2000 Nissan Maxima Engine cooling Problems
- Complaints
- 72about this part
- Share
- 20%of 360 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 58,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 72 complaints about the engine cooling of the 2000 Nissan Maxima, 20% of the 360 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 58,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“There was a noise in the car and it was time for regular maintenance. Needless to say I was shocked to learn that the motor mounts were rusted and needed replacing. The paint job has deteriorated badly even I had kept it clean and waxed.”
NHTSA complaint #10618513, filed 2014-08, 120,000 miles“My son was driving this car and heard the engine making unusual noise and a clunking noise. I took the car to a mechanic to have it checked out and found out the front sub frame is completely rusted out. The front motor mount isn't attached to anything. The motor isn't supported up front. He told me the car is not safe to drive. I can't believe there isn't a recall on something so dangerous. I'm filing this report in case I have to take legal action at a later date.”
NHTSA complaint #10475247, filed 2012-09, 107,264 miles“During routine inspection at Nissan dealership technician discovered that the stuctural support for the radiator was rotted. The structural support also supports the engine. Dealership informed me that this is very dangerous and requires immediate attention. The structural integrity of the engine mount is compromised. This seems to be a common defect, as I observed at least 5 other similar complaints posted on the NHTSA website. Owners of these vehicles should be notified of this dangerous condition.”
NHTSA complaint #10447568, filed 2012-02, 94,266 miles“I purchased a used 2000 Nissan Maxima that had 28,000 miles on it almost 3 years ago. I have only put 6,000 miles on the car, but have had problems with the check engine light being on almost continuously since I purchased the vehicle. I took it to my regular mechanic when it had to pass smog inspection. He temporarily fixed the engine light problem, but soon as I accelerated over 50 miles per hour, the light came on again. …”
NHTSA complaint #10134400, filed 2005-08, 29,000 miles“The service engine soon light comes on about once a month. My automobile mechanic has turned off the light each time. He says that the catalytic converter is either weakening or their is a defect in the light. I find it alarming especially when I'm driving and I worry about it each time it comes on.”
NHTSA complaint #10003397, filed 2003-01, 250 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10019626Mar 30, 2006Engine oil cooler gasket available.
Engine cooling: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | 3% |
| 2016 | 2 | 1% |
| 2012 | 2 | 2% |
| 2011 | 2 | 2% |
| 2010 | 3 | 1% |
| 2009 | 4 | 1% |
| 2008 | 2 | 3% |
| 2007 | 6 | 5% |
| 2006 | 24 | 4% |
| 2005 | 40 | 4% |
| 2004 | 70 | 5% |
| 2003 | 54 | 26% |
| 2002 | 30 | 15% |
| 2001 | 28 | 16% |
| 2000 | 72 | 20% |
| 1999 | 38 | 23% |
| 1998 | 5 | 4% |
| 1997 | 12 | 12% |
| 1996 | 17 | 18% |
| 1995 | 22 | 14% |
| 1994 | 18 | 20% |
| 1993 | 10 | 13% |
| 1992 | 22 | 20% |
| 1991 | 8 | 11% |
| 1990 | 7 | 7% |
| 1989 | 2 | 3% |
| 1988 | 12 | 20% |
| 1987 | 21 | 12% |
| 1986 | 9 | 15% |
| 1985 | 13 | 24% |
| 1984 | 3 | 10% |
| 1983 | 2 | 40% |
Other parts of the 2000 Nissan Maxima
171 complaintsBrakes
33 complaintsAir bags
23 complaintsBody and structure
22 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
22 complaintsSuspension
17 complaintsOther or unknown
12 complaintsVehicle speed control
12 complaintsTires
10 complaintsEngine
9 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsSteering
8 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2000 Nissan Maxima
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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