 08/10/11*lj updated 3/06/2012 *ln

Reported in: MOBILE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving forward, the vehicle would hesitate then begin driving in reverse. the failure occurred intermittently. the vehicle was not yet taken to have the failure diagnosed. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was 106,736.

Reported in: HOOVER AL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

over the past year since feb 2010, i have been having transmission problems with my 2005 nissan maxima. the car gives a hard jerks when going from 1st to 2nd gear. yesterday while driving my maxima on the highway, luckily i was driving at 20-30 km/hr, it completely stopped and would not accelerate. for a few seconds, made this horrible noise and then kicked back into gear like nothing had happen. this continued to happen 3 times in a span of 10 min. i drove to a mister transmission where i was told i needed a new transmission for $3000-$3,500. thank goodness i was not hit and killed. nissan is fully aware of the 2005 maxima transmission problem that thousands of consumers are experiencing but yet they are doing anything to correct the problem. i am filing a complaint against nissan because they were fully aware about the transmission defect. this is a very dangerous situation-someone will be killed.

Reported in: TORONTO 00 || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle would jerk while stopped with the brakes engaged. the vehicle would also hesitate to accelerate when changing gears, and while in reverse the vehicle would jerk backwards. the failure occurred on an intermittent basis. an authorized dealer was notified, but provided no assistance. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 91,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: ITTABENA MS || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

car jerks and kicks when taking off and when stopping.

Reported in: HAMPTON VA || Crash: N || VIN #: KM8SC83D71U

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i am having trouble with the transmission in my wife's 2005 nissan maxima. it hard shifts in 1st gear and sometime hesitate to go. i have had the transmission rebuilt ($3000) and still have the problems. the car only has 116,000 miles on it. the old parts are available. *tt

Reported in: UNIONTOWN AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i have a 2005 nissan maxima with under 90,000 miles. i am experiencing transmission problems. the car jerks when i slow down and does the same thing going from 1st to 2nd gear. i started having this problem about a year ago and i took the car to a transmission shop which i was told it needed a transmission/engine mounts which were replaced, after a week the problem continued. i thought it was just me, but i read there are a lot of people having the same problem and nissan is not doing anything about it. there has to be a defect in the transmission, which should be a recall. is there anything you can suggest can do please help. my warranty is over and i know it's going to be very expensive to repair. i purchased the car because of the style and nissan reputation for having reliable cars. their reputation is taking a hit because of the fact they are not showing any concerns about the problem. *kb

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4DL01D1XC

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated while driving various speeds he noticed that there was a violent jerking when shifting from second to third gear. the vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic who advised him that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and have not returned his call. the failure mileage was approximately 70,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: BRUSTER NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM

tl* the contact owns 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the vehicle stopped accelerating. the traction control systems slip light also began to illuminate on the instrument panel. the vehicle was not yet taken to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the failure and current mileages were 91,000.

Reported in: COARKSVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

we have a 2005 nissan maxima that is having issues with the automatic transmission. it jerks and has trouble going into gear while going from 1st to second gear. shifting with the lever does not help or alleviate the problem. we were told by nissan that the transmission need to be flushed. it seems like this very unsafe. *tt

Reported in: PEARL CITY HI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i purchased a 05 nissan maxima feb of this year it was fine until about a couple of months the transmission has started jerking when it shifts from the 1st and 2nd gear. this should be considered a recall because mine isn't the only one with this problem. i was looking.into the 09 maxima but i don't know now. could you please look into this problem?

Reported in: GREENVILLE MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the transmission was failing and the vehicle would jerk when shifting from first to second gear. as a result, the motor mounts also failed. the transmission was flushed, but the failure continued. the failure mileage was 98,000 and the current mileage was 143,000.

Reported in: SAN ANTONIO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving at highways speeds, the vehicle would jerk and decelerate. in addition, the vehicle would take a longer time than normal to accelerate up to speed. the check engine light would also illuminate on the instrument panel during the failures. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure, but offered no assistance. the failure mileage was unknown. updated 09/20/2011 *ln

Reported in: RICHMOND VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

transmission shifts hard. when in park to drive hesitates a few seconds than roughly shifts to drive. hesitates when car is driven for long periods of time. sporadically has issues that appears to be the transmission. have gone to several shops and have been told many things. reading all the forums this is a factory defect that should be recalled. i have only had the car for over a year. the manufacturer should be liable!!!!

Reported in: TOLLESON AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1SK12EXRU

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: TOLLESON AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 4T1SK12EXRU

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 20 mph and down shifting the vehicle would jerk forward. the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the technicians stated the transmission and motor mount needed to be replaced and that the motor was cracked. the failure would occur intermittently and over time became progressively worse. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 87,000.

Reported in: FOREST CITY AR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Reported in: FOREST CITY AR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

Reported in: PLAQUEMINE LA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Reported in: PLAQUEMINE LA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE

having trouble with my transmission i have a 2005 maxima auto. the transmission jerks when shifting from park to drive and reverse to drive. and also when im driving about 30 to 40 mph it will rev a little bit then catch the gear really hard jerking. *kb

Reported in: MARTINDALE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Reported in: MARTINDALE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that when shifting from first to second gear, the vehicle would jerk. the vehicle would also jerk when accelerating to higher speeds. the vehicle had not been inspected by a dealer or repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 75,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: WHITLEYVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 05 nissan maxima transmission has been messing up and so have many others. when the car gets hot it shifts hard between 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 1st. also, when its hot, and you stop to put it from drive to reverse you have to wait several seconds for it to kick into gear. i have only had my car for 6 months and it only has 88,500 miles on it. there is no reason why a car with such low miles and not many years old should have such problems. i have had a car with 300,000 miles on it and never had any problems!!! these cars need a recall, i have heard and saw too many people with the same problems and its ridiculous!!! *kb

Reported in: GOODLETTSVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i own a 2005 nissan maxima se that now has 73000 miles on it . i am encountering a problem that seems to be with the transmission, when checked for transmission problems nothing seems to show up and no lights are on. the car bucks or jerks when driving and when changing gears . it scrubs as if it 's struggling to pull (which is very dangerous) happened to me while entering the interstate this week and i was in tears because i was in fear for my safety. the car has been having these issue since around 66000 miles. i've gone on line and find out that several consumers are having the same problem and are at a loss as to how to resolve since it doesnt show up as a transmission problem and to have a car (purchased brand new) to start having transmission problems at such low mileage is not expected. there should be a recall on these cars and nissan should have to fix this problem before serious injury to their consumer is encountered. when i went to a nissan dealership to try and talk to them about the problem and they just brushed me off and said they would have to look at my car and put it on the machine for a cost of over 100.00 . this i fell is useless since i've already had it checked and online consumers are saying that no transmission code shows up on the machine. the trasmission fluid was flushed since my machanic said he didnt see anything wrong with the transmission as an attempt to solve the problem but that did nothing for the problem. *tt

Reported in: CHARLOTTE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima hard shifting from 1st to 2nd gear and also when car is stoped and put in park and then back to drive it takes about 7 seconds for the transmission to go into gear and it jerks real bad.and it also wont go into gearat like 25-35 miles. *tt

Reported in: STOCKTON CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

2005 nissan maxima purchased new in 2004. the car keeps making sudden violent jerking movements while driving creating a potential hazard for a car accident. when this happens i have to pull over and restart the car. i can not drive the car on major highways and can not go more that 35mph. the car feels like it is slipping when attempting to drive after being at a stop. there is a long hesitation before the car begins to drive after being put in gear to drive. it also jerks forward suddenly when it does decide to move. sometimes the car won't move when attempting to accelerate. at stop lights i have to shift gears at times to get it to move. another incident included the car not stopping. i had to move it into first gear to get it to stop. the car jerks backwards when reversing. when these problems started the car was taken to nissan because we suspected a transmission problem. they told us it was not the transmission but instead motor mounts,rods, and bolts. i spent almost $3,000 to repair it and the problem still continued. now, i am being told that it is the transmission and given an estimate of $3100. nissan has diagnosed this problem. we discovered that there are thousands of other consumers with the same complaint for the 2004-2005 maxima. this indicates that this is a common problem that nissan is actually aware of. the battery has also had to be replaced 3times. the power doors no longer work neither does the sun roof. i have to drive to get to work and to get the kids to school. i do not like to drive with my kids in the car for fear that the car will not stop again or that there will be a collision because of the jerky movements and the cars hesitation. nissan has been contacted. no resolution has been offered at this time. car is still at the dealership.

Reported in: CLERMONT FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Reported in: CLERMONT FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

EQUIPMENT

Reported in: CLERMONT FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

my maxima has transmission problems. nothing wrong when you first drive it but when it gets warmed up the transmission clunks when it hit 2nd gear upshifting and downshifting. when you put it reverse, it takes 5 seconds to be in gear but it comes with a loud thud. a lot of times it even goes out of gear while you're driving then a tremendous thud when it gets back in gear. when it gets hot, it really gets bad. so bad that the tranny slips in and out of gear until it get in gear then a thud. so basically when i'm driving, i'm in tranny hell. please help! i just paid off this expensive car to have an expensive problem that the manufacturer knows exist.

Reported in: ST PETERSBURG FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the transmission would shift hard when shifting from first to second gear. in addition, when shifting into any gear other than first or second, the vehicle would decelerate and hesitate before engaging. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was advised to have a transmission fluid flush performed. the dealer also advised that the transmission could possible need replacing. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 53,000 and the current mileage 100,000.

Reported in: MILWALKEE WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph, a loud thumping noise was heard while the vehicle changed gears. the vehicle also began to jerk excessively and would not shift completely into gear. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer several times, but they were unable to diagnose the failure. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 72,000.

Reported in: CHARLOTTE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i own a 2005 nissan maxima. i am extremely disappointed with this vehicle. the car makes jerking movements occasionally when shifting from park to reverse or drive. you never know when it may happen and it feels as though you are hitting something. today all the lights came, i could not accelerate and the mechanic is saying that it may be my transmission...86,000 miles!! i cannot believe that i am replacing a transmission in a nissan with 86,000 miles. i will never buy another nissan and would not recommend. i have read multiple complaints and am so discouraged. this car is not safe with random jerking motions that nissan cannot diagnose. this car needs to be recalled for its transmission. nissan does not stand by its cars or service.

Reported in: LYNNFIELD MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2005 maxima 3.5 sl is experiencing problems with the transmission. when i shift from "park" to drive (forward or reverse) there is a noticeable lag before the gears catch. on an incline it is very noticeable. while driving there is a whine and a drag feeling as if the engine is straining because it is in the wrong gear. there are times when the transmission is running through its gears that it appears it either misses a meshing or it is just spinning freely and when it kicks in there is a jerk between 1st and 2nd gear and then when i am slowing down. there is a jerk and thunk sound. some times while stopped and sitting at a traffic light the vehicle will have a noticeable lurch forward. i know that the transmission/gear meshing is off because my gas mileage is off.

Reported in: HUNTSVILLE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 20 mph the rpms increased excessively and the vehicle began to decelerate. once the vehicle responded and accelerated it lunged forward. the vehicle was taken to the dealer three times for diagnostic testing. the technicians were unable to diagnose the failure and suggested the contact have the transmission flushed. the transmission was flushed but the failure continued. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 65,000.

Reported in: KENNER LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the transmission started to shift gears unexpectedly. the vehicle also began to jerk violently and hesitate. the vehicle was taken to a local repair shop, who diagnosed that the transmission was defective and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 85,000 and the current mileage was 93,000.

Reported in: PASADENA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 25 mph, the contact heard a banging noise coming from the transmission. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostics, where the mechanic replaced the transmission motor mount. the failure continued after the repair was performed. the approximate failure mileage was 75,000.

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while attempting to pull off, the vehicle started to surge. the transmission shifted very hard as a result of the vehicle jerking so violently. the vehicle was taken to a local shop who diagnosed that the valve body within the transmission was defective and the transmission needed to be rebuild. the dealer was contacted who stated that unless the check engine light was illuminated they could not provide a diagnosis. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offered any assistance. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure mileage was 75,000 and the current mileage was 77,900.

Reported in: PRAIRIEVILLE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated the vehicle would violently jerk and would be difficult to shift when shifting between gears. the dealer advised the contact that she would need to replace the transmission and the warranty would not cover the charges. the manufacturer had not been notified. no repairs were performed. the current mileage was 99,000. the approximate failure mileage was 81,000.

Reported in: HYATTSVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i am the original owner of a 2005 maxima with 65,146 miles and i have been experiencing a very hard knock and pull when the vehicle shifts gears. i have researched the problem online and found about 100 complaints with the same symptoms. i believe their is definitely a manufactures problem with the transmission. *kb

Reported in: SANTA ANA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN

i took my car to a local dealership for transmission failure. they told me that it needed to have a transmission flush which i did and it did not solve the problem. the transmission slips when speeding up from 1st to 2nd, 2nd to 3rd which makes the rpm's go very high. and when slowing down it suddenly jerks hard when downshifting. i takes a few seconds after putting it in drive or reverse and then it jerks hard. also when stopping from a moderate speed, the car sometimes does not shift down to first gear and the only way to go is to press the gas pedal or shutting the car off and turning it back on. i believe that this is a safety issue in which after you are stopped and you are unaware that the car did not downshift back to 1st and then you try to take off and the car takes off very slowly. this is when it can became a safety issue because what if there is a car coming and you cannot speed up. the oncoming car can easily ram your car.

Reported in: SOCORRO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: SOCORRO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: SOCORRO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle began to jerk while shifting and the transmission would slip. also, there was an increase in engine rpms. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics where the technicians stated there was a failure with the valve body. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 90,000.

Reported in: MARIETTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima transmission problem - my car began making a very loud knocking sound when i would shift from park to drive or reverse. it doesn't do it all the time, but it is doing it more frequently now. in addition my transmission has begun to slip while driving. i googled 2005 nissan maxima issues and to my surprise there are countless complaints about transmission issues with the nissan maxima. i am scheduled to bring my car to a mechanic tomorrow morning, but i feel like i know what the problem is after reading all the complaints. it appears i will need a new transmission. my car has under 100k miles and is taken care of very well. i purchased the car new in december of 2004.

Reported in: SEWELL NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that after shifting gears, the vehicle would jerk violently and suddenly accelerate. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance and referred her to a local dealer. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 122,770.

Reported in: AMARILLO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

2005 nissan maxima like thousands of others has been shifting violently between gears causing dangerous driving conditions. sometimes the car rpms will jump to 7500 before catching the gear and jerk to the car almost out of control. this needs to be fixed. it's ridiculous that almost all 2004-2008 maximas have this problem and nissan has corrected it but instead charge 3500+ for a new transmission. i'm so done with nissan. this will be the last one i purchase!

Reported in: GREENSBORO NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 25 mph and decelerating, the transmission began to jerk violently from third to second gear. the failure occurred intermittently and became progressively worse. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they were unable to duplicate the problem and advised the transmission operated normally. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 45,000. updated 12/19/11

Reported in: LAKE MARY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated as she started her vehicle there was a jerking motion and it would not shift into gear. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who previously stated they had to order parts due to a back log. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was 123,050.

Reported in: SELMA NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was driving 25 mph when the vehicle shifted from drive to neutral independently. the failure was resolved after restarting the ignition. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnostic which indicated that the transmission would need replacing. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure however, the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 64,760 and the current mileage was 65,200.

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my 2005 nissan maxima transmission is always jerking and on blogs and other nissan webblogs their are thousands of complaints and all we want is for them to fix the problem and i have file a complaint with the bbb and nissan needs to take action for their mess up.

Reported in: FLORENCE SC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the vehicle would stall. the contact also stated that the vehicle would stalls between shifting and while in reverse. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but the mechanic was unable to diagnose the failure. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the contact also expressed concern after seeing numerous complaints about the same failure on the internet. the failure mileage was 120,000.

Reported in: MAITLAND FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

purchased a 2005 nissan maxima used with around 46k miles on it. i have loved the car up until it recently hit 65k miles and has started jerking while shifting, also putting into drive or reverse from park will be delayed. it jerked so hard the other day that it caused the check engine soon light to come on. took to a local mechanic that has been doing oil changes, a/c repair, minor maintenance...they said that my transmission was shot, i needed 3 engine new engine mounts from the jerking, and engine sensor needed to be replaced. they suggested i take to the nissan dealer. i took in and they called me the next day and said they could not duplicate any issues with the vehicle, and that the check engine light was not on. they are sweeping this well known transmission problem under the rug, but something needs to be done here, and a recall should be a must with over 300 plus complaints just here alone documented for this same issue on the same make and model!!! nissan needs to step up before someone gets injured.

Reported in: TX TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

we purchased a nissan maxima 2005, for my mother a year or 2 ago. it reaches 80,000 plus miles and the transmission starts clunking, takes a while for it to shift from 2nd to 3rd. i called the dealership and got a price of $1100 for a valvebody. i asked if there was a recall, the employee stated there wasn't but was aware of the problem. even said that after changing the valvebody it would still do it, to "pony up" and switch the whole transmission that comes with the valvebody. now i have seen plenty complaints about this very issue, it just appears like these are forums to vent and complain. because i can't believe that after so many people with the same experience nothing has been done about this yet.

Reported in: WEST PALM BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated while driving, the vehicle would shift between gears and she was unable to downshift when it was necessary. the dealers diagnosis confirmed that the transmission was faulty. the manufacturer was aware of the failure. no repairs were performed. the current mileage was 79,503. the approximate failure mileage was 79,000.

Reported in: LEISTER NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

my cars transmission slips and shifts hard from first to second then completely fails to go into 3rd causing the engine to over rev finally slamming into third jerking the car hard.

Reported in: PHILADELPHIA PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

i noticed my transmission having serious problems when it started slipping really bad. after a little while i decided to try for nissan to fix the issue. the vehicle had about 77,000 miles on it when i contacted nissan. this issue started at about 69,000 miles. nissan told me to take it into a dealership and have a diagnosis done on the vehicle and send the paperwork in. i did just that. then a week later i received a call saying that nissan will not cover my repair because it was so far out of warranty. how convenient, the vehicle starts breaking right after the warranty goes out. this will cost me thousands of dollars to fix. i have never had a problem this serious, or any problem this early in the life of any of my cars. this is ridiculous and nissan should stand by their terrible product and fix the problem. there are thousands of people with this same issue with the same vehicle. within the past couple days my transmission will lock into 5th gear and stay there. if i accelerate or decelerate it will still be in 5th gear. nissan is garbage and i will never purchase another nissan or recommend nissan if this does not get taken care of.

Reported in: TWENTYNINE PALMS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

my transmission has been acting up and completely went out. this is not my first nissan but it will be my last unless they issue a recall.

Reported in: GRANGER IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle would shift hard attempting to shift into second gear, third gear or reverse. the dealer diagnosed the vehicle with a faulty shift in the transmission. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure however, did not offer any assistance. no repairs were performed. the current mileage was 109,326 and the approximate failure mileage was 83,000.

Reported in: KILMICHAEL MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

there are numerous complaints in the nhtsa database about the 2005 nissan maxima!!! 2005 nissan maxima purchased new in 2004. the car keeps making sudden violent jerking movements while driving creating a potential hazard for a car accident. when this happens i have to pull over and restart the car. i can not drive the car on major highways and can not go more that 35mph. the car feels like it is slipping when attempting to drive after being at a stop. there is a long hesitation before the car begins to drive after being put in gear to drive. it also jerks forward suddenly when it does decide to move. sometimes the car won't move when attempting to accelerate. at stop lights i have to shift gears at times to get it to move. another incident included the car not stopping. i had to move it into first gear to get it to stop. the car jerks backwards when reversing. when these problems started the car was taken to nissan because we suspected a transmission problem. they told us it was not the transmission but instead motor mounts,rods, and bolts. i spent almost $3,000 to repair it and the problem still continued. now, i am being told that it is the transmission and given an estimate of $3100. nissan has diagnosed this problem. we discovered that there are thousands of other consumers with the same complaint for the 2004-2005 maxima. this indicates that this is a common problem that nissan is actually aware of. the battery has also had to be replaced 3times. the power doors no longer work neither does the sun roof. i have to drive to get to work and to get the kids to school. i do not like to drive with my kids in the car for fear that the car will not stop again or that there will be a collision because of the jerky movements and the cars hesitation. nissan has been contacted. no resolution has been offered at this time.

Reported in: CLERMONT FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: CLERMONT FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

transmission, experiencing jerking when in 1st & 2nd gear. even when im on the freeway when i slow down and try to speed up again my car will hesitate and jump into gear. i also was exiting freeway when my vehicle completely shut off, i could not stear, lucky for me there was no traffic behind me. i had both of my kids with me at the time!! i believe this is a huge problem and have heard many nissan with the same problem. and the corporation is not doing anything to fix the problem. my vehicle barely reache 70,000 miles and im getting a transmission put in!

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that when shifting from park into reverse or drive, the vehicle would hesitate and would then jerk violently into gear. also, when shifting from second to third gear, the vehicle would lunge forward abnormally. the dealer and manufacturer were contacted and denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle. a local mechanic diagnosed that the valve body was worn. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 57,714 and the current mileage was 58,714.

Reported in: LINDENHURST NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

the transmission on this car has failed for a third time. the first time it was at ~ 60,000 miles, again at 75,000 miles, and now at 83,000 miles. luckily, i was local and not on the interstate or downtown dallas. after reading all the customer complaints online it's disappointing that this transmission has not been recalled or nissan hasn't stood behind it's product.

Reported in: KELLER TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 20 mph, there was an increase in the vehicle rpm reading. the vehicle jerked forward and decelerated independently. the failure recurred intermittently at low speeds. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics where the technicians flushed the transmission and replaced the motor mounts. the failure continued after the repairs. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the technician stated that the transmission would have to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the approximate failure mileage was 55,000.

Reported in: SOUTH HEMPSTEAD NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated while driving 40 mph the vehicle started to jerk violently. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who diagnosed that the first and second gear failed; as a result, the transmission needed to replaced. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the transmission communication wiring circuit and transmission control were defective and stated the transmission needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was no longer covered by the warranty. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 146,000.

Reported in: RICHMOND VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle would hesitate and the transmission would slip while driving at low speeds. the vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop and the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be rebuilt. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 100,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: PEARLAND TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i bought my 2005 nissan maxima new from a nissan dealership with an extended warranty, but about 3-4 months ago, my car started jerking. it started to have issues going from reverse to drive, and i called the dealership to find out what was going on. they ran a diagnosis and told me that it was a transmission issue but that my car was out of warranty. i started to do some research because i've been told many times that my car isn't old enough, nor does it have enough miles on it to have a transmission problem. i decided to call nissan to see if they would help cover the repair; after 2 weeks of having no vehicle, i was told today that they would not cover the repair, but during this time i've done research and there are plenty of websites (carcomplaints.com, nissanhelp.com), forums, mechanics, and other consumers who are having the exact same issue. from the looks of it, the transmission in the nissan maxima from 2004-2008 has some sort of defect but nissan refuses to issue a recall and fix the problem. i don't see how a company can get away with doing this when so many people have voiced their concerns. i have also read that hyundai had the same problem but they recalled all of their vehicles and fixed the problem. i just paid for this car and am a quite devastated that its now falling apart, so what are consumers to do about this issue?

Reported in: LITTLE ROCK AR || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the vehicle would downshift or prematurely engage. the contact also mentioned that the transmission would make a very loud knocking noise. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the transmission was defective and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 65,000 and the current mileage was 90,000.

Reported in: COLUMBUS GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that when driving 25 mph and above, the transmission would downshift and perform erratically. the vehicle was taken to a transmission repair shop where he was advised that the valve body needed to be repaired. the dealer was notified and advised that they would need to perform a diagnostic test before determining the failure and attempting any repairs. the manufacturer was notified who recommended that the vehicle be taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis and repairs. the failure mileage was 85,848. kmj

Reported in: WOBURN MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated while driving approximately 50 mph the gear shift would move into neutral and the rpms would increase. the vehicle was taken to a dealer who advised him that he needed a new transmission. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the failure and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 98,000. updated 10/26/11

Reported in: SALT LAKE CITY MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

my 2005 nissan maxima had 53,000 miles when it started showing signs of transmission problems. when i start the car everything is fine, but after driving it for a bit this is what happens: takes about 5 seconds to click into gear after the shift lever is placed in "d" and when that happens the car jerks really hard. same as the above happens when going from the reverse to drive and it takes again 4 to 5 seconds for the gear to engage and when that happens the car jerks violently. transmission slips out of gear during regular driving causing the engine to rev freely then jerking back into gear with a loud clunk. that usually happens in lower rpms and got me and my family almost killed a couple of times because i lost control of the car. sometimes i go for days with no symptoms at all and other times it may happen a dozen times in a day. i took it in to the dealer and the technician working on the car confirmed all of the above. they also found that the engine mounts were broken but that would not cause these symptoms. they suggested a new transmission and motor mounts for $4,700 and refused to help out with the repairs since i was out of warranty. after doing some research online i discovered that hundreds of people with the same make, model, and model year have the same issue. nissan knows that there is an issue with the transmission but it doesn't make any sense to the fact that the they are not doing anything about it, but instead the jeopardize our lives in order to save some money.

Reported in: CHICAGO IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 20 mph the vehicle suddenly accelerated and once place in gear it jerked violently. the contact also mentioned that the vehicle would become stuck in fifth gear and in order to release it, she had to turn the vehicle completely off. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the right wheel bearing or hub was defective and recommended having the transmission fluid changed. the remedy failed to repair the problem. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer who diagnosed that the motor mount and transmission were defective and that the transmission needed to be rebuilt. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was no longer under warranty. the vin was not available. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 105,000.

Reported in: OAKHAM MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima xl. the contact was driving 35 mph when the vehicle stalled. the contact mentioned prior to the failure that the vehicle began to shift forcefully while accelerating in reverse. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the manufacturer was notified. the vehicle was repaired. the failure and current miles were 99,150. updated 11/01/11*lj updated 02/06/12

Reported in: ROANOKE RAPIDS NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the transmission would slip and the vehicle would jerk violently. the contact also stated that the vehicle would intermittently hesitate before accelerating from stops. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who recommended having the transmission flushed as a temporary remedy. the vehicle was repaired, but the failure continued. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the dealer. the failure mileage was 97,000 and the current mileage was 98,030.

Reported in: PFLUGERVILLE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that when driving approximately 15 mph and during acceleration or deceleration, the transmission would slip gears in a jerking motion. the failure recurred sporadically. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 109,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: SUFFOLK VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1J4XS48S3WP

POWER TRAIN

transmission is acting up between 1st gear and 2nd gear sometimes it slips and when it grabs it hits hard. or when shifting from park to drive takes a couple of seconds to engage. bought the car new it only has 41,000 miles. somedays its ok someday its not.

Reported in: CHICAGO IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle began to decelerate abnormally. the contact was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for diagnostics where the technician advised that the transmission would have to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the approximate failure mileage was 90,000.

Reported in: MEMPHIS TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the transmission was slipping. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer where the dealer advised that the transmission was malfunctioning and would need to be replaced. the contact called the manufacturer regarding the transmission and they stated that they would not provide any assistance with repairing the vehicle. the failure mileage was 114,120.

Reported in: BIRMINGHAM AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

transmission was jerking and pulling real hard when changing gears. took it to nissan dealer three times and had different things checked and done (flushed, and rings changed), and it just got worse til i had to stop driving it. i am still making payments on car and can't afford to pay $3400 for transmission. car cost too much to be having problems like this so soon. please help.

Reported in: ARKADELPHIA AR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN

feels like transmission is slipping/catching when speeding up and coming to a stop. this started after about 90,000 miles or so.

Reported in: MIDDLETOWN DE || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my transmission is badly jerking and scared to drive. gear shiftting is not properly operating. *kb

Reported in: IRVING TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact took the vehicle to an independent mechanic for brake related repairs and the technician noticed that both of the motor mounts were fractured. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact planned to notify the manufacturer regarding the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 90,000.

Reported in: ORLANDO FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

while driving in first gear on light throttle, the transmission shifted from 1st gear into 2nd gear violently. nearly every time under light throttle (under normal engine operating temperature) since the first occurrence, the transmission either upshifts (1st to 2nd gear) or downshifts (3rd to 2nd gear) violently. *kb

Reported in: BEAR DE || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: BEAR DE || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that after shifting gears while driving 25 mph, the vehicle would jerk violently and suddenly accelerated. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileage was 102,000. *kb

Reported in: IRVING TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Reported in: IRVING TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

took the car to dealership and they detected that the timing chain tensioners have worn out and will need replacement. the part is made of cheap plastic and fails in 2005 maxima cars after about 65000 miles. the part cost is about $50 but the labor cost is about $1500. the process of replacing the part requires taking out the engine. this is an expensive car and a poorly designed plastic part is installed which helps control the timing chain of the engine. if the part fails eventually the engine will fail. i am disappointed that this problem showed up after my warranty has expired. this repair should be paid for by nissan and not by the customers. *kb

Reported in: AURORA IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was driving approximately 25 mph when there was an abnormal increase in engine rpms and the vehicle began to decelerate and accelerate independently. the failure recurred intermittently. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics but was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 88,000. updated 12/12/11*lj updated 12/13/11

Reported in: MARTINSBURG WV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

i am currently the original owner of a 2005 nissan maxima. much to my total shock and dismay, i recently had to replace the automatic transmission at only 98,700 miles. several weeks ago, the vehicle began to sporadically jerk harshly when advancing to first gear between 20-25 mph. this started to happen more and more frequently and at times the vehicle would hesitate right before jerking into first gear and then quickly thrust forward with revved up rpms. needless to say, i felt extremely unsafe driving the vehicle. i took my car to the service department of the nissan dealership where i purchased the vehicle. the service manager informed me that this was an increasingly common problem with 2004 & 2005 model year maximas. he said that the only remedy was to replace the transmission at a cost of approximately $4,000! i took my car to a transmission repair shop for a second opinion and was told the same thing. the mechanic confirmed that this is a major issue with maximas manufactured in those model years. i ended up taking my car back to the dealership and had them replace the transmission. i have researched this issue and have found that there are numerous complaints on various internet sites by owners of 2004 & 2005 maximas who have experienced the exact same problem with their transmission. it's clearly apparent that there is a major defect with the transmissions that were installed in 2004 & 2005 maximas. i have taken very good care of my vehicle and have kept up with regular scheduled maintenance intervals. there is no way that i should have had to replace the transmission at that mileage if it was not defective. i beseech you to recall all 2004 & 2005 maximas and fix this dangerous problem before it causes severe accidents if there have not already been. *kb

Reported in: WALDORF MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Reported in: WALDORF MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

the transmission violently shifts up and down causing the car to jerk forward at stoplights almost causing an accident, as well as slipping out of gear around 35-45 mph revving the engine then slamming into gear causing temporary loss of control, this is an extreme safety hazard. there are many others having the same problem, it is a known 2004-2006 nissan maxima problem yet nissan won't help, please help myself and other nissan owners before someone dies in an accident from a surging/slipping transmission.

Reported in: PHILADELPHIA PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

a quick check of the internet will show there are a lot of people with the same problems. hard shifts, slams, transmission "slips" in and out of gear. private industry has don the work and found the trouble is with the valve body. now make nissan pay to fix the problem.

Reported in: TRUSSVILLE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

the transmission violently shifts up and down causing the car to jerk forward when at speeds ranging from 20-40, slowing down or accelerating up almost causing an accident. as well as slipping out of gear around 35-45 mph revving the engine then slamming into gear causing temporary loss of control. this is an extreme safety hazzard. nissan maxima problem yet nissan won't help, please help myself and other nissan owners before someone dies in an accident from a surging/slipping transmission. i just want this problem to go away.

Reported in: WILKES BARRE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reported in: WILKES BARRE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Reported in: WILKES BARRE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle failed to accelerate. the contact also mentioned that the vehicle hesitated when driving in certain gears. the vehicle was taken the dealer where the dealer confirmed that the transmission needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was contacted but the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 80,000.

Reported in: GARDEN GROVE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN

severe transmission shifting issues, on moderate mileage. there are several complaints on nissan help.com. nissan isn't trying to do anything to help it's customers please look into this, please issue a recall on the 04 05 models of the maxima. this is a urgent plea for help. thank you!!!!!!!!!!

Reported in: OBERLIN LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving, the vehicle would lunge forward and the gears would slip from first to second. the contact also mentioned that in some instances the vehicle would stall without warning. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who was unable to diagnose the failure. the vin was not available. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 85,000.

Reported in: SOUTH MINNEAPOLIS MN || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

vehicle jumps violently when changing between 1st, 2nd & 3rd gears. if the engine is cool then the vehicle does not jump but once the engine is warmed up, the car is just constantly jerking. if i change gears from d to r, it takes around 5 seconds before vehicle actually kicks into gear and it jerks so hard to the point where it just make a loud noise.

Reported in: HARKER HEIGHTS TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

my vehicle has severe transmission problems. it jumps from one gear to another. during the change, which can last up to 10 seconds, the engine is at a high rpm because i am trying to accelerate. then the whole car jumps when it finally makes it into gear. this is highly alarming and dangerous. sometimes it causes a rapid deceleration or acceleration of the care, even while traveling at highway speeds. i have already flushed the transmission - but that has not fixed the problem.

Reported in: CHINO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle would violently jerk when shifting gears. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the motor mounts were repaired. the failure continued. the vehicle was taken back to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be repaired. the vehicle was not repaired. the contact also stated that the vehicle would no longer accelerate beyond 10 mph. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 85,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated the vehicle would shift gears violently. the dealer diagnosed that the vehicle needed a new transmission. the manufacturer was notified, but denied any assistance with repairing the defect. the vehicle was repaired, but the defect recurred. the failure and current mileage was 50,000.

Reported in: SPRING CITY PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E26C

POWER TRAIN

i have a problem with my maxima, my transmission is faulty, it jerks real bad from 1st to 2nd gear, and then when i am slowing down about to come to a stop it also kicks and jerks real bad. i don't know what to do since i really thought this was a reliable car for my family and now im scared everytime i drive it. i need nissan to do something about this problem. please help!

Reported in: METAIRIE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

TIRES

i'm was driving when my tire popped and my car went across all three lanes, across the median, then across three lanes of oncoming traffic into some woods and hit a tree head on. all side airbags deployed but the front on didn't, which concerns me since i hit a tree head on. the side airbags left bruises on my face and neck injuries.

Reported in: NONE NN || Crash: Y || VIN #:

AIR BAGS

Reported in: NONE NN || Crash: Y || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was attempting to accelerate from a stop but the vehicle was hesitant to move. the vehicle would shift gears inaccurately, causing the vehicle to lunge forward. the dealer repaired the defect, but the failure recurred. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 120,000 and the current mileage is 140,000. updated 12/16/11 *bf updated 12/23/11

Reported in: PAGELAND SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle would shift hard when shifting between first and second gears or when decreasing speed. neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vehicle was taken to private mechanic who informed the contact that the torque converter had failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was awaiting repairs. the current mileage was 92,400 and the approximate failure mileage was 89,000. the was unavailable.

Reported in: DENVER CO || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

my maxima shifts hard when switching into 1st to 2nd gear. it pushes the car forward when moving at slow speeds. when downshifting from 5th to 4th gear, there is a temporary "no shift" where it feels as if the car is not in a gear and the rpm drops low. when putting the car directly into "drive", it takes the vehicle 3-5 seconds to switch into gear. when it switches into "drive", you can feel it push the car when your foot is on the brake. if you push the gas when it completely does not shift, the transmission will clunk and jerk the car forward. recently at 126,000 miles, the car is switching gears more freely than normal, constantly switching back and forth between 4th and 5th gear. when going around corners at a faster speed, the transmission will slip, losing power to the car and jerking back into gear. sometimes while driving, the car will come out of gear and go right back in. the transmission in the 2004-2005 maximas are obviously faulty. also, when pushing the gas, there is a delay on moving forward and results in a harder push forward.

Reported in: NETCONG NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 10-20 mph, the transmission began to jerk and shift out of gear with severe hesitation. the transmission malfunction progressed over a period of time. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. the technician recommended the transmission be replaced. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 61,000.

Reported in: GROTON CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

STRUCTURE

passenger front floor pan has about a 11 inch rusted out spot. you can see the interior sound barrier from under the car on the passenger side, under the front door area.

Reported in: AVON IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN

transmission will jerk out of gear from shifting first and second gear.

Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the transmission failed. the transmission would downshift at low speeds and hesitate when accelerating. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 76,000 and the current mileage was 82,000.

Reported in: BATON ROUGE LA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

transmission failed at 49000 miles on a new preowned vehicle purchased one month earlier. drove the car for almost one year to the date, and now experiencing transmission problems again. dealer suggest new transmission. this will make three transmissions for a car with only 75000 miles.....not to mention two cracked engine mounts, front suspension work and needs a new timing belt all within 1 year of owning. this is suppose to be a pre-certified car!!!

Reported in: FONTANA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle would jerk abnormally when accelerating from a complete stop. the failure would become more severe when the engine had been running for a prolonged period of time. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer but they were unable to diagnose the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 91,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: LAKEWOOD CO || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

slight hesitation when put in d or r then hard jerk and clunking sound when goes into gear. has a hard jerking when slowing down and down shifting. will slip in and out of gear while going down the road. rpm's will rev up to 6000-7000 before shifting into gear. this mainly happens when car is warmed up. but goes in and out of gear between 20-40 mph.

Reported in: STEENS MS || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 15 mph, the contact depressed the accelerator pedal but the gear slipped as the vehicle downshifted before suddenly accelerating. the vehicle would also jerk forward. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the technician was unable to diagnose a failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 110,000. updated 02/01/12*lj updated 02/08/12

Reported in: STATEN ISLAND NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i was told by the dealer mechanic that i am having problems with my timing chain tightener. this problem was first diagnosed more than a year ago, and i was told that the sound it was making would worsen with time, and that i should get it replaced before it fails completely. the mechanic told me he feels a recall should have been placed on this part, but so far no such recall has been made. the internet is rife with similar stories, and the gentleman in line in front of me had the same diagnosis.

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

at 57,000 miles, transmission began shifting extremely hard (jerks) and erratically (cannot predict) when up shifting and down shifting between 1st and 3rd gears. very nerve-racking to operate the vehicle whenever in slow moving or stop-n-go traffic. had to maintain very large gap (wider than normal) with vehicles in front to avoid collisions. paid nissan dealership $3,300 for repair. nissan does not attempt to repair the transmission, it is simply replaced with a "��nissan factory certified reconditioned" transmission, that only comes with a 1 year warranty. not much of a warranty for a "��certified reconditioned" transmission costing $3,300! powertrain had a 5 year/60,000 mile warranty, transmission failed at 57,000 miles, but vehicle was over 5 years old. the fact the nissan dealership did not have to order the replacement transmission(had it in stock), tells me this is a very common issue and repair! the component that fails on thousands of vehicles is the transmission valve body. countless blogs on internet about this very issue. since 2006, the nissan maxima have cvt (no shift) transmission. the faulty transmission also caused damage to two out of the three motor mounts, which will cost another $800-$1,000 when repaired. contacted the north american nissan motor corporation, consumer affairs division in franklin tennessee hoping they would meet me "��somewhere in the middle" to cover part of the repair expense. they told me that the car was out of warranty and they were not going to do anything or help me out. everyone familiar with this issue knows the nissan motor corporation has known about the inferior transmissions, but yet, failed to do anything for the consumer by way of a "��factory recall." i have been a long-time nissan car owner, going back to the datsun years, and i can tell you this, this will be the last nissan i will ever own!

Reported in: LAS VEGAS NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

i like many others am having the exact transmission "slipping, jerking" problems between 2nd and 3rd gear. the rpm's just jump right up under acceleration, the transmission slips then catches causing a jerking, lurching forward action. it is very dangerous especially coming on to a major highway. because of this i will not let my wife and children drive in the car. we cannot afford the quoted $3500 to $4000 to replace the transmission. nor do we feel as if we should have to. we have owned this car since new. it has been very reliable but this is absurd. nissan needs to recall this model year and replace with corrected transmission before someone gets killed. or is that what it's going to take to get them to acknowledge the problem. *kb

Reported in: NORTON MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Reported in: NORTON MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated the vehicle would jerk when shifting from first to second gear. the vehicle would also jerk while driving at various speeds. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer to have the failure diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 68,000.

Reported in: FREDERICKSBURG VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

at 72k my auto transmission is failing, jerking, bucking and slipping. i've found a service bulletin about this issue and see literally thousands of maxima owners in the same boat, right around the same mileage. my car isn't in warranty and i will be going this weekend to have this problem confirmed. it appears there is a defect in this year car transmission, but nissan will not "man up". i have read some complaints where customers have gotten nissan to pay for their transmission repair..doesn't that indicate some "guilt"? i have no idea how i will replace my transmission, im a single parent, fighting to keep my house and help my daughter thru college. this needs an investigation and possible recall. i read one account where a woman's transmission went out on a busy road and her 2 small children were in the car.

Reported in: RALEIGH NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle began to jerk while driving 60 mph. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the front engine mounts were replaced. the failure continued. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer and the contact was advised to replace the transmission. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 38,000.

Reported in: BALDWIN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

i have a 2005 nissan maxima with 105000 miles on it. the transmission shift hard from 1st to 2nd. also fails to shift into reverse from drive. down shifts from 3rd to 2nd are extremely hard. you have to drive slow to keep from breaking something. this all a cures when the transmission is hot. i have drained and replaced the fluid six times. you can only replace 4.5 quarts each time. i also had the coolant system professionally flushed. i still have the same.

Reported in: MASSILLON OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN

while traveling at highway speeds the transmission (automatic) abruptly changed gears into neutral for several seconds and then abruptly went back into gear. this rapid transition between powered and unpowered condition caused the front wheel drive car to swerve abruptly from torque steer.subsequent to this initial event the transmission continued to change gears into and out of drive or fail to engage gears as it changes between gears. on taking this to the dealer they stated the controller needed to be updated and performed this service. approximately one week after this service the transmission again started randomly changing from a powered condition to neutral at highway and other speeds. the car is currently undrivable due to the torque steer caused by the abrupt changes in the transmission making it unsafe to travel at other then slow speeds.

Reported in: EWA BEACH HI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle would stall between shifting gears. the contact called the dealer regarding the failure and was advised by the dealer that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 110,000.

Reported in: HIGHLAND CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN

engine would rev high then bang into gear. took to aamco/ dealer neither could duplicate. dealer changed trans fluid. this helped for 5 days. @104,000 miles trans is slipping aggressively and banging into gear.

Reported in: BELAIR MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

bought car brand new 9/2005. car was serviced multiple times and even a nissan engineer tested steering and suspension. when speed is at 60 mpr, steering wheel shakes. new tires were put on by dealership several times, also. engineer stated that car was supposed to do that. well now my car's transmission is acting up. please note that steering wheel still shakes, too. i did a google search and see that numerous people are having the same issue. this car has to be a lemon. i will be contacting nissan north america to file a complaint also and request that they repair my car.

Reported in: CHARLOTTE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

STEERING

Reported in: CHARLOTTE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: CHARLOTTE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

STEERING

Reported in: CHARLOTTE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: CHARLOTTE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle would jerk violently when shifting from first to second gear or when shifting from park to drive. in addition, the vehicle would stall intermittently. the dealer was unable to duplicate the failure. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who replaced the transmission. the current mileage was 102,000 and the failure mileage was 75,000.

Reported in: MESA AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN

i own a 2005 nissan maxima sl. at about 65000 miles i started to experience problems with my transmission. when changing the gear from park to drive the car would violently kick back and forth. the same would occur when ever the car transitioned between the 5 gears. i have researched this transmission problem online and have also surveyed many local mechanics. i have learned that this is a recurring problem with the 2005 year model. on websites such as "safecar.gov" there are over 300 complaints reported about the same exact issue. i took the car to my local nissan dealer and they suggested that i contact nissan headquarters to help find a solution.

Reported in: NEW YORK NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

my car is a used 2005 nissan maxima se 4 door and i have around 139,139 miles on the car. i got the car in march of 2011 and after two months the car started jerking. the jerking happens when i put my car from park to reverse or when i'm driving the car slips from the 1-2nd gear and causes a huge jerk like the car is getting rear ended. from some extended web searching i see that this is not only going on in my car but this seems like a recall on this vehicle would be necessary.

Reported in: ZION IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

STRUCTURE:BODY

i have an 2005 model year maxima (built in mid 2004) with floor boards are rotted out and need replacing, issue was found about 5000 miles after the extended warranty expired however the dealer would not honor anything even though the rot was significant and clearly had been happening for many months. i drive over 2500 miles per month and its clear it was failed before the warranty ended. this amount of corrosion should not be happening on a car that was only 5 years old and dealer maintained. i should add that the car was brought to the dealer at 98,000 miles for a complete tune up with the express reason of making sure everything was good before the warranty ended. i had patches replaced under the passenger side after the dealer would not honor anything. the car now has 134,000 miles on it and is going in next week to have new floor pans welded in. very disappointed. i may live in the north east but i've never had a car rot out like this and have zero body rot, just the floor boards....

Reported in: UXBRIDGE MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i own a 2005 nissan maxima which i absolutely love! but about two months ago i started to experience problems with the transmission. after the car was warmed up and i have been driving it for about 20 min.s or so the transmission would act up when i was between 2 and 3 rpms and would either rev the engine or take about 5 to 10 seconds before shifting gears with a rough clunk noise and a hard jerk. the same thing happens when i go from drive to reverse it would take a while and then make a rough jerk before changing gears. i feel this is a safety hazard because you never know when the car will accelerate on its own or thrust into another car when changing gears abruptly.

Reported in: TAMPA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: TAMPA FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that when shifting from first to second gear, the vehicle would jerk violently. in addition, when shifting to fifth gear, the shifter became stuck. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where they advised the contact that the transmission would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 65,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: EXPORT PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while attempting to shift into second gear, the contact heard a loud knocking noise. also when she attempted to shift between gears the vehicle would stall. the dealer advised the contact to bring the vehicle in for diagnostic testing. the manufacturer had not been notified. no repairs were performed. the current mileage was 130,000 and the failure mileage was 110,000.

Reported in: GRANITE FALLS NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

accelerating from a stop the transmission will violently jerk when shifting from first to second gear. in addition, slowing the vehicle down to a stop the transmission jerks violently changing gears from first to second. shifting from park to drive the transmission will not engage immediately and after approximately 7 to 10 seconds the vehicle lunges as the transmission finally engages. the problems occur after the vehicle has been driven for several miles and the engine is warm. this problem presented itself just after 60,000 miles. searching the internet reveals hundreds of other owners experiencing the same hazardous problem.

Reported in: BURBANK CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that when shifting gears from park to reverse, and when driving approximately 30 mph or less, the vehicle would jerk hard. the vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic and they were unable to diagnose the failure but after test driving the vehicle, the mechanic advised the contact that the transmission was defective. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer had not been contacted. the failure mileage was approximately 140,000.

Reported in: SPEENS MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

i was driving in 40's and suddenly my transmission gets stuck. it wont go down or up.and sudddenly when it does it gives me a huge jerk. this can be a dangerous problem which can cause serious accidents. looking at all the forums in the internet seems like almost all the nissan users of (2004 to 2006) are facing the same problem. there has to some kind of recall that all these customers have to get.

Reported in: HENRICO VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reported in: HENRICO VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 20 mph, the transmission failed to shift properly with extreme hesitation. the failure recurred intermittently. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed the contact that the valve body and solenoid would need to be replaced within the transmission. the manufacturer was not made aware of the defect. the vehicle was repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 95,000.

Reported in: HENAGAR AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving 40 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. after restarting the vehicle, the check engine warning light was illuminated. in addition, while attempting to shift between first and second gears, the contact heard a loud clunking noise and the vehicle would violently jerk. the contact was awaiting a service appointment with the dealer. the manufacturer did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was no longer under warranty. the current mileage was 92,000 and the failure mileage was 91,700.

Reported in: ACWORTH GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while shifting gears, there would be a five second delay before the vehicle actually shifted into the selected gear. the contact also stated that the vehicle would violently jerk while driving 25 to 30 mph. there would also be an increase in the engine rpms. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and they were unable to diagnose the failure. the manufacturer had not been notified. the failure mileage was unknown and the current mileage was approximately 93,000.

Reported in: STAFFORD VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact attempted to accelerate from a complete stop but the vehicle would not accelerate. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing where the mechanic advised the contact that the transmission would have to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 99,200.

Reported in: PLAINVIEW NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

my 2005 nissan maxima (build date of 08/04) has 77000 miles and has started showing signs of what may be serious transmission problems that include the following: 1. takes about 5 seconds to click into gear after the shift lever is put in "d" 2. very hard jerky shifts between 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 1st and accompanied by loud clunking noise. 3. transmission slips out of gear during regular driving allowing the engine to rev freely then jerking back into gear with a loud clunk. then followed by a burnt oil / electrical type smell that gets inside the car and evident outside after stopping. 4. engine mounts have been replaced due to this problem and nissan dealer refuse to help knowing this problem occurs with their maxima. *kb

Reported in: CHANDLER AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: CHANDLER AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reported in: CHANDLER AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN

vehicle fails to shift form 1st to 2nd gear smoothly sometime jerks sometime revs rpms until reaches gear. also has problems shifting from park to 1st and reverse to 1st - extreme jerking.

Reported in: DESERT HOT SPRINGS CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle began to jerk while driving approximately 35 mph. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for a diagnostic test and the technician stated that the transmission would have to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 79,000.

Reported in: HAVERHILL FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

a couple of months ago, my 2005 nissan maxima began having transmission problems. when beginning to drive, the vehicle will jerk when it reaches 2 and 3 rpms and rev the engine. before it resumes "normal" drive, it will jerk again and make a loud clunking noise. this also happens when attempting to put the car into reverse. i was told today by the local nissan dealership that the transmission must be replaced costing approximately $3300.00! the dealership never informed me of these issues, even after a transmission flush and a courtesy check when i first brought the car to them several weeks ago. i am shocked and disturbed after reading how many other nissan maxima owners are having the exact same problem i am having. how many complaints must there be for a resolution if each person is having the same problem?!

Reported in: HUNTSVILLE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reported in: HUNTSVILLE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Reported in: HUNTSVILLE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 5 mph with the brake pedal engaged, the vehicle jerked from first to second gear. the vehicle also hesitated to accelerate when pressure was applied to the accelerator pedal. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, where they stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 92,000 and the current mileage was 93,000.

Reported in: WOODBRIDGE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

my problem began in april 2011 and continue still. my car was shifting hard and jumping in and out of gear. i took it in to ray brandt nissan and was told the motor mounts were broken and this was the problem causing the transmission to bump. as my vehicle warranty was approaching expiration i had it serviced to make sure things were in order. anyway, just 2 weeks ago (mid january 2012) i took my car in for transmission service. when i got my car back the transmission slipping started again and this time it is happening more often. i will be going down the road and all of a sudden the transmission winds like it was put in neutral and the bumps into gear giving me a whiplash effect (did i mention i suffer with neck pain). i am now really afraid to drive this car as it may shift into neutral while i am passing someone or crossing traffic and the result could be fatal. with all of the complaints made, i sure hope someone will come to our aid and have this problem recalled. i called the nissan complaint division and they said since they did not actually work on the transmission, they could not help me in any way. in other words, give me your money and forget you. it is sad when you buy a vehicle and pay alot for it thinking you will have dependable transportation you get screwed so badly. i will never buy another nissan again and will pass the word on to as many people as possible. p.s. i have owned toyota's in the past and they always stand behind you and help as much as they can. please help!!!!

Reported in: WESTWEGO LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle jerked while shifting from first into second gear and hesitated to accelerate from complete stops. the contact also stated that the vehicle would stall intermittently. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the failure mileage was 212,000.

Reported in: FRANKLIN GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was driving approximately 20 mph and attempted to accelerate when the vehicle began to jerk abnormally. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. the approximate failure mileage was 71,000.

Reported in: KILLEEN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN

car has been indicating a problem for two years started off with a few. drops of trani fluid on driveway..to burning smell,noise while in reverse,clacking noises..replaced mounts burnt oil..now hard shifting from park to reverse to drive. car hesitates before shifting car has 59000 miles had 31000 when problems started car has been in service at a nissan certified dealer they fix everything except the problem.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while parked, the contact placed the gear shifter into drive when the vehicle suddenly jerked forward and exhibited a delayed response. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the approximate failure mileage was 80,000.

Reported in: NATICK MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i bought my 2005 nissan maxima se used and it ran fine a first, but within 2 months the transmission began acting up by jerking, hard shifting and hi engine rev's. i took it to the nissan dealer and they blame everything else except the transmission. they said it was the motor mounts, but they were new then it was this sensor and that sensor, the dog, the cat anything but the transmission. the dealer gave me a powertrain warranty when i bought the car so i took it to nissan to do a transmission swap while i had the car there getting some other work done. since it was another warranty company other than nissan, they tried to milk the warranty company with parts thrown at it while my car was there. the service manager said that broken subharness caused the problem. with the subharness repaired it did not fix the problem. next he called and said i had a bad vias solenoid was the problem and that would fix it. he called back the next day and said "well your car is still stuck in 4th gear and i would like to try something else. i told him no since the warranty company had called me and telling me what nissan had told them and i was being to another story. they told me to take it to a transmission shop from the nissan stealership since nissan was playing us both. the car had become a hazard to drive because it stalled in the middle of shifts and it was hard to predict what it would do next. the car worked fine as long as the transmission was cold, but when it warmed up it was hard jerk and shift city. i nick named the car mule kick since it kicked like a mule. i paid the stealership for the work done i but didn't want to since they didn't fix it and it left on a tow truck. nissan will blame your grandma for the problem before they say it is their transmissions.. these cars need to be recalled and as for this nissan stealership i would not buy a .50 sugar cookie from them.

Reported in: WICHITA KS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

having problems with the transmission. it continues to jerk when shifting from gear to gear. it also slows down and has no acceleration.

Reported in: KNIGHTDALE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

having problems with the transmission. it continues to jerk when shifting from gear to gear. it also slows down and has no acceleration.

Reported in: KNIGHTDALE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle would jerk forward when attempting to up shift. in addition, when the contact would depress the accelerator pedal, the vehicle would hesitate to move and would jerk violently when the contact would lift his foot from the accelerator pedal. the dealer attempted to repair the failure by flushing the transmission, but the failure persisted. the manufacturer was notified of the failure but denied any assistance with repairs to the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 98,000 and the current mileage was 110,000.

Reported in: KNIGHTDALE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

while driving at speeds under 55 and above my abs motor engages and pumps causing car to handle strange with out brakes being pressed at all , it is sporadic when doing so while driving. all of this is on 4 tires with good even pressure and on perfectly dry level asphalt . the abs also engages while attempting to brake with a noticeable amount of pedal fade and flutter on perfectly dry asphalt with undesired stopping distances, such as rolling thru stop signs. never has a warning light or any check light, light up during the incidents. here is a link to consumer complaints of many other maxima owners that have had same problems with there brakes .http://www.aboutautomobile.com/complaint/2006/nissan/maxima/anti-lock+braking+system+%28abs%29. this is a serious safety issue due to the diminished braking ability. i have owned gm , ford, chrysler ,honda, toyotas, and never seen brakes this bad the gm i had that would activate abs gm did the right thing and recalled them and fixed it which is what nissan should have to do as well. i called the local nissan dealer and told them what was going on and they said it was common and acted like it was no big deal and told me i could bring it in have them look at it and replace sensors , i feel like they should have to eat all costs incurred being as it is a blatant design flaw highly common and highly dangerous!!! thank you ..

Reported in: CORRY PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

i bought this vehicle used with and it started jerking 2 months later. it has gotten to be really bad now! and very dangerous. i have read many many many people with the same problem. i dont want money or a new car, i just want my car fixed. bad transmission.

Reported in: JONESBORO AR || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Reported in: JONESBORO AR || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was shifting from reverse to drive when the vehicle jerked froward abnormally. the failure only occurred when the vehicle was driven for a long period of time. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic s where the technician advised that the motor mounts would have to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired but the failure continued. the vehicle was not further repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 82,000.

Reported in: CEDAR HILL TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

just bought a 2005 nissan maxima 2 weeks ago (2/28/12). after noticing the jerks when it shifts into lower gears i decided to google maxima transmission problems and thousands of maxima owners are going through this same issue. obviously this is a defect and should be nissan's responsibility to fix!!! what is it going to take before a recall is issued???? please someone help!!!!!

Reported in: PRIDE LA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i notice alot of the 2004 2005 2006 nissan maxima are having problems with the transmissions. i was wondering why nissan was not calling for a recall of this, they need to.

Reported in: VACHERIE LA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E556

POWER TRAIN

when transmission shifts between 1st and 2nd gear or from drive to reverse, there is sometimes a hesitation and then a violent jerk when the transmission seems to catch up to the engine. i was advised to have the transmission flushed and filled and this should correct the problem, after doing so, this problem went away for a couple of weeks and is now back and happening more frequently.

Reported in: DOUGLASVILLE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

i have a 2005 maxima and i am having very bad transmission issues. when i take off it jerks real bad between 1st and 2nd gear and then when i am slowing down about to come to a stop it also kicks and jerks real bad when it gears down to 1st and 2nd and sometimes it just wont go at all..and then when i sit there a min and put my car from park to drive it hesitates for atleast 7 to 10 secs. and then jumps real bad and then goes into drive.it usually does all this when the car is hot. i bought my maxima 18 months back, used. i started noticing this about 8 months back when there was a very evident lag in shifting and then only during park<>reverse<>drive. this was at around 95,000 miles and when i bought it had 87,000. now it has become worse to a point where it is very unsafe to drive. we have a 2 yr old daughter who always has to be transported to day care and home in this car. now i am unable to sell it because no body would pay even 25% of what i bought the car for and we are left with no choice but to drive this until it fails even though it is very dangerous to drive this car. please have nissan help me fix this car or better recall these transmissions. please please please help fix my car. thanks.

Reported in: MCKINNEY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

the transmission is slipping, kicking, jerking, and hardshifting from gear to gear. additionally, the transmission hesitates and then jumps into gear. *js

Reported in: SPRING TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle would lunge abnormally when shifting gears. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was awaiting diagnosis of the failure. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 88,000.

Reported in: CHESTER SPRINGS PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

transmission started slipping, took in for diagnostic was told need new transmission and catalytic converter. read up on the issues and this has been a reported problem for 1000's of maximas. after some research, discovered a class action lawsuit has been filed for same problem as well. *kb

Reported in: AVONDALE, AZ || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i am told that i am experiencing problems with my transmission and engine. after careful research, and two mechanic opinions it has been told to me that nissan knew that they had problems with this model of maxima and has not owned up to this problem. neither have they recalled or trying right their wrong. these items are the life of the car. i have also checked the reviews on edmunds.com and there are several owners of this same car that have had the same issues and complaints. i would like to know what measures can be taken against nissan for them own up to these defective components. it will hurt them in the long run if they do not. i will certainly make sure that the world knows about this and do not even attempt to purchase a nissan. i only wish i had done this before i purchased this car.

Reported in: BUFORD GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: BUFORD GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was driving 35 mph when there was an increase in the engine rpms and the vehicle switched gears without warning. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the dealer stated that the transmission and motor mounts needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was not notified. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 109,798 and the current mileage was 109,993.

Reported in: ADDISON IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle jerked while changing gears. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they were unable to diagnose the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 96,000.

Reported in: FLORENCE SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

transmission jumps and skips around 30 -45 mph when hot does not won't to drive at all. at the start u put in drive it doesn't do anything the sharply jumps into gear.

Reported in: AGAWAM MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

i recently purchased an 05 maxima with 107,000 miles on it. the next day i heard a loud ticking from engine. my tensioners are failing an estimated $2000 repair. in the same day upon acceleration my wheel jerked violently, a sign of a failing transmission. $3000+ this is ridiculous. this is absolutely criminal that a recall has not been initiated by nissan.this is a problem for thousands of people, and a severe risk to the safety of the driver. i will be contacting every available newspaper and news agency in my area and will try to contact national news agencies this is absolutely atrocious. i beg other nissan owners to make this a problem for nissan that wont go away until proper actions are taken.

Reported in: DILLSBORO IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

STEERING

Reported in: DILLSBORO IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: DILLSBORO IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

transmission went out. online there were a bunch of issues and lot of the transmission shops said they always replace nissan transmissions from this specific model. so i decided to write on here and see.

Reported in: BAY MINETTE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN

started out jerking hard when going from reverse to drive, began to hesitate between gear changes, and eventually shake. took it to mechanic and was told the transmission needed rebuilt as well as the motor mounts needed to be replaced because of transmission issue. did online research and discovered more incidents of the same thing and that it is a bad valve body. contacted nissan and was directed to a dealer that gave me the run around and when that didn't work refused to see my car because it has 102k miles and they only see cars with 100k or less.

Reported in: CLERMONT FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

began experiencing issue with the transmission at about 75,000 miles. first noticed that when shifting from park into reverse or drive there was a lag of a few seconds and then a noticable surge into gear. then noticed an occasional (non-driver created) revving of rpms in between gears 1 and 2 and from 2 to 3. the transmission doen't appear to know which gear to engage to. these symptoms progressed over time until i satarted experiencing heavy impact like shifts between gears while in motion. the transmission will get suspended in between gears which causes an overly rapid increase in rpm's from 2000-22000 to well above 4500 until i can remove my foot from the gas (this is not from aggressive accelerator manipulation by the driver but an abnormal increase in rpm's from the transmission gear issues). i have noticed the rpm's are not stable when idling (often idles higher than normal) or with no accelerator pressure as well. took the car to a repair shop and they pulled the codes from the computer which indicated the transmission was begining to fail. the flushed/replaced the transmission fluid and indicated it could be weeks, months or "maybe" longer but the transmission will ultimately fail. online research indicates the transmission valve body is the culprit but also the ecm and transmission grounding are also probable contributors. due to the violent nature on the transmission issues it sounds as though the engine mounts may be cracked as well. this is clearly a manufacturing fault, provides a dangerous situation for the operator, passenger and other drivers. i am surprised that there have not been accidents associated with this due to the instability of the transmission and rpm issues and believe this should be considered for recall.

Reported in: BOTHELL WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

i drive a 2005 nissian maxima and about 5 months ago my car started jerking and hard shifts and then not shifting at all. i have only had this car for about 4 years and when i purchased it i was under the impression it was a good car. i have treat this car like a baby. now i have it in the shop and i'm look at a $3,000 dollar bill to have my car repaired. i'm making a car payment on something i can't even drive. spoke with the dealership and nissian and they say it's nothing they can do. it no longer under warranty. so i'm stuck. i have seen were nissian has had a lot of problems with the 04-05 transmissions and has done nothing about it. *js

Reported in: FESTUS MO || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was driving 25 mph when the vehicle started jerking and knocking, causing the transmission to seize. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who completed a transmission flush but the transmission continued to fail. the dealer inspected the vehicle a second time and advised that the transmission would need to be replaced. there were no recalls for the failure. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 103,000 and the current mileage was 104,000.

Reported in: CLINTON MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

when i am at a stop and get ready to accelerate the car jerks and sometime does not want to move ....or moves slowly and the engine begins to rev up. it also has issues with stalling and downshifting when driving. *js

Reported in: NORTHPORT AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving 25 mph, the contact noticed that the vehicle would jerk forward and if driven over 25 mph the vehicle would not shift into the next gear. the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic, where the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. no repairs had been performed on the vehicle. the failure mileage was 55,000 and the current mileage was 75,000.

Reported in: FESTUS MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima se. the contact stated the transmission jerked and popped while driving 35 mph. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that they could not duplicate the failure. they were unable to diagnose a failure, but the motor mounts were replaced. the failure continued. the vehicle was not taken back to the dealer, but the contact planned on taking it to an independent transmission shop for further examination. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 95,000 and the current mileage was 116,800.

Reported in: MT. JULIET TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

with only 64,000 miles on a 2005 maxima the transmission started to shift hard from 1st to 2nd. the transmission would slip while shifting into subsequent gears causing the engine to race +/- 2000rpm until fully engaged. the car was driven directly to the dealer a distance of approx 6 miles. the service department stated that the transmission needed to be replaced with a cost estimate of $4500. it appears that there have been numerous complaints about this transmission. the owner contacted nissan customer support is waiting for a return call. *js

Reported in: MARIETTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

when my nissan shifts from first to second the engine races and no increase in speed. when it shifts from third to fourth gear there is a hard shift and jerking. when you come to a complete stop the car will not shift and the engine just races.

Reported in: FESTUS MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

time: 1630 hrs; place: arlington, tx; temp: 90 degrees; traffic stop and go for an hour on highway 121. after continuous depression of the clutch to drive vehicle in traffic at less than 5 mph the clutch resistance fell to nothing and the clutch pedal stayed to the floor. i was able to make my way out of the congested traffic using 5th and 6th gear while trying to avoid all stops. i was able to make it to a convenience store and after 30 minutes there was barely enough clutch pressure to put my vehicle in gear to get back on the highway to drive home. at my exit again i had no clutch pressure and had to pull into another convenience store. i called for a tow truck and after waiting for 20 minutes the was clutch pressure to drive home, only 1 mile away. i cancelled the tow. this morning i now have full pressure and the vehicle drives like normal. i have researched the internet and found other nissan maxima's and altima's with the same exact problem. this is not a one vehicle incident!!! there is definitely something wrong with the clutch system in hot weather, stop and go traffic. this situation needs to be looked at.

Reported in: DENTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle violently jerked when shifting gears and when decelerating. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer and the contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the contact also stated that the transmission was previously replaced once under warranty. the failure mileage was 78,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

car clunks going into reverse at times and slips gears often. *js

Reported in: WORCESTER MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the transmission failed and would cause the vehicle to jerk violently. the failure was so severe that when shifting gears, the contact believed that the vehicle was crashed into from the rear. the contact took the vehicle to a mechanic and was advised that the transmission gears were destroyed. the failure mileage was 94,000 and the current mileage was 96,000.

Reported in: BOLLING GREEN KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 15 mph, the check engine and slip lights illuminated on the instrument panel. the vehicle proceeded to stall. the contact was able to restart the vehicle and noticed that it jerked while shifting into first gear. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, where they stated that the transmission failed. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileages were 103,000.

Reported in: BELLWOOD IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was driving under 40 mph when the vehicle failed to shift gears properly. the check engine warning light illuminated prior to the failure. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the dealer stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was not notified. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 49,290 and the current mileage was 49,340.

Reported in: CORONA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

transmission started to fell slipping at 60,000 miles. slipping and shifting hard progressing from bad to worse until the transmission stop completely. i called nissan they said there were no recalls on this issue. even though there are hundreds if not thousands of complaints of peoples who are having very similar issues with this year and model car. this has been a nightmare for me ( a person on disability) i need help!

Reported in: AURORA CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

when accelerating the car jerks/shifts very hard and when slowing down the shifting is very harsh to the point that it will shut off in the middle of traffic. the transmission specialist says that we need a new transmission, however, there seems to be a manufacturer defect. any transmission that comes from the nissan dealership will eventually result in the same safety hazard. when i researched the problem, there are numerous complaints filed with the nissan corporation, yet they refuse to recall or take responsibility for this problem that can lead to serious injury/accident or even death.

Reported in: SAVANNAH GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA1E95C8

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle began to jerk when shifting gears. the failure occurred while driving at various speeds. the failure was not diagnosed nor was the vehicle repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 71,000.

Reported in: HILLBURN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

transmission problems started around 98k. i have been told by a transmission shop that it needs to be replaced or rebuilt.

Reported in: DURHAM NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

SUSPENSION

i have had my 2005 nissan maxima for almost 3 years. purchased it from used car dealership. the first year i had it, i had to get a transmission. i purchased a transmission for about 3000, and still having the same problem as before. the car is really nice except for the transmission. i found out i am not the only one complaining. i had taken it to several transmission places for them to look at it, but they all say these cars have that problem, and they think it should be a recall on these vehicle for that reason. please help. i do not want to purchase another car, but i have to have transportation.

Reported in: QUINCY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: QUINCY FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

ENGINE

1. takes about 5 seconds to click into gear after the shift lever is put in "d" 2. very hard jerky shifts between 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 1st and accompanied by loud clunking noise. 3. transmission slips out of gear during regular driving allowing the engine to rev freely then jerking back into gear with a loud clunk. the is followed by a burnt oil / electrical type smell that gets inside the car and evident outside after stopping.

Reported in: WESTBURY NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: WESTBURY NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

my car has a shifting problem. it shifts very hard between 1 and 2 gear. it will also rev to high rpm when going down hills. this has been going on for years. last year i took it to a nissan mechanic and had the motor mounts replaced and that helped some, but the car still shifts very hard and bucks like a bronco. i only have 123000 miles on it and it should not be acting like this. i've read many complaints on this year model and all the issues people are having with their transmissions. i thought maybe i just got a lemon, but it seems there was a lot of lemons in this model and year car.

Reported in: POWDER SPRINGS GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle would not accelerate. the vehicle would jerk when the gear shift was moved. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing and the technician stated the valve cover body had to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired; however, the failure continued. there were no further repairs performed. the approximate failure mileage was 87,000.

Reported in: LORIS SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E24C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the shifter gear would not shift out of neutral. the contact had to shut the engine off for a moment to be able to shift the gear selector into drive. the vehicle was taken to the dealer but a diagnostic was not performed. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and suggesting they buy the vehicle back. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileage was 113,000.

Reported in: MONTGOMERY AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

SERVICE BRAKES

the vehicle has had multiple incidents with the abs system. from what i have read, this is a known issue with a service record and a repair of over $2000 yet nissan refuses to cover the repair or recall the vehicle. the first incident in my vehicle occurred in october 2011. it has since had the same issue three times. the car pulls when braking, makes a loud noise and is difficult to drive and brake.

Reported in: HUNTINGDON VALLEY PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN

i bought a 2005 nissan maxima about a year ago and the past couple of months (just right over 100k miles), i have noticed major jerking and pulling while driving or shifting gears. it is an automatic, but when i start to go, it takes it a few seconds to get in gear and jerks. i have heard many others have the same issue with 2004-2005 models. are there any recalls as of yet? i have always heard great things about maximas and do not want to have to replace my transmission, especially this early on! please help! thank you!

Reported in: KINGSTON TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

Reported in: KINGSTON TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

transmission jerked hard and car turned off. the tranny no longer engages into drive and literally jumps into reverse.

Reported in: SAN FRANCISCO CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

slam shifting into reverse and drive, intermittent rev limitations, high revs with no transmission engagement, stall & rough idle, feels like someone slams into the back of me when i come to a stop, car revs up and then hard jerks forward very dangerous to drive, nissan refuses to acknowledge there is a problem with the cvt transmission and someone is going to be killed.

Reported in: LAKESIDE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated the transmission failed in second gear. whenever the vehicle was shifted from second to first gear, there was a loud noise before shifting. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who inspected the failure and advised that the transmission needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was also contacted who advised that a regional representative would be contacted for further assistance. the vehicle was not repaired.the failure mileage was 100,000.

Reported in: ENGLISH TOWN NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN

i bought this 2005 maxima used and not long after i bought it, the transmission would lag in the shifting then when it shifted into gear it would lurch. (feels like being kicked by a mule.) it happens on & off but has become more frequent especially in bumper to bumper traffic. there's also a foul smell noted when this happens like rotten eggs. i read reviews that confirmed my suspicions about the transmission. of course every time it has been checked out it wouldn't do it, and no computer check showed anything. nissan is aware of this problem, there really needs to be a recall on these transmission never buy another nissan again, and that's just sad because that's all i have ever owned.

Reported in: MACON GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

my automatic transmission is slipping both in lower gears and at times, at acceleration. additionally, i put the car in reverse to back out of my driveway. when i put the car in drive, it takes a couple of seconds to go into drive, but then jumps hard into gear. so hard like i've been hit. luckily i don't live on a busy street. this is dangerous and from my research many 2005 nissan maxima owners are having the same problems. i just started research after learning that a friend of my daughter's whose parent owns a 2005 maxima is having the same problems. this should be a recall. *jb

Reported in: SILVER SPRING MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

while entering highway from side road, transmission halted as though stuck in overdrive. i accelerated, but the engine just would not go. a truck had to brake hard to avoid collision. after a few seconds the car started to accelerate like a standard transmission had bee started in 4th or 5th gear. i have gone online to forums to see that nissan has been having this same problem for sometime. these cars need to be recalled to check for this latent defect that can result in someone getting killed.

Reported in: LONGWOOD FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA415C87

POWER TRAIN

my 2005 nissan maxima's automatic transmission is jerking when shifting into reverse. the transmission also is not switching to the proper gear when going from a stopped to an accelerated movement.

Reported in: BATON ROUGE LA || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

my 2005 nissan is jerking dangerously while shifting from 1st to 2nd gear. almost caused an accident with my children in the car. nissan knew about this problem when i bought the car less than a year ago and chose not to inform me just to make a sell. i believe that the tranny is defected and should be recalled and nissan seems to refuse to help with this problem. i am concerned for my safety and spent 12,000 on the car now they are asking me to pay 4500 for the tranny. if this was told to me that this was a problem when the car was bought i would have went and brought a honda instead. rip off and danger alert to anyone that own this model vehicle. *tt

Reported in: ANNAPOLIS MD || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

vehicle started shaking/jerking when pressing breaks for a red light, continued shaking/jerking as i was pressing on the break. shaking and loud noise when car is turned on, jerking of gears as i am driving on freeway, seems to jump gears and takes a long time to catch itself on automatic gear changes. have had this car since brand new and has given all kids of problems. for the last few years i've invested too much on repairs and replacement of parts that had no reason to fail. i expected this car to be a dependable and reliable vehicle based on the reputation of the maker. love the internal features of comfort and luxury but this car fails where it counts....the transmission and under the hood workings. ---i read other complaints about a foul odor in the car... i have recently experienced that strange/stinky odor in my car and thought it was milk or food my kids left in the car...i tend to have my car very clean and after a thorough inspection haven't been able to identify the source of the odor...after reading the other entries i can say it comes from the car itself as other's are experiencing the same thing. *tt

Reported in: LANCASTER CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was driving 30 mph when the vehicle jerked while changing gears. the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic. the mechanic stated that there was a problem with the transmission. the manufacturer was contacted. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 119,000 and the current mileage was 120,200.

Reported in: GARDEN GROVE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

transmission is slipping, especially at low speeds and when putting car into or out of reverse. when the transmission slips out of drive the engine revs and there is a sudden jerk. the car also jerks whenever switching from reverse to drive. the transmission failures are becoming more frequent. the car has 70k+ miles and research shows that transmission failure is a common problem with this car at this mileage.

Reported in: BURBANK CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

ENGINE

Reported in: BURBANK CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 45 mph, the vehicle unexpectedly shifted in and out of gear, especially third gear. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, who stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 92,000.

Reported in: MINT HILL NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the vehicle experienced a very hard jerk while shifting into the next gear. the contact also stated that the vehicle sometimes experienced difficulty starting. the dealer was notified and stated that there were no recalls or warranties covering the failure. the manufacturer was notified and stated that the contact should take the vehicle to a dealer for a diagnosis. the failure mileage was 89,000.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was driving approximately 30 mph when the transmission began to slip out of gear. the failure recurred whenever the vehicle was in operation. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated the transmission would need to be replaced. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the recurring failure. the approximate failure mileage was 100,000. ...updated 08-03-12 *bf

Reported in: CLOVIS CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN

i bought 05 nissan maxima 3 years ago!! it start having transmission problems when i was under warranty i took the car back to nissan dealership they said its motor mount problem!! i got new motor mounts and nothing happened! having the same problem as i got out of the warranty i went back to nissan dealership for same problem and they said its transmission problem that it jerks going from 2nd to 3rd gear and same when going back from 3rd to 2nd gear!! dealer said it would cost $3500 to fix it!!! i called corporate office with the problem they said after 3 days that they cant help bc its out of warranty! i still owe $5000 on the car and making payments i cant afford to get the transmission replaced!!

Reported in: FRESNO CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was traveling 20 mph when the vehicle started to jerk abnormally. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was not contacted. the vehicle was not repaired and the vin was unknown. the failure mileage was 97,000 and the current mileage was 97,941.

Reported in: MERIDAN MS || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated while driving 65 mph the vehicle jerked before stalling. the vehicle was taken to a local dealer where the dealer performed a diagnostic test and confirmed there was a faulty transmission that needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not drivable. the failure mileage was 134,000.

Reported in: COLUMBUS OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

transmission jerky and slipping despite being well maintained. stalled in middle of intersection and other times making unsafe. transmission replaced. 50,000 miles later, same exact problem. transmission must be replaced. unsafe car to drive. must be defective design.

Reported in: DALTON GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

experienced hard jerky shifts while driving and when shifting between drive and reverse gears.

Reported in: PEMBROKE PINES FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

hello : i am having problems when i shift into and out of gear . there's a big clunk sound, it goes and comes . i love nissans i had 3 in my life and this is my fourth and by far the worse one so far please recall this problem ppl don't have the time nor money to spend on a problem that should have been fixed .

Reported in: WINDSOR CT || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

when beginning to accelerate, transmission slipped. issue worsened when accelerating or decelerating rapidly. fluids changed regularly. problem was intermittent at first. has now become recurring. upon review, it appears to be wide spread throughout the 2005 and 2006 year model with the aisin re5f22a 5 speed automatic transmission.

Reported in: GOODLETTSVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: GOODLETTSVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

transmission slips, jerks and goes in and out of gear while driving. shifts hard in the lower gears after it warms up, slips and engine reving during shifts, slamming hard when slowing down, and delays when placing in gear.

Reported in: HOLBROOK NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

i purchased my vehicle and the power train was fine. i started having problems when my vehicles shifts. it makes hard jerks when shifting and the rpms rev up uncontrollably. i got online to research for recalls and have yet found one but what i did find is numerous reports of the same exact problem i'm having. this is a very dangerous situation. i contacted nissan corp. to see why there is no recalls with so many people obviously having the same issue. i was told that nhtsa deals with all recalls. there is also a class action lawsuit coming together on this issue. i'm just trying to make it know that so many of us are having to pay thousands of dollars to have this issue with our transmissions corrected. this has got to be a defect in this certain year, make, and model. please help with this situation before someone gets seriously injured or killed. i have three small children that ride in this vehicle. i worry everytime i drive with them that something terrible is going to happen. i feel nissan should be completely responsible for this. thank you for your time and consideration that it takes to look into situations like this. it is deeply appreciated.

Reported in: BRAXTON MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN

car revs up on its own, also slips when accelerating i parked the car and gear would slam when shift from park to drive,reverse and whenever shifted told it is due to a bad body valve which is a very common problem for the 2004 thru 2006 nissan maxima and other nissan models.

Reported in: BRONX NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: BRONX NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was driving 60 mph when the vehicle began to jerk and change gears independently. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. the transmission was flushed however the failure recurred. the vehicle had not been repaired. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 155,000 and the current mileage was 160,000.

Reported in: FLEMING GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was driving 25 mph when the vehicle began to jerk excessively. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic who inspected the failure and advised that the transmission needed to be replaced. neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 72,000.

Reported in: ASHLAND VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was driving 2 mph when the engine exhibited a loud, abnormal noise and the vehicle refused to accelerate. the check engine light was also illuminated and the vehicle became hard to shift. the vehicle was inspected by a local mechanic who stated that failure was related to the valve body. the dealer was notified and suggested to have the transmission replaced.the manufacturer was made aware of failure and advised to have vehicle inspected by the dealer. the current mileage was 81,000. the failure mileage was 75,000.

Reported in: CHANDLER TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle would jerks when shifting gears after being driven for over 20 minutes. the check engine warning light was also illuminated. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 170,000 and the current mileage was 171,000.

Reported in: BERMINGHAM AL || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

i was about to pull off from a stop light and when i hit the gas it was like i was in neutral. the car wouldn't move. cars were blowing at me and all. i looked down and saw that the car was still in drive. the abs, brake, service engine and tns/ins? lights were on and my gas hand had dropped from 3/4 of a tank down to empty and the light came on. i turned the car off for a split second and turned it back on. the only light that stayed on afterward was the service engine light. my gas hand never went back up to the 3/4 of a tank. i was nervous that the car was going to cut off so i stopped and put more gas in the car. my car now drives like the bottom is falling out. it's slow to accelerate and then picks up once you get to about 35 mph.

Reported in: CREWE VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reported in: CREWE VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i was stopped at a red light and when light turned green, i started forward, car moved and then just revved. car behind me had to slam on brakes to avoid hitting me. car was moving and then when it should have shifted, it froze . was terrified to drive it after that.

Reported in: VERO BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA1E15C8

POWER TRAIN

my 2005 nissan maxima with serious transmission problems. 1. there is a major delay after the shift lever is put in drive 2. between 1st to 2nd gears the car clunks and jerks into gear causing the tires screech 3. after about one hour of driving and i come to a stop, the car will not to move or respond as it should. i can be at 3000 rpm at a stop sign and the car will just creep along until it builds up speed. if i don't let off of the gas after speed starts building up to 20 mph, it well club and jerk into gear almost causing the car will to turn out of control.

Reported in: CHESTER SC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was traveling 35 mph when the vehicle stalled. the vehicle restarted but failed to accelerate. the vehicle was towed to the dealer who diagnose that the transmission needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the failure and current mileages was 62,000.

Reported in: POWELL OH || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 20 mph, the vehicle jerked forward abnormally. the failure recurred intermittently while driving at different speeds and while at a complete stop. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. the approximate failure mileage was 105,000.

Reported in: HOUSTON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

erratic shifting, not safe to drive.

Reported in: RIVERDALE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

transmissions jerks really hard then grinds while driving (taking off) until it eventually does it every time i try to drive it and is now parked due to it possibly causing an accident. the jerking started at 75,000 miles every now and then until it became consistent up to 127,000 miles then parked!

Reported in: RICHMOND VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i bought this car less than a week ago. it's already beginning to jerk and clunk when shifting between 1st and second gear. yesterday it began to rev and then jump back into gear whenever i tried to pull away from a stopped position. i took it back to the dealer and he paid $1700 + to have the transmission rebuilt because he felt bad for selling me a junk car!. but from what i'm hearing from other drivers with the same car a rebuild only helps for about 6 months or so then the car acts up again.... i'm in the u.s. marines and i need a reliable car to go home and check on my sick father every so often and this isn't seeming so reliable.

Reported in: COLUMBIA SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

STRUCTURE:BODY

the floorboards on both the driver's side and passenger side are rusted through.

Reported in: KENTWOOD MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was driving 10 mph when the vehicle began to lunge forward abnormally. the failure recurred as the contact drove at higher speeds. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where the contact was informed that there was a manufacturing defect. the contact was not aware of the specified defect. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 94,800.

Reported in: VIRGINIA BEACH VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

ENGINE

when the vehicle gets up to normal operation it begins jerking extremely hard and shifting hard, sometimes bangs on shift and revs and jumps into gear. i have been informed that i need a new transmission which is going to cost around $3700!!!! not to mention every mechanic that i took it too mention that this year and make are notorious for needing the transmission replaced.

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

transmission jerks in 2nd and 3rd shifts.

Reported in: HIALEAH FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the transmission failed. the contact stated that the vehicle was accelerating and shifting gears independently. the vehicle was taken to a transmission specialist where they advised that the valve body needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired. the manufacturer was notified and stated that there were no recalls for the failure. the failure mileage was 60,000. updated 10/03/12*lj

Reported in: HAVERTOWN PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

the car will jerk really hard switching from 1st and second gear. sometimes the car will just rev when increasing speed and the car won't move! when u park the car and then go to shift it to drive it actually won't kick in for 7-10 seconds. the only reason i'm making a complaint about it is because i was searching online to see of other people had the same problem and there were literally thousands of complaints with the exact same problem and i don't think its right for me and all the others with the same problem to have to put 3000-3500 for a new transmission when clearly this should be a recall!

Reported in: POUGHKEEPSIE NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

after the dealer told me that my manual transmissions needed to be replaced at 60,000, and told me it wasn't under warranty, i went for a second opinion. a local transmission shop told me it wasn't may transmission but rather my clutch pedal bracket and that it was under warranty! i went to a second dealership and had it replaced under warranty. that lasted for about 20-30,000 miles when it started to feel as though i was moving a boulder while depressing my clutch. this past summer, when i was manually pulling the petal back from the floor, i had to replace my fly wheel and clutch because of the wear. my clutch bracket still needs to be replaced again! why is this such a widely known issue with the 2005 mt maxima and nothing has been done?

Reported in: MASSAPEQUA NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

ENGINE

at approximately 58,000 my vehicle started slipping and jerking. it gets stuck and doesn't move or will move at very high speed. it is dangerous to drive. when diagnosed by two different mechanics i was told it is a manufacture problem. contacted manufacture and reported the problem.

Reported in: PHILADELPHIA PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: PHILADELPHIA PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

just after the vehicle passed 100,000 miles, it began to shift roughly between all gears. the car "bucks" when shifting, and sometimes seems to "miss" a shift, revving the engine before settling into gear. i have researched the issue and found many other maxima owners with cars of about the same age and mileage as mine, indicating this is a manufacturing defect and not specific to my particular vehicle.

Reported in: FLORISSANT MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the rpms would abnormally increase to 8000 rpms. in addition, the gear would slip and the vehicle would refuse acceleration attempts. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic and after inspection, the contact was told that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified. the failure mileage was 120,000.

Reported in: CAMDEN CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E46C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the transmission began to jerk with hesitation without any prior warning. the contact mentioned that on a separate occasion the gear failed to shift into the reverse or park position and the key would not release from the ignition switch. the vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer who stated the transmission exhibited early signs of failure and the shift lock unit was replaced. the manufacturer was notified and they advised there was not a recall related to the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 100,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: COLUMBIA SC || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

i bought a 2005 maxima 3.5 sl in 2006 brand new in south carolina. i first started having problems when i had my 60,000 mile service. about two weeks after the service my check engine light came on so, i took it to the dealership. they said there was no codes, and cleared the light. i then took my car in for the 90,000 service and once again around a week or two later my check engine light came on. i took it to the dealer and now their was codes saying my egr valve needed to be replaced. i told the dealership the same thing happened when i did my 60,000 mile service. needless to say their was a recall that they would have replaced it for free but i was just over the mileage where it could have been done at no cost to me. about 3 months later my car jerked really hard, and my car lost complete power then jerked once more and started to move. the gauges in the car went completely out and every light possible on the dash came on. first i was told i have to replace four sensors, and so i did so along with the egr valve. the car ran fine for about two weeks and started doing the same thing. when i went from drive to reverse or vice versa it would jerk real hard before engaging. i then took the car to the repair shop and they said my transmission sensor was bad. i just had it replaced two weeks ago, and now my car is back is the shop doing the same thing. the tcs slip, and every light on the dash is on, and none of my gauges are working. now they say it might be the computer that is bad. this last time i was on my way home from missouri and it disengaged and would not put up speed when i pressed the gas pedal. i was nearly rear ended, and had to pull over because my 12 year old daughter was in the car and got scared.

Reported in: LAWTON OK || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: LAWTON OK || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while traveling 10 mph, the vehicle failed to shift from first to second or fifth gear. the check engine warning light illuminated during the failure. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 94,000.

Reported in: DERBY CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

the vehicle will slam into gear at low speeds. will pop out of gear when going from 35 to 45 miles per hour, and when you press the gas it will rev up to 5000 rpms and slam back into gear nearly causing me to have 2 accidents in traffic. when backing out of my driveway it takes from 10 to 20 seconds for it to engage in drive which could leave me out in the middle of the road for someone to slam into me. the transmission has also broken my motor mounts with all the twisting bucking slamming and jerking it has done.

Reported in: HARTSELLE AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the vehicle began to jerk abnormally. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and the contact was informed that the vehicle needed a replacement transmission. the failure and current mileages were 112,000. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: WOONSOCKET RI || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while attempting to shift gears the vehicle would shake violently. the contact mentioned that the vehicle failed to accelerate while going through an intersection. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnose that the transmission was defective and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who did not offer any assistance and referred her to the dealer. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 100,000 and the current mileage was 109,695. updated 12/5/12 *cn updated 12/12/2012 *js

Reported in: EGG HARBOR TOWNSHIP NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN

when will we get a recall for the 2004 - 2005 maxima transmissions? this is obviously a known and wide spread issue. i've found and read many many reports on these transmissions slipping in and out of gear, hard shifting (up and down), hesitating and hard jerk when placed in drive, and breaking motor mounts. mine started this just under 100,000 miles. most cases i've read reported this starting around 60,000 miles. some have been fortunate enough that nissan replaced the transmission, i hope i'm as lucky. transmissions should be dependable and perform well beyond 100,000 miles, much less 60,000 miles. i've had faith in nissan and was really impressed with nissan vehicles until i discovered this epidemic issue. how many does it take to warrant and issue a recall? to protect nissan's reputation and maintain it's customer base, i hope they support their customers in correcting this.

Reported in: RINCON GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that her vehicle began to lunge forward while in first or second gear. the vehicle was taken to a dealer and the transmission was flushed. the failure recurred and the dealer recommended the transmission be replaced. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the transmission was rebuilt. one month later the failure recurred. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 110,000.

Reported in: AUSTELL GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

i had bought a 2005 nissan maxima within a month it started jerking really bad between first and second shift. getting off the freeway and coming to a stop it started jerking really bad it seemed like i had been hit from my back bumper, but it just the shit gear problem. it was really scary especially having my two year old son in the car. i took my car to the mechanic multiple times but they didn't seem to know what the problem was so i looked it up online and there were numerous complaints with the same problem i was having. my maxima now has 75000 miles and does not fall under warranty i am afraid that they are going to charge me $3000 for a problem that alot of nissans seem to have and should have been recalled.

Reported in: VISTA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

vehicle will not shift into drive unless the transmission lock is engaged (started @ 50k miles). abrupt downshifts at about 20 mph (started @ 70k miles). now the transmission is stuck in 5th and will not downshift (started at 75k miles). vehicle is unsafe to drive and i'm told it will cost at least $3000 to replace transmission. this is completely unacceptable for a vehicle with only 75k miles. i will never buy another nissan product again.

Reported in: EL PASO TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

stopped at a local shop, got out of car to mail a letter, car still running, key in the ignition and the doors locked on the car while it was running and no one in the drivers seat. luckily i did not have my child in the car seat, it was hot and it took me having to get someone to go to my home and retrieve a spare key to open the door. took it to dealership and because it was 10 miles over the warranty, they would not repair it. i filed a complaint earlier, but never heard a response. this also happened to my 2005 altima. the doors are not suppose to lock if car is running. this is a hazard and a defect.

Reported in: COLUMBIA SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

i am having very bad transmission issues. when i take off it jerks real bad in the lower gears and then when i am slowing down about to come to a stop it also kicks and jerks real bad when it gears down in the lower gears. and sometimes it just wont go at all..and then when i sit there a min and put my car from park to drive it hesitates for afew secs and then jumps real bad and then goes into drive.it usually does all this when the car is warmed up.

Reported in: GALLOWAY NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

very hard jerky shifts between 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 1st and accompanied by loud clunking noise. transmission slips out of gear during regular driving allowing the engine to rev freely then jerking back into gear with a loud clunk. the is followed by a burnt oil / electrical type smell that gets inside the car and evident outside after stopping. sometimes i go for days with no symptoms at all and other times it may happen a dozen times in a day. i took it in to the dealer and none of the problems showed up for them but they noted that the engine mounts were broken but that would not cause these symptoms. they suggested a new transmission and motor mounts for $4,000. i drive mainly on the freeways in southern california and have maintained and babied this car since it was new. this is my first nissan and i have loved this car until these symptoms. please suggest what course of action should be taken to correct this and restore my faith in nissan.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN

i own a 2005 nissan maxima se with approximately 70k miles. i began noticing the transmission slipping over the summer months. in the beginning of september, the transmission seemed to be stuck in 4th gear. i took the car to a shop that specialized in transmission, they replaced 2 electrical components in the transmission which repaired the immediate problem and made the car drivable, however the transmissions for the 2004-2005 nissan maxima appear to be known for early transmission problems. i also own a 1998 nissan altima and have never had problems. the transmission does not function like you would expect a 70k nissan transmission to perform - it slips, hesitates and stutters. there is an obvious manufacturer defect here. as i was driving home from work today, the car was once again acting up and i will, unfortunately, once again, be taking it to the shop. when researching this problem online, there are hundred of complaints about the automatic transmission in this year/model .... please help.

Reported in: ALLENTOWN PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

the car jerks when shifting into second gear.

Reported in: KILLEEN TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 30 mph, the vehicle would not shift properly and when it would shift, the vehicle would jerk forward abnormally. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 110,000.

Reported in: DENVER CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

i bought my nissan maxima about 2years ago. my dad had bought me a 1999 maxima during my high school years and it never gave me problems. it ran awesome so that's why i ended up buying my 1st maxima and very disappointed. i took it to a transmission specialist because after the transmission would be hot i was having problems. it seemed after coming down speed it would slip and trying to accelerate after breaking for example: if a car infront of me would brake to turn and i would brake and then accelerate the car seems to not know what to do and it gets stuck and doesn't want to accelerate followed by a hard jerk that feels like someone just hit my back bumper. it's so unsafe driving i've had almost been in car accidents because it won't accelerate and almost got hit. it's so frustrating dealing with this car issue especially after just buying it and still making car payments and not being able to drive it. i will never buy nissan again!! my mom bought a 2011 nissan versa and are looking into trading it in for another make for the fear that it will have issues too!! this should be a recall. i can't afford to pay $3000-4000 on a rebuild transmission!!!!!

Reported in: STREAMWOOD IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. while driving approximately 20 mph, the vehicle began to jerk as the transmission slipped gears with a rapid increase in engine rpms. in addition, there was a burning electrical odor inside of the vehicle. the failure recurred intermittently. the contact later checked the transmission fluid and noticed that it had become abnormally dark in color. the vehicle was taken to an independent auto mechanic for diagnosis where they detected that the transmission exhibited internal damage and the transmission valve was faulty. the vehicle had not been repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 111,000.

Reported in: SPRINGFIELD MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while trying to shift from drive to park, the vehicle jerked violently. the vehicle was not taken to a mechanic. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 114,000 and the current mileage was 117,000.

Reported in: CARPENTERVILLE IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

i have had this car since 2008. the transmission start jerking at 80 thousand+ miles on it.. it jerks from 3rd gear to 2nd while moving. i took it to nissan dealership they said they cannot help. then i called nissan usa and asked them for help nissan said its out of warranty so there's nothing they can do!! dealership told me that it would cost me 4000+ to get transmission replaced... i researched there's thousand of more people having the same problem with transmission. and nissan is putting peoples life in danger and wont do anything about it..

Reported in: FRESNO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

ENGINE

Reported in: FRESNO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

ENGINE

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

it shifts hard to between 1st and 2nd then vice versa. delayed shifting and jerking. dealer claims the only fix is to replace transmission.

Reported in: MOUNTAINTOP PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1FTFW1ET3BF

POWER TRAIN

automatic transmission shifting has become rough and abrupt. at medium speed 20-45 mph the transmission will slip, engine rpm's will surge and vehicle speed will decrease. nissan dealer flushed transmission fluid jan 2010 (83600 miles).

Reported in: HEATH TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

while going from park to drive the transmission jerks hard, makes a loud bump noise,while down shifting the transmission makes a loud thump sound.

Reported in: COLUMBUS MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E1SC

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the transmission slipped and the vehicle stalled without warning. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer for a diagnostic testing. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 100,000. the vin was not available.

Reported in: DENHAM SPRNGS LA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

when putting the car from park to drive or the other way around my nissan would jerk hard and when i speed up to around 35 mph the would jerk hard and the rpm would speed up and my car speed would go down.

Reported in: PALMDALE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

vehicle started showing signs of transmission trouble with less than 68,000 miles driven. initially, random revving/lagging was less noticeable and jerking was minimal. the problem progressively got more frequent and shifting became harsher and jerking would result in a hard clunking noise. vehicle was brought to dealership service department for a diagnosis. recommendation was for replacement of the transmission, motor mounts and timing chain service to remedy a whining noise from the engine. extended warranty coverage was for 6years/75,000 miles so time constraint had expired although mileage was well under. thus, dealer would not cover under warranty so i contacted nissan corporate for assistance. they were also unwilling to cover replacement of transmission even with this being such a widespread issue with this particular vehicle/model year 04-06.

Reported in: SAN DIEGO CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i bought a 2005 nissan maxima new in july of 2005-early 2012 i start having problems with the car. it would stall, hesitate and pull forward whe i drive. when i reverse and put it in drive it would not move for a few seconds then jump forward. its scary at times when i drive. i took it to repair shop and was told it was the engine mount-i had to pay over $800 to get it fixed. after it was fixed, i still have the problems. my niece was having problems also with her altima and went online and found similiar complaints. she drove my car on 11/29/12 and i told her to be careful, and to be aware of the issues with the car-she had her 3 week old baby with her, so i wanted to make sure if anything was going on she could let me know. she called later on and said the car she had before was doing the same thing and it turned out it need a new transmission. she googled my car and found 705 complaints about the same thing i was going thru-i was amazed of all the complaints, and nothing seem to be done about it. i called nissan consumers affairs and they want me to take the car to nissan to have them diagnose it, which would cost me $99 of whic i dont have right now. i took my niece to get her car on saturday 12/1 and a few of the salesmen there said yeah they know of the transmission problem and its going to cost me to fix. i would like someone from nhtsa to review all these complaints and have nissan acknowledge whats going on with their vehicles before we have a fatal accident.

Reported in: ALTAMONTE SPRINGS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

i just took delivery of a used 2005 nissan maxima with a 5spd auto transmission. i noticed a few times while driving today that the transmission takes some time between gear changes and at times can jerk pretty hard as it changes gears particularly between 1-2-3. it appears to be the early signs of a failing transmission as the shifting can be very rough. i now feel that perhaps nissan was not the right decision, and this will most definitely deter me from buying a new nissan in the future.

Reported in: FARMINGDALE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that when driving at low speeds and maneuvering from first to second gear, the transmission would slip without warning. in addition, the contact stated that after shifting to reverse, there was a six second delay before the vehicle would respond. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where they advised him that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was contacted and stated that they were unaware of the failure. the failure and current mileages were approximately 79,182.

Reported in: LOWTON OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

i have a 2005 nissan maxima that i bought in 2010 with 87,000 miles, i had the car for 5-6 months when the transmission when out was told this was due to a faulty value body on this model. i called nissan corporate and there was nothing they would do. i then spent $3,000 dollars out of my pocket to have the transmission rebuilt and that helped for a year and half. when the maxima hit approx 130,000 miles the hard shifting, hanging in gear, popping of the transmission returned. this car is not under warranty and will cost a lot to have the transmission replaced. i feel this is defective parts put to use by nissan and they should be responsible for the repairs.

Reported in: GREENVILLE SC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated the transmission failed and would not engage in gear. the contact stated whenever he put the vehicle in gear it would jerk and exhibit a clunking noise. in addition, it would take a while to go into gear. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was not notified. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 85,000 and the current mileage was 92,000.

Reported in: CEDAR PARK TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

while driving, shifting from 1st to 2nd and back from 2nd to 1st gear the transmission shifted very hard, then after a while, the transmission started to slip between gear changes and now the transmission seems to be locked in 3rd gear and will not shift and revs very high and seems to slip at times. when the transmission would slip at speeds and rev high, the transmission would catch again and jerk the car sideways as if changing lanes. very dangerous while driving on any road with cars around.

Reported in: SATSUMA AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

ENGINE

it has been proven and reported many times on the internet of the poor design of the secondary timing chains, tensioners, and guides for this particular model of nissan. owners of these vehicles have had to pay huge repair bills due to the defective timing chain tensioners that were placed in this vehicle when it was manufactured. they wear out prematurely and the engine has to be taken out of the car to replace the defective parts. this is inexcusable on the part of nissan and the owners shouldn't have to pay these huge repair costs to replace a part that was defective in the first place.

Reported in: MIDLOTHIAN VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds there was a violent jerk when shifting from first to second gears, and also when shifting from second and third gears. the vehicle was not taken to an independent mechanic or a dealer. the manufacturer was not notified. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 105,000.

Reported in: COLLINSVILLE OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 15 mph, the vehicle began to jerk, lunge and slammed into gear. the failure recurred numerous times, typically in the lower gears. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic at least five times but the cause of the failure was not determined. the manufacturer was not notified. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 88,000.

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

ENGINE

i pulled out at a busy intersection and my nissan maxima stalled out, it seemed like it would not go into first gear, even though i was pressing the gas pedal to accelerate, the car just wouldn't go into gear! it caused other cars to have to slam on brakes and drive on the shoulder to avoid hitting me and each other! my car finally "jerked" violently into gear. i took it to the nissan dealership and they said this was a known defect in the transmission, 4,000 to fix!! mind you they will replace it with a new defective transmission that there it no guarantee it will last more than 1 year! not a safe car to drive in metropolitan areas!

Reported in: ROLESVILLE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: ROLESVILLE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

transmission would delay engagement shifting from park to drive for 5 seconds then bang into gear. it would also violently slip and jerk when shifting from 2-3 and rough downshifting from 3-2 and 2-1. when coasting around 20-25mph then stepping on gas pedal the rpms would rev high then the car would lurch forward from second to third gear. overall the transmission was shot at only 57k miles and i'm on a second transmission which is already exhibiting signs of premature failure at 60k miles. there is a huge defect with this car and after researching, i'm not the only one with this issue.

Reported in: REDWOOD CITY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: RAHWAY NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

aug 2011 began experiencing slipping in reverse to drive and stop to start positions. also when turning corners and when maintaining a highway speed to sudden braking and then picking up speed i would experience jerking. this only seem to happen in warm weather. it progressively got worse by oct 2011.

Reported in: ROCHESTER NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

when shifting from park to reverse or drive; or drive to reverse, the vehicle jerks and jumps before being able to advance. gear changing is very "rough". traveling at speeds of 30-35 mph feel the transmission slipping.

Reported in: ASHEVILLE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

ENGINE

Reported in: ASHEVILLE NC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated while driving approximately 15 to 20 mph he noticed the gears would slip between first and second which also included a harsh jerking motion. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who advised him that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the failure. the failure mileage was approximately 114,000. the current mileage was approximately 118,500.

Reported in: MANVEL TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

first thing i want to list is the transmission problem. after driving for ten minutes the vehicle jerks like a had a manual transmission(which i don't) in the wrong gear. when the vehicle gets into a gear it slams forward like i was rear-ended by someone. this is a safety hazard in stop and go traffic. then one day i made a turn at an intersection and the vehicle decided it had enough and stopped on me. got it towed to the dealer and they told me the cost of a new or rebuilt trans would be $4000-4500.

Reported in: SOUTH HOLLAND IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

2005 nissan maxima. car has 62,000 miles. driving home at night, at approx 35 mph, engine starts accelerating while car begins to slow. stuck in 5th gear, but car slows to a stop and will not re-start. busy highway. undetermined transmission failure. car required tow to repair shop.

Reported in: LANSDALE PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES

loss of both rear wheel abs sensors causes abs system to stop working completely. technical service bulletin publish by nissan relating to failure, car owner's responsibility. abs pump and controller failure.

Reported in: LANSDALE PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

my 2005 nissan maxima transmission has been slipping since 75,000 miles. i have been doing alot of research and alot of other individuals with 04 and 05 maximas are experiencing the same issues. nissan maxima put defected transmissions in their 04 and 05 models. i contacted nissan usa however the refused to fix my car.

Reported in: HYATTSVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

ENGINE

Reported in: HYATTSVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds and switching gears, there was a harsh jerk from the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where they advised him that the transmission failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 100,000. the current mileage was approximately 105,000.

Reported in: HYATTSVILLE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact was driving approximately 20 mph when the vehicle began to jerk with a slight hesitation. the failure progressed over time and became a permanent occurrence. the vehicle was taken to both an independent mechanic and an authorized dealer where a diagnostic test was performed. the dealer informed the contact that the transmission would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 62,000.

Reported in: JACKSON MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the engine rpms increased excessively and as the brake was being depressed, the vehicle slammed into gear. the failure occurred whenever the contact accelerated from a complete stop. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, who performed a diagnostic test and advised the contact that the computer did generate a failure code. the dealer was also unable to duplicate the failure. the manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 42,000.

Reported in: LAUDERHILL FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

transmission began to shows signs of failure. currently, the vehicle jerks hard when going from park to reverse, and reverse to drive. when driving it will shift hard from 1st to 2nd. it will slip before ramming in to gear. there is also slipping in 4th gear. when trying to accel on the highway it will slip before doing so. in town driving is horrible. i have to try and drive the car in manual mode but that does necessarily help. after doing further research, i found that this generation of nissan maxima's have this problem. nissan is also aware but refuses to acknowledge.

Reported in: COLUMBUS IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4AA51E09C

POWER TRAIN

first incident: car didn't immediately shift into reverse and when it did, it slammed into gear violently. the problem eventually manifested into the following: 1.) taking off car jerks real bad between 1st & 2nd gear. 2.) slowing down, car kicks & jerks when down shifting 3.) now it's at the point where the car stalls /shuts off 4.) putting the car from park to drive it hesitates about 5 to 7 sec. 5.) transmission slips out of gear under 20m.p.h... causing engine to rev up to 4rpm and sometimes 5rpm.

Reported in: TUCSON AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 20-30 mph, he noticed that the transmission began slipping from second to third gear. the vehicle was not inspected by a dealer or an independent mechanic. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 85,000. the current mileage was approximately 89,500. the vin was unavailable.

Reported in: HARTFORD CT || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while stopped with the brake pedal depressed, the contact shifted from drive to park and noticed a loud bang and the vehicle erroneously lunged forward. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the technician stated that the valve body needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 83,000.

Reported in: MAMARONECK NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

my 2005 nissan maxima has 115000 miles and has started showing signs of what may be serious transmission problems. 1. takes about 5 seconds to click into gear after the shift lever is put in "d" 2. very hard jerky shifts between 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 1st and accompanied by loud clunking noise. 3. transmission slips out of gear during regular driving allowing the engine to rev freely then jerking back into gear with a loud clunk. the is followed by a burnt oil / electrical type smell that gets inside the car and evident outside after stopping.

Reported in: TERRE HAUTE IN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

ENGINE

the engine jumps into gear with a hard kick!!

Reported in: CAMBRIA HEIGHTS NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

the vehicle jerks hard when going from park to reverse, and reverse to drive. when driving it will shift hard from 1st to 2nd. it will slip before ramming in to gear. there is also slipping in 4th gear. when trying to accel on the highway it will slip before doing so. replace front & left engine mount, flush transmission fluid at 95521 but still doing the same jerking issue. please help.

Reported in: OCEANSIDE CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

the vehicle jerks hard when going from park to reverse, and reverse to drive. when driving it will shift hard from 1st to 2nd. it will slip before ramming in to gear. there is also slipping in 4th gear. when trying to accel on the highway it will slip before doing so. replace front & left engine mount, flush transmission fluid but still doing the same jerking issue. please investigate .

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

transmission will slip out of 2nd and 3rd at low rpm's. it downshifts very hard. it only does it when it has been driven more than 15 minutes.

Reported in: GLASGOW KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

serious transmission issue. it makes a loud noise when it shifts from 2nd and 3rd gear, sometimes it only goes high on rpm without giving any traction to the wheels. also the transmission kicks when i put in reverse after a while of being driving the car. i have already changed the 3 motor mounts because they were broken but i never i thought it would be due to transmission problems. i live in mexico and apparently it's very common also in maximas in mexico.

Reported in: ZAPOPAN, JALISCO, MEXICO NM || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES

failure in abs system. abs, tcs, and slip warning lights show after the occurring sound of grinding in the brakes. apparently this is a known problem in 2004 - 2007 maximas. there is a tsb floating all over the internet documenting the problem and possible repair procedures. dealer wants close to 3k for a known issue!!!

Reported in: CLINTON MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

Reported in: CLINTON MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

this nissan has been having issues where it jerks from reverse to drive, upshifting from first to second, and second to third. the vehicle also jerks when down shifting from third to second, second to first and first to park is delayed in shifting. this issue is a safety concern due to affecting the ability to stop the vehicle as the vehicle specifications indicate stopping distance for the vehicle should be. the issue is highly unpredictable as to the severity of the jerk the car will experience which has been known to cause the vehicle to either not stop or slide in inclement weather such as snow.

Reported in: ELIZABETH CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reported in: ELIZABETH CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph, the vehicle lost acceleration power. the contact continuously depressed the accelerator then the vehicle suddenly lunged forward. the contact stated the vehicle jerked and surged constantly when the temperature was warm. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic three different times for diagnostic testing. the mechanic replaced the transmission sensor and performed a transmission flush. the failure continued after the repair. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 90,000.

Reported in: TROY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 55 mph, the vehicle lunged forward independently. the vehicle continued to experience the failure until the vehicle was stopped and allowed to cool down. the vehicle would then operate as designed. the failure recurred numerous times. the vehicle was taken to a dealer, who advised the contact to have the transmission replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was unavailable. the failure and current mileage was 78,000.

Reported in: DELLE ROSE LA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i have been feeling a jerking in my car, which sounds like the motor is moving around. i had the motor mounts replaced, but still was having the same problems. i have now found out it is the transmission, which will cost me $3200.00, i have been told by the shop that a lot of 2005 maxima are having the same problems, if this is true why is there not a recall?

Reported in: FORT WORTH TX || Crash: N || VIN #: NOT AVAILIB

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Reported in: FORT WORTH TX || Crash: N || VIN #: NOT AVAILIB

POWER TRAIN

i am experiencing transmission problems in my 2005 maxima. the vehicle has only 54000 miles to date and is starting to slip gears in between 1-2 and 2-3 while driving at a slow speed; this also occurs when switching in reverse. this problem needs to be fixed since it can be detrimental to fellow drivers on the road while driving due to the fact of the transmission causing the car to lunge forward when in the act of switching gears. this issue seems to be well documented at this point to nissan corporate as well as the nhtsa database and should be taken seriously. i believe a recall at this point should be in order due to the mass documented complaints of this specific issue.

Reported in: LEVITTOWN PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

the transmission has begun to jerk excessively when shifting from 1st to 2nd gear. sometimes it jerks so hard the occupants get tossed forward a bit. it lags when shifting from park to drive also resulting in the car to jerk violently. this is horrendous that a car that has 70,000-80,000 miles on would have such a serious transmission problem already. its dangerous and from research i've found is not isolated, but rather a widespread issue with the 2004-2005 nissan maxima's. its absolutely ridiculous that nissan hasnt made a recall on what they know are faulty transmissions. i had a honda civic that had well over 110,000 miles on it and i never had a single power-train or engine issue with that car. i for one will never by another nissan again!

Reported in: RONKONKOMA NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

my vehicle transmission slips alot, from 2-3 gears while accelerating or decelerating.

Reported in: BRISTOL PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

2005 nissan maxima. consumer writes in regards to transmission slipping. *smd the consumer stated he had to drain and re-fill the transmission fluid to keep the gears from slipping.

Reported in: WASHINGTON DC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

it hesitates when put in gear and than jerks violently when shifting, jarring all passengers in vehicle.

Reported in: SPRINGFIELD MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN

experiencing severe transmission problems. the car has a 5 second or more delay in shifting into drive and once it does shift there is a violent jerk and clunking noise. when driving the rpm gauge goes up and down randomly. gears slip from 1st to 2nd at any given moment. i know my car has 100k miles but it has been superbly kept since manufactured so this is baffling to me. i have spent hundreds of dollars on transmission flushes and tune ups hoping to alleviate the problem to no avail. i don't see myself spending thousands of dollars to replace a transmission that obviously was predestined for failure! i love foreign cars nissan especially this is my second but at this point i am seriously considering toyota and never buying or recommending a nissan ever again!

Reported in: PLEASANT GROVE AL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i am experiencing transmission problems in my 2005 maxima. the vehicle has only 84000 miles to date and is starting to slip gears in between 1-2 and 2-3 while driving at a slow speed; this also occurs when switching in reverse. this problem needs to be fixed since it can be detrimental to fellow drivers on the road while driving due to the fact of the transmission causing the car to lunge forward when in the act of switching gears. this issue seems to be well documented at this point to nissan corporate as well as the nhtsa database and should be taken seriously. i believe a recall at this point should be in order due to the mass documented complaints of this specific issue.

Reported in: JAMAICA NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the transmission slammed into second and third gear once it was warm. the contact also stated that the transmission would not downshift from third gear and the vehicle had to be turned off and restarted for it to function properly. the contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer and was told the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle had not been repaired. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was 70,000 and the current mileage was 91,500.

Reported in: BLAIRSVILLE PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

transmission shifts hard into gears after to taking a wile to start. when shifting to drive the cars shows it is in 5th gear and after researching found thousands of others experiencing the same problems . looking for recalls after so many people or experiencing the same problems. i see that there is a service bulletin but with so many many problems still no recall.

Reported in: MOSS POINT MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

ENGINE

Reported in: MOSS POINT MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

it all started on our way to the supermarket. we warm up the car in the morning when we were ready to leave and put in reverse it took a few seconds to go into gear but when it did the car shifted really hard. when we put it into drive it did the same thing. on our way to the store the car took a few seconds to shift into every gear and would shift really hard when it did so. from that point we took the car for its check up with the mechanic were he did an oil change, tune up and service the transmission upon telling him what the transmission was doing he said that the transmission was messing up and that nissan had a bad reputation with transmissions going bad prematurely and that he had repaired many nissan of the same year if not newer because of transmission problems. he advise us that after servicing the transmission the problem may or may not go away (our transmission was serviced every 15,000-20,000 prior to problem). we continued to drive the car the transmission finally gave out at 142,864 miles. the transmission was rebuilt by a reputable shop on 7/09/2010 using nissan factory parts was given a warranty of one year. everything worked fine until dec. 24, 2012 when we went to pick up my brother from the airport and the same thing started to happen as we stated above. we continued to drive the car but very minimal and not very far or not at all until february 19, 2013 at 219,862 miles and 76,998 miles later the transmission went out again for the second time and since we only have one car we were forced to get a loan and repair it again. and $6000.00 later we are scared for a third incident. i hope this matter gets resolved and nissan agrees to compensate the cost.

Reported in: HESPERIA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the vehicle shifted abnormally hard and the vehicle would jerk when shifting between third and fourth gears. the vehicle would also shift abnormally hard when down shifting. the in addition, the vehicle would jump into second gear independently, causing the vehicle to suddenly accelerate. the vehicle sporadically halted to a stop without warning. the vehicle was neither diagnosed nor repaired. the failure mileage was 88,000 and the current mileage was 94,000.

Reported in: ISLIP TERRACE NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

vehicle when shifting to 2nd 3rd gear jerks like a mule kick, and occasionally over revs ( gear slip) resulting in sudden loss of acceleration.

Reported in: SAN JOSE CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4DL01D51C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the vehicle began to jerk and lunge abnormally. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis and the contact was informed that he needed to change the engine oil. the vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. on subsequent visits to the dealer, the contact was provided several different diagnostic results, including changing the oil for a second time and to change the motor mounts. the vehicle was taken to a different dealer, who informed the contact that the transmission would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was unavailable. the failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 63,000. ..updated 06/24/13 *bf

Reported in: ALHAMBRA CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while traveling 40 mph, the vehicle downshifted independently. the contact also stated that the vehicle upshifted intermittently. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure could not be duplicated. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 121,000.

Reported in: COLORADO SPRINGS CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

transmission is bucking and jerking between gears. car "slip" between gears while driving and causes the car to rev in neutral while driving and then suddenly "jump" into gear which causes the car to lunge forward suddenly.

Reported in: OAKLAND NJ || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

while accelerating from a stoplight to approximately 45mph on northwest expressway in oklahoma city, the automatic transmission began shifting hard instead of the normal smooth shifting. it seemed as though it stuck momentarily or was even shifting down instead of up to the next gear. when i got on a residential street going at a slower speed, the transmission again shifted hard. the strange shifting happened again 2 days later while driving at a slow rate of speed. my husband looked at the transmission fluid on 3/12/13 and thought it appeared to be burnt looking. i took my car to fenton nissan west in oklahoma city on friday, march 15, 2012 and explained the problem i was having. after keeping the car most of the day, we were informed they did not find anything wrong, but the transmission fluid is burnt, but did not change it as this could cause transmission problems. we were not charged anything & were told to wait on doing anything else as there may be recalls. this seemed strange since they originally told us they had not heard from other customers about the transmission problems i had described.

Reported in: OKLAHOMA CITY OK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN

transmission started to shift rough, slip and make the engine rev high between shifts, this is known problem with this type of auto, mainly involving the transmission valve body and solenoids.

Reported in: FOLSOM CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

when in low gears 1-2, 2-3 gears jerks. high rev then strong jerk. felt like gears slipped. car then became sluggish and would not power of 5mph. check engine light came on. had car checked code p0780 showed. shift malfunction. this seems to be on going with maxima 04-06. recall must be called!!!!

Reported in: TUCSON AZ || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 50 mph and applying the brakes, the anti-lock braking system engaged. the vehicle would jerk once the anti-lock braking system engaged independently and caused a delay in stopping distance. the contact took the vehicle to a dealer for a diagnostic test. the dealer stated that the abs sensor was causing the anti-lock brake system to engage during normal braking. the dealer replaced the abs sensor as well as the rear hub assembly. the failure mileage was 40,930.

Reported in: GLEN CARBON IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN

i purchased my vehicle on february 2 2012 at 86,000 miles car was fine. a year later i had to get it inspected the mechanic told me i had to replace my front motor and this was probably the reason for the jerking i had my motor mount replaced. and guess what still jerking. this problem needs a recall. i have spoken to different people with the same vehicle year make and model and they have the same problem. not every knows to come to make a complaint. nissan should voluntarily recall this make and model to make the repairs. this can also be a safety hazard to any non experience driver.

Reported in: FAIRFAX VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

STRUCTURE

Reported in: FAIRFAX VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

SEATS

i purchased my 2005 nissan maxima brand new in april of 2005. i paid cold hard earned cash ($35,000) for this car. we refinanced our home too buy an reliable, sturdy, dependable, stylish, road car (instead we got a lemon). i have had many issues with the car. the headliner constantly falling down over my head while driving with the sunroof open, the sunroof not opening and closing properly, the o2 sensors going out constantly, , the brackets being replaced, the leather seats look as if i have razor blades attached to my bottom side, and the transmission is awful!!! at 65,000 miles it started going out. the local dealer replaced the tranny without admitting any fault on nissans behalf. at the time we did not know about the troubling problems with the 2004-2005 transmissions. they only charged us for the labor cost. we actually thought "wow, they are cool"!! here we are at 157,000 miles (about 70,000 later and the tranny is:jerking extremely hard ( it feels like i am being rammed from the rear by a 18 ton semi-trailer) between going into 1st and second gear and again back in reverse from 2nd into 1st gear. the problem has gotten so bad that is now hesitating in shifting and i have had enough!! i have done my research, and this is an epidemic. nissan has too step up and fix this problem. this country has hit a recession. us hardworking americans deserve better than this. please help us consumers. thank [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Reported in: MORENO VALLEY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: MORENO VALLEY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Reported in: MORENO VALLEY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

VISIBILITY:SUN ROOF ASSEMBLY

Reported in: MORENO VALLEY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

i bought my car brand new via special order in 2005. the car cost me $33k and another almost $5k for an extended warranty for up to 7 years and up to 100k miles. needless to say the seven years was up in july of 2012. the car has almost 110k miles on it currently. for the past few months i have been experiencing severe jerking when up shifting and downshifting. my mechanic notified me that it is my transmission, the price of the fix is between $3800-4500. this car has never been beat up and is in immaculate condition. it has always been housed in a garage since i bought it. after doing a significant amount of research i found that technically this really should be a recall due to the amount of people effected by the same problem with the 2004-2006 nissan maxima. the jerking has recently began to get alot worse...so bad that my husband hit his head on the windshield and thought we were rear ended. i also have discovered that there is a class action lawsuit regarding the problem and i will be contacting them too.

Reported in: SWANSEA MA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the vehicle would jerk abnormally. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was notified but provided no assistance. the failure mileage was 70,000.

Reported in: HEMPSTEAD NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while accelerating from a stop sign, the vehicle shifted erratically. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted. the failure mileage was 60,000. updated 06/18/13*lj the consumer stated the nissan service rep advised that the vehicle does not shift because it has a cvt transmission. when the vehicle would lunge foward a loud thud could be heard. the consumer stated after some researching the failure was found to be in the shift solenoid. the vehicles goes into limp mode. updated 06/24/2013 *js

Reported in: FORT PIERCE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

STRUCTURE:BODY

driving on a busy highway downhill going about 25 miles an hour, car hard shifted abruptly causing the car to decelerate very fast. car hit me from behind. at the slow speed it scratched the bumper of the car and caused my neck to whip. transmission design failure.

Reported in: LA CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: LA CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 20 mph, the transmission slipped. the vehicle was taken to a transmission shop for inspection where they stated that the solenoids in the valve body needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified but provided no assistance. the failure mileage was 70,000.

Reported in: LIVINGSTION NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle shifted erratically. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was found that the valve body had failed and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted about the failure. the failure mileage was 116,000. the vin was not available.

Reported in: BOWDEN GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the transmission was flushed by a dealer and then the transmission slipped. the vehicle was returned to the dealer who stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileages were 89,379.

Reported in: BRADENTON FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

ENGINE

when i put car in reverse from park.. it took about 3-5 seconds to catch and go. then when i put it drive it did the same. it will do this some days and not do it some days. major flaw in 05 maxims transmissions from all the complaints i've read. need to recall and fix this ongoing problem . this is my 3rd nissan maximaand my first one with these problems. big dissapointment nissan. recall 05 maxims and fixtransmission.

Reported in: PRINCE GEORGE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: PRINCE GEORGE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

we bought a 2005 maxima in june 2008 with approximately 30k[+/-] miles. on or about spring 2012 the transmission began to have shifting problems[65k miles], with hard & jerking shifts when traveling at 25mph and then sudden high rev's with sudden down shifts when slowing down. have gone on line to see if there has been a recall and found hundreds of like complaints for 2005 maxima transmission problems exactly like ours. had the transmission fluid changed at a nissan dealer, yet the "check engine" light did not go out. after driving a few miles light went out. however, the shifting problems returned after further driving a few months later.. had the code state "shift malfunction". as there are others, hundreds of other maxima owners experiencing the same problem, it is time for a major recall on the 2004 -2006 maxima for defective transmissions: "transmission problems" continued and we can not drive the car for more than a few miles locally and once it is warmed up the transmission begins to shift rough & hard, jerky in to and out of gears. if driven more than 15 minutes will freeze in 5th gear. this is a major safety issue and may cause serious harm to others while on the roads of america.

Reported in: PLAINFIELD NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN

while decelerating car under 20miles,the car will jerk when gas pedal is pressed for acceleration(i.e.,slowing down for red light or changes in traffic speed.

Reported in: MOUNT PLEASANT SC || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

i have a 2005 nissan maxima which has transmission problems. about 2 years ago i began experiencing jerking. i took car the dealer no codes came up at time and when they drove it at that time it drove fine. continue to have issues and went back now to find out i need a new valve body. unfortunately the valve body has cause extensive damage to the transmission so i now need to have transmission replaced. per parts specialist and service advisor at nissan they are aware of the issue with the valve body with the 2005 nissan maxima however nissan corporate has not yet recalled it yet. shame on you nissan 3,800 to replace the transmission, i don't think so. no more nissan for me. nissan really need to own up to this issue. its all over the internet. please recall issue. signed dissatisfied nissan owner

Reported in: MIAMI FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i,too, have had a problem with the transmission of this vehicle. the car would jerk when shifting everytime i would drive it. i took it to have it looked at and they said they saw no problems. i continued to drive with the jerking until finally, the car stopped shifting gears all together. i took it to the dealership where i bought it and had to get the transmission completely replaced. after easing other complaints, it looks like this is an issue with almost every 2005 nissan maxima. time for a recall yet nissan!?!

Reported in: GREENWOOD IN || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

Reported in: GREENWOOD IN || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

bought our nissan maxima new of the dealership lot in june 2005. i have had minor issues with this car. but started having major issues around 68,00.00 miles. transmission would feel like it would slip out then engine revs up and jerks forward. would happen every once in awhile. now it is happening more. now it lunges forward when i am stopping gears are responding. i have two young kids. i don't want them or anybody else getting injured over this. nissan needs to recall. these cars cost so much these days they need to last a lot longer then 70,00.00 miles. i have a toyota 95 that has never had any issues and is still going strong. step it up nissan and take care of these issue. there are complaints everywhere on the 2004- and 2005 models. i will never own another nissan again. please recall ...there is a lot of us out there these days trying to make a living and spend so so much on these vehicles and nissan is doing nothing about. shame on you nissan for not caring..

Reported in: LAS CRUCES NM || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

my 2005 nissan maxima has 96000 miles and does this jerk shift between 20-30 mph. it started a about a year ago and every time i take in to service they tell me nothing is wrong. i just took it again for transmission check and they told me that everything is okay. i welcome any feedback as to the best course of action to correct these intermittent and random symptoms that include: 1. takes about 5 seconds to click into gear after the shift lever is put in "d" 2. very hard jerky shifts between 1st to 2nd and 2nd to 1st and accompanied by loud clunking noise. 3. transmission slips out of gear during regular driving allowing the engine to rev freely then jerking back into gear with a loud clunk. the is followed by a burnt oil / electrical type smell that gets inside the car and evident outside after stopping. sometimes i go for days with no symptoms at all and other times it may happen a dozen times in a day. i drive mainly on the freeways in southern california and have maintained and babied this car since it was new. this is my first nissan and i have loved this card until these symptoms.

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SUSPENSION

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle began to jerk and lunge independently. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and the contact was informed that the transmission would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. the failure and current mileage was 74,000.

Reported in: MADISON WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the vehicle would stall between shifting gears. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer, who advised that the transmission needed to be replaced. the contact did not have the transmission replaced. the failure mileage was 120,000.

Reported in: MEMPHIS TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

2005 nissan maxima. consumer writes in regards to transmission problems. *smd the consumer stated the tranmission down shifted hard.

Reported in: WASHINGTON DC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 60 mph, the vehicle decelerated and jerked independently. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. the technician stated that the transmission would have to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the approximate failure mileage was 105,000.

Reported in: CYPRESS TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

my 2005 nissan maxima started shifting very hard to 2nd and 3rd gear down shifting very hard after getting warm up jerking hard when put in gear and stalling when taking off.. had sensor replaced in transmission to start with now after 6 months the whole transmission completely stopped.

Reported in: SCOTTSVILLE KY || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

i have had problems with this car since i purchased it. i bought the car as a used car with about 72,000 miles on it when i bought. about a month after the car started to drive differently. i noticed that the car would start to jerk when accelerating. the car jerks really bad when the rpm goes between the number 2 & 3. there are times where i can be pushing all the way down on my gas pedal and the car takes forever to accelerate. after purchasing the car i read reviews online that show a lot of people have these issues. i took my car to two different transmission shops that specialize in transmission and they refused to even work on the transmission because there are so many problems they can't guarantee there work. i feel that this is a major safety issue because if anyone was to pull out and the car won't accelerate or you pull out to oncoming traffic and your car starts to go then stops and jerks before shifting into gear can cause a serious accident. i hear about recalls for all kinds of other problems so i don't understand how nissan hasn't gotten in trouble for making these horrible cars.

Reported in: HAMPTON VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reported in: HAMPTON VA || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES

i was driving on the freeway and went to go and apply my brakes. at this time my dashboard lights lit up with an abs and brake light being illuminated. i talked to firestone and told them the issue as i was out of town. they told me to bring it in and they would run a quick diagnostic. i did and they found it to be a known issue at nissan. i took it to the dealer as there is a tsb on the vehicle for this issue. they told me they would have to change the abs sensor and possibly the wheelhub, if all was done i would be out about $3000. i asked the dealer what issues could arise and they told me my brakes could lock up when driving. i find this to be unacceptable, especially if driving down the freeway at 70 with a big truck following. i got in touch with nissan consumer affairs and they did some research, but came back with the would not help with any repairs. i have been following numerous complaints online about the same issue with the 2004-2006 nissan maxima. for some people this has gone on too long with nissan not wanting to help out. a recall should be done before someone gets seriously hurt or killed.

Reported in: WAUWATOSA WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: WAUWATOSA WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

my father has a 2005 nissan maxima se equipped with an automatic transmission. for the past few months the transmission has been acting up. when we pull out of our driveway and shift into "d" the transmission takes a few seconds (about 5 or so) to actually shift gears into drive, and when it does it has a very rough jerk. we took the vehicle to our local nissan dealership where we left it 24 hours for a diagnostic but apparently the transmission was not showing the symptoms we described, and i believe them because it doesn't always do it. they did however tell me that it needed new timing chain guides which would run me about $1200 dollars with the installation, and they also said our transmission fluid was bad so recommended a transmission fluid flush (which we did for about $200). we were told to come back if the problem persisted. the issue was not resolved, and the car continues to jerk. the nissan dealership told us they had never heard of such an issue so instead of going back i decided to do my own research. i took 2.5 years of auto tech but i am no mechanic and in less than 20 minutes i found countless complaints about transmissions in 2004-2006 maximas (other nissans as well). many people state that "stealerships" will recommend a tranny fluid flush, next time you come back they say it's your motor mounts, next time you will need sensors, and finally (by this point people are extremely upset) they tell you the transmission is bad and needs replacement with quotes ranging from $3,000-$4,600. i am going back to the dealership in the next week and if i see the same trends other people have experienced i will have a nice chat with the manager, hopefully defame them in front of potential customers, and ultimately lose my lifetime value of a customer. if nissan doesn't fix this issue they will lose customers, profits and their reputation.

Reported in: TROUTDALE OR || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

my 2005 nissan maxima v6 3.5l a5 speed has some very serious problems with the transmission, when driving it after a while, the transmission jerks or kicks when placed in reverse or drive and the rpms rises suddenly or drops when driving it at a normal speed. the catalyst converter obd light also keeps coming on. we have seen countless of similar concerns posted on social networks and online websites regarding all 2005 nissan maximas having the same issues. this is not an isolated issue as we now know. we as consumers believe that the transmission design has a major flaw and that nissan usa has been knowingly selling cars with such flaws. we need to have a government mandate to do a nationwide recall on this transmissions. thanks

Reported in: MODESTO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: MODESTO CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

transmission jerks into gear and shifts like it could blow up or destruct at any moment while driving!

Reported in: JASPER GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

ENGINE

transmission jerks into gear and shifts like it could blow up or destruct at any moment while driving!

Reported in: JASPER GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

ENGINE

the car shifts and changes gear extremely hard !!. the force with which the transmission changes gears causes the vehicle to lunge forward unexpectedly on acceleration, while going uphill, downhill and slowing down. i've had several close calls because of this and on the day in question, the turnpike was bumper to bumper so it was more stop and go than normal. i had to take the shoulder to avoid rear ending the car in front of me because i was inching along in traffic and on one occasion when the traffic moved the car bucked and lunged forward. i've had to replace my broken engine mounts because of the constant bucking and rocking. now i have to replace the transmission all together. there are tons of complaints regarding the same exact problems with this same make and model. this is a trend, it's dangerous and i believe is definitely a big safety issue. nissan corp has to be made aware of this.

Reported in: PHILADELPHIA PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: PHILADELPHIA PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reported in: BIRMINGHAM AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: BIRMINGHAM AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

automatic transmission hard shift between 1st and 2nd. delayed engagement from 2nd to 3rd the will drop a gear almost come to a stop with high rpm. hard shifts are violent and start after about 10 minutes of driving. have been making due with manual shift but now is not engaging in overdrive. car will drop out of overdrive not allowing highway speed. vehicle will stay in 5th gear even coming to a complete stop and then moving again. will not drop down a gear. have to pull over to set the car in park and restart the car to get it out of 5th gear. car has actually stalled slowing to a stop light or traffic. check engine light has come on and will not pass inspection in texas because code says transmission issue and to pass i must now spend $2500 for rebuilt or $4500+ for new. this is a total mechanical error which nissan is not accepting responsibility and is an actual safety hazard when the car dies at speed and downshift can be so violent that you drop 10 mph immediately and causes steering issues to control the jolt.

Reported in: MCKINNEY TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN

i bought my car used and i love it but after a month it started shifting hard and it doesn't want to shift from 2rd to 3rd. i have done everything i can to fix the problem and now they said transmission has to be replaced. i googled my car and now seen that i'm not the only one that is having the same problem!! this is a nissan manufacturing problem and with all the same complaints. i expect to have the car fixed, knowing that it isn't just me. please review my complaint along with everybody else that owns the nissan maxima' s. we all need for nissan to stop ignoring the problem and recall these models. thanks.

Reported in: WINCHESTER KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

i bought my 2005 nissan maxima sl from a used car dealership. it had some vibrating and shaking in the steering wheel and they gave me a temporary fix in order to send me on my way. two days after having the car it started shifting really hard from 1st to 2nd and then when downshifting. it has shifted so hard that a couple of times it has jerked me forward in my seat. at highway speeds sometimes it will just shift down for no reason. if i tap on the break it will shift when its not supposed to. when i put the shifter from reverse to drive it will feel like the engine is going to drop out of the bottom. this clearly needs to be fixed. i had a transmission flush and that didn't fix the problem. i have only had the car 3 months and im scared im going to get stranded somewhere.

Reported in: LITTLE ROCK AR || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the transmission failed began to slip in every gear, but more in first and second gear with a big bang after every attempt to shift gears was made. the vehicle was taken to the dealer and it was determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. the dealer did not give specifics on what caused the failure. the failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 132,000.

Reported in: ROANOKE VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN

for about the last 5-6 months i have been noticing a new problem with my vehicle. when shifting from r to d with my automatic transmission, the car will hesitate and then jerk into drive. sometimes the jerk is very hard and loud, and sometimes not so much. it does not always happen, but at least 1 time a day or if i am driving more, then perhaps up to 5-10 times a day. i have also noticed it when driving at certain speeds. sometimes around 25-30 mph, the car will slow down, then jerk back into the correct speed/gear. i had some work done probably late last year which was $800+ and other times before that as well which were quite pricey. as of yesterday, now my ac will not turn off, it is stuck on full blast. have also had problems with the doors not locking/unlocking with the remote which has been repaired. now i notice the driver side door at times does not lock with the remote. i am mostly concerned with the shifting problem from r to d as that seems like the most costly repair that will need to be done and have noticed that there are many complaints online about other owners with the same problem. i am hoping to have this paid for by nissan as i would not be able to afford this after the other repairs that have had to be done with the car and this seems to be faulty with the car in general.

Reported in: CASTROVILLE TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

whenever my 2005 nissan maxima is placed from reverse to drive, it hesitates and then jerks into drive. it is almost like a kicking motion. this is a very powerful motion that has agitated other parts of the car, resulting in loose hoses and clips. it appears that other owners of the same vehicle are having similar problems. i expect more from nissan as there should be a recall performed for the transmission. i am and individual who follows the owner manual maintenance schedule perfectly. this should not be happening this early on. this is a very serious issue and it is causing expensive damages to my maxima. fix it!

Reported in: MOORPARK CA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i have been driving my 2005 nissan maxima for awhile, but lately the transmission has been acting up. the maxima shifts gears very hard and causes a very dangerous thrusting motion. also, whenever the maxima is switched from reverse to drive it kicks forward very hard and loud. this has almost caused numerous accidents and nissan needs to handle this situation appropriately. i took the maxima into a local transmission shop and they informed me that the transmission nissan has put in this cars model is terrible and needs to be recalled. they informed me that my only option is to have the valve body rebuilt. this problem is extremely dangerous and causing damage to my surrounding parts of the vehicle. again, the transmission on the 2005 maxima needs to be recalled.

Reported in: MOORPARK CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

the transmission failed. it started jerking and shifting hard. i had transmission oil changed and flushed at a local nissan but it only worked temporarily. i have to replace the transmission at a cost of $3500-$5000.

Reported in: DICKINSON TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN

2005 nissan maxima began shifting heavy, especially when down shifting,heavy jerks at times, and delay or jump when put into drive. took to transmission place to check on issue once i said what kind of car i had he said let me guess 2005. they said they have seen several with issues some as early as 50,000 miles. i currently have 104,000 was informed that it was the transmission and also because of the jerking and engine mount was also needed.

Reported in: CANTON GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving at an unknown speed, the vehicle would no longer accelerate forward. the engine continued to operate but the vehicle would not respond to acceleration attempts. the contact had the vehicle towed to a dealer where it was determined that the transmission needed to be replaced. the failure mileage was current mileages were 100,000.

Reported in: SHELBY MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

traveling at 30 mph, vehicle began to upshift. also, made clunking noise when shifting to reverse, then to drive.

Reported in: ATCO NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

while driving the car in town the car started jerking erratically, launching forward, hard jerks, car shaking like crazy, smell burning smell in the car, i almost hit other cars due to my car jerking forward. i was frightened... the car is very unsafe to drive to say the very least. it doesn't matter what speed you are driving, it jerks and launches forward at will. my children could have got seriously hurt riding in this car. i paid close to $800 toget this car fixed in may of 2013, only to have it all happen all over again as the nissan corporation knew of defective transmissions in the nissan maxiamas. yet, they continue to sell these "death traps", to citizens.. this is an atrocity, what the nissan corporation has to done it's consumers.

Reported in: ERIE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: ERIE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: ERIE PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

automatic transmission violently shifts into gear from 1st to 2nd. also violent shifting when slowing down.

Reported in: LEVITTOWN PA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

my car transmission is slipping when trying to accelerate and shifts hard when its does in 1 and 2nd gear and sometimes stall the car and wont move only rev for about 5 secs then jerk hard enough to make it feel like i got hit by another car.

Reported in: CHARLETON SC || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

Reported in: CHARLETON SC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i bought this car used july 2013 test drove fine but it was a short drive after an hour of driving the car's transmission hit very hard in reverse and going from 1st to 2nd took the car back to dealership and was told i needed a new transmission they replaced it w a used one which scares me but they did fix it no charge it is a beautiful car and i hope it works out i owned a 2001 i30 infiniti and it was a great nissan please do a recall nissan too many expensive fixes for folks who love your cars.

Reported in: DENVER CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

transmission slipping, jerking and needs to be replaced. i am filing a complaint to document this early transmission failure, hoping for nissan to issue a recall or assist with the repair.

Reported in: NEWNAN GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

i was pulling out of taco bell drive thru when my car just jerked so hard causing me to whip lash. i almost got rear ended once i was on main road because my car was super slow to accelerate when this jerk happened. thankfully the car was able to merge onto other open lane. i have researched looking to see how i can fix it and all i see is 04 and 05 nissan maxima complaints of all same symptoms. then found out nissan knowingly put a transmission that they knew would fail in time but said nothing when they started making profits from transmission rebuilt and parts. they are putting my kids and i in danger. its going to take a death for someone to act on this.

Reported in: PHOENIX AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

my 2005 nissan maxima doesn't want to shift. it will rev the engine and shoot the rpm up to 4. i then have to let off the gas in hopes that it will shift. then today as i was driving it of course did this again but then i stopped in a turning lane to turn and when i went to start turning my cat would not go, revving the engine once more, i was almost hit. it finally decided to go. i have read reviews and seems that this is a problem with most nissan maxima's. i think they need to check into a recall.

Reported in: ESTILL SPRINGS TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

automatic transmission shifting issues. got the car and the gear shifting 2-3 was jerky. dealership said it was normal as a lie. upon driving 30-40 mins, the shifting from d to r and r to d has a delay and big bang/thump on the vehicle, again the dealer says that this is normal. downshifting from 3-2, the rpm revs up and the car shifts with a delay and slipping.

Reported in: CRANBERRY TWP PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN

harsh upshifts or downshifts during moderate acceleration or when slowing.

Reported in: PITTSBURGH PA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

SERVICE BRAKES

the transmission start shifting funny 2 years ago. in between 15-20 miles (1 gear) there was a delay and a click during shifting. at that time i had a warranty on my car , but the dealership's mechanics didn't identify a problem, right now it become more visible and the other dealer found the transmission replacement needed but the cat is out of warranty and replacement will be more than $ 4,000. i asked nissan corp. to cover this replacement as a goodwill repair, but was denied due to out warranty status (which makes no sense to me, as if i wouldn't be out of warranty why should i request repair from nissan corp. as i would be able to do it in any dealership). plus i have abs unit to be replace, but the problem is only in the solenoid not in unit, but the dealers do not replace the solenoid but need to replace the unit for $1,900.

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: BROOKLYN NY || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

my 2005 nissan maxima has been having a transmission problem since it reached about 69,000 miles. right now the main problem it does, is that in drive it jerks between 1st and 2nd shift. it also jerks pretty hard when downshifting from 2nd to 1st. when the problem was starting to begin, it only affected from shifting from reverse to drive,but has moved to the crazy jerking it does now. at about 71,000 miles i had the car taken to a dealership and they couldn't find anything from using a code reader, but from just some simple shifting out of gears (park to drive, park to rev) they recommended a trans oil change (about $250) which i denied, because i looked a the oil myself and it was still cherry red, so that was too much to spend to just "to see if that fixes the problem". so at about 79,000 miles when the hard jerking started getting bad, i took the car to a different dealership ,which then they did recognize the problem, and told me it would be about $4000 to replace the transmission, which stunned me, especially cause i had just finished paying off the car and the warranty had ended. so i obviously i denied such a costly repair,but in talking to the mechanic at the dealership , i told him that the jerking problem isn't so bad at all when i use the manual gearshifts and i asked him why. well he told me that problem could also be in the valve body which could be a cheaper fix,but they replace whole transmission units not parts, because of warranty purposes, but that he's seen quite a few similar problems with other vehicles. since i told him it was too much for me to spend he recommended a trans repair center. so when i took it there, they confirmed that just changing out the valve body would be a "bandaid fix" and that a full replacement would be needed (about $3500 from them). now in reading other stories from people with the same problem as mine.

Reported in: PHOENIX AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

ENGINE

Reported in: PHOENIX AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated while driving in reverse the vehicle would not accelerate. the vehicle, however would decelerate and slip out of gear while driving at various speeds. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. the technician stated the transmission had to be rebuilt and the computer also had to be replaced. after the vehicle was repaired the failure continued to occur. the recent vehicle failure was not repaired. the vin was not available. the approximate failure mileage was 82,000.

Reported in: POMPANO BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving 25 mph, the vehicle hard shifted from first to second gear. the vehicle would also hard shift between reverse and drive. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer for a diagnostic test. the dealer flushed the transmission but that did not remedy the hard shift. the dealer did not require the contact to replace the transmission. the failure mileage was 128,000. updated 9/17/13*cn the consumer stated the transmission failed to engage. updated 10/22/13

Reported in: CLEVELAND GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Reported in: CLEVELAND GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

having transmission issues shifting into and out of first gear. hesitation and "clunking feeling". car has always had slight hesitation shifting into/out of first since purchased new, but is much worse at higher mileage. dealer recommended transmission flush, has not solved problem. i have seen many online complaints with same problem, and same flushing recommendation that does not fix problem. i believe there needs to be a recall on this issue. waiting for repair estimates, but seeing anything from $3000-5000. i think there has been a defect since beginning with this transmission on the 2005 maxima, but has now become too noticeable to ignore. *tt

Reported in: LONDON KY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

transmission slips and jerks.

Reported in: JENNINGS MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

ENGINE

after purchasing car from dealer with 66300 miles i drove it for roughly a week when i started to notice the transmission slipping and jerking while going from gear to gear. the car started to drive like a manual even though it was automatic. then shifting to drive from reverse the car would kick and jerk very badly and a very heavy jerk while driving on the freeway when it goes into a different gear. i took it to a local nissan dealer after less than 1000 miles driven after being purchased and it was determined that the transmission was broken and 2 of the engine mounts were also broken which was determined to be a result from the bad transmission. the transmission was replaced along with the 2 engine mounts. at 66k miles the transmission on the car should not give out and after reading on various sites this seems to be a common problem with this vehicle. this car is not safe and nissan should take responsibility for putting out a unsafe vehicle that contains a bad transmission. *js

Reported in: ROCKWALL TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: ROCKWALL TX || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds and attempting to accelerate, the vehicle would jerk forward. the failure recurred intermittently. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin was not available. the approximate failure mileage was 85,000.

Reported in: JACKSONVILLE AR || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:BODY

i was preparing to exit out of a parking lot when suddenly my car jolted backward and hit the front bumper of the car behind me through no fault of my own. this car jerks and jolts unpredictably.

Reported in: SALISBURY MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

ENGINE

i was preparing to exit out of a parking lot when suddenly my car jolted backward and hit the front bumper of the car behind me through no fault of my own. this car jerks and jolts unpredictably.

Reported in: SALISBURY MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

the tranny is shifting wrong in 1st and 2nd gear.

Reported in: PHOENIX AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

driving 20-25 mph the transmission slips out of gear, took it to dealer and was told the motor mount was bad. had motor mount replace but the same thing happen over and over, took it back to dealer now he tells me that i need a new transmission, i researched and found that is a common problem with this model. this should be look into. *jb

Reported in: ROOSEVELT NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN

this vehicle has a problem with the way the transmission was built. my transmission is slipping gears "while driving" i can be on the highway doing 60mph and all of a sudden the gears will change and immediately "lock up" or the car automatically go to a lower speed. i have put in complaints with the maker, they are saying no recall as of yet, only the ones listed on this site for seat belts and the lower lubar switch. i took the car to several dealers and they are all saying the same thing and that is this vehicle falls under the list of poorly built transmissions. i bought the car used with 50,000 miles and is now facing a $6000 repair job??? really. i feel it is unfair a company can put out a bad seed and have no repercussions until an unfortunate event happens.

Reported in: CINCINNATI OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

nissan transmission failure - class action suit filed with attorneys for this case: [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Reported in: RIO RANCHO NM || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

ENGINE

i bought a used nissan maxima for 8,000 since the day i bought it, the car has a hard time shifting from 1st gear to 2nd gear and so on it makes a loud clunk noise and is staring to damage the mounts. i have read similar complaints to mine online and need to learn how to get it recalled or fixed.

Reported in: SALEM UT || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: SALEM UT || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

my car jerks really hard. coming in and out of 1st and 2nd gear. will jump after being put into drive. takes a while to catch drive from park. gears slip while driving down road and engine just begins to rev by itself. i see tons of the same complaints online. how do we get this obvious recurrent issue resolved without spending thousands?!?!

Reported in: ELLAVILLE GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

the vehicle began to hard very hard shifts between 1st and 2nd gear during acceleration and deceleration. recently the car has been shutting off on the road when i drive, there is a hard bang every time i put the car in reverse and drive. i am a survivor of 6 separate cancers, and fear driving this car to and from my check ups and chemo appointments at the hospital. my car shut off on the highway on the way to chemo, and i should not have to fear for my life because of nissans poor manufacturing. i am on disability and do not have the $4,000 nissan told me it would cost to repair the car. this is a common problem that almost every 2004-2006 nissan maxima owner has, but nissan refuses to acknowledge the problem and issue a recall. a quick google search will yield thousands of complaints about the same issue, and nissan refusing to help. this is why in 2007 nissan went to a cvt transmission and warrantied it up to 10years/120k miles (because they knew of the 04-06 failures even though they are not helping those people out). i called nissan consumer affairs and they refused any assistance in helping me fix the problem. i now have to pay $3,450 for a repair due to an issue with nissans worksmanship.

Reported in: MONROE NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

car began jerking and skipping. lost all control and car completely stalled out in the middle of 5 lane traffic. repairs were made and car has begun jerking again.

Reported in: ABERDEEN MS || Crash: N || VIN #:

STRUCTURE:BODY

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated the floorboards on the front passenger side were covered with rust. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for inspection. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified of the defect. the approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

Reported in: PORTAGE MI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN

2005 nissan maxima. consumer writes in regards to vehicle transmission defects. *smd the consumer stated several months ago, he felt some minor jerking when shifting gears. recently, the jerking became stronger and more frequent, even happening when the vehicle was in motion. upon having the vehicle inspected, the consumer was informed the transmission needed to be replaced. the consumer was informed to take the vehicle to a nissan dealer, where the same problem was diagnosed, along with some other issues that were probably related to the transmission defect such as a timing problem.

Reported in: BALTIMORE MD || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving approximately 15 mph, the vehicle hard shifted from first to second gear without warning. the vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 80,000 and the current mileage was 100,000.

Reported in: FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

the transmission slips and jerks the car when up and downshifting between first and second gear. the car has had strong jerks when going from park or reverse to drive as well. this is a major safety concern and should be a recall with the number of complaints over the same issue.

Reported in: MADISON WI || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

my 2005 nissan maxima started showing signs of what may be serious transmission problems ,mainly after vehicle is warmed up transmission has a harsh shift ,and hard jerking that would start in 1st gear going into 2nd gear ,this happened around 80,000 miles .i took it to the dealership but for whatever reason they couldn't find anything wrong with the car ,at currently 148,000 miles car still has exact the same issue ..car does runs great on highway only .i've seen i am not the only one having this type of issue maxima is a nice car but having to deal with transmission problems not so ..specially since it cost from 3,000 to 4,000 brand new hopefully there's some type of recall so they can helps us out here and get the problem solved.

Reported in: PHOENIX AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

-accelerating car jerks bad between 1st & 2nd gear. -slowing down, car kicks & jerks when down shifting -putting the car from park to drive it hesitates a few seconds -transmission slips out of gear causing the rpm to jump up to 3-5k seems to be a widespread issue with this model nissan maxima. i visit to the dealer resulted in being told that i need a new transmission.

Reported in: LOS ANGELES CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

ENGINE

my car starting jerking between 2nd and 3rd gears. i made an appt with my local nissan dealer for a few days later and within those few days it progressed to severe bucking between gears and i no longer felt it was safe to drive, luckily the dealer isn't far from my house. i was told my transmission needed to be replaced and 3 engine mounts were cracked. total cost $5200. i wasn't able to come up with that much money so they fixed the engine mounts and flushed and filled the transmission fluid to give me a little more time. it still jerks between 2nd and 3rd and will need to be replaced very soon, but this is a very expensive repair, $4,000!! it is also a known problem that nissan should be paying for!! the forums are full of people having the same issue and there is a class action law suit!! the technician at my local dealer even made a comment that this is a "known problem". it's time to make nissan pay for the faulty transmissions that are causing unsafe cars to be on the road. i'm still worried someone is going to re-end me because i have to start off so slow to reduce the jerking between gears.

Reported in: THORNTON CO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

2005 nissan maxima se, transmission problems. sometimes shifts violently, when in reverse & jumps from 2 to 3 gear, almost like being rear ended, also revs up to 5 or 6 rpm on the tact without foot on pedal, and looses power. i took it to a nissan dealer who told me i needed a new transmission for $4000.00 and because of the shifting the motor mounts also need replaced. one time the car will drive fine then the next all the problems are back. i have looked on several nissan web sites for complaints on this car, there are hundreds of people with the exact 2005 nissan maxima se transmission problem, why nissan does not look into a recall on this car is unbelievable. there is no way several hundreds of people can be having the very same problem and it not being because of the car. this defect in this car is extremely dangerous. please look into this before someone gets seriously hurt or killed. look for yourself and see how many people are demanding nissan recall the 2005 nissan maxima se.

Reported in: NEVADA MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: NEVADA MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

ENGINE

Reported in: NEVADA MO || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E95C

POWER TRAIN

my car started jerking all of a sudden. i , took it to transmission shop and was told that it was my transmission going bad. i was told that it will cost me $3,000 or more to repair. i had only had the car for a year. i didn't realize this is an going issue until i started researching further into the history for the male and model of this car. nissan needs to step up and own up to their defective cars.

Reported in: JACKSON MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

ENGINE

Reported in: JACKSON MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

when turning in burger king drive thru turning the vehicle the drive shaft something in it broke and the wheels wouldn't turn. we would turn the steering wheel snd it wou ld just sound like popping sound. if i would have been driving down the highway it could have killed me.

Reported in: DARIEN GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

Reported in: DARIEN GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: DARIEN GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

i live in washington state. i bought my 2005 maxima se in feb 24 2007 with 48,000 miles on it. when it reach 98,000 miles (mostly highway miles), my automatic transmission began displaying shifting problems. 1.from park and/or reverse to drive it had a 5 second delay to shift into gear, and when it did it shifted hard. 2.transmission slipped out of gear during slow and go driving causing the engine to rev at high rpm?s and then slamming into gear. 3.very hard shifts between 1st and 2nd gear when shifting up and down at speeds of 15 to 25 mph. 4.once it slipped out of gear, and shut my engine down. during slow and go driving i could feel the transmission begin to shift at15 mph, and get a hard shift at about 20 and 25 mph. it shifted hard back and forth between high and low gears. i also, experienced lag time, and high rpm?s before it slammed into gears when shifting. every transmission place i went to wanted $3500 to $4000 to replace it. as an alternative, i bought a used automatic transmission with 62,000 miles in dec 15 2008, and had it installed for $2000.00. after 150,000 miles (mostly highway miles) on the replacement transmission i began to experience identical problems as described above. i?ve had the cam sensors, solenoids, and fluids replaced and it still response the same way. i find it odd of 2 different transmissions that acting the same way. also, ever since i got this car i have to replace the headlights ever year. not good for a car that cost $40,000 new from a company that used to have a good reputation.

Reported in: KENNEWICK WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: KENNEWICK WA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

my 2005 nissan maxima has severe transmission problems. the gears jerk very hard and slips. i've had the transmission fluid changed,nothing has helped.

Reported in: CHICKASAW AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN

not long ago my nissan has started to have shifting issues , when i put the car into drive or reverse it take a few seconds then it jerks into gear which is wearing out the motor mounts . i have tried changing camshaft sensors which has helped some other people but didn't not fix my problem. now the car takes off while im driving ! when accelerating from a light the rpms will jump to 6k and the car will grab a gear and take off which has been vary uncomfortable to drive lately be cause i am afraid it will ram me into a car infront of me . i really like my car inside and out but this shifting problem is killing me and i don't have $4k to have a new transmission installed , i have no other cars so i have no other choice but to drive it to where i need to go. i haven't even had the car for more than a few months so i am trapped making payments on it even if i cant drive it .i have read on many different forums about people having the same problems and haven't found a way to fix it , with as many reviews of people having problems with their maxima the transmission should be recalled and replaced free of charge .

Reported in: ANCHORAGE AK || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

my car began jerking violently when shifting into 1st and 2nd, just as bad or worse when downshifting it would literally jump around in traffic. i had to drive it this way until it broke completely or i saved the 2000 to repair the valve body. luckily i came up with this money before i was stranded. it was very nerve racking every time i drove because it would jerk and jump making me think i was going to hit someone or at times it felt like i'd been hit from behind when it slammed it 1st on downshifting. i was told by my dealer to trade it in, it was an issue with all these model cars. also every transmission shop in my town that i contacted knew exactly the problem because they had seen it so many times and had a fleet of them already at their shop to repair. then was told by nissan corporate that it was not a safety issue, so no recall. so this has cost so many people their time and money only to generate more profit for nissan. these bad valve bodies that they knowingly put in these models which are expensive and dangerous had to be purchased from nissan!!! this is so wrong on so many levels. i love my car otherwise but it infuriates me that nissan will not own up to what they did wrong!!! and are making more money off the people who trusted them and their products.

Reported in: BARTLETT TN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

transmission failure. was replaced at my expense for 3000.00 dollars and now march 9 , 2014 it has failed again. i suspect a factory defect. i am told that this is a common issue and recurs often with this model. dealership or nissan must replace at their own expense. internet is full of personal testimony by thousands for the same problem. nissan must accept responsibility and issue a recall.

Reported in: BIRMINGHAM AL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

severe transmission problems! 1. when slowing down around a turn, upon accelerating, there was a hard knock. almost felt as if i had gotten rear ended. 2. when slowing down to a stop, shifting from 3 to 2 was also very hard 3. sometime when slowing down, i would put the transmission in neutral to avoid #2 above. when i would put transmission back into drive, the car would shift hard from first to second and then to third. 4. when coasting downhill, it would intermittently feel as if i was applying the brakes.

Reported in: SHREWSBURY MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

transmission problems. the car has a hard jerk when putting into gear. sometimes while driving there is a delay in the shift change causing the vehicle to idle hard.

Reported in: HALIFAX VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

transmission problems. the car has a hard jerk when putting into gear. sometimes while driving there is a delay in the shift change causing the vehicle to idle hard.

Reported in: HALIFAX VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

i have had my 2005 nissan maxima for 7 months and since i have purchased this car i have noticed jerking. when i put the car in drive it hesitates for 3-5 seconds then it jerks. when it shifts from 1st to 2nd gear it jerks. when it down shifts from 2nd to 1st it jerks. when driving in stop and go traffic sometimes it doesn't respond when pressing the gas pedal, it hesitates for about 3 seconds and then jerks really hard then takes off. please do something about this issue. i have taken the car to different shops to get it worked on but when they tell me it will cost $3000 for a transmission repair i have gone back to pick up my car because i can't afford the prices.

Reported in: CANAL WINCHESTER OH || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

the car jerks into gear when accelerating from a light. after accelerating from a stop at 3000 rpm, the car bucks and jerks into gear. the engine revs before the transmission catches gears. when the engine is warm, after about 30 minutes, when changing from drive to reverse or park, the transmission hesitates and jerks very hard into gear.

Reported in: CHICAGO IL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i purchased my 2005 nissan maxima in december 2012 - and drove it smoothly and peacefully for about 6 months. once the mileage hit about 89,000 miles the transmission began slipping and within a few days the violently hard shifting began, stalling between park and reverse and reverse into drive. one time it shifted so hard, the check engine light came on and it seemed as though i had no first gear. i wanted this particular car so bad - and am now so disappointed in nissan -a company and car that at one time i valued so much. what a let down. i am afraid to drive my car that i still owe 10k on - wow.

Reported in: WOODSTOCK GA || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i am having a transmission issue that cant seem to be figured out. i am experiencing a hard jerk when i shift gears from 1st-2nd gear. it wont happen for days but all of a sudden it will comeback. for some reason no one can tell me what's wrong but there seems to be lots of reports and complaints about the problem on 2004-early 2005 model nissan maximas. i love the car but nissan needs to be made aware of this issue.

Reported in: AUSTIN TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

STEERING

Reported in: AUSTIN TX || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

trans slipping and jerking in to gear.

Reported in: ANNISTON AL || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

2005 nissan maxima transmission is failing prematurely. thousands of other complaints similar to mine online. hard knock when shifting from 1st to 2nd, then delay in transmission "catching" 4th gear (loss of power). if acceleration is needed at that point to avoid an accident, it would not be available. also, immediate loss of transmission is a safety concern in all cases. according to online reports, these are not isolated incidents and there should be an immediate recall to replace the transmissions in these vehicles.

Reported in: HIGH POINT NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

noticed that transmission was not engaging between first and second gear. when it did engage there was a very strong foward surge. this became very serious when stopped at busy intersection and would proceed to cross intersection the car would surge forward. when driving on freeway and attempting to pass slower cars the same strong forward surge would occur. i returned the car to our local nissan dealer and was told that the motor mounts needed to be replaced at a cost of $800.00. they felt that would cure the problem. it did not! i signed on to the internet and discovered countless of the other 2005 nissan maxima owners with the very same complaint. i contacted nissan north america about the surge and they were not intrested. my wife drives the maxima most of the time and is afraid that will cause a serious or fatal accident. no one has been injured or killed as far as i know. not yet!! i strongly believe that nhtsa should be concerned and have this car recalled for repairs. thank you for your prompt attention and concern

Reported in: PEORIA AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

i have an 2005 maxima 3.5l sl. it has been jerking going into second gear when accelerating and also during deceleration. only when i slow down under 20mph, then press the gas @ about 17mph appx. then it shifts hard. the transmissions is not wanting to go into 2nd and 3rd gear. then when it does it jerks really hard which is now messing up the motor mounts.

Reported in: EDEN PRAIRIE MN || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle began to jerk and lunge independently. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where the contact was informed that the transmission would need to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified but offered no assistance. the failure and current mileage was 75,000.

Reported in: LYNN MA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

POWER TRAIN

the problem began with hard shifts between 2nd and 3rd gear. i took the vehicle to the dealership which i purchased it from but they could not replicate the problem and said there was no problem. after that incident, the problem continued to happen sporadically and when the vehicle reached 102k miles the transmission began going into safe mode after the vehicle was driven more that 10 to 12 miles.

Reported in: KISSIMMEE FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

i had the transmission flushed/serviced at a local nissan dealership. the transmission started slipping and jerking between speeds of 20 to 30 mph. sometime it also slips and jerks when i engage the reverse gear. i also started smelling a faint burning smell since then. at a 130000 i had the transmission fluid drained and filled again as the color of the fluid had changed to dark red. i had hoped that the slipping and jerking would go away, but that has not happened. in fact it has grown worse. i have gone online and have found out that mine is not an isolated problem. there are thousands of complaints from 2004-06 maxima owners who are having similar problems with their transmissions. i think it is about time that nissan owns up to this transmission problem with these 2004-06 maximas and issues a recall, replacement and a fix of these defective transmissions. there are posts on numerous nissan forums about owners who have figured out that all these problems are solenoid and valve related, within the bad transmissions. i did approach a nissan dealership, explained this problem in detail, but got nowhere with them. they refuse to acknowledge that such a problem exists. i however got estimate of $4500 from one dealership for replacing the transmission in my car. i also understand there has been a class action lawsuit by some nissan maxima owners since 2011. i am currently researching joining them in this lawsuit. i am on my third maxima since 1999. if nissan does not come through with a recall/replacement/fix of this problem, this is surely my last one.

Reported in: ALTAMONTE SPRINGS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: ALTAMONTE SPRINGS FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

POWER TRAIN

the transmission jerks really badly when the car shifts from second to third gear. happens spontaneously, typically around 35-45 mph. when i took it into the repair shop, they said they could not replicate the problem, so i just have to deal with it for now. seems to occur more frequently when the car is close to needing an oil change. i noticed a ton of other complaints about the exact same thing, and think it is obscene that a recall has not been issued or an investigation conducted at the minimum.

Reported in: O FALLON MO || Crash: N || VIN #:

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

the transmission is doing hard shifts and i fear it is going to fail. also the throttle position sensor is giving me problems too.

Reported in: ANN ARBOR MI || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

the transmission is doing hard shifts and i fear it is going to fail. also the throttle position sensor is giving me problems too.

Reported in: ANN ARBOR MI || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the transmission is doing hard shifts and i fear it is going to fail. also the throttle position sensor is giving me problems too.

Reported in: ANN ARBOR MI || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

two years ago, my 2005 maxima started having a hard jerk when it shifts from 1st-2nd gear, and from 2nd-1st. it is not safe to drive it on the roads. this maxima had many problems and lots of headaches. a piece of junk, no more nissan cars.

Reported in: LIVINGSTON NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

the transmission jerked while exiting the freeway and coming to a stop at the end of the off ramp. it downshifted improperly and will not come out of 5th gear. it jumps from 2nd gear to 4th or 5th when taking off.

Reported in: OVERLAND PARK KS || Crash: N || VIN #: JM1FE173050

POWER TRAIN

like so many other people, my 2005 nissan began shifting roughly between reverse and drive, then between lower gears. it would slip out of gear when driving, and the engine would rev up to ~3500rpm before slamming back into gear. clearly, i have the same bad maxima transmission as everyone else. there really should be a recall.

Reported in: ATLANTA GA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E75C

POWER TRAIN

i drive the car and it is hard to shift gears. when i put the car in drive it jerks very hard. called the dealership and it was said by the dealership that it is not the transmission but instead it was the motor mounts that were the problem. once the motor mount was fixed, the problem still persist. i call the dealer back and they have yet to give me a response. when driving, in between 1st and 2nd gear it shift to the 4th or 5th gear causing the car to jerk forward if suddenly accelerated. complicated situation.

Reported in: NEWARK NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

Reported in: NEWARK NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reported in: NEWARK NJ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

my 2005 nissan maxima se gives delayed gear shifts and as a result a significant jerk while driving. it is mainly when driving at lower speeds. i am reporting as this shift issue is a known issue with 2005 nissan maxima and has been reported by several other owners. i hope nissan fizes this known issue with my car.

Reported in: MIAMISBURG OH || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

AIR BAGS

tl * the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the air bag sensor illuminated intermittently. the front passenger side air bag sensor displayed that it was off when a passenger was occupying the seat. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified. the approximate failure mileage was 2,000.

Reported in: WALLINGFORD CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

STRUCTURE

tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the front passenger side floor board was corroded and developed a hole. the contact mentioned that as a result of the failure, fumes were emitted into the vehicle. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 92,000.

Reported in: NEW HAVEN CT || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

my 2005 nissan maxima started slippin gears between 2 and 3rd during moderate acceleration and when slowing down, took it the the nissan dealer, for them to tell me it needs a new transmission, i told them its a known problem, however they do not want to help me out, $4400 for repair

Reported in: CHICAGO IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E85C

POWER TRAIN

for about six months, i�ve been experiencing my transmission slipping/jerking from 2nd to 3rd gear when i either accelerate or decelerate and also when i move from park to drive, and reverse. i, like countless others who have had this issue was told it was my motor mounts at first. got those fixed and the problem still persisted. took it to a nissan dealership and they said i need to replace my transmission ($4300). i am shocked to see so many people complaining about the same issue. the jerking is very abrupt and startling. there is a serious delay in changing gears and sometimes, the car won�t catch into drive/rhythm which causes the rpms to rev higher than normal. this is draining my gas mileage as well. i was told by another mechanic that it is the transmission selinoid and valve that need to be replaced which would cost $1,500. this is a known problem for these models and there are hundreds of valued nissan owners who have to drive their car with uneasiness and fear that their transmission will fail them while on the road, endangering themselves and others. there needs to be a recall on the transmissions. this is not fair to people who have invested into these cars for reliability and safety.

Reported in: HERNDON VA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

POWER TRAIN

i bought a 2005 nissan maxima from private owner less than a week ago. the car had a hard shift when put into drive. the lady i bought from, told me that at the nissan dealership they said the transmission is working properly and it needs the transmission mounts thats all. she replaced one side but did not have money to do the other side. i was able to drive about 1000 miles before the transmission stopped working. i have read so many complains online about the same exact issue and nissan will not take any responsability.

Reported in: TUCSON AZ || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41EX5C

POWER TRAIN

this veichle along with many 2004-2006 nissan maxims have a lot of transmission issues, my car has switched gets so hard i hd a minor whiplash, the rpms raise so high this needs to be addressed asap. this is a bad issue that happens it causes my veichle to jump forward after pressing on the gas, and i have a 2 yr old daughter this is unacceptable and someone needs to do something about this, help the people, someone get off their assess and help us.

Reported in: MANVILLE RI || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

my 2005 nissan maxima experiences shifting problems from 1st to 2nd gear, it slams into gear, revs the rpm up past 5, downshifts on its own. delays when changing gears and them slammed itself into gear causing car to jerk forward or slamm to a stop. i have taken my car into shop several times was told that it is a defect in the transmission valve body, took car to dealer without them even testing car they said it was the motor mounts. this is the 4th nissan i've owned never experienced this type of issue. after review of other complaints thousands of other owners are having the exact same problem some with as few as 30,000.00 miles this is obviously a manufacturing issue with this model of nissan

Reported in: LAS VEGAS NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E45C

STRUCTURE:BODY

* year, make, model: 2005 nissan maxima se * problem summary:: two problems - (1) severe corrosion / rust at passenger side floor panel (inside-out corrosion); issues are directly related with consumer safety and product quality standards. * car purchase history: single owner & brand new car purchased from nissan car dealer (i.e. we purchased car from nissan dealer); all maintenance is properly performed. *** issue - detail description: *** issue 1: corrosion problem: * two years back (approx. during april 2013), i have realized that there is a severe corrosion / rust at passenger side floor panel. make a note that corrosion is extremely severe. i took car to nissan car dealer (mcgrath nissan, elgin, il). * dealer asked me to directly deal with nissan company. i did called nissan and filed complaint with nissan consumer affairs (case no: 11584836). also, i believe, dealer (nissan - mcgrath, elgin, il) also sent pictures of corrosion / rust to nissan company. almost close to have a hole in floor panel through & through hole). * if you google for such similar issues across various customers, there are so many similar issues (exactly similar issue - 2005 nissan maxima - corrosion / rust at passenger side floor panel) overall feedback from nissan: per nissan, corrosion is not covered after 5-6 years (no warranty is covered). they can not do anything. all this issue is still open and hence, i am reaching out here. dealer has quoted me for approx. $ 3000 for this fix. lol�.all wants easy money; no one wants accountability. customer request: my request is: are there any regulation that can regulate safty & quality of the car; or manufacturer to be accountable for such issue and ethically fix this for customer? we paid approx. $36000 for such car quality? wow..... let me see what national car safety - dot can do.....hope for the best.

Reported in: STREAMWOOD IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: STREAMWOOD IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

ENGINE

* year, make, model: 2005 nissan maxima se * problem summary:: knocking or rattling noise from engine. issue is directly related with consumer safety and product quality standards. * car purchase history: single owner & brand new car purchased from nissan car dealer (i.e. we purchased car from nissan dealer); all maintenance is properly performed. in march 2012, we took car to nissan dealer. per dealer, engine chain is hitting and causing knocking or rattling noise in engine. if you google for this issue, there are so many issues (exactly similar issue - 2005 nissan maxima - engine knocking or rattling issue) overall feedback from nissan dealer: we / customer is responsible for the issue. nissan did not covered it. we paid @ $1700 cash (march 27, 2013) to fix that issue. now at this time, (i.e. june 28, 2014) - this similar noise is appearing again. customer request: i am an engineer; when it comes to safety & quality, i know what i am talking about. anyone can file a lawsuit � just to be ready for time and money (i wish for that open check book). my request is: are there any regulation that can regulate safety & quality of the car; or manufacturer to be accountable for such issue and ethically fix this for customer? we (customer) paid approx. $36000 for such car quality? wow..... i have all the evidence of engine fix maid with nissan mcgrath - elgin, il dealer... all evidence are there... when i say evidence, it is legal evidence. i mean this. no talk...all official evidence. let me see what national car safety - dot can do.....hope for the best.

Reported in: STREAMWOOD IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: STREAMWOOD IL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E25C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

undercarriage rust rotting of floor board on passenger side

Reported in: CHEEKTOWAGA NY || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

POWER TRAIN

after coming to a stop the car does not want to accelerate. going from 1st to 2nd is the biggest challenge but the car is not shifting well into any gear. the transmission already failed at 48,000 miles and was replaced under warranty. it is sad to know that nissan would not correct the true problem, simply mask it for the time being and put a single mother right back into the same difficult situation. this is my only means of transportation. 2 out of the 4 cars that i have owned have been nissan's. i purchased this car for reliability. sure, problems will come about with any car over 100,000 miles, but you don't expect the transmission to go out on your nissan. nissan needs to correct the problem with these prematurly failing transmissions!

Reported in: LAS VEGAS NV || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E35C

POWER TRAIN

after the car runs for about 15 minutes the transmission slips or comes out of gear at 5-45 mph. when you pull out in traffic and are trying to get up to speed its like it goes from in gear to neutral with your foot on the gas. i have seen hundreds of complaints on 2005 nissan maxima with the same problem that i have that will get people killed god only knows how many already have!!! nissan is well aware of the problems and refused to cooperate with a recall on a poor product. please help all of the 2005 maxima owners

Reported in: SELMER TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

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.

Reported in: SOMERVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

SERVICE BRAKES

Reported in: SOMERVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

Reported in: SOMERVILLE TN || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

car kept jerking between gears, engine rev'd to 5000 rpms car lunged forward - hitting trailer hitch and rear end of an suv stopped in road construction.

Reported in: HUBBARD NE || Crash: Y || VIN #: 1N4BA41E15C

POWER TRAIN

okay, i am like almost everybody on here! my car several years ago starting slipping in between 1st and 2nd gear. jerking forward and i have nearly gotten into several wrecks because of it. took to the dealership and they said it was my transmission valve body. i paid over a $1000 bucks and the told me my transmission would eventually go. which is a $3200 fix. what the crap. it's not my fault they made a faulty part. own up to it and fix it. well this past friday 08/08/2014, the transmission finally went. now i have lost my only vehicle and don't have the money to fix it. there should be a recall!!

Reported in: BLADENBORO NC || Crash: N || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

automatic transmission:1) when you shift from park to drive the car does not engage at first then suddenly engages and accelerates very quickly. 2) hard jerking shifting from 1st to 2nd and from 2nd to 1st. 3) when de-accelerating from a higher gear transmission disengages then engages hard. 4) the car intermittently does this going a day or two performing normally.

Reported in: HICKORY FLAT MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

Reported in: HICKORY FLAT MS || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E65C

SERVICE BRAKES

we purchased this car in 08/13 after we bought the car it needed a transmission then ended up putting 2 transmissions in the car, also a new throttle body with all this and the purchase of the car it is over $8,000 in this useless car, that now is totaled due to faulty brakes and traction control, these cars are dangerous it was only goin 20 mph the brakes were applied, and the brakes locked and the throttle was hung open, then it hit a bank and flipped over now it is totaled and we have nothing these cars are junk.

Reported in: WASHINGTON VA || Crash: Y || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

Reported in: WASHINGTON VA || Crash: Y || VIN #:

ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL

Reported in: WASHINGTON VA || Crash: Y || VIN #:

POWER TRAIN

i am the original owner of a 2005 nissan maxima. car only has 56,000 miles on it. at 50,000 miles i started experiencing problems when i put the car in reverse it would jerk really bad, then put into drive and again a very bad jerk. it is very scary and i know that it is a transmission problem with the gears. when i drive between 20-30 miles it just starts jerking again and the gears on the transmission change. i need 2 motor mounts due to this problem. i would hope with all of these complaints, there will be a safety recall on this issue.

Reported in: POMPANO BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

Reported in: POMPANO BEACH FL || Crash: N || VIN #:

ENGINE

transmission clunks when shifting, engine timing chain guides worn out making loud noises at idle

Reported in: YUBA CITY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

POWER TRAIN

transmission clunks when shifting, engine timing chain guides worn out making loud noises at idle

Reported in: YUBA CITY CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E05C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

my car has been jerking when going into second and third gears, engine revs while driving then jerks again and makes a loud noise. i am scared to be close to another car because i don't know what it's going to do next. it only has 83,000 miles on it and has been kept up for services and no real problems until now. i would like for this to be investigated to the fullest. i bought this car brand new and one of the reason i bought it was for its safety record, which i am not feeling very safe in it now. i should not be having these problems with the mileage i have on it!

Reported in: BUENA PARK CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

ENGINE

Reported in: BUENA PARK CA || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

UNKNOWN OR OTHER

the 2005 nissan maxima (and other models during this year) has a valve body defect and the company refuses to recognize and recall the problem. this part helps the vehicle with shifting through gears. as it stands right now every time the vehicle goes from first to second gear, there is a huge vehicle jerk (similar to being in a rear end car collision). the vehicle also jerks when going from second to first. at times, the car even delays in shifting putting the driver even more at risk there are many consumers that have the same problem. the valve body is such an issue that there is a pending lawsuit against nissan for this problem. driving with a defected valve body is an enormous safety issue and nissan feels it is not their issue to deal with.

Reported in: PALM HARBOR FL || Crash: N || VIN #: 1N4BA41E55C

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