Faults:

At 14,475 there should not be anything that goes wrong regardless of age, but like so may other 2000-2001 Maxima owners, I am now a victim of bad ignition coils. I did extensive research on this issue and even signed a couple on-line petitions regarding it.

I then called 3 Nissan dealers. Not one of them would even acknowledge that an issue existed. I then called Nissan consumer affairs at 1-800 NISSAN1. They created a case number and politely told me to take it to a Nissan dealer as my independent shop did not understand Nissan vehicles.

My independent shop and several others I called ALL acknowledged this Maxima issue and all had done several repairs. It makes you wonder how a Nissan dealer could not at least acknowledge the issue, unless there was something to hide.

I know Nissan boasts the Maxima as their flagship, and Nissan consumer affairs even stated such. I bet that is why they do not acknowledge this issue. They simply do not want to tarnish the reputation of their flagship.

Like the rest of you, I am now reaching deep in to my pockets to pay for a repair for a poorly designed coil or a poorly designed application of the coil.

STEP UP TO THE PLATE NISSAN.

General Comments:

Gas mileage is good for amount of power.

It is quick and handles well.

The ride is OK for a sports type suspension.

The turning radius is extremely poor.

*Electronics and emissions issues*

Faults:

I have many problems with my 2000 Nissan Maxima. The ignition coils are defected and Nissan refuses to recalled them. Yet I have to pay to fix their mistake. Not to mention my ignition frequently locks in place and I'm unable to turn the key the ignition. I thought Nissan were great cars. I guess I was wrong I will never buy a Nissan again.

Faults:

The issue is the ignition coils. I had the problem surface at 34,000 miles. The plugs foul and the "check engine light" goes on and stays on. The dealer explained that it is a known issue and a very costly repair. I say it should be a recall item. The dealer actually agreed, but his hands are tied. Nissan please keep your good name and step to the plate with a recall.

General Comments:

Other than the "should be recalled" ignition coil failures the car is roomy and rides great. It also has great acceleration. I would rate it a 9 but the Nissan reliability and consumer awareness a 5.

Faults:

The #2 coil went out at about 90000, and the service engine soon light comes on all the time. Had the Mass Airflow Sensor replaced, yet the the SES light still comes on quite a bit though nothing seems to be wrong.

General Comments:

I love the car for the way it drives, feels, and performs, but from what I have seen from different forums is that the coils and SES light are a very common concern. So far I have been lucky enough to have the warranty cover most problems, but if not, I would been greatly hurting right now.

Once again, the car is a dream to drive but the technical problems I am having with it are getting a bit rediculous. I also know that there seems to be a Class Action Lawsuit attempt towards Nissan for not recalling the 2000 SE despite all the coils that have been going out.