Chrome roof trim on national backorder?
#1
Chrome roof trim on national backorder?
Dealer ordered 2 sets, said both arrived damaged or bent. Now they are telling me the roof trim that will replace my badly faded ones are on national backorder with no estimated time of arrival. What gives?
#7
Originally Posted by KCmaxx
^^Im with you... Mines done. Ask another dealer Carcus, see if they tell you the same thing.
#11
I sure hope backorder translates to "we're tired of re-replacing this trim, so we're making a better quality replacement." yeah right
on my 3rd set. even when the 05's were new on the lot, I saw every single one was already faded.
on my 3rd set. even when the 05's were new on the lot, I saw every single one was already faded.
#12
Originally Posted by chernmax
Damn, I must be lucky, early 04 Max and no chrome trim fade...
EDIT: I bought my 2004 in September of 2003, which I think was built near the beginning of that month. So, mine is also a fairly early 2004. I wonder if that has something to do with it, especially if all of the 2005's that NismoMax80 saw were already faded?
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Originally Posted by Monotaur
Mne isn't faded either... must be the red car that keeps it shiny.
EDIT: I bought my 2004 in September of 2003, which I think was built near the beginning of that month. So, mine is also a fairly early 2004. I wonder if that has something to do with it, especially if all of the 2005's that NismoMax80 saw were already faded?
EDIT: I bought my 2004 in September of 2003, which I think was built near the beginning of that month. So, mine is also a fairly early 2004. I wonder if that has something to do with it, especially if all of the 2005's that NismoMax80 saw were already faded?
#14
Did you guys just go to your dealer for this or did you call Nissan first?
The dealer where I bought the car is a long way away from me and I wonder if this is somehting that I could just have any Nissan dealer do withough getting too much hassle.
The dealer where I bought the car is a long way away from me and I wonder if this is somehting that I could just have any Nissan dealer do withough getting too much hassle.
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Originally Posted by darrinps
Did you guys just go to your dealer for this or did you call Nissan first?
The dealer where I bought the car is a long way away from me and I wonder if this is somehting that I could just have any Nissan dealer do withough getting too much hassle.
The dealer where I bought the car is a long way away from me and I wonder if this is somehting that I could just have any Nissan dealer do withough getting too much hassle.
On a side note, make sure you note the condition of your windshield, on several Org members rides this replacement has resulted in the dealer cracking the front windshield if not done correctly. Just a heads up that you heard it here first...
#17
I was at the dealer recently and walked the lot while waiting for more repairs to be made to my max. Each and every maxima on the used lot had seriously fading chrome. The difference between the roof and window trims was between a dull nickel finish and a nice and shiny mirror finish. It was really sad to see that all the cars on the lot have this issue. I did get to check out the new versa. I too will be joining the waiting list for the trim pieces.
#21
Originally Posted by darrinps
Did you guys just go to your dealer for this or did you call Nissan first?
The dealer where I bought the car is a long way away from me and I wonder if this is somehting that I could just have any Nissan dealer do withough getting too much hassle.
The dealer where I bought the car is a long way away from me and I wonder if this is somehting that I could just have any Nissan dealer do withough getting too much hassle.
#22
OMFG............ its going to cost me $220.00 to get my chrome stripes replaced.
They are $80.00 each + $60.00 for labor.
They are only under warranty for the 1st year of the car or 12,000 miles, which ever comes first...
Thats bullcrap..... How easy are those things to install????
They are $80.00 each + $60.00 for labor.
They are only under warranty for the 1st year of the car or 12,000 miles, which ever comes first...
Thats bullcrap..... How easy are those things to install????
#25
I'm not sure I understand what is going on here. I just went out and checked my roof strips (as well as every trim piece on the car), and my 'chrome' roof strips are so shiny I can see my reflection in them well enough to shave. They match the other chrome on the car exactly. And I bought my car over two years ago.
This may have something to do with always having my car garaged when at home (which is most of the time, as I am retired), and always trying to park in shade when away from home. I am also never near any heavy industrial area or large smokestacks spewing chemicals.
But it seems clear that Nissan has a problem with these roof strips. A person should not have to keep his Maxima in a garage every day. I am somewhat disappointed that a part that has given trouble for three years could be on national back order at this point. Nissan must recognize there comes a time to face reality and bite the bullet.
I feel very fortunate; a few dealer adjustments under warranty early on, then nothing but a few oil changes in the last 20 months. And I absolutely love the way this car drives.
This may have something to do with always having my car garaged when at home (which is most of the time, as I am retired), and always trying to park in shade when away from home. I am also never near any heavy industrial area or large smokestacks spewing chemicals.
But it seems clear that Nissan has a problem with these roof strips. A person should not have to keep his Maxima in a garage every day. I am somewhat disappointed that a part that has given trouble for three years could be on national back order at this point. Nissan must recognize there comes a time to face reality and bite the bullet.
I feel very fortunate; a few dealer adjustments under warranty early on, then nothing but a few oil changes in the last 20 months. And I absolutely love the way this car drives.
#27
OMFG.... i went to the dealer today to have them replace and it appears they originally quoted me the wrong price for labor.... they said it would be 90.00 each to have them installed... WTF i said... the service guy agreed... So I said *** it and left... bought some xbox games and a pizza instead...
dont believe me... call my stealership - 602-264-2332 ABC Nissan Phx, AZ
85.00 per strip
95.00 per install
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360.00 = bullcrap!
dont believe me... call my stealership - 602-264-2332 ABC Nissan Phx, AZ
85.00 per strip
95.00 per install
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360.00 = bullcrap!
#30
Originally Posted by 2LEET4U
OMFG.... i went to the dealer today to have them replace and it appears they originally quoted me the wrong price for labor.... they said it would be 90.00 each to have them installed... WTF i said... the service guy agreed... So I said *** it and left... bought some xbox games and a pizza instead...
dont believe me... call my stealership - 602-264-2332 ABC Nissan Phx, AZ
85.00 per strip
95.00 per install
----------
360.00 = bullcrap!
dont believe me... call my stealership - 602-264-2332 ABC Nissan Phx, AZ
85.00 per strip
95.00 per install
----------
360.00 = bullcrap!
#33
Originally Posted by Gadgetemt
Anybody know if they can be had in mat black????
I don't think i'll miss em, if they cost 95$ each to install.
Any1 know if they are a plastic or is it real metal?
Think i'd replace mine for real chromed metal/aluminum
#34
Originally Posted by Defiant_Max04
So do you think I could get them replaced free under warranty? I'm a 2 year owner with 30k miles.
nope you cant. it has to be under 1200 miles in order to get them replaced for free....
#39
I am waiting on mine to come in as well. I am also getting the front grill replaced all for free under warranty. The clear coat is bubbling on the front grill. The dealer was plenty aware of the chrome strips but the grill they looked and and agreed that it shouldnt do what is was under wear and tear.