2000 Nissan Maxima GLE review from North America
"Good car, but unreliable and expensive"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Problem 1:
Few months after the standard manufacturer warranty expired, ignition coils got burnt. Fortunately, I had extended warranty which covered it otherwise, it would have costed me some $800. Dealer initially denied that it's a covered repair and I had to call Nissan to convince him. A little research revealed that it's a common problem with Maximas and Nissan didn't do much to help out poor consumers.
Problem 2:
Just 3 weeks after my extended warranty expired, at 74k, dreaded service engine soon light came on and it turned out to be problem with Catalytic Converter and O2 sensor. Cost estimate: $1200. Again, after some research, found that Catalytic Converter is covered up to 80k/8years. Ended up paying $170 for O2 sensor. Dealer squeezed some more to replace brake pads, driving belt which are wear and tear items.
General comments?
It's a good car until it breaks down. Good performance, power, comfort and roomy.
Not very reliable and expensive to maintain.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | No |
| Model year | 2000 |
| Year of manufacture | 2000 |
| First year of ownership | 2000 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 3.0L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 5 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 0 miles |
| Most recent distance | 74800 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Taurus |
| Date of Entry | 2nd November, 2006 |