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2012 Nissan Maxima repairs by problem area

Engine (9%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (5%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (32%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (32%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (14%)

Other (5%)

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2012 Nissan Maxima electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (14%)

$100 - $499 (43%)

< $100 (43%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Nissan Maxima 4dr Sedan

290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD

73000 mi

US $300
Headlight and fog light replacement, passenger side 
90000 mi

US $950
A dead battery on a hot day had me bring to shop, expecting a simple replacement. Dealer diagnosed a bad diode (of three?) in alterator leading to OV and liekly premature failure for new battery. Learned that in order to repalce alternator it is required to remove AC compressor (!!!!). Online research showed this to be true, so went ahead with whole package. The dealer has treated me will in past, so am choosing to not doubt diagnosis. 
33000 mi

US $200
Washer fluid pump didn't work. 
5000 mi Battery has died four times since new and the car had to be jumped each time. Each time the battery failed, the car had been sitting for several days, started ok,proceeded to drive with ac and head lights on. Next start the battery was dead 
9000 mi Battery failed 
5000 mi Driver Window regulator replaced under warranty. 
27000 mi

US $139
replaced battery 

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2012 Nissan Maxima Electrical Problems

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