Camshaft Sensors Leaking Oil Into Connector: Nissan Maxima Engine & Powertrain

Problem overview

The Camshaft position sensor can leak oil into its electrical connector causing the Check Engine light to illuminate. The engine may also stall intermittently as a result.

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Nissan Maxima vehicles with this problem

11 model years affected

Average mileage: 113,873 miles

(137 - 225,000)

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Camshaft Sensors Leaking Oil Into Connector on Nissan Maxima

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