P0780 on NISSAN MAXIMA
What P0780 Means on Your NISSAN MAXIMA
Real NISSAN MAXIMA Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)
"When in low gears 1-2, 2-3 gears jerks. high rev then strong jerk. felt like gears slipped. car then became sluggish and would not power of 5mph. check engine light came on. had car checked code p0780 showed. shift malfunction. this seems to be on going with maxima 04-06."
"I would like to add to the growing number of concerned consumers that are experiencing the same problem that i'm having with my 2006 nissan maxima sl transmission. i purchased this vehicle in august 09. i currently have 64,000 miles and had the vehicle less than 2yrs."
Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.
Common Causes of P0780 on NISSAN MAXIMA
Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.
Complaint Trend by Year
What To Do Next
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Get a proper diagnosis
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