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Nissan Questions and Answers

Anonymous, 2003 Nissan Xterra, Smyrna, TN

Not sure of the engine type cos the car is not with me right now. Bought a used xterra, drove it home (2hr) drive and started slipping (or something) and won't go in reverse. Parked it, next day wo...

RottenRon, 2010 Nissan Sentra, 2.0L 4 cylinder, Fenton, MO

I noticed that the roof mounted antenna does not have the wire wrapped around it that I understand reduces air noise. Could this be the noise I'm hearing coming from the rear of the car while on th...

Carybelle, 1999 Nissan Sentra, 1.6L 4 cylinder, Redlands, CA

My car clicks turning left or right, especially tight turns. I was told that I need to replace both front axles, in fact, they were dangerous! I don't hear or feel any grinding or weirdness when I ...

Anonymous, 1998 Nissan Altima, 2.4L 4 cylinder, West Sayville, NY

where is the fuel pump relay located can't find it under the hood

rputtycat, 1993 Nissan Altima, 2.4L 4 cylinder, Morrisonville, NY

where is my fuel pump relay located at

Anonymous, 1994 Nissan Altima, 2.4L 4 cylinder, Charlotte, NC

Ive replaced the brake switch all wiring all bulbs both grounds the light sockets all get power and the turn signals and reverse lights work but just not the brakes

gitebaz, 2002 Nissan Maxima, Marietta, GA

My service engine soon light came on. The code was P0011 camshaft position actuator A Banks 1 timing over - advance & P0021 camshaft position actuator A Banks 2 timing over - advance. What doe...

Danny1620, 2003 Nissan Altima, 2.5L 4 cylinder, Houston, TX

I Cannot Unlock my driver seat door on single twist with the key, when i twist it for second time all the doors open. i can lock it without any problems. I don't have any problems locking/unlocking...

Anonymous, 2000 Nissan Quest, 3.3L V6, Woodhaven, NY

What can possibly cause the speedometer to stop functioning?

bravo, 2004 Nissan Altima, 2.5L 4 cylinder, Fort Lauderdale, FL

do I need to have the ECM re programed? I changed Cam and Crank sensors but car will not start. no codes stored.

Anonymous, 1998 Nissan Altima, 2.4L 4 cylinder, Cloverport, KY

problem cant get intake bolts to reove

rollininabenzo, 2006 Nissan Sentra, 1.8L 4 cylinder, Kingston, NY

Recently my Sentra has given me trouble on 3 different occasions with starting. All of them have been warm starts. I will run in someplace quick and come back to start it and it wont even attempt t...

giantfrito, 1996 Nissan Maxima, Round Rock, TX

Where is the temperature switch?

giantfrito, 1996 Nissan Maxima, Round Rock, TX

Where is the temperature switch located? I seem to have a cooling fan problem.

marky, 1990 Nissan 300ZX, 3.0L V6 Turbo, Reynoldsburg, OH

mark.stinson@ins.state.oh.us

Anonymous, 2005 Nissan Sentra, 1.8L 4 cylinder, Stockbridge, GA

My car shakes bad when at high speeds, and sometimes at low speeds. The brake pedal gets hard, and I can smell the brakes when it comes to a complete stop.

Anonymous, 2003 Nissan Xterra, 3.3L V6, Supercharged, Broken Arrow, OK

My tail lights and dash board lights keep going out. We have chnaged the fuses many times, and it will work for a week and go out agian. What is wrong with my car?

Anonymous, 1993 Nissan Pathfinder, 3.0L V6, Oakley, ID

there for about a week my park lights could not be turned off without taking out the fuse now all of a sudden they dont work at all what could it be

rob74, 1995 Nissan Sentra, East Weymouth, MA

i own a 95 nissan sentra, (automatic) it was running fine but all of a sudden i start it and it starts & idles fine but
the check engine lights on, the problem is when i drive i get lot of he...

Anonymous, 2002 Nissan Altima, 2.5L 4 cylinder, Pueblo, CO

P0725....Engine Speed input Circuit Malfunction

Nissan Car Reviews (109)

1990 Nissan 240SX, primer2tone, Corpus Christi, TX, August 07, 2009 03:16

I've had my s13 for about 3yrs it's a solid car and a awsome porject car no mater what your in to.Me personally,I'm gonna take this one sideways.So good luck and happy motoring

1990 Nissan 300ZX, 6t3bird, Patchogue, NY, May 09, 2009 08:30

This car is fast, fun, and hot!

1991 Nissan 240SX, julioalcocer, Alhambra, CA, November 03, 2008 19:45

their good for handleling taking corners and good on gas

1991 Nissan Maxima, Maxman, Jacksonville, FL, November 25, 2008 08:07

Very solid transportation, classic body style

1992 Nissan Pathfinder, bretb, Castro Valley, CA, February 19, 2009 09:20

This vehicle has had a few problems in the 10 years I have owned it, transmission failure, exhaust manifold leaks, and a few misc. electrical problems. It works great in the snow and off road too. Overall, this has been a great vehicle and I am very happy with it!

1992 Nissan Pathfinder, nissanlover92pathy, Ames, IA, January 11, 2009 12:10

overall a reliable truck at 217,800 i would never buy anything but a nissan from now on

1992 Nissan Sentra, gus, Hampton, VA, April 09, 2009 18:01

THIS AGREAT CAR I'M ONLY THE SECOND OWNER AND MOST OF THE WORK ON THIS CAR I DID MYSELF I'M TRULY SATISFIED WITH THIS CAR

1993 Nissan 240SX, Hunkycorn, Calhoun, GA, February 03, 2010 15:12

Had my 240 for two years and still loving it. Gave it a bit of hell the first year and Im really paying for it. I'm working on it though.

1993 Nissan 240SX, rebel67174, Madison, TN, January 07, 2010 16:50

I personelly think is one of the best cars of its type for doing perfornance modes to.

1993 Nissan Maxima, matte, Oakland, CA, December 10, 2008 11:10

Owned one of these for years, and it took every sort of abuse I could throw at it. The Bose stereo died every couple of years, though. I had to do the front brakes, but not other big repairs. I even wrecked it twice and only had a little body work to do. Great car.

1993 Nissan Sentra, pacdltpa, Tampa, FL, August 28, 2009 21:38

had to have one fuel injector replaced because one cylinder was not getting gas according to my shop.
Is that normal.? Car has 160,000 miles on it.

1994 Nissan Altima, starsire79, Nampa, ID, August 22, 2008 12:23

solid cars exhaust aways a problem on nissan's they tend to rust out brakes wear quick too

1994 Nissan Pathfinder, radermike, Wayland, MI, October 24, 2009 05:36

Excellent running SUV. Body has no visible rust at 170K. Way under engined...even for a six cylinder.
Starts fine and gets good gas mileage for a 4x4 SUV. Drives and steers very well, comfortable vehicle to take trips in.
Overall an 8 out of 10.

1994 Nissan Sentra, SBAuto, Downey, CA, August 26, 2009 01:12

19994 SENTRA SE-R HAS OVER 350K MILES AND IT STILL RUNS WELL. OLD AGE HAS TAKEN ITS TOLL NOW, BUT THIS CAR LASTED 15 YEARS WITH NO MAJOR PROBLEMS!

1995 Nissan 240SX, misfit77, Forestdale, RI, April 09, 2009 02:47

just bougt this car. its high milage so it needs some work. but this rear wheel driver is very fun. a great inexpensive sport car. and a great base for tuners.

1995 Nissan 300ZX, mzimny, Tampa, FL, April 14, 2009 06:33

a very reliable, safe sports car.
average consumption 18 hwy, 17 city

1995 Nissan 300ZX, fm300z32, Saint Petersburg, FL, September 27, 2009 17:33

Stock 1995 AT nissan 300zx NA. With the miles up to 194K the car is still in great running condition. A/C still very cold, transmission shift smooth. Alternator died around 190K.(From 190K) I replaced NGK spark plug, fuel filter, K&N air filter and Brake pads.Next on the list is to Replace and refill: Radiator coolant, Differential and AT transmission (fluids).

1995 Nissan Maxima, pattiemae, Columbus, GA, May 16, 2009 18:44

my son inherited this car so I don't know alot about it. he has been driving it for about 1 year. recently we have had alot of problems. check engine light still on taking it in for repairs again! I feel like this will be a great little car once we get the kinks out

1996 Nissan Altima, Lela1203, Las Vegas, NV, October 16, 2008 13:20

GOOD TRANSPORTACION

1996 Nissan Maxima, gm master tech, Cocoa, FL, October 22, 2009 16:34

lovelovelove this car! i will never ever sell this car ever!:)

1996 Nissan Pathfinder, ryanvcangco, Fremont, CA, November 04, 2008 23:20

Overall, I have been happy with my Nissan Pathfinder for the last 12 plus years I've had it. Given it has ~190k miles on it it still runs as well as it did when I first got it. The only parts I have changed have been O2 censors, timing belt, starter, battery, and water pump - due to the parts nearing the end of their life expectancy. The core engine (drive train, A/C, radiator, etc) are still the original and running well.

There are only two things that I'd prefer would have been better with my truck.

1) Engine horsepower. This was the first model of the pathfinder with a unibody and they retained the older version of the engine with only 176 hp versus the 200 plus it has now. Though I've rarely needed to pull something heavy the extra hp would have helped going up the steep lake tahoe roads with 5 adults and tons of luggage.

2) Outside noise. At top speeds the wind noise going by the driver side window gets a bit annoying. I've gotten use to it but often times people who drive my truck for the first time comment about it.

I think Nissan Pathfinder was one of the better made SUVs in the market at its time.

1996 Nissan Quest, TNTAYS, Whitleyville, TN, November 23, 2008 19:34

WE GET 24-27 MPG

1996 Nissan Quest, LostArt, Vancouver, WA, November 26, 2008 19:47

Purchased car new late 1995. 150k+ mile without an major repairs.

1997 Nissan 200SX, struesda, Round Hill, VA, November 19, 2009 05:44

Been very reliable, fun to drive. Could be more comfortable, but still very good for a compact car. Very good gas mileage. Smarter than your average 'smart' car.

1997 Nissan Maxima, demfamily, Miami, FL, October 09, 2008 20:29

Engine power best attribute. Electrical, suspension Struts, hood struts and exterior paint wear need improvements.******************************************

1997 Nissan Maxima, riggins, Charlotte, NC, November 10, 2008 11:05

Good car, only complaint is I've had to replace the starter 3 times.

1997 Nissan Maxima, drago, Plattsburgh, NY, June 28, 2009 15:56

Best car i've ever own. I owned it for 9 years and a half and had 270 000 km on it. I have the 5 speed manual version, i was and i am yet pretty hard on the car and is still do the job. NO PROBLEM with this car. Just check the cross member under the radiator, it tend to break in the middle with the rust.

1997 Nissan Pathfinder, cpio, Quakertown, PA, August 23, 2009 10:15

I have had an excellent experience with my '97 Pathfinder. It was leased 11mos before I bought it in '97 and have been the sole owner. In respose to wwehmeyer...I found a site with older posts that describe the side to side wobble that you and I both have experienced. There is detailed info on how others have repaired this issue, here's the link www.topix.com/forum/autos/T5LSTPR50NPCO9CTL
hope it helps :)

1998 Nissan 200SX, iky, Newberg, OR, February 19, 2010 19:06

this car has been great, except for troubleshooting which sensors might not be good, too many posibilities. otherwise sound little car that seems to last forever.

1998 Nissan Altima, noonien, Surprise, AZ, October 27, 2008 11:41

My '98 Nissan has 160,000 miles. I get 28 - 33 MPG. The A/C blows hard and cold. This car just does not stop. I've only had one major repair in 7 years of owning it. I replaced the clutch. everything else has been minor. I love this car.

1998 Nissan Maxima, IWAYNE, Brooklyn, NY, January 07, 2010 04:41

Car is pretty good in all,, but doesn't brake good slides a
lot ,, hand brake freezes in cold weather,, doesn't have limited slip so wheels spin at every chance it gets , heat doesn't come up fast enough even when car has warmed up you have to turn up full blast until you have stared driven. The rear suspension sways to much on swift movements causing a fishtail like gesture ,,

1998 Nissan Pathfinder, wwehmeyer, Lake Stevens, WA, July 19, 2009 12:39

By far the best car I have ever owned. I bought it new and I plan to drive it until the wheels fall off. I have always done regular maintenance and have had minimal problems with it. The check engine light came on a while back, but my mechanic told me it is because of an exhaust leak that makes the computer think that there is something wrong with the o2 sensor.
The only real issue I have ever had with it is the fog lamps. If the bulb burns out they are impossible the change. I have actually had my mechanic do it for me.
My plans for the future of my vehicle are to put some aftermarket fog lamps on it and probably a flow master exhaust (which should fix the problem with the check engine light.)
I do have one problem that no one can put their finger on. When I am driving at freeway speeds and take my foot off the gas the rear end wobbles. I have replaced tires and shocks/ bushings and nothing seems to fix it. If anyone can tell me what the problem is, I would love to know.

1998 Nissan Quest, Lukefan, Gardena, CA, February 15, 2009 11:35

Over 180,000 mi. and still counting. Nobody else has had brake problems? I've talked to others who have complained front brakes wear out too fast. That's why we bought lifetime brake care from local chain repair shop. Also, strange thumping noise hitting brakes going down steep hills and no we don't have anti-lock. Cerritos dealership lied about timing chain rather than timing belt.

1999 Nissan Altima, Route303, Valley Cottage, NY, March 24, 2009 08:09

This car can go many miles with proper care.

1999 Nissan Pathfinder, starsire79, Nampa, ID, June 18, 2009 11:18

I have a 1999 Nissan Pathfinder that I bought used with 70000 miles on it. it has 140000 now and runs great! never left me stranded no major mechanical issues just basic maintenance. I would never buy another brand of suv. Nissan really knows how to build reliable cars

1999 Nissan Quest, atlanta mac, Jackson, GA, November 09, 2009 18:41

put front brake pads in February at 165,000 changed wires, plugs, cap & rotor at 180,000 handles great in town & on highway

1999 Nissan Sentra, anshul0912, Dallas, TX, August 28, 2008 10:51

Ultimate car

2000 Nissan Altima, DADDANBOUDREAU, Chicago, IL, October 12, 2008 13:46

I have over 100,000 miles on my car and the only thing I have spent money on is every day wear and tear items example, brakes, tires, tune ups. Overall, I would rate this car a 5 STAR Rating. Definently would buy another Altima. I am very satisfied. Still runs very well, body is still in excellent shape.

2000 Nissan Altima, 310mike, Los Angeles, CA, February 09, 2009 10:31

Eh

2000 Nissan Altima, ambonito, Brunswick, GA, February 15, 2009 19:53

I loved this car but I had several front disc brake jobs and they still made noise and I got fed up with it so I traded it for a new vehicle. It had great pep and handling.

2000 Nissan Maxima, brales74, Cleveland, OH, September 02, 2008 19:05

Have had issues with the brakes. Had to replace several times.

2000 Nissan Maxima, pumper, Cedar Rapids, IA, October 23, 2008 09:24

as of 105k, replaced alternator, MAF, 2 o2 sensors, muffler, brakes twice, sway bar bushings, 2 ignition coils, starter, and window molding that deteriorated. a fairly long list, but i still like the car.
great horsepower , mediocre fuel economy, good stereo, excellent interior all-around, and is still a pretty cool car.

2000 Nissan Maxima, HOTRODDON, Nashville, TN, February 21, 2010 04:42

THIS IS A VERY NICE CAR VERY GOOD ON THE EYES AND THE PERFORMANCE IS CRAZY FAST FOR OEM ALL THE BELLS AND WHISTLES AND A GREAT ELECTRICAL SYSTEM THAT DOES NOT FAIL OVE THIS CAR

2000 Nissan Sentra, Student, Greeneville, TN, April 17, 2009 08:40

This car was a perfect fit, when new. It now has 113,000 miles on it.
Repairs have been: Cracked fuel pump, possibly from hitting a big pot hole hard. Has had trouble with the gauges completely going out while driving, and staying off for a while, then coming back on. This has happened nearly since new, but the dealer said it had to completely quit working before they would replace it. The steering creaks and pops when turning slow. The Dealer said it isn't a safety issue so I haven't had it fixed.

Recently, I've had a lot of trouble with it dying at red lights or in drive through lines. It starts back with no problem. The Dealer repairman said the diagnostic test indicated it is running rich. He had me use a $20 cleaning fluid in the gas, that is suppose to eat off any deposits. If that doesn't work, he wants to clean the fuel injection. If that still does not fix the problem, he said it may need a Mass Air Flow Sensor, which would cost $400-$500 to repair.

I have always loved my car. I hope I'm not entering the repair one thing after another zone. I'm the type that as long as it gets me there and back I'm happy. Overall run ability of the car has been great until now, not bad for 113,000 miles.

2000 Nissan Xterra, candidar, Fair Oaks, CA, August 28, 2008 15:46

Mine is a lemon. Really. When it is too hot the entire dash goes out. The dealership could never figure it out. With that said, I love my car and would buy another one. Really. It drive great, especially long trips. It's perfect for a short woman, the seats aren't too high, not too many blind spots. The 4WD is easy to use, and it can really get into some tough spots. It get very good gas mileage and rarely breaks down. I would give it a 4.5 out of 5!

2000 Nissan Xterra, Iraz, Rahway, NJ, March 10, 2009 10:35

love my xterra

2000 Nissan Xterra, DalekdX, Tampa, FL, April 28, 2009 14:39

I've had my Xterra for 2 years and I love it. It's great for taking my dogs to the park and for hauling my son and his friends around. I love sitting up high enough to see everything better than before.

The only problem with my Xterra is the dash gauges will sometimes go out, but they come back on usually within a couple of minutes.

2000 Nissan Xterra, chet808, Mililani, HI, August 21, 2009 18:34

like driving a cup of water! and AC has been a pain in da A$* since i bought it. oh and the gas mileage oh my GOD!

2001 Nissan Altima, matte, Richardson, TX, December 14, 2008 15:25

Indomitable! The Nissan Altima just would not die. The engine has been no problems, the interior and radio are still working just great. No problems. Really reliable and low maintenance prices.

2001 Nissan Altima, Meat, Burlington, NJ, January 29, 2010 09:49

Bought the car new and still have it today. I bought the 100,000 mile bumper to bumper warrantee when I bought the car and never missed a service.
The car now has 147,000 miles on it and, add a few road chips, looks like it did when I 1st bought it.
I cannot reccomend the Bumper to bumper warrentee enough !! I'll never buy a car without it. I notice the slightest difference and ask the mechanic and it gets looked at. Most times it is not a problem, but at least I get peace of mind. If something is wrong the dealership fixes it right away. AWESOME !!
At 94,000 miles they replaced the engine.. Something about a cracked cylinder wall. I read up on it and it is like super rare.. lucky me.. but at least I was covered.. not one dime from my pocket and I got a new engine.

2001 Nissan Frontier, cthard03, Louisville, KY, February 17, 2009 11:39

I have over 150,000 miles on my truck. Overall there been very few problems other than routine things. With the higher milege I am starting to see some problems with the suspension, but other than that a great car.

2001 Nissan Maxima, pookies, Monroe Township, NJ, September 27, 2008 11:41

Love the car. At 74500 miles had to replace rear sensors. Under warranty had wheel bearing problem. No issues since. otherwise very reliable and good ride on long trips.

2001 Nissan Pathfinder, matte, Oakland, CA, October 28, 2008 16:53

Our Nissan Pathfinder has been exemplary. No major problems, minimal repair and maintenance costs for a car with 105,000 miles. We have only done spark plugs and oil changes, and drive belts on schedule. Brake pads are expensive because of the 4 wheel drive.

2001 Nissan Pathfinder, Wally Pop, Greencastle, PA, April 09, 2009 12:29

I purchased this 4-Wheel Drive Pathfinder (LE) new from the dealership in Dec. of 2000 and have since driven it 260,000 miles. Other than routine maintenance with oil changes every 5,000 miles, tires, fan belt, brakes,etc. I have only had to replace an oil cooling device ($150). My only major dissatisfaction with the vehicle has been with the brakes. I have experienced very pronounced vibration on the front-end, whenever I apply the brakes, especially when I'm driving down a steep grade at moderate to high speed, Although I replaced the brake pads and had the rotors turned a couple of different times, that has only ever helped for a very brief period and then it's back to the same old problem. I can't help but wonder if there is not something defective within the brake system itself; such as, different braking pressures on one or more of the wheels. The problem has been there forever.

Another issue that has arisen only within the past 50,000 miles is a hesitation in the engine whenever accelerating via passing gear while going up a mountain. This condition is normally not appreciable until the vehicle reaches a speed of 70 mph. Have tried fuel injector cleaner, tune-up,and fuel filter, but to no avail.

This brings me to my most disturbing issue of all, which really has nothing to do with the vehicle itself, but rather the dealership's service department, or should I say, "lack" of service department. I have had multiple disappointments in attemping to resolve several other minor issues, which are too numerous and lengthy to elaborate upon here, but suffice it to say that I have virtually no confidence at this point that theses people know what they are doing, even to the extent I have to question whether much of what they said they did to correct the issue ever really got done at all. The two issues I discussed in detail earlier are only two of approimately ten I had asked them to work on but for which I had poor or no results from their efforts.

2001 Nissan Pathfinder, ksdorr, Simsbury, CT, March 02, 2010 08:40

Basically and extremely reliable SUV. I have had some problems with the front brakes. Lots of vibration through the steering wheel etc when applied- even after they had been replaced. Must be a much more complex problem than simply replacing the pads.

2001 Nissan Quest, dannyale, Saint Louis, MO, February 27, 2009 16:23

nice

2001 Nissan Quest, pasadena girl, Pasadena, MD, April 20, 2009 09:35

I have a 2001 Nissan Quest with 136k and so far I have had issues such as sliding doors sticking & handles breaking off as a result. Also, the power windows have broken on both sides. The biggest problem is the brakes have been a bit of an issue. I have had them replaced 4 times and rotors twice. I finally went to a brakes forever store also and now have them looked at once a year. Finally, I am now having issues with Fuel Injectors. I just had one replace to the tune of $550 and was told the other 5 needs to be replaced as well for another $2,000. Yikes...Good luck for all you other Nissan Quest Owners...we are not sure but may go over to a Honda next time.

2001 Nissan Sentra, nissanbuyer, Albuquerque, NM, November 02, 2009 08:59

Bought this car with 8,000 miles on it. I have done all the regular maintenance (oil changes etc.). Now it has 160,000 miles and still runs like a champ. Most dependable car I have ever owned. Only negative has been that silver paint recently began to badly oxidize.

2001 Nissan Xterra, iamfoxtrax, Plymouth, IN, April 12, 2009 10:53

I am that retired school teacher, who has driven every used car you've tried to buy. The only thing wrong has been a draft on the passenger side, which is a problem, especially when it is -20 F.

2002 Nissan Altima, 123BillMe, Brocton, NY, December 02, 2008 08:36

The car has been good to me. I bought it Oct. 2001 as a brand new 2002. It has 195,000 miles and running well. Original exhaust. Just now having to put money into it other then maintenance. My last Altima (1996) had 240,000 miles on it before it died.

2002 Nissan Altima, hhotchaz, Mesa, AZ, April 11, 2009 16:23

With 56000 miles on the odometer only repairs and complaint is on excessive brake wear and brake pads that insist on squealing even when newly replaced. Dealer insists squealing is normal.

2002 Nissan Frontier, CappyC, Long Beach, CA, December 26, 2009 23:15

My 2002 Frontier Crew Cab has 91,000 miles on it. It has been flawless except for the electric mirrors, which frequently suffer from gear binding when you try to adjust them. Thankfully if I just reverse direction and then go back the other way, it clears itself every time. It has been one of the most reliable and dependable vehicles of the 12 or 13 I have owned in my life. Nice job Nissan - ya got it right on this one!

2002 Nissan Maxima, Route303, Valley Cottage, NY, March 24, 2009 08:16

Love this car!! Made to run forever. Not one problem in 7 years.

2002 Nissan Quest, ricathome, Fort Wayne, IN, October 24, 2009 07:53

Great Vehicle! It is the second in a row that we have owned and it has always performed well.

2002 Nissan Sentra, Omar, Los Angeles, CA, November 12, 2008 13:46

The only problem I had with this car was the alternator.

Breaks are lousy

2003 Nissan 350Z, CoolMike, Little Falls, NJ, October 01, 2008 12:49

This car is nice...but it has some problem with the electric power window not functioning properly...Nissan should look into it...a new car with some glithes can be a pain at times

2003 Nissan 350Z, sassygreek, Lancaster, CA, March 27, 2009 08:41

I have owned this car since 2003, I bought it new and I'm going on 6 years now. It has been a great car, except both window motors went out which isn't cheap as well as the wiring in the drivers' seat. Brakes tend to wear out fast, probably cause the speed of the car itself :)

2003 Nissan 350Z, KennyG, Philadelphia, PA, April 12, 2009 05:55

I purchased my 350Z brand new as soon as it was announced by Nissan in 2003. I had a 6 month wait to get my Daytona Blue Z, and it was the longest 6 months of my life. I keep it in the garage, and I coat it with Zaino several times each year, so it still looks like it did in the showroom. This baby still gets stares when I drive it.

2003 Nissan Frontier, RVC, Harleysville, PA, January 07, 2010 10:15

I have 101,000 miles on my frontier. I still have the original battery and for the most part, the only real problem I have had is the check engine light. I have had the EGR cleaned out at about every 10K. I preform most maintenance myself and found the truck easy to work on. During my last visual inspection I do see the need for suspension parts.
This is my 2nd Nissan pick up in 20 years. The first one lasted 14 years with 153k before being totaled in an accident. I had pretty much the same luck with the first truck as I have had with this truck.
I would buy another frontier and would recommend it to a friend.

2004 Nissan Altima, Tismo, Louisville, KY, October 22, 2008 17:19

Nice car over all.

2004 Nissan Maxima, bulldog bob, Blairsville, GA, October 06, 2008 08:01

Some minor body fit problems. Goodyear tires are not up to snuff. Most Goodyears are not. Lots of trouble with Goodyear dealer, they have a hard time balancing the tires.

2004 Nissan Maxima, harveyp1122, Deerfield Beach, FL, April 03, 2009 03:45

THIS IS THE BEST CAR I HAVE EVER OWNED.IF ANYBODY WANT TO HAVE LUXUARY CAR FOR THE BEST VALUE THERE IS NO BETTER CAR THAN A NISSAN MAXIMA.THE ONLY COMPAINT IF YOU CAN CALL IT ONE IS THE TURNING RATIO,OTHER THAN THAT YOU CAN'T DRIVE A BETTER CAR.

2004 Nissan Maxima, gnjoroge02, Lowell, MA, June 28, 2009 11:28

2004 maxima has BIG Problems with the transmission. It shifts extremely hard from 1st to 2nd gear and it has a rattling noise coming from underneath as you accelerate. The issue happens sporadically.

2004 Nissan Maxima, kara, Pomona, CA, February 27, 2010 20:41

I loved this car when i 1st bought it, i am at 74,000 miles. 4000 over my warranty and the transmission is gone along with 2 motor mounts, nissan of north america had a terrible way of responding to my calls (never) !!!! and denied any help whats so ever. After paying $43,000 for my car its going to cost me $5,100 to repair, I just dont have that kind of money laying around, I exspected allot more from this car, i am truly heartbroken and dont recommend anyone by a nissan due to quality and service provided by the company.

2004 Nissan Sentra, Mark Moreno, Hicksville, NY, September 04, 2008 14:50

I bought the SPEC SE-R And I've got to say, I like the car alot. Wished it did a little better on gas mileage. Also I was it had a 40/60 slit to gain access to the trunk. The car has gotten me into a little bit of trouble with the law. The car just wants to go. I got to let do what it wants to do sometimes. Other than that, so far so good. Had the car for about 2 months and already had to replace the wheel bearing. Not good. The brakes are pretty responsive. Trying to shift into 5th gear sometimes is tricky. If your calm and collective shifting is easy but when you want to get on it, shifting again is tricky.

2004 Nissan Xterra, myxterra, Burlington, CT, November 27, 2008 19:16

great car

2005 Nissan 350Z, tennz, Winchester, TN, January 27, 2009 10:52

I have own this car for 2 years now and I have had zero problem with it. Only with this much power you can burn through some tire.

2005 Nissan Maxima, bfleshner, Sacramento, CA, June 11, 2009 11:32

Best car I've ever owned! 75,000 on the clock, have only done oil changes and brakes front and rear, one set of tires. I average 22.5 mpg in town, and 28 mpg highway.To get the best fuel mileage use the sport shift mode. RPM Shift Points: 2,000 from 1st to 2nd, and about 2,750 in all other gears in town. The computer shifts much too early, causing the engine to "bog down" in town. There is no such problem at freeway speeds. My only complaint is that the suspension is a little firm at times, but the handling and performance more than make up for it. Best tires for this car are the Michelin AS Sport Plus, excellent wet and dry traction and much quieter than the stock tires.

2005 Nissan Pathfinder, Mapk, Fullerton, CA, October 13, 2008 20:53

An excellent vehicle upgrade with this new body frame. We were looking to get a Pathfinder based off the overwhelming great reviews, and we're glad we did. We love it! The air conditioner controls are a bit whack, but we survive.

2005 Nissan Pathfinder, SLF1, Elkhart, IN, March 12, 2010 12:14

Do not buy one! I am replacing the radiator and transmission at 56,000 miles! It is still under warranty but Nissan is not standing by their word or product.

2005 Nissan Murano, The Miata Guy, Thousand Oaks, CA, September 26, 2008 08:51

My wife and I bought a 2005 Nissan Murano S FWD after renting one for a trip to the Florida Keys. The Murano is very comfortable front and rear, offers plenty of utility and flexibility, and we've been averaging 19 mpg since purchase. It does have a rather stiff ride quality, so if you want to feel like you're gliding on a cloud this is not the right car for you. Also, our biggest complaint about our Murano is the number of squeaks, rattles and buzzes from the interior trim. Otherwise, this vehicle has served us extremely well. If you don't find the car to be ugly (many people do, but we don't -- depending on the angle at which it's viewed), you don't need a third-row seat (one isn't offered on the Murano) and you want to feel the road from the driver's seat, I strongly recommend the Murano for people wanting a crossover SUV.

2005 Nissan Armada, munkyrench, Boss, MO, December 01, 2008 12:28

My experience with the Armada came when my car was in the shop and I rented one of these. I liked the interior, very nice, an tons of leg room. Nice power too!

2005 Nissan Quest, pearsonbe, Hanover, MD, October 03, 2009 05:24

We bought the van new in 2005. It was at least $5k less than the Odyssey or Sienna. About three months later, we lost first or second gear in the transmission. The delearship replaced the transmission control unit and it's been fine since. Shortly thereafter, the dash storage compartment broke and needed replacement.

It's a very comfortable vehicle. It glides down the highway like a luxury car. The exterior is still attractive and the paint has held up. I keep good wax on it. The seats are a little uncomfortable for me (6 ft) on long trips and the interior is cheap. Sometimes the ceiling vents will just fall down and the center of the dash is covered in something like felt that has worn and looks brown and gray from dirt - ugly. On occassion, the driver's window switch will not raise the window on the first try.

We have over 60k on it now and the steering groans when you turn the wheel hard in either direction. There are no leaks and the power steering fluid is full. I hope it's the pump and not the steering box.

I'm a DIY guy and I still haven't found a repair manual for this thing. That's crazy. I did find some exploded views of different systems somewhere online. Maybe the dealer has one. Everything is tight in the engine compartment like most vehicles these days, so I doubt any repair will be easy. I have no idea how I will get to the rear spark plugs (close to the firewall).

2005 Nissan Titan, rpschuer, Spring, TX, May 08, 2009 05:53

Love it, Love it, Love it. Looks great and plenty of power.

2006 Nissan Altima, BETO, Dana Point, CA, November 23, 2008 21:37

It a great family car. Also it make a great racing car if it manual transmission.
Ha ha ha

2006 Nissan Altima, hahn1200, Roswell, GA, January 06, 2009 13:26

Bought my 2006 Altima and suffered thru the initial scare that I had a BUM engine. However, it turned out my engine was not one of the bad ones built in Feb/Mar of 2006 in Tennessee. Have had no problems with this car after 41000 -
Am averaging over 30 on hwy trips.
My only knock on the Nissan is the configuration of the trunk. Can be awkward to pack with golf clubs.

2006 Nissan Altima, theloft, Menifee, CA, February 15, 2010 16:45

I have the SE-R version and this car rocks. The on-limit governor is a bit annoying but the handling and steering is great and acceleration is awesome!

2006 Nissan Armada, douggie, Kissimmee, FL, January 08, 2010 18:34

pretty nice riding car .it is not good on gas at all .but then again no suv are good on gas .

2006 Nissan Maxima, max4lyfe, Brooklyn, NY, February 11, 2009 18:41

This is perhaps thee most affordable driving machine. It is the definition of a road warrior. It has the look and comfort of a luxury vehicle and the performance of a racing legend. Probably the most powerful and underrated engine ever!!!!! The one thing tho, this car is a lady and the better you take care of her the better she takes care of you. I've had this car for a couple of months and I have no complaints. Just as long as you do the basics such as change the oil, rotate the tire, and have it looked at by a NISSAN MECHANIC you'll be in speed heaven!!!!

2006 Nissan Quest, manuella montanez, Burleson, TX, March 11, 2010 08:51

I have own my quest for two year and have never had any problem,I have six kid's we travel alot,and there is room for all of us.I am now just getting new shock and brake's and tire's there is now 50.000 mile and my car run great.

2006 Nissan Sentra, cathleen4God, Fort Worth, TX, December 21, 2008 09:01

great!

2006 Nissan Titan, nchptrooper, Lumberton, NC, September 14, 2008 06:51

This truck is a secondary vehicle for me but I have no complaints on it.

2006 Nissan Titan, stee, Michigan City, IN, February 19, 2009 13:24

love it, Its the best truck i ever had. I also have a chevy and a ford. Both of which are good trucks. But the Nissan is most impressive. My chevy has 59000 miles the ford has 89000 mile and the nissan has 50000 miles. All my trucks were brand new. I am a roofer and these trucks take a beating; hauling, and towing.

2006 Nissan Frontier, TysonH, Gardner, KS, February 02, 2010 11:28

Just replaced Fuel Sending Unit (the only "Common Problem" listed) at 67K, but that is about it.

2006 Nissan Murano, DaMorgue, Rogers, AR, January 19, 2010 11:20

Interior is poor quality. Cig light won't stay in dash if anything is plugged into it. Housing falls onto floor. Rear brakes have squealed like a stuck pig since the day I drove it off the log. Took into dealership many times and they say nothing is wrong, will go away with time. 68k miles later still squealing. Drivetrain warranty expired at 60k miles, oil started leaking at 64k miles. Drive well in normal weather conditions, but handles very poorly on wet roads.

2006 Nissan Xterra, WinXPert, Kansas City, MO, November 25, 2008 17:22

Car has been great since we purchased that car. Strange gurgling noise when the A/C is on during the summer, but not very noticable.

2006 Nissan Xterra, markgrygier, Grand Forks, ND, January 12, 2010 18:59

Overall I am very happy with the 06 Xterra. I have the Off Road package and I have taken it trail riding on several occasions and it has always performed well. The second generation Xterra addressed many of the shortcomings seen in the first generation model.

PROS: Engine (great power & torque), Dana Locker, Skids, Undercarriage Layout, adequate ground clearance, cargo room.

CONS: Soft Suspension (even with Bilstien Shocks), Annoying VDC, and the fact that this vehicle absolutely hates cold weather. I live in North Dakota and during the winter the Xterra struggles. If the temperature is below 0 expect the following: The rear hatch will not stay up or even close properly. The clutch will stay depressed even after you remove your foot. The vehicle will not easily enter first gear or reverse until it reaches normal operating temperature. Finally, if you try to drive with gloves on, you will flip on the wipers and lights every time you turn because the controls are too close to the steering wheel.

2006 Nissan Xterra, kclaar, Spring Hill, KS, February 25, 2010 07:53

I have had my xterra for almost 4 years now and have never had a break down, however do have a couple of complaints. The Heat will not warm up until the car is in gear so even the coldest of mornings it really does me no good to "warm" the car up. We also have a 2005 Xterra and BOTH vehicles had the Fuel Sensor go out around 60K. The vehicle is also not comfortable for long rides. With all of that being said I still appreciate the fact that Nissan makes a reliable, sturdy SUV.

2007 Nissan Altima, j.nevels, Tuscaloosa, AL, January 02, 2009 16:11

this is the best altima 2.5sl i ever had faster than my 2004 altima 2.5sl more reliable too.no more engine problem i hope so.so far so good.

2007 Nissan Sentra, robv23, Lawrence, MA, October 12, 2008 08:22

love this car i get about 27mpg city and 34hwy
good accelaration and stopping distance tends to fishtail a little in the snow,but still a very good car.

2007 Nissan Sentra, Futurereality, Silver Spring, MD, March 13, 2009 11:03

Just bought this car about two weeks ago and is running just fine. Exterior of the car is awesome. The look of the car reminds me of a baby altima or maxima. Steering quality is pretty good though it feels rather heavy or stiff so you might have to get used to that. Also the ride quality is excellent where road noise is kept to a minimum and large bumps feel nonexistent.The interior is decent. Even though it has lots of room, most of the interior is made of cheap plastic that scratches really easiliy so beware. Another problem is that the A pillars are really thick so they obscure your vision quite a bit. This issue escalates when your trying to make left turns and you can't see. Also the tire pressure monitor doesn't turn off so I think its a defect. Otherwise its a great car.:)

2007 Nissan Titan, tennessee, North Las Vegas, NV, March 16, 2009 00:19

I have a 2007 Titan and tow constantly 5500 lbs wondering if my load is still behind me. I love this truck or maybe I should just call it a vehicle because it drives,feels and handles like a car. Also even though it's a V8 I can still use regular gas. I love it!!

1992 Nissan Pickup (D21), Universalwriter, Rancho Cucamonga, CA, March 12, 2010 05:35

I bought my Nissan (92) new in 1991. It had 4 miles. I have 145,000 miles on it now and it runs like a champ. Keep the oil changed and this truck will last well into 300,000 miles. I get offers to buy it all the time. I call mine "Bernie." I own a BMW but Bernie is always my preference. Love this truck.

1993 Nissan Pickup (D21), Robert Isbell, Alameda, CA, February 02, 2009 18:23

This truck took an amazing amount of punishment from me. I did have issues with the peeling clear coat. The manual transmission crunched in 2nd gear, and there would be a false check engine light that would come on periodically for no real reason. Other than that I was impressed with the amount of abuse the truck took and kept on going.

1995 Nissan Pickup (D21), fgarso, Mesa, AZ, August 02, 2009 09:16

Best truck I have ever owned

1996 Nissan Pickup (D21), 1flyingfool, Yelm, WA, November 28, 2009 22:31

I got truck from parents,they towed it all over,I put a new battery in and new tires,I do LIKE that it is 4 cylinders

1997 Nissan Pickup (D21), harrofthedog, Edgewater, FL, February 15, 2009 10:50

worth the money?! paid $8.5k w/ 35k miles5.5 years ago. i now have 409,500 and the odo broke for about 11k. i still drive 400-500 miles a day in it. the first 300k was pizza delivery. never shifted below 4grand. now i am on the highway with it and the only complaint i have is 3200 rpm @ 70 mph. 27.5 mpg is great considering the mileage. its great for a truck period.

2008 Nissan Frontier, writersblock, Cottondale, AL, March 06, 2010 16:04

i have 35,000 miles on my frontier. Had to have the alternater replaced around 10,000 but other than that, i've had no trouble with it. it's a great truck.

2009 Nissan Versa, VERSA, San Mateo, CA, September 02, 2009 10:23

The Versa is an awesome car. It is the SL HB with the CVT. Very peppy and GR8 on gas. It's my teen's car and I love it for around town.

Nissan Problems

Brakes The brakes may develop a pulsation or judder felt during light and moderate braking. This may be felt as a pedal pulsation, steering wheel shake, and/or a body vibration. The repair involves resurfacing all four brake rotors using an "On-car" brake lathe (replacing if necessary) and using updated brake pads and components.
Engine Regular maintenance is recommended to avoid timing chain failure. Rattles may develop in higher mileage vehicles. Regular oil changes will help reduce the incidence of this problem.
Exhaust & Emissions
  • If the vehicle fails the “State Smog Test” due to high emission readings, components in the pollution control system (Air Injection components) may have failed due to moisture and may need to be replaced.
  • If the car is emitting blue smoke from the tail pipe, from burned oil, be sure both PCV valves are functioning properly prior to replacing the turbocharger.
  • The exhaust manifold often warps, breaking off the studs between the cylinder head and the exhaust manifold.   The noise may be most noticeable when the engine is cold.
Suspension & Steering If the power steering pump develops leaks, it can drip onto the lower control arm bushing causing the bushing to deteriorate. A knocking noise will be heard when driving over bumps and it may become more difficult to control the vehicle.
Drive Train Failure in the vehicle's speed sensor can cause speedometer failure and the cruise control to become inoperative.
Electrical & Lights The engine may not crank when the key is turned to "start" if the starter relay fails. This can be confused with a defective starter motor.
Heating & Air Conditioning If the AC system is leaking, it is commonly the low pressure AC hose leaking at the crimped connection.
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