Variable camshaft gears fail on Nissan Maxima

Problem overview

The variable camshaft gears fail, which may require replacement.

Nissan Maxima vehicles with this problem

3 model years affected

Average mileage: 23,000 miles

(23,000 - 23,000)

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Variable camshaft gears fail on Nissan Maxima

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