Crank angle sensor may fail on Nissan Maxima

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025

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Problem overview

The crankshaft angle sensor may stop functioning. Failure of the sensor may cause an inability to regulate the engine's timing, causing the car to drive poorly or fail to start.

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Nissan Maxima vehicles with this problem

2 model years affected

Average mileage: 163,913 miles

(151,654 - 174,000)

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Crank angle sensor may fail on Nissan Maxima

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