Last reported case: 7 years ago
Based on 6 owner reports, 6 from forums)
What is P0101?
P0101 indicates a problem with the Mass Air Flow (MAF) sensor circuit, meaning the sensor readings are outside the expected range for current engine conditions. This is a medium-severity powertrain issue that affects fuel delivery and engine performance, commonly triggered by sensor failures, intake leaks, or electrical problems. Based on real data, this code appears frequently in Honda Civic, Nissan Maxima, and Chevrolet Spark models.
Common Causes:
- Faulty or contaminated MAF sensor (most common cause)
- Intake air leaks after the MAF sensor
- Damaged or corroded wiring/connectors in the MAF circuit
- Dirty or clogged air filter restricting airflow
Symptoms:
- Check Engine Light illuminated on dashboard
- Reduced engine power or hesitation during acceleration
- Poor fuel economy and rough idle
- Engine stalling or difficulty starting
🚗P0101 on 2011 NISSAN Maxima
This page focuses specifically on P0101 issues reported by 2011 NISSAN Maxima owners. The experiences and fixes below are from real owners of this exact vehicle.
Symptoms Reported by 2011 NISSAN Maxima Owners:
Parts Often Involved:
What Owners Say
Real experiences from 2011 NISSAN Maxima owners
“S Did your car run faster/smoother after this? Im getting this done at 58k on my 12' just curious if this fixed the issue”View original
“I am holding off on going to dealer because they were going to charge $100 for plugging in the OBD2 scanner... But I would like to reset it to see if it will go away and come back again.”View original
“Tomorrow I will try cleaning the throttle body with MAF Cleaner. I am holding off on going to dealer because they were going to charge $100 for plugging in the OBD2 scanner...”View original
“Quote: Originally Posted by maximase86 Hey guys, Since I got my car (2011 SV-Premium), I've dealt with getting a P0101 MAF a few times. Back in December when the CEL came on, I took it in and the MAF sensor was replaced under warranty.”View original
“I bought the car about a month ago and it has just under 73k miles. Since then I've had the SES light come on once and eventually disappear for the code p0101.”View original
“Since then I've had the SES light come on once and eventually disappear for the code p0101. The display screen reads an average of 19.8mpg and on the dash it reads 18.3 and jumps up to 18.5 every once in a while.”View original
“MAF Sensor & High Voltage on circuit? I have changed my air filter and the MAF Doubled check the position of each and the tightness of the filter housing for leaks.”View original
“I have changed my air filter and the MAF Doubled check the position of each and the tightness of the filter housing for leaks. The car is drivable, however certain moments Usually on idle it stalls out.”View original
“Hey guys, Since I got my car (2011 SV-Premium), I've dealt with getting a P0101 MAF a few times. Back in December when the CEL came on, I took it in and the MAF sensor was replaced under warranty.”View original
“Back in December when the CEL came on, I took it in and the MAF sensor was replaced under warranty. Over the last weekend the CEL returned, and guess what P0101 appeared again.”View original
These are real experiences shared by 2011 NISSAN Maxima owners on automotive forums and communities. Results may vary based on vehicle condition and repair quality.
About This Data
This page aggregates 6 discussions about P0101 from 2011 NISSAN Maxima owners across automotive communities.
Success rate (17%) is calculated from posts where owners confirmed whether their fix resolved the issue.
Last updated: 3/23/2018