2001 Nissan Maxima engine problems
35 complaints about engine have been filed for the 2001 Nissan Maxima, which is 16% of all its NHTSA complaints. It is the most reported problem area for this model year.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 35 16% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 87,000 miles 27 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 0 and 0
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 0
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When engine problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 2 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 1 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 6 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 2 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 7 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 3 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 1 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 3 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 2 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 0 |
What the data shows
Of the 27 engine complaints that report mileage, the median is about 87,000 miles, and 33% were reported before 60,000 miles.
None of the engine complaints mention a crash, fire, injury or death.
What owners wrote
Front brake wheel bearing failed, brake rotors warps in less than 15,000 mi. 02 sensor failed < 15,000 mi, need brakes replaced less than every 15,000 mi. Excessive vibration in front of automobile. Dealer is unable to isolate and repair. Automobile is no dam good.
Tl*the contact owns a 2001 nissan maxima. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning and then immediately restarted. The dealer stated that the air control valve needed to be replaced at the cost of $550. The contact has not repaired the vehicle because he believes it is a safety defect. The manufacturer did not provide any assistance. The failure and current mileages were 80,000.
Other problems reported for the 2001 Nissan Maxima
- Air bags 32 complaints
- Electrical system 28 complaints
- Suspension 27 complaints
- Brakes 23 complaints
- Exhaust system 15 complaints