Oxygen Sensor May Fail Due to Leaking Power Steering Pump: Nissan Maxima Muffler & Exhaust

Problem overview

Oxygen sensor failures are common due to fluid leaks from the power steering pump. The power steering pump typically leaks directly onto the sensor and causes the wiring to fail. If the leaks are not repaired when the oxygen sensor is replaced, the sensor will fail again.

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Nissan Maxima vehicles with this problem

7 model years affected

Average mileage: 154,696 miles

(115,000 - 210,000)

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Oxygen Sensor Replacement

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Oxygen Sensor May Fail Due to Leaking Power Steering Pump on Nissan Maxima

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Oxygen Sensor May Fail Due to Leaking Power Steering Pump on Nissan Maxima

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Repairs related to this problem

Oxygen Sensor Replacement

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Power Steering Pump Replacement