CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2004-2006 Nissan Maxima has widespread transmission problems. It starts with the vehicle jerking when shifting, & progresses to full-blown transmission failure.
Maxima owners report spending $3,000 to replace the transmission, typically around when the odometer hits 100,000 miles.
There's a class action lawsuit filed in late 2011, & it is still in the "discovery" stage. Apparently, these things take time ... far too much time.
10.0
really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
2 / 0
Average Mileage:
20,363 miles
About These NHTSA Complaints:
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2004 Nissan Maxima. Goodyear tire recall concern and complaint. Customer states that he never received a recall for the tires on his vehicle that he had to replace with his own money. The consumer noticed cracks on two of his tires. The consumer was unaware of any recall, therefore he decided to replace the tires with the same brand that was previously on his vehicle. Updated 09/18/07
After replacing three out of four tires on 5/29/07 for cracking around the entire outside of the sidewalls I received a letter dated June 15,2007 stating there was a problem with the tires. Obviously I had already paid $593.80 out of pocket. Because dobbs was not notified by good year until June (according to good years assistance center) they did not put the reason for replacement on my receipt. I promptly returned to the dobbs location and spoke with them and they filled out the claim form provided by good year to verify my three tires were replaced for that reason. I then sent my paid receipt along with claim for to good year. Now, almost three months later good year is refusing to refund me their consumer for a problem they know exists. Their reasoning, the dobbs employee did not write on the claim form (a claim for designed by good year) why the tires were replaced. Common sense would tell a consumer and the employee at dobbs if they are fillling out a claim form, for a problem good year admits they are having with their tires, that is why the tires were replaced. I am a very frustrated consumer that had my tires replaced due to a safety issue and now am getting the run around from good year who is fully aware they have a problem. I guess in their minds I should have continued driving the vehicle with the tires cracked for an additional two weeks until I got their letter and dobbs would have never charged me the consumer. Nevermind the safety of the consumer and their passengers. The NHTSA is obviously designed as a organization to keep people safe in the event of equipment failure such as this tire issue. Unfortunately, it is apparent to me the good year will go to extreme measures in order to not take responsibility for the poor product they made available to the consumer. As they clearly, state in their letter it is just a "cosmetic" issue, they are taking no responsibilty and once again the consumer is paying the price.
2004 Nissan Maxima with defective tires customer wants to be reimbursed for the tires** the consumer wanted to be reimbursed for purchasing 4 new tires due to sidewall cracks in the tire.
The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Maxima. The vehicle has Goodyear, size P245/45R18 tires. While driving 35 mph or greater, the contact heard a consistent loud noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times for a tire alignment, but the noise continued. It was later discovered that all four tires had a nine inch crack on the inside sidewalls. The current mileage was 26,008 and failure mileage was 54. The consumer provided the repair invoice and pictures of the defects on the tire. The consumer stated the dealer provided a check for the tires but consumer stated it does not cover the cost of the worries and headache dealing with the tires. Updated 08/23/07
- Anderson, SC, USA
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The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Maxima. The vehicle has a set of Goodyear Eagle rs-a, size P245/45R18 tires. The contact received a recall notice indicating that her tires could potentially be defective and, if the tires have any cracks, they should be replaced. There were no cracks or damage to her tires. While driving 25 mph, the front passenger side tire blew out. The tires were never inspected on a regular basis. The mechanic stated that there was no way the tire should have failed, unless she was given a defective set. Her tires displayed no evidence of the defect. The mechanic also stated that she had at least 10,000 more miles left on the tire. The tires have not been replaced. The VIN, engine size, dot number, and recall number were unknown. The current and failure mileages were 40,000.
Goodyear tire and rubber company customer satisfaction program reimbursement form customer is upset about 4 year time lapses** the consumer stated had vehicle for 4 years now and now the dealer is informing customers that the tires may be subject to cracks in the mid to upper sidewall of the tire and to take the vehicle to the nearest Goodyear. The consumer stated that the original tires were replaced and would not be purchasing anymore Goodyear tires.
Biggest problem is the transmission on the 2004 Maxima. It started with jerking, and speed changes while driving. Rotators, air conditioning, tires, struts, and trembling in wheel. Transmission is an ongoing problem. Also, the struts were replaced, trembling is still there, air conditioning low and hose replaced. But now it rumbles when turned on. Tires almost cost me life on expressway due to crack in sidewalls.
The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that the front driver and passenger side Goodyear Eagle tires (size P245R18) have cracked. The manufacturer stated that the tires are not a safety issue and would not replace them. The purchase date and failure mileage were unknown. The current mileage is 65,000.
The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Maxima. The vehicle contains the originally manufactured Goodyear Eagle rs-a (P245/45R18) tires. All four tires have cracked. The contact replaced them with four new Michelin tires. The current mileage is 15,695 and failure mileage was 15,000.
The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Maxima. While driving 35 mph, the front passenger side tire blew out and cracks were present in the tread. The remaining Goodyear Eagle rs-a (P245/45R18) tires were also cracked. All four tires were replaced. The contact does not have the invoice or the tires. The current mileage is 40,000 and failure mileage was 39,000.
I own a 2004 Nissan Maxima. I had the tires replaced at around 30,000 miles due to "cupping" on the tires. They wore terribly and were making a terrible noise. I then had to have the right front strut and bearings replaced at 31,000 miles and now at 47,000 miles my left front strut and bearings needs replacing, which will cost me nearly $400. The car has a bad vibration in the steering wheel at 50-60 miles per hour and when braking. Now, my new set of tires have worn badly and are so noisy that you cannot hold a normal conversation at freeway speed. I love the look of the car, but I cannot wait to get rid of it! it is obviously not safe if the suspension bounces you all over the road! additionally, I have had to have the heat shield replaced once and now it needs it again. The power outlets are in the worst possible places I have ever seen. Nissan....please do something about this before your loyal customers pay for this flaw!
The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Maxima. While driving 5 mph into the driveway it was difficult to steer the vehicle. The contact observed a large crack around the rim of the tire. The dealer informed the contact that all four of the tires were a safety hazard and they recommended that she no longer drive the vehicle. The Goodyear manufacturer advised the contact to take the vehicle to town fair tire and speak with a representative. The dot# for 3 tires are M6A9cmwr1703, and one tire dot# was M6A9cmwr5203. All of the tires are Goodyear Eagle, size 245/45R18V. Town fair inspected the tires and confirmed with Goodyear that all four tires were a safety hazard at 23,000 miles. Goodyear stated that they would pay 75% of the tire replacement; however, the contact feels that Goodyear should pay the full amount. The contact filed a complaint with Goodyear and was given case # 888402. The contact will also be filing a complaint with the attorney general in her local area. The contact has one of the tires if necessary for the investigation. The current mileage was 23,552. Update 04/17/07. *
Goodyear Eagle rsa18 tires are consistently flat over a few month period. Nissan states that it is goodyears problem, but Goodyear has no recall on these tires.
While driving on the NJ turn pike at 70 mph, my husband felt what seemed like a tire going flat. He proceeded to try to get to the shoulder. Suddenly, the left rear tire blew and he totally lost control of the vehicle. He was hit head-on and in the rear. Both he and the driver of the other vehicle were injured and transported to the hospital. Two days later we went to see the car at the towing garage and we saw the rear passenger tire was split on the sidewall. These tires were replaced recently and were rotated and checked by Goodyear three months ago. Goodyear saw nothing wrong with the tires at that time. Is Goodyear waiting for a death to occur before they issues a recall? there are many complaints about the rsa18" tires.
1) flat tire on Nissan Maxima 2004 car with 2003 manufactured good year Eagle rs-a P245 45R18 96V tires.... 2) ties are defective an independent Goodyear employee told me so, and told me they are unsafe to drive on and still would not replace them because they have not been recalled as of yet but offered a $100 off each tire, they are $300 tires.. the tires have 24K miles on them, the front tires are worse then the rear but all are the same. The tread still has at least half the tread if not more left... there is severe cracking and it is possible they could blow out on others and cause serious injury, I have pictures I can send if you send me a direct email address.. 3) I took the car to Goodyear they said the tire is defected and unsafe to drive, but sent me on my way because I do not believe I should have to pay a dime for unsafe defective tires........ someone will be killed driving on those tires.... they are a road hazard...
: the contact stated a recall letter was received in the mail 4/20/06. The NHTSA recall, # 05V512000, concerning seat: Front assembly: Power adjust. The dealer was notified on 4/21/06 to have the recall repaired. The dealer stated the first available appointment would be 4/26/06, however the contact believed this is not going to be remedied in a timely manor. Updated 5/16/2006 - the brake made noise and the tire deflated due to dry rot.
No incidents led up to failure. Went to Nissan dealer and complained of road noise from front of car. Dealer said 2 tires were cracked and posed a danger of coming apart. Said they would be liable if allowed me to leave without new tires. Investigated on the internet: There are multiple reports of Goodyear Eagle tires on 2004 Nissan Maxima's (oem) that have developed dangerous cracks. These should be recalled. Cracks are appearing on "side facing inward" part of tires not easily visable by consumers. Mileage on tires was 30348. Was told to take tires to Goodyear dealer but have not gotten there yet.
2004 Nissan Maxima. The consumer stated the driver's side front and rear tire split on the sidewalls. The front tire split on the complete circumference of the tire, between the wheel and the tread. These were Goodyear tires, P245/45R18. These were the original tires for the vehicle. There have been no other problems with the other two tires.
I have a 2004 Nissan Maxima, it came with Goodyear tires. The tires now make very loud road noise. The dealer, after 3 or 4 trips advised the road noise was due to a bent rim. (the car has never been driven roughly, bent rim must have been from ordinary driving and/or average pot hole). I had the bent rim fixed. However, the loud road noise continues. The dealer says there is no recall on these tires & tells me I need to take the issue with the tire dealership, or manufacturer. They evidently refuse to back the products, they put on their new cars, they sell on their lots. I also had a defective strut on the right rear. It took three trips to the dealership, before the problem was finally found. And then a fourth trip, to have it fixed, once they had ordered & received the part. It's too bad such a potentially great car, has created such a bad experience for me, a first time Nissan buyer. This, due to lack of support from Nissan motors & lack of quality control on suspensions & tires. I will never purchase another Nissan automobile, due to this experience & lack of product backing by the manufacturer.
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- Loiza, PR, USA