1996 Nissan Maxima
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
5 recalls name the 1996 Nissan Maxima. Newest first.
Dope, inc. IS recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.
Sabersport IS recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
K2 motor IS recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. these headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. the recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. owners may contact K2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.
Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.
Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Owner complaints
96 complaints13 involved a crash3 involved a fire8 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Engine · Steering
TL* the contact owns a 1996 nissan maxima. The contact stated that while slowing down at approximately 5 mph, the vehicle stalled as the steering wheel seized. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the technician informed the contact that the vehicle was operating as designed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 100,300.
- Electrical system › Alternator/generator/regulator
Car fire. my son's car caught on fire while he was driving it due to a part nissan knew was defective. There IS a recall for 1997-1999 nissan maximas due to a defect in their alternators that caused them to catch fire. details about the recall are below. my son was driving his 1996 maxima when…
Car fire. my son's car caught on fire while he was driving it due to a part nissan knew was defective. There IS a recall for 1997-1999 nissan maximas due to a defect in their alternators that caused them to catch fire. details about the recall are below. my son was driving his 1996 maxima when the alternator caught fire. luckily, he escaped without injury. although his car was not included in the recall, clearly the part that started the fire IS the same and it IS the part that ignited the fire. I spoke with nissan consumer affairs three times over the past couple of weeks. I am contacting you because I was not able to get nissan to discuss this event in terms of the security aspect of it. unfortunately, they chose to look at it strictly as a warranty issue. it stands to reason, if this part was in my son's car, it IS also in other 1996 maximas. the next person who experiences a car fire due to a faulty alternator may not be as lucky as my son. note: I bought back the alternator from the service department and I have it at home. www.automobilemag.com/am/1997/nissan/maxima/recalls.html recall ID # 02v171000 - electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator recall date: jun 24, 2002 model affected: 1997 nissan maxima summary: on certain passenger vehicles, one of the diodes used in the alternator may have been damaged when built. This can eventually result in failure of the diode and an electrical short which could melt the plastic housing. consequence: if the combustible gas emitted by the melting plastic does not disperse due to air flow through the engine compartment, it could ignite and in turn ignite the fan guide in the alternator. the alternator was replaced at a cost of $560 updated 10/17/11 *tr
- Electrical system · Engine and engine cooling · Equipment · Fuel system, other
My 1996 nissan maxima caught on fire by itself in the midnight, and it was almost completely destroyed by the fire. I received the vehicle from my friend as a gift, which was in a very good condition. And I also paid the buckner's auto service center at knoxville, tn for checking the car in detail…
My 1996 nissan maxima caught on fire by itself in the midnight, and it was almost completely destroyed by the fire. I received the vehicle from my friend as a gift, which was in a very good condition. And I also paid the buckner's auto service center at knoxville, tn for checking the car in detail and getting it repaired. But 8 days after, the car was on fire. During the 8 days, the car was parked in the parking lot in front of my apartment, and nobody ever touched the car. It's cloudy or rainy in all these days. Though fortunately my wife and I were safe, we were really scared and my wife was afraid of vehicles from then on. We have arrived at the u.s less than 2 months, and this incident almost completely disrupted our lives. The following IS the description from the knoxville police department crime report: the vehicle had not been driven for eight days. Interviewed car owner, who states he has been in the us for about one month, and had received the vehicle as a gift from a friend. He said that he had taken the car for repairs and to be serviced at buchners auto repair on 9/8/2009 and had an invoice of the work performed. He said that the car had not been driven since then because he was still in the process of obtaining his driver license. There was only an 8 mile difference the invoice mileage and the cars odometer reading. investigation of the vehicle revealed an engine compartment fire. The car was locked and hood was secure when eng 12 arrived. Then had to force the hood since the cable did not function due to fire damage. Areas of high heat were indicated on the hood over the battery and fuel/air intake locations. Also of note was that the cooling fans were destroyed and one had fallen to the ground. this fire IS considered to accidental and the cause to be a mechanical or electrical malfunction. The owner does not have insurance on the vehicle. Suggested that the owner take photos and contact buchners to check for any recalls or to's for this vehicle. *Tr
- Air bags
The air bag light on dash just started flashing intermittently then I just see that there IS a recall. However my car IS 1996. I am a nervous wreck trying to drive. *Tr
- Air bags · Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the air bag indicator constantly flashed on the instrument panel. she took the vehicle to the dealer and paid $125 for an estimate. the dealer stated that the failure was incapable of being repaired. in the summer of 2007, the…
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 nissan maxima. the contact stated that the air bag indicator constantly flashed on the instrument panel. she took the vehicle to the dealer and paid $125 for an estimate. the dealer stated that the failure was incapable of being repaired. in the summer of 2007, the manufacturer stated that they would not assist in repairing the failure. the current mileage was approximately 84,000 and failure mileage was approximately 75,000. updated 11/28/08 *bf the vehicle was loosing power steering fluid. The dealer stated the pump had a leak. Updated 12/02/08. *Jb
- Tires
Of 4 tires purchased in may 2008, 3 have failed. one tire was replaced due to radial tire pull. a second was replaced due to a blister that developed on the sidewall. a third was replaced due to a flat spot that was discovered on the tread, which was found when the tire could not be balanced. all 3 tires failed within the first 6,000 miles of treadwear. tires are goodyear comfort tread. *Tr
- Steering › Gear box › Shaft pitman
I faced a rare (i don't know I am thinking it as rare) problem with nissan maxima. when I was driving the vehicle in drive mode my friend, sitting in the other seat, accidentally changed the gear to reverse mode then the strange thing happened, the car steering got locked and the car got…
I faced a rare (i don't know I am thinking it as rare) problem with nissan maxima. when I was driving the vehicle in drive mode my friend, sitting in the other seat, accidentally changed the gear to reverse mode then the strange thing happened, the car steering got locked and the car got decelerated very fast (as I was applying a brake) and even though I changed the gear into drive mode the car wont pick acceleration and behaved as it IS in the neutral gear. So, the car stopped in the middle of the interstate on the left lane and we almost got killed by the on coming traffic. Since the steering wheel IS not moving we are not able to move the car to the shoulder. What we did IS we stopped (turn off) the vehicle on the interstate and changed the gear into parking and started it again, after "few seconds" the car finally moved. I am so scared by the event and I wanted to report to some one and I thought may be nhtsa IS the best bet. please tell me whether it will be the same to any car or will that be only on nissan maxima. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 nissan maxima. the contact must make 5 or 6 attempts in order to start the vehicle. occasionally, he must depress the accelerator pedal to the floor for the vehicle to start. the failure occurs each time he attempts to start the vehicle, especially after it has been…
Tl*the contact owns a 1996 nissan maxima. the contact must make 5 or 6 attempts in order to start the vehicle. occasionally, he must depress the accelerator pedal to the floor for the vehicle to start. the failure occurs each time he attempts to start the vehicle, especially after it has been parked for several hours. if the vehicle has been driven and IS still warm, it takes 2 or 3 attempts to start. the mechanic suggested that the failure may be fuel system related and he replaced the fuel pump, filters, wiring harness, and starter. the contact stated that the transmission IS difficult to shift. he believes that the electrical sensor IS not reading correctly. the purchase date and dealer information were unavailable. the current mileage was 157,000 and failure mileage was 143,000.
- Air bags · Equipment › Electrical › Radio/tape deck/cd etc. · Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Pump
Tl*the contact owns 1996 nissan maxima. she stated that the air bag light flashed at all times. the dealer stated that the vehicle needed a new air bag system. the contact also stated that there was a leak on the power steering pump. the failure mileage was 75,000 and the current mileage wa 75,900. updated 02/01/08 *lj. the consumer also stated the radio did not work
- Vehicle speed control
1. I was parking near downtown seattle at a curb parking spot. While aligning my car to the curb with my foot on the brake, the car suddenly accelerated from idle speed to full throttle. by pressing the brake pedal very hard and shifting to neutral from drive position, I was able to stop the card…
1. I was parking near downtown seattle at a curb parking spot. While aligning my car to the curb with my foot on the brake, the car suddenly accelerated from idle speed to full throttle. by pressing the brake pedal very hard and shifting to neutral from drive position, I was able to stop the card from lurching forward and hitting the car in front. The car returned to idle speed after shifting to neutral. 2. I had stopped at a stop sign at a four-way intersection on mercer island, wa behind another car. My foot was on the brake pedal. Suddenly, the car accelerated forward with the transmission in drive position from idle speed to full throttle. I had to push very hard on the brake pedal to prevent my car from hitting the car ahead and put the transmission in neutral position after which the car returned to idle speed. *tr
- Structure › Frame and members
Front radiator support rusted out and can cause vehicle's engine to drop out. *nm
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control › Gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Dt*: the contact stated the check engine light illuminates after 55-60 trips to an independent mechanic. In addition to the check engine light illuminating the engine made a pinging noise when accelerating. on one occasion,the mechanic cleaned the coils. The independent repair shop suggested…
Dt*: the contact stated the check engine light illuminates after 55-60 trips to an independent mechanic. In addition to the check engine light illuminating the engine made a pinging noise when accelerating. on one occasion,the mechanic cleaned the coils. The independent repair shop suggested replacing the egr valve, but the contact declined because the state would not allow the installation of a used egr valve. The codes were cleared several times in order to get the light to go off. The check engine light always comes back on. Sometimes it came on within 30 minutes of being repaired.*ak
- Engine and engine cooling › Exhaust system › Emission control · Power train › Driveline › Differential unit · Steering › Linkages › Tie rod assembly · Vehicle speed control › Cruise control
Check engine light stayed on even after routine maintenance was done. the cruise control stopped working after the 1ST year I bought it. in the 5 years I have owned the car, the starter has been replaced twice, the differential was replaced, tie rod ends were replaced, struts were replaced, a new…
Check engine light stayed on even after routine maintenance was done. the cruise control stopped working after the 1ST year I bought it. in the 5 years I have owned the car, the starter has been replaced twice, the differential was replaced, tie rod ends were replaced, struts were replaced, a new muffler/tail pipe was replaced, and this year, 2 oil leaks developed, 1 inside the engine. the mechanic said this was a defect of nissan, not anything that I did or didn't do. it cost over $700 to fix the leaks. the leaks blew out the sensors, and the car didn't pass the emissions. I spent another $850 in getting new sensors. once the sensors were replaced, the mechanic said there was a short in the fuel injector and he had to replace that. there IS still a short in the car somewhere as one of the back lights turns off and on when it feels like it, as does the light for the radio console (which its the original radio that came with the car, so it's not like someone messed around with it.) after replacing the sensors, the check engine light came on after the 2ND emissions test, which it rejected the car because it wasn't ready yet. the mechanic spent 7 (yes, seven) days trying to figure out what was wrong with the car, only to replace the entire dash board. after 1 day of driving, the check engine light came on again. no one can seem to figure out why the check engine light IS on. now the car feels unsafe when I'm driving it, as when the car hits 20 mph and 40 mph, the car jerks to the right and I have to concentrate on making sure I don't hit anyone. no one can seem to figure out what that IS either. the fan IS starting to sound loud when the air/heat IS on or when the car IS idle (stopped at a light) and the air only gets cold when its cool outside, not when it's hot. I spent $22,000 buying this car, and about another $5000 in repairs to date and its not yet 10 yrs. Old. *ak
- Latches/locks/linkages › Hood › Latch
On two occasions hood latch snapped. This could have caused injures to the consumer while making repairs under the hood. *Ak
- Power train › Axle assembly › Axle shaft › Seal
1996 nissan maxima, low mileage (50,000) failed nc state inspection due to failure of both cv joint boots. If the boots are not replaced, the axles will fail - causing sudden loss of power or sudden lockup on 1 or both front wheels.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
The vehicle caught on fire while parked in the driveway. The fire started from the main engine compartment per the fire department. Please provide more information. *nlm
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
While driving the vehicle shut off without warning. as a result the driver lost control of the vehicle. *ak
- Air bags › Frontal
While driving at 25 mph, the consumer crashed the vehicle and both air bags deployed. Affects from the air bag deployment caused 60% loss of hearing. Dealer notified.*ak *ts *jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline › Belts and associated pulleys
The vehicle was riding a little rough. the consumer took the vehicle to a mechanic and found that the timing chain tensioners were loose. the consumer was told that the vehicle would cost approximately $2300.00 to repair. *nlm
- Engine and engine cooling
Water pump leaks radiator coolant. This has led to engine-overheating and may cause severe engine failure (a safety issue). On checking with dealer, the estimated repair and replacement of water pump may cost around $750. This IS an unusually high cost for water pump replacement. With the car being…
Water pump leaks radiator coolant. This has led to engine-overheating and may cause severe engine failure (a safety issue). On checking with dealer, the estimated repair and replacement of water pump may cost around $750. This IS an unusually high cost for water pump replacement. With the car being a 96 model having only a mileage of about 50 k, this kind of water pump failure IS probably unseen on most other car models. Therefore, it IS suggested to the manufacturer to investigate into possible design defects of the water pump. *nlm
- Power train › Automatic transmission
The automatic transmission shifts to soon at lower speeds when the overdrive button IS on. if overdrives IS off there are no problems. I have changed the fluid but the problem has persisted.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
While driving the vehicle engine shut off. Wont start. nlm
- Tires › Tread/belt
Consumer IS requesting reimbursement for 2 michelin roadhandler t plus, P205 65r15, 92T ms dot B9PA F7PE 078 tires which show signs of tread separation from the tire body, the tread separation became obvious after a recent vacation trip involving lengthy drives at high interstate speeds when…
Consumer IS requesting reimbursement for 2 michelin roadhandler t plus, P205 65r15, 92T ms dot B9PA F7PE 078 tires which show signs of tread separation from the tire body, the tread separation became obvious after a recent vacation trip involving lengthy drives at high interstate speeds when outdoor temperatures were in the mid nineties, a continuous open split or groove has opened around the entire outer tire perimeter as if they were recap tires where the recap portion IS getting ready to fly off.*jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
It IS my understanding the nissan used plastic sprockets in the timing chain and they are failing. it IS also my understanding that nissan IS aware of the problem and has since changed the production from using plastic. the plastic sprockets break which can then cause major engine failure. to…
It IS my understanding the nissan used plastic sprockets in the timing chain and they are failing. it IS also my understanding that nissan IS aware of the problem and has since changed the production from using plastic. the plastic sprockets break which can then cause major engine failure. to have the timing chain problem repairs will cost me in excess of $2K because the manufacturer choose to experiemtn with using plastic in the engine.*ak
- Parking brake › Conventional › Mechanical › Linkage and cable
This car was parked on a driveway on the side of a home. the car was facing the street and the driveway had a slope downwards towards the street. The car has a five speed manual transmission. the car was parked with the parking brake pulled up and the gear in 2ND. about 45 minutes after the car…
This car was parked on a driveway on the side of a home. the car was facing the street and the driveway had a slope downwards towards the street. The car has a five speed manual transmission. the car was parked with the parking brake pulled up and the gear in 2ND. about 45 minutes after the car was parked in the driveway and the driver went into the home, the parking brake cable failed and the car rolled into the street causing an accident - a car that was travelling on the street hit this car on the side as it rolled into the street after the parking brake failed. the car finally stopped by hitting a hill on the neighbor's front yard accross the street. some of the neighbors noticed that the parking brake was in the up position (engaged). after this accident, the parking brake was found to have no resistance at all further supporting the claim that the parking brake cable failed. this IS a serious malfunction in the car and should be pursued.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10243708DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10239062SILICONE-BASED LUBRICANT OR GREASE CAN DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SERVICE INFORMATION Do not apply Silicone-based lubricants or grease to, or around, any interior electrical components. To avoid the risk of death or severe personal injury, do not directly spray Silicone-based lubricant or grease, or inadvertently overspray Silicone-based lubricant or grease onto any interior electrical components. These types of lubricants can be detrimental to the proper operation of electrical components.
- 1023906012 VOLT BATTERY TESTING FOR IN-SERVICE VEHICLES SERVICE INFORMATION The following Service Information lists NNA procedural recommendations for establishing good connections while performing 12V battery testing. These recommendations are expected to promote uniformity during the connection process, therefore reducing the number of incorrect Test with DCA and Replace results. HINT: If 12 volt batteries are allowed to discharge for a prolonged period of time, battery life may be drastically reduced. This condition may lead to premature battery replacement and customer dissatisfaction. IMPORTANT: CPX-900 is now an accepted testing tool to use along with or in place of the DSS-5000 CPX-900 operating instructions are found at: https://nissancpx900.midtronics.com/ DSS-5000 operating instructions are found at: https://nissandss5000.midtronics.com/ DCA-8000 is now a required testing tool to be used for all warranty replacement decisions. The DCA-8000 is also a more efficient charger than previously available, and will charge any available 12 volt lead acid battery safely and accurately as long as all precautions and inputs are made correctly. The DCA-8000 operating instructions are found at: https://nissandca8000.midtronics.com/
- 10235710INTELLIGENT KEY REPLACEMENT OR SWAPPING BETWEEN VEHICLES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10235707VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232658REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232657WHEEL BEARING COLLISION DAMAGE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232656WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232652DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10206391STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10192305SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for each vehicle. IMPORTANT: Turn the ignition switch OFF, disconnect both battery terminals, and wait at least 3 minutes before performing any service on the SRS. See this bulletin for further detail.
- 10192233Nissan Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory Alloy wheels, along with their finish coating (clear, chrome, titanium, etc.), are specifically developed to achieve Nissan design and performance standards. These Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory wheels are subjected to testing to ensure they meet Nissan's standards. Nissan Original Equipment Alloy or Genuine Accessory wheels subjected to aftermarket chroming may no longer continue to meet these standards and may be seriously damaged. Therefore, Nissan most strongly discourages, and recommends that these wheels NEVER be subjected to, aftermarket chroming. See this bulletinfor further detail.
- 10192217If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut PFM Series brake lathe has been chosen as the approved tool for rotor resurfacing. - The ProCut PFM Series brake lathe can be ordered from TECH-MATE at 1-800-662-2001. - ProCut technical support or service can be obtained by calling 1-800-543-6618. NOTE: Brake rotors may need to be resurfaced during routine brake repair or for brake "judder" incidents. - Brake judder: A brake pedal pulsation and/or steering wheel shimmy when braking that occurs when there is too much thickness variation of the brake rotors (see NTB00-033). See this bulletin for further detail.
- 10192216SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into the following categories: a. Brake Noise: A squeak, squeal, clunk, or groan that occurs when the brakes are applied or released. b. Brake Judder: A vibration that can be felt in the vehicle, steering wheel or brake pedal when the brakes are applied. c. Pedal Feel: The effort needed to operate the brakes is too high or too low. SERVICE PROCEDURE 1. Verify the condition by road testing the vehicle with the customer. 2. Determine the specific brake incident based on the description in the Service Information above. 3. Follow the appropriate repair procedure(s), listed on the following pages, for your specific incident. See this bulletin for further details.
- 10192192As part of an enhanced emissions test for Inspection & Maintenance (I/M), some States may require the System Readiness Test (SRT) status be checked. - The SRT is used to indicate whether the engine control module (ECM) has completed self diagnosis of major emissions systems and components. - In these instances the State may require completion of the SRT before permitting the emissions inspection to proceed. Refer to this Bulletin for further details.
- 10192145SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin provides information to identify: - A leaking strut or a shock absorber that qualifies for replacement under warranty. - A strut or shock absorber that has slight oil seepage, a condition which is considered normal, does not affect strut/shock absorber operation or performance, and does not require replacement. - A strut or shock absorber that should be replaced due to rod resistance/noise issues. See this bulletin for further detail.
- 10188377STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10181007VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN 1996 MAXIMA MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LIGHT (MIL) ISSUES Service Campaign ID #s P8132 & P8152 are no longer active. Repair orders opened after this bulletins published date are no longer eligible for reimbursement under Campaign ID #s P8132 & P8152. Discard all previous versions of NTB98-073.
- 10179618VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN MAXIMA POWER STEERING RETURN HOSE LEAKS Service Campaign ID # P8140 is no longer active. Repair orders opened after this bulletins published date are no longer eligible for reimbursement under Campaign ID # P8140. Discard all previous versions of NTB98-067.
- 10051767Nissan: lock/unlock request button on outside handle does not respond.
- 10032506Nissan: vent control valve replacement. When replacing the evap canister vent control valve for reason: use the one listed on page 2; for vent control valve replacement procedure, refer to the appropriate section of the electronic service manuals (esm; when installing the new valve, do not add any lube to its o ring; for frontier (D40 series) only, install the protector listed in parts information. Includes 2005-09 frontier. Updated 12/8/10.
- 10031305Nissan: tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light on/flashing. No models or model years listed. Updated on 08-11-2011.
- 10030165Nissan: the 12 volt battery IS an important part of the vehicle electrical system and IS required to stay connected when the engine IS running. To prevent damage to vehicle electronic components follow the instructions/cautions. No model years listed.
- 10025522Nissan: srs precautions during service;improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the srs, can lead to a serious injury or death caused by unintentional activation of the srs on all nissan models with the srs systems. Updated 2/21/14.
- 10017473Front seat belt latch plate retaining button missing.
- 10003515Front seat belt latch plate retaining button missing.
- 632164Subject regarding revised throttle position sensor (tps) adjustment procedure.
- 631971Information on nissan revised tps adjustment procdure. *Slc
- 631766Information regarding essential tool: throttle position sensor test connector. *Slc
- 631760Subject regarding revised maintenance procedures. *Slc
- 629210Seat belt latch plate retaining button missing.
- 624064Subject pertaining to revised maintenance procedures.*jb
- 624020Information on valve shim lifter set.*jb
- 623162Service information regarding inner tie rod wrenches.
- 614901On applied vehicles, the power audio antenna IS inoperative, the antenna assembly circuit board may be corroded due to improper water drainage.
- 613975This bulletin contains a new timing chair tensioner, tensioner gasket and guide if a rattle of either several seconds or continuously IS heard coming from the area of the timing chain cover when the engine IS started after a cold soak for vehicles within certain vin ranges.
- 613963Some vehicles may exhibit a malfunction indicator light (mil) on due to water entering the evaporative emission (evap) canister.
- 613476Some vehicle may exhibit a groan or humming noise from the rear of the vehicle after releasing the brake pedal and moving forward slowly at approximately 5 mph (8 mph).
- 610986Concerns with the truck lid popping open.
- 610985Some customers may indicate that a light ticking or humming noise can be heard coming from the blower motor of an applied vehicle when the motor IS run at low fan speeds.
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