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2004 Nissan Maxima repairs by problem area
Engine (35%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)
Brakes and Traction Control (4%)
Suspension and Steering (32%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (17%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)
Other (1%)
Chart based on 95 repairs.
2004 Nissan Maxima engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (6%)
$1000 - $2499 (24%)
$500 - $999 (15%)
$100 - $499 (21%)
< $100 (33%)
Chart based on 33 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2004 Nissan Maxima
Engine not specified
| 76880 mi $3500 |
but i was told that my fuel pump needs to be replaced becouse the engine goes off at times and sometime its takes time to start and when it does the transmision stays on fifth shift |
| 121000 mi US $46 |
Car would not start (would crank) pulled codes, replaced crankshaft position sensor. |
2004 Nissan Maxima 4dr Sedan
265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual FWD
| 86000 mi US $477 |
Service engine soon sensors needed replacement. |
| 89000 mi US $60 |
The "O" ring was leaking oil. It was replaced after 2 visits due to the inability to diagnose it immediately. The problem was fixed with the replacement of the "O" ring. |
| 107000 mi US $600 |
IVT Solenoid - 2 "Check engine light" came on and prompted these changes. |
| 111000 mi US $1300 |
The car was making a loud noise during driving. Upon inspection at the repair shop, it was found to need, 2 motor mounts, |
| 119000 mi US $800 |
Repaired a hose. |
| 180000 mi US $1000 |
There was a problem with the variable valve timing sensor and it needed to be replaced. Spark plugs also replaced, oil change. Leaky radiator hose. |
2004 Nissan Maxima 4dr Sedan
265-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
| 148000 mi US $41 |
Camshaft position sensor error - bank 2. Error code P0345. |
| 91000 mi US $2100 |
Oil leak |
| 149200 mi US $165 |
Problem: P0300 code-random mis-fire Dealer found no problem with thr car !!! |
| 139000 mi US $2100 |
Oil leaks all over! |
| 210500 mi | oil change, chech engine light is on... |
| 90000 mi US $500 |
Replaced Cam Timing Sensors |
| 99000 mi | Engine failure |
| 161800 mi US $344 |
Oil leak |
| 53320 mi $125 |
Sometimes when starting the engine, a cloud of blue gray smoke would come out of the exhaust pipe. It was suspected that the valve stem seals were worn and needed replacement. However it was found that the PCV valve was defective. Replaced. |
| 86000 mi | heat shield was loose and needed to be clamped |
| 97800 mi US $55 |
Had an oil leak. Repair was to oil cooler..replacing the O ring gasket |
| 133000 mi | radiator replaced as it was cracked and leaking fluid and engine was overheating |
| 161820 mi C $275 |
Replace catalytic converter sensors. |
| 172360 mi C $1400 |
Replaced timing chain |
| 198400 mi C $1200 |
Replaced timing chain. |
| 56000 mi | Replaced belts. |
| 74382 mi US $97 |
Upper radiator hose leaking; hose replaced. |
| 79388 mi US $2195 |
Have had a rattling noise since 35,000 miles (Nissan dealers have proved unhelpful). Upon removing the cover to replace the main tensioner, it was determined that an internal gasket had failed thus restricting oil flow. Inner timing cover was replaced. |
| 109000 mi US $400 |
Engine oil cooler cracked and leaking. Replaced. |
| 273300 mi | vacuum valve replaced |
| 42000 mi US $640 |
motor mounts had failed and needed replacing |
| 43500 mi US $650 |
Dealer replaced both engine mounts |
| 76000 mi US $1300 |
Timing chain was rubbing on guides. Dealer suggested replacing guides, and at the same time the timing chain. Kept car for 3 days, but gave me a new loaner. Repair successful and completely satisfactory. |
2004 Nissan Maxima 4-door
6-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 105000 mi US $430 |
Timing chain worn and needed to be replaced. |
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