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1996 Nissan Maxima repairs by problem area

Engine (36%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (21%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)

Other (1%)

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1996 Nissan Maxima suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (18%)

$500 - $999 (18%)

$100 - $499 (55%)

< $100 (9%)

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Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

1996 Nissan Maxima

Engine not specified

209000 mi

US $664
replaced right front control arm, replaced sway bar links. Needed a wheel alignment after work was done. 
107000 mi Lower control arms, ball joints, bushings, swaybar end links, tie rod ends. 
113000 mi Wheel bearings making noise. 
205000 mi

US $700
Replaced front struts. 
131000 mi

US $1500
shock absorbers, rebuild front end of the car 
195000 mi

US $350
Replaced rear struts and springs 

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1996 Nissan Maxima 4-door

6-cylinder manual 2WD

150000 mi

US $200
replace struts 

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1996 Nissan Maxima 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

343000 mi

US $155
Replaced left front Strut assembly including spring. 
189000 mi

US $185
Front sway bar had broken. Replaced. 
171000 mi

US $300
Control arm bushing needed to be replaces? Some kind of bushing involved in steering was cracked. 
175000 mi

US $1390
Replaced rear structs. Replaced lower control arm. Replaced sway bar link. Four wheel alignment. 
129000 mi

US $425
replaced rear shocks 

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1996 Nissan Maxima Suspension Problems

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