1992 Nissan Maxima
1992 Nissan Maxima
The 1992 Nissan Maxima is a mid-size sedan that was offered with two engine options: a 3.0-liter V6 (VG30E) and a 3.0-liter V6 (VE30DE). The VG30E produced 160 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque, while the VE30DE produced 190 horsepower and 205 lb-ft of torque. Both engines were available with a 4-speed automatic transmission or a 5-speed manual transmission.
People like the Maxima for its powerful engine, roomy interior, and comfortable ride. However, some people have reported issues with the vehicle’s engine, transmission, suspension, electrical system, and interior.
Engine
3.0-liter V6 (VG30E)
Blown Head Gasket Description/Symptoms: Coolant leaks, overheating, white smoke from exhaust, loss of power. Solution: Replace head gasket. Estimated Cost to Fix: $1,000 - $2,000 Recalls: None Found
3.0-liter V6 (VE30DE)
Timing Chain Tensioner Failure Description/Symptoms: Rattling noise from engine, loss of power. Solution: Replace timing chain tensioner. Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000 Recalls: N/A
Transmission
4-Speed Automatic Transmission
Transmission Slipping Description/Symptoms: Transmission slipping gears, difficulty shifting, delayed engagement. Solution: Replace or rebuild transmission. Estimated Cost to Fix: $2,000 - $3,000+ Recalls: N/A
5-Speed Manual Transmission
No Issues Found
Suspension
Front-End Clunking Description/Symptoms: Clunking noise from front suspension when hitting bumps. Solution: Replace sway bar links or bushings. Estimated Cost to Fix: $200 - $400 Recalls: N/A
Electrical
Electrical System Malfunction Description/Symptoms: Electrical components (lights, radio, etc.) not working properly. Solution: Diagnose and repair electrical fault. Estimated Cost to Fix: $100 - $500+ Recalls: N/A
Exterior
No Issues Found
Interior
Dashboard Cracking Description/Symptoms: Cracks developing on dashboard. Solution: Replace dashboard. Estimated Cost to Fix: $500 - $1,000 Recalls: N/A
Summary
Overall, the 1992 Nissan Maxima is a reliable vehicle, but it has some potential issues that buyers should be aware of. The most common problems reported by owners include blown head gaskets, timing chain tensioner failure, transmission slipping, and electrical system malfunctions. These issues can be expensive to fix, so it’s important to factor them into the cost of ownership when considering purchasing a Maxima.