2013 Nissan Maxima: Main bearing
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2013 Maxima report: main bearing. CarComplaints.com lists 1 owner complaints, average mileage 5,000 miles.
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints for the 2013 Maxima in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11582321 (filed 04/11/2024): “The contact owns a 2013 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while accelerating from a stop, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was able to restart on the third attempt however the failure recurred. the vehicle w…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11501392 (filed 01/12/2023): “The transmission is failing in my car it doesn't want to go. stalling out shuttering,jerking.…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: replace main bearing (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Internal engine work (lifters, oil consumption, fuel dilution diagnosis) requires engine teardown or dealer software/tests. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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