2008 Nissan Maxima owner complaints

Vehicle hesitates to shift the transmission during acceleration. Most noticeable while the vehicle is going up an hill. The transmission produce a whining sound if the pedal is depressed to increase the acceleration. Transmission was replaced at just below 33,000 miles by the dealer. The ABS motor is running intermittently when the surface is dry and no rain or snow. This car was taken to the dealer numerous times without being repaired or an accurate diagnosis of the problem. The hinges on the hood and the doors are rusting. Th

Floor boards have rusted out to carpet on both sides of the vehicle. Car is 5 years old and now a safety hazard. I am the original owner, has been well taken care of. *tr

Driver and passenger floor rusted big whole on both side. Just look under the car this week when I took it to the mechanic

I was backing the car out of my driveway when the car stopped moving in reverse and moved forward. After stopping the car I attempted to back it again with the same results only the car moved forward enough to hit my fence causing minor damage to the driver side bumper. I called my dealership and the sent a tow truck and towed the car to the dealership. When I arrived at the dealership I was told that the car would probably need a new transmission. After a few days the service department call and said the car did in fact need a new transmission. This is a new car about four months old with maybe 5,000 miles on it. *tr

Have a 2008 Nissan maxima and just found out I need a transmission after only having it 2yrs ..dealer never told me that it had a problem when he sold to me had I known Nissan had a problem with this model I would never had purchase it...I need a whole new transmisson and for 3700 dollars I feel Nissan should rplace it at no cost to me since it seems that this issue seems to be with all there models not just mine...it just crap that im stuck trying to fix it...Nissan needs to make this problem or rather fix this issue that is so common in there vechicle they need to be held accountable ...check engine light came on and took it to the dealer cause it wouldnt shift and there it was a big heft bill to tell me that I needed a new transmission and had the nerve to tell me Nissan are known for b

Vehicle stopped forward movement in middle lane of I-95 north. Engine revolutions jumped to red zone but no forward movement. Had to coast, in light traffic, to edge of roadway merge lane. Engine then died. Engine re-started about 35 minutes later and traveled to us hwy 1 when same thing happened. Vehicle died in outer lane. State police arrived and assisted in pushing vehicle to business shoulder/driveway entrance. Had vehicle towed approximately 30 miles to transmission shop in fredericksburg, va where they told me the transmission was gone.

Tl*the contact owns a 2008 Nissan maxima. The contact stated that there was a malfunction with the tire pressure warning system. He noticed that the indicator continued to illuminate and took the vehicle to the dealer. The dealer found no failures and stated that the tires needed air. The failure occurred four times. The dealer also stated that if the temperature changed, it would trigger the indicator as well. The contact was also informed that if the pressure dropped to -1 lb, the air pressure indicator would illuminate. The manufacturer stated that there was a file already created for the contact. The current mileage was approximately 19,000 and failure mileage was approximately 500. Updated 03/09/09. *lj updated 03/10/09.*jb

Complete tire blow out of front passenger side. Car was traveling @60 miles per hour. 2nd car with goodyear eagles on Nissan maxima. Recalled tires on 2004. 2008 has same issue. Wait for recall again? Or wait until someone is killed? The car had 10,000 miles. *tr

Rusting in their cars' floorboards. Rusting large enough to see through the car floor.

While waiting for a traffic light to turn green the car stalled. Had to turn the car starter several times before the car would start again. The dealer diagnosed the issue as a failed cam and crank shaft sensor. Prior to this incident the car had trouble starting and would stall when the engine was cold. The dealer diagnosed the issue as the fuel pump not holding its pressure. Cam and crank shaft sensors were replaced as well as the fuel pump.

Upon starting the car, air bag light continues to blink and does not go out. The indication is that something is wrong with the air bag system, thus making the vehicle unsafe to drive.

My passage side air bag leather is splitting! I've gone to the dealership where I bought the vehicle, I was told they don't fix it or don't know anyone that will. If they would fix it, the car dealership would be responsible if it did not open! I've asked around no one knows anyone that can repair it...never had an accident in the car.

Rattling noise comes from fuel tank when it is full when car comes to a complete stop, or sudden move. Noise continue for 1-2 seconds after the car stop. *tr

Rattling noise comes from steering column, defective rack and pinion gear assy. Had to be replaced. *tr

Rattling noise comes from suspension assy. Over small bump over low speed. *tr

My airbag light stays on when I'm driving and I'm sure it is faulty. Also the light indicator for my tire pressure stays on even though I've put adequate air in the tire. This occurs while the car is motion and when it is not in motion.

About 4-5 months ago I noticed an oil spot on my driveway and as the months passed the spots got larger and larger. Now if the car is running my 2008 maxima leaves a large oil spot wherever I am stopped. It is getting very aggravating because I now can't drive my car any long distances for fear of it running out of oil and causing severe engine damage. Please help! *tr

The front rotors became warped for the 2nd time since I have owned the car. The first time the car had approx 23k miles, was under warranty and the vehicle was repaired at a local Nissan dealership. The car now has 49k miles and once again began vibrating when the brakes were applied. Car was taken to a mechanic, who recommended that both front rotors be replaced. Two sets of rotors in a car with less than 50k miles seems excessive. *tr