My 2000 Nissan Maxima constantly knocks and pings when I try to accelerate on the highway or up a hill causing a dangerous condition on a entrance ramp or when attempting to pass. I have been told by Nissan dealers that the ignition coils need to be replaced (for $1000) and there is a technical service bulletin issue by the NHTSA to do so. I consider this a dangerous situation that Nissan should be responsible for and I would like to see a recall to cover the cost of this defeat.

- East Northport, NY, USA

I drive a well maintained 2000 Nissan Maxima SE that is regularly serviced. I took the car to the shop at 100,000 due to "service engine soon" light. The diagnosis was to replace all 6 ignition coils - because 1 was likely bad, they couldn't tell which one, and that once one goes the others follow suit. They wanted $1400. I believe this is a manufacturers defect and should be recalled, but Nissan refuses to recall this part. Hundreds and hundreds of 2000 Maxima owners are having the same problem with these ignition coils. It makes me wronder about Nissan these days.

- Laurel, MD, USA

The contact owns a 2000 Maxima gle that experienced a failure on the right passenger side headlight. The contact purchased a new bulb for the light. Upon installation of the new light bulb it was discovered that the bulbs plug was fused and burned in that particular headlight. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, who noted the bulb could not be replaced because the bulb were connected to an electrical wiring harness that was connected to lighting within the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired due to the cost. The manufacturer has not been contacted at this point. Updated 11/29/2005. The consumer is concerned that this is a potential fire/safety hazard.

- Lithonia, GA, USA

While driving the check engine light came on. Dealership indicated that this occurred because the electronic coils malfunctioned and needed to be replaced. Six coils were replaced. This was a common failure with these vehicles.

- Newtown Square, PA, USA

2000 Nissan Maximas front engine mount froze and burnt up the computer as a result of the defect in the part. The dealer stated this has happen to multiple Maximas and there is no way to prevent it from happening. The cost of repair was $1500 for due to a damaged computer. Horrible electrical burning smell in the cabin that could have caused a fire.

- Lawrence, KS, USA

Electronic motor mount wiring shorted out, causing two computers to catch on fire. Dealer notified.

- Savage, MN, USA

I own a 2000 Nissan Maxima. Since the purchase in 2000 we have had several problems with the electrical. Blown fuses, ignition coils replaced, etc. When my power windows stopped working, then my door locks, then my lights I decided to take it to an independant mechanic. Under the driver's seat there are 3 motors, all with wiring. The wiring was run in such a way that wires had been rubbed & pressed against metal partsf of the vehicle, leaving bare wires exposed. So, when you would sit on the seat the wires would touch metal and short out. I feel fortunate that I was not a victim of a fire beneath the seat which I believe would have been the ultimate outcome. I think this should be checked out to see if it is a common problem with this year and make of vehicle. 2000 Nissan Maxima SE. Thank you.

- Stanwood, WA, USA