Trunk Open Message Due to Corrosion in Trunk Lock Assembly on Nissan Maxima

Submitted by Vehicle Owner · May 29, 2025
Published by RepairPal

Problem overview

The rear spoiler (if equipped) may allow water to leak into the trunk and onto the trunk lock assembly. This could cause corrosion on the lock assembly leading to false "trunk open" signals to the body control module (BCM) and erroneous security alarm system activation.

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