Most common 2000 Nissan Maxima problems
Share of the 360 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Nissan Maxima complaints by model year
Best Maxima years: 2022, 2019, 2020. Years to avoid: 2009, 2010, 2004, 2005, 2006. Compare all years →
What 2000 Nissan Maxima owners say
Electrical system all 171 →
Battery exploded when ignition turned one click to "on" position. Vehicle was in garage. Heard a boom when I turned key. Opened hood to see smoke and a damaged battery. Caps were blown clear, top of cell was cracked in 4 places. Battery acid sprayed hood and surrounding area.
The coil has gone out on my 2000 Nissan Maxima twice now the first time catching on fire. The first time I just thought that it was just a part that needed to be replaced, after a little research I now believe that this is a defective part that needs to be recalled.
Engine & cooling all 81 →
My Nissan was parked on the street about 11:00 pm. The following morning, just before 7:00 am, I had knocking at my door and it was the fireman wanting the keys to my car so they could access the latch to open the hood. Smoke was coming out of the sides of the hood and the firemen were already spraying my hood as the engine was on fire. Since the latch did not work, an electric saw was used to open it. The engine was doused with the fire hose till the smoke stopped. You could see that the whole engine was black. The fire was so strong that the front was sitting on top of the front tire. It has been reported as an accident with cause unknown and must have been burning anywhere from 30 to 90 minutes. Odd that a fire would start since the car was sitting overnight for 6 to 7 hours, cold. I was fortunate not to be in the car. …
Our confirmation for earlier complaint is : 10628840 since we bought the car, it is an on going problem. We had engine light and suspension problem. While driving car some times starts wavering and jumping. Also gets very difficult to control the steering. Many of the Nissan places have charged us a healthy amount of money but the problem stays the same. Can not be driven on highways. I have submitted all the documents with the previous complaint. Please advise and help us. Thank you
Brakes all 33 →
I purchased this car at a buy here pay here lot the ABS system warning light is on and the brakes almost go to the floor I was told it was the acculator of the braking system failure and dealership said there May be a recall it should be cause the cost is over 1,000.00 dollars to repair the car runs good but that is alot of money to spend on a used car known for this issue and that no dealerships buy here pay here lots for people who have no credit get stuck with a good running car and the brakes are a big safety issue
Our confirmation for earlier complaint is : 10628840 since we bought the car, it is an on going problem. We had engine light and suspension problem. While driving car some times starts wavering and jumping. Also gets very difficult to control the steering. Many of the Nissan places have charged us a healthy amount of money but the problem stays the same. Can not be driven on highways. I have submitted all the documents with the previous complaint. Please advise and help us. Thank you
2000 Nissan Maxima engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed manual | FWD | 19 / 25 / 21 |
| 3.0L 6-cyl | 4-speed automatic | FWD | 18 / 26 / 20 |
EPA ratings. Class: Midsize car.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2000 Nissan Maxima a good car?
Based on 360 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2000 Maxima rates avoid: 2.5× as many complaints as a typical year of the Maxima at the same age. It is one of the Maxima years we suggest avoiding. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 Nissan Maxima?
The electrical system — 171 complaints, 48% of all complaints for this model year, most often about ignition. Next are the engine & cooling (81) and brakes (33).
How many recalls does the 2000 Nissan Maxima have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2000 Nissan Maxima. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Nissan Maxima?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2022, 2019 and 2020. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2009, 2010, 2004, 2005 and 2006. See the full Nissan Maxima years comparison.
At what mileage do 2000 Nissan Maxima problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 60,000 miles; 38% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.