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.
I had the entire timing chain assembly replaced 5000 miles ago. THE CHAIN IS RATTLING AGAIN. I recently changed the oil with the correct oil and factory filter; it's still buzzing. THIS IS RIDICULOUS. 5000 DAMN MILES! Luckily, the job was under warranty and I'm seeing my mechanic soon. The chain started buzzing last year when temperatures got below freezing and is doing the same with a new timing chain. I would suspect its a flaw in the engine with temperature changes, but I'm no mechanic. End rant.
i hate my car. Would never would tell anyone to buy Nissan ever!!! i have had nothing but problems with this 2005 Maxima since bought brand new transmission, replaced engine, work done, motor mounts replaced twice, wheel barrings a couple times, constant brake problems. pleeeease some body help me
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I had the entire timing chain assembly replaced 5000 miles ago. THE CHAIN IS RATTLING AGAIN. I recently changed the oil with the correct oil and factory filter; it's still buzzing. THIS IS RIDICULOUS. 5000 DAMN MILES! Luckily, the job was under warranty and I'm seeing my mechanic soon. The chain started buzzing last year when temperatures got below freezing and is doing the same with a new timing chain. I would suspect its a flaw in the engine with temperature changes, but I'm no mechanic. End rant.
- elliottm, Christiansburg, VA, US