2001 Nissan Maxima GLE review from North America

First, let me say that I am 47, and do not ever abuse my cars.

I bought a 2001 Maxima GLE new with extended warranty. Got more than my money's worth with that warranty because of the constant repairs. Got sick of it and and finally traded for a reliable Toyota.

In only 69500 miles I replaced the O2 sensors 4 times under warranty and twice out of warranty ($570), the main computer, the alternator died and left me along a dark road (at 41000 miles), muffler system completely rotted out at 39000 miles (warranty did not cover that), the drivers window stuck down, when climate control was put on "auto" the engine would bog down terribly at lights. Turn it off and car smoothes out perfectly. Took it to the dealer and they had no clue what caused this.

Final straw was a rattle in front end when going slowly over rough parking lots. Took it in and was told I needed wheel bearings, front and rear struts and a lower control arm. At $1700 estimated repair I ran to the Toyota dealer. I now drive a Prius.

What a great disappointment this car was. It was a great looking car and comfortable to drive, but I was always thinking about what will break next. Every time I left the Nissan repair I felt like I had been violated.

Good looking car, fun to drive, comfortable.

Expensive to fix anything, needs repairs far too often, unreliable.