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1991 Nissan Maxima Reliability Rating
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Engine
Occasional problems on this vehicle are failures of the Engine Control (ECCS) Relay and the Fuel Injectors, and a periodic problem is failure of the Crank Angle Sensor. Failure of the ECCS Relay or the Crank Angle Sensor will prevent the vehicle from starting.The cost to repair the ECCS Relay is estimated at $30.00 for parts and $45.50 for labor.The cost to repair the Fuel Injectors is estimated at $124.54 each (Black Injectors) or $133.25 each (Blue Injectors) for parts (total of 6) and $143.00 for labor.The cost to repair the Crank Angle Sensor is estimated at $492.06 for parts and $52.00 for labor.All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Transmission & Driveline
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Steering & Suspension
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Brakes
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Heating & Air Conditioning
A periodic problem on this vehicle is failure of the Electronic Control Unit (ECU).The cost to repair the ECU is estimated at $694.00 for parts and $32.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Starting & Charging
Infrequent problems reported, all with low repair costs.
Accessories
Periodic problems on this vehicle are failures of the Vehicle Speed Sensor and the Speedometer (analog).The cost to repair the Vehicle Speed Sensor is estimated at $94.23 (Manual Transmission) or $97.16 (Automatic Transmission) for parts and $32.50 for labor. The cost to repair the Speedometer is estimated at $171.26 for parts and $84.50 for labor. All prices are estimates based on $65 per flat rate hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
Overall
4 out of 5
*Repair costs are based on a flat rate of $65.00 per hour and do not include diagnostic time or any applicable sales tax.
When considering this vehicle for purchase, be sure to check the following:
ECU
ECCS Relay
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