MAXIMA
Data · NHTSA & EPA
1981–2023 · 42 model years
Updated Jun 17, 2026
4.5 ★★★★★★★★★★ ForCar Score

Nissan Maxima — Recalls, Reliability, Specs & VIN Decoder

Everything on the Nissan Maxima — 108 recalls, common problems, the best & worst years, full specs, MPG and NHTSA safety, by model year.

Quick answer

The Nissan Maxima spans 1981–2023 with 108 recorded NHTSA recalls and a 4.5/5 ForCar reliability score. The years to approach with caution are 2004, 2005, 2006 (most owner complaints); the cleanest are 1981, 2023, 2021. It delivers up to 25 mpg combined and 5-star NHTSA safety.

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1981–2023
Years
108
Recalls
25
Top MPG
5★
NHTSA
7153
Complaints
4.5/5
★★★★★★★★★★
ForCar Reliability Score
Our editorial rating · 42 model years
Safety (NHTSA)5.0
Recall record4.1
Complaint severity3.8

How we score: NHTSA crash-test safety (40%), recall frequency across all years (25%) and the share of owner complaints involving a crash, fire or injury (35%). Based on NHTSA & EPA data — not user reviews.

Overview

The Nissan Maxima is one of the most popular vehicles in its class, produced from 1981 to 2023 across multiple generations.

VIN

Decode or check a Nissan Maxima by VIN

Enter a 17-digit VIN to decode this Nissan Maxima — trim, engine, plant and full specs — and instantly pull its open recalls, safety ratings and original window sticker.

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How to read a Nissan Maxima VIN — every digit explained

Every Nissan Maxima carries a unique 17-character VIN stamped at the factory. Each position is a code — together they spell out where, when and how your car was built. Here's exactly what every digit means.

1–3 · WMI4T1
4–8 · VDSBF1FK
9 · Check5
10 · YearH
11 · PlantU
12–17 · Serial123456
  • WMI (1–3) — country & manufacturer. 4T1 = Toyota, built in the USA.
  • VDS (4–8) — model line, body style, engine & restraint system.
  • Check digit (9) — a math check that proves the VIN is genuine.
  • Model year (10) — the year it was built. H = 2017.
  • Plant (11) — which factory assembled this Maxima.
  • Serial (12–17) — the unique sequential production number.

Model-year code (10th digit)

The 10th character is the model year. It cycles through letters and numbers, skipping I, O, Q, U, Z and 0 to avoid confusion:

H2017 J2018 K2019 L2020 M2021 N2022 P2023 R2024 S2025 T2026

Where to find your Maxima VIN

  • Dashboard — driver's side, visible through the windshield from outside.
  • Driver's door jamb — on the manufacturer sticker when you open the door.
  • Paperwork — vehicle registration, title and insurance card.
  • Engine bay & frame — stamped on the firewall or chassis on many models.

How many recalls does the Nissan Maxima have?

The Nissan Maxima has 108 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1981–2023. Pick a year below to see its recalls — then verify open recalls against your specific VIN.

2020 Nissan Maxima recalls 1

Visibility:glass, Side/rear20V570000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Altima, Maxima and Leaf vehicles. The rear window glass may not remain properly secured to the vehicle.

Risk. Rear window glass that separates from the vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the back window glass, free of charge. The recall began November 4, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC752.

2019 Nissan Maxima recalls 1

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera19V654000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk. The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.

2018 Nissan Maxima recalls 2

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip19V807000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18V-601. In addition, this recall expands the previous population. The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.

Risk. A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS actuator, free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available, currently expected to be during summer 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: If the ABS warning light remains illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.

Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera19V654000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk. The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.

2017 Nissan Maxima recalls 4

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip19V807000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18V-601. In addition, this recall expands the previous population. The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.

Risk. A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS actuator, free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available, currently expected to be during summer 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: If the ABS warning light remains illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification16V244000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano Hybrid, and Chevrolet City Express, 2014-2015 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid, and 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles. In these vehicles, the front seat passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrectly classify an adult passenger as a child or classify the seat as empty despite it being occupied. As a result, the passenger frontal air bag may be turned off and not deploy in the event of a crash.

Risk. If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.

Fix. Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors. Dealers will reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) in Altima, Maxima, Murano, Rogue, and Sentra vehicles, and replace the OCS ECU in LEAF, NV200, NV200 Taxi, Pathfinder, Infiniti Q50, JX35, and QX60 and Chevrolet City Express vehicles, free of charge. Interim notices were sent to owners on May 31, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669, Infiniti customer service at 1-888-833-3216 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip16V636000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima vehicles manufactured February 10, 2015, to August 19, 2016 and equipped with Intelligent Cruise Control, 2015-2017 Murano vehicles manufactured August 22, 2014, to August 19, 2016 and equipped with Intelligent Cruise Control, and 2015-2016 Murano Hybrid vehicles manufactured August 22, 2014, to July 19, 2016. The affected vehicles have Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) actuator pumps that may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal electrical circuit board.

Risk. A brake fluid leak onto the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ABS Actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: When brake fluid has leaked onto the circuit board, the ABS warning lamp will remain illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up. If this occurs, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip18V601000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Nissan Murano, 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2017-2018 Nissan Pathfinder, and 2017 Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.

Risk. A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the serial number on the ABS actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: When brake fluid has leaked onto the circuit board, the ABS warning lamp will remain illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up. If this occurs, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.

2016 Nissan Maxima recalls 8

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip19V807000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18V-601. In addition, this recall expands the previous population. The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.

Risk. A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS actuator, free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available, currently expected to be during summer 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: If the ABS warning light remains illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification16V244000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano Hybrid, and Chevrolet City Express, 2014-2015 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid, and 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles. In these vehicles, the front seat passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrectly classify an adult passenger as a child or classify the seat as empty despite it being occupied. As a result, the passenger frontal air bag may be turned off and not deploy in the event of a crash.

Risk. If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.

Fix. Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors. Dealers will reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) in Altima, Maxima, Murano, Rogue, and Sentra vehicles, and replace the OCS ECU in LEAF, NV200, NV200 Taxi, Pathfinder, Infiniti Q50, JX35, and QX60 and Chevrolet City Express vehicles, free of charge. Interim notices were sent to owners on May 31, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669, Infiniti customer service at 1-888-833-3216 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.

Fuel System, Gasoline15V486000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) notified the agency on July 31, 2015, that they are recalling certain model year 2016 Nissan Maxima vehicles manufactured February 10, 2015, to August 18, 2015. On October 14, 2015, Nissan expanded the recall to cover an additional 41,388 vehicles, including certain model year 2013-2015 Altima 3.5 vehicles equipped with a V6 engine manufactured March 30, 2012, to August 18, 2015 as well as the vehicles covered by the July 31, 2015 notification. In the affected vehicles, due to an improperly installed o-ring that may not have been seated correctly at the time of assembly, fuel may leak during a crash from the area where the fuel sending unit attaches to the fuel tank.

Risk. If fuel leaks from between the fuel sending unit and the tank, it may increase the risk of a fire in the event of a crash.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install a retainer ring between the fuel tank and the fuel sending unit. The recall began on September 28, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:disc:caliper15V733000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2015 Altima and 2016 Maxima vehicles manufactured October 6, 2015, to October 7, 2015. The affected vehicles have front brake calipers whose mounting bolts may not be properly tightened.

Risk. If the bolts were not properly tightened, the caliper may detach and reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will check the brake caliper mounting bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip16V193000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016 Murano vehicles manufactured December 17, 2015, to February 11, 2016, and 2016 Maxima vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to February 12, 2016 and equipped with an antilock braking system (ABS) and Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC). The ABS actuator may have a damaged O-ring that may result in a lack of brake fluid pressure.

Risk. Insufficient brake fluid pressure may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ABS actuator, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 16, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip16V636000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima vehicles manufactured February 10, 2015, to August 19, 2016 and equipped with Intelligent Cruise Control, 2015-2017 Murano vehicles manufactured August 22, 2014, to August 19, 2016 and equipped with Intelligent Cruise Control, and 2015-2016 Murano Hybrid vehicles manufactured August 22, 2014, to July 19, 2016. The affected vehicles have Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) actuator pumps that may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal electrical circuit board.

Risk. A brake fluid leak onto the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ABS Actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: When brake fluid has leaked onto the circuit board, the ABS warning lamp will remain illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up. If this occurs, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.

Air Bags:sensor:occupant Classification16V911000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Altima vehicles manufactured January 3, 2013, to July 29, 2013, 2015-2016 Rogue vehicles manufactured October 14, 2014, to August 12, 2016, and 2016 Maxima vehicles manufactured June 4, 2015, to August 19, 2015. An incorrect Occupant Classification System (OCS) Electronic Control Unit (ECU) may have been installed in the front passenger seat. The incorrect ECU and seat combination may misclassify the front passenger seat occupant.

Risk. If the front passenger seat occupant is misclassified, the air bag may deploy incorrectly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ECU and update the OCS software free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited Slip18V601000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Nissan Murano, 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2017-2018 Nissan Pathfinder, and 2017 Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.

Risk. A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the serial number on the ABS actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: When brake fluid has leaked onto the circuit board, the ABS warning lamp will remain illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up. If this occurs, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.

2010 Nissan Maxima recalls 1

Suspension09V358000

What's wrong. Nissan is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 altima and maxima passenger cars. The upper front strut insulators may have been manufactured out of specification resulting in a potential for the strut insulator to crack.

Risk. If the strut insulator is cracked, there is a potential for the strut rod to come out of its mounting position, which could affect vehicle stability and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners and dealers will replace both left and right side front strut insulators free of charge. The safety recall began october 2009. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-nissan1 (1-800-647-7261).

2009 Nissan Maxima recalls 1

Suspension09V358000

What's wrong. Nissan is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 altima and maxima passenger cars. The upper front strut insulators may have been manufactured out of specification resulting in a potential for the strut insulator to crack.

Risk. If the strut insulator is cracked, there is a potential for the strut rod to come out of its mounting position, which could affect vehicle stability and increase the risk of a crash.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners and dealers will replace both left and right side front strut insulators free of charge. The safety recall began october 2009. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-nissan1 (1-800-647-7261).

2007 Nissan Maxima recalls 1

Steering:column Locking:anti-theft Device06V402000

What's wrong. Certain passenger vehicles equipped with an 'intelligent key' fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 114, "theft protection." during an inspection of some vehicles at the assembly plant, it was found that the steering wheel was locked with the ignition knob in the "off" position but the vehicle transmission not being in the "park" position.

Risk. If the key is turned to the "off" position without the transmission being in the "park" position, it is possible that the steering wheel can lock when turned to the right.

Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the steering wheel lock assembly free of charge. The recall began on december 18, 2006. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

2006 Nissan Maxima recalls 2

Seats:front Assembly:power Adjust05V512000

What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles equipped with the driver preferred package, the wire harness from the driver's seat power lumbar support switch may be routed incorrectly and could be pinched under the driver seat.

Risk. A pinched harness, in combination with driving vibration, may result in a short circuit in the harness that could lead to a fire in the seat.

Fix. Dealers will replace the wire harness and route it correctly. The recall began on january 16, 2006. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Suspension:rear06V046000

What's wrong. On certain vehicles, the rear subframe may have been manufactured incorrectly, which could result in a crack in a bracket which holds part of the rear suspension.

Risk. If the bracket is cracked, the stability of the vehicle may be affected under severe driving conditions. This could lead to a loss of control of the vehicle which could result in a crash.

Fix. Dealers will inspect the rear subframe to determine if it was manufactured incorrectly and replace it, if necessary. The recall began on february 27, 2006. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

2005 Nissan Maxima recalls 2

Child Seat:latch Strap05V338000

What's wrong. Certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the lower anchorage brackets in the rear seats do not meet the location requirement in this standard. This may cause difficulty in attaching some child seats to these brackets.

Risk. If a child seat is not properly secured, there is an increased risk of injury to the seat occupant in the event of a crash.

Fix. Dealers will replace the lower anchorage brackets with modified brackets to ensure that the standard is met. The recall began on august 28, 2006. The infiniti q45 model vehicles are being campaigned under a separate recall (please see 05v374000). Owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

Seats:front Assembly:power Adjust05V512000

What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles equipped with the driver preferred package, the wire harness from the driver's seat power lumbar support switch may be routed incorrectly and could be pinched under the driver seat.

Risk. A pinched harness, in combination with driving vibration, may result in a short circuit in the harness that could lead to a fire in the seat.

Fix. Dealers will replace the wire harness and route it correctly. The recall began on january 16, 2006. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

2004 Nissan Maxima recalls 2

Visibility:sun/moon Roof Assembly04V326000

What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles equipped with skyview roofs, the glass for the roof may not have been quenched properly after the forming process, resulting in temper imbalance.

Risk. This could create excessive internal stress in the glass and eventually cause the glass to shatter, creating a risk of injury.

Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the glass in the skyview roof. The recall began on september 7, 2004. Owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Seats:front Assembly:power Adjust05V512000

What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles equipped with the driver preferred package, the wire harness from the driver's seat power lumbar support switch may be routed incorrectly and could be pinched under the driver seat.

Risk. A pinched harness, in combination with driving vibration, may result in a short circuit in the harness that could lead to a fire in the seat.

Fix. Dealers will replace the wire harness and route it correctly. The recall began on january 16, 2006. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

2003 Nissan Maxima recalls 4

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module22E066000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain air bag inflator replacement service parts that may have been installed as part of a theft or collision repair. The parts include certain passenger-side air bag inflators designed to fit Infiniti 2002-2003 QX4, 2006-2010 M35 and M45; Nissan 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, and both driver and passenger-side inflators designed to fit 2007-2012 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback vehicles. Please see Nissan's recall report for the specific part numbers. These replacement inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the inflators as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 14, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

Engine And Engine Cooling03V455000

What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles, the circuit board for the crank position sensor or cam position sensor may have an improper solder joint due to solder deformation caused by heat stress accelerated by the existence of flux residue during the soldering process.

Risk. This could cause the "service engine soon" warning light to come on, create a no start condition, cause reduced engine power, or cause the engine to stop running without warning during vehicle operation, which could result in a crash.

Fix. Dealers will replace the crank position sensors. Camshaft position sensor(s), and in some cases, the variable timing control sensor(s). Vehicles involved in a previous recall campaign, 01v357, are also included in this new campaign. The replacement sensors used in that campaign are also affected. Owner notification began on december 22, 2003. Owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

Air Bags15V287000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2001-2003 Nissan Maxima, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4 and I35, 2003 FX35 and FX45, and 2001 I30 vehicles. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

Risk. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: On December 18, 2015 Nissan informed NHTSA of an amendment of this recall to remove 2004-2005 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 vehicles.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module20V008000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2007-2011 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback, 2001-2004 Infiniti I30 and I35, 2002-2003 Inifiniti QX4, 2003-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 and 2006-2010 M35 and M45 vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated, frontal passenger air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators with alternate desiccated inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 888-737-9511 or Infiniti customer service at 888-810-3715.

2002 Nissan Maxima recalls 9

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module22E066000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain air bag inflator replacement service parts that may have been installed as part of a theft or collision repair. The parts include certain passenger-side air bag inflators designed to fit Infiniti 2002-2003 QX4, 2006-2010 M35 and M45; Nissan 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, and both driver and passenger-side inflators designed to fit 2007-2012 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback vehicles. Please see Nissan's recall report for the specific part numbers. These replacement inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the inflators as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 14, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

Vehicle Speed Control02V043000

What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles equipped with an electronic throttle control system, the stopper for the accelerator pedal will prevent excessive movement of the accelerator position sensor. If the driver applies overly excessive force to the accelerator pedal while at the same time pushing it to the right, the pedal can "over travel" due to the design of the pedal stopper.

Risk. This will cause the engine malfunction indicator lamp to come on and the engine speed to be severely limited. If this occurs unexpectedly, it could lead to a crash.

Fix. Dealers will install a new accelerator pedal stopper. Owner notification began march 11, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or infiniti at 800-662-6200.

Power Train02V010000

What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles equipped with a traction control system, the odometer in the subject vehicles registers distance in kilometers instead of miles as is specified in the design. The odometer does not have a label that indicates "kilometers" or "km" as required by fmvss no. 101, "controls and displays."

Fix. Dealers will inspect the odometer to determine if it is correct and, if not, will replace the speedometer/odometer assembly. Owner notification began december 12, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Engine And Engine Cooling03V455000

What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles, the circuit board for the crank position sensor or cam position sensor may have an improper solder joint due to solder deformation caused by heat stress accelerated by the existence of flux residue during the soldering process.

Risk. This could cause the "service engine soon" warning light to come on, create a no start condition, cause reduced engine power, or cause the engine to stop running without warning during vehicle operation, which could result in a crash.

Fix. Dealers will replace the crank position sensors. Camshaft position sensor(s), and in some cases, the variable timing control sensor(s). Vehicles involved in a previous recall campaign, 01v357, are also included in this new campaign. The replacement sensors used in that campaign are also affected. Owner notification began on december 22, 2003. Owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm02V146000

What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles, the pin at the end of the front suspension transverse link (lower control arm) could break where it is mounted to the frame.

Risk. This can cause a knocking sound and abnormal steering. This could result in difficulty controlling the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. Dealers will replace the transverse links on the left and right sides with new ones. Owner notification began july 29, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

Exterior Lighting:headlights09E025000

What's wrong. Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.

Exterior Lighting09E012000

What's wrong. Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

Air Bags15V287000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2001-2003 Nissan Maxima, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4 and I35, 2003 FX35 and FX45, and 2001 I30 vehicles. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

Risk. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: On December 18, 2015 Nissan informed NHTSA of an amendment of this recall to remove 2004-2005 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 vehicles.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module20V008000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2007-2011 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback, 2001-2004 Infiniti I30 and I35, 2002-2003 Inifiniti QX4, 2003-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 and 2006-2010 M35 and M45 vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated, frontal passenger air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators with alternate desiccated inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 888-737-9511 or Infiniti customer service at 888-810-3715.

2001 Nissan Maxima recalls 7

Air Bags:frontal:driver Side:inflator Module22E066000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain air bag inflator replacement service parts that may have been installed as part of a theft or collision repair. The parts include certain passenger-side air bag inflators designed to fit Infiniti 2002-2003 QX4, 2006-2010 M35 and M45; Nissan 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, and both driver and passenger-side inflators designed to fit 2007-2012 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback vehicles. Please see Nissan's recall report for the specific part numbers. These replacement inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix. Dealers will inspect and replace the inflators as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 14, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

Suspension:front:control Arm:lower Arm02V146000

What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles, the pin at the end of the front suspension transverse link (lower control arm) could break where it is mounted to the frame.

Risk. This can cause a knocking sound and abnormal steering. This could result in difficulty controlling the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix. Dealers will replace the transverse links on the left and right sides with new ones. Owner notification began july 29, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

Exterior Lighting06E026000

What's wrong. Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk. Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix. Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on april 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

Exterior Lighting:headlights09E025000

What's wrong. Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.

Exterior Lighting09E012000

What's wrong. Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

Air Bags15V287000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2001-2003 Nissan Maxima, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4 and I35, 2003 FX35 and FX45, and 2001 I30 vehicles. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

Risk. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: On December 18, 2015 Nissan informed NHTSA of an amendment of this recall to remove 2004-2005 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 vehicles.

Air Bags:frontal:passenger Side:inflator Module20V008000

What's wrong. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2007-2011 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback, 2001-2004 Infiniti I30 and I35, 2002-2003 Inifiniti QX4, 2003-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 and 2006-2010 M35 and M45 vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated, frontal passenger air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

Risk. An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators with alternate desiccated inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 888-737-9511 or Infiniti customer service at 888-810-3715.

2000 Nissan Maxima recalls 3

Exterior Lighting06E026000

What's wrong. Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk. Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix. Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on april 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

Exterior Lighting:headlights09E025000

What's wrong. Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.

Exterior Lighting09E012000

What's wrong. Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

1999 Nissan Maxima recalls 4

Exterior Lighting06E026000

What's wrong. Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk. Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix. Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on april 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

Exterior Lighting:headlights09E025000

What's wrong. Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.

Exterior Lighting06E049000

What's wrong. Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk. Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix. Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. The recall began on july 1, 2006. Owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

Exterior Lighting:headlights08E050000

What's wrong. K2 motor is recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. These headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Risk. Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Fix. K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. The recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. Owners may contact k2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.

1998 Nissan Maxima recalls 6

Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator02V171000

What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles, one of the diodes used in the alternator may have been damaged when built. This can eventually result in failure of the diode and an electrical short which could melt the plastic housing.

Risk. If the combustible gas emitted by the melting plastic does not disperse due to air flow through the engine compartment, it could ignite and in turn ignite the fan guide in the alternator.

Fix. Dealers will replace the alternator. Owner notification began july 29, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

Exterior Lighting06E026000

What's wrong. Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk. Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix. Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on april 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

Exterior Lighting09E012000

What's wrong. Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

Exterior Lighting:headlights09E025000

What's wrong. Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.

Exterior Lighting06E049000

What's wrong. Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk. Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix. Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. The recall began on july 1, 2006. Owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

Exterior Lighting:headlights08E050000

What's wrong. K2 motor is recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. These headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Risk. Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Fix. K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. The recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. Owners may contact k2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.

1997 Nissan Maxima recalls 6

Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator02V171000

What's wrong. On certain passenger vehicles, one of the diodes used in the alternator may have been damaged when built. This can eventually result in failure of the diode and an electrical short which could melt the plastic housing.

Risk. If the combustible gas emitted by the melting plastic does not disperse due to air flow through the engine compartment, it could ignite and in turn ignite the fan guide in the alternator.

Fix. Dealers will replace the alternator. Owner notification began july 29, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

Exterior Lighting06E026000

What's wrong. Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk. Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix. Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on april 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

Exterior Lighting09E012000

What's wrong. Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

Exterior Lighting:headlights09E025000

What's wrong. Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.

Exterior Lighting06E049000

What's wrong. Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk. Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix. Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. The recall began on july 1, 2006. Owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

Exterior Lighting:headlights08E050000

What's wrong. K2 motor is recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. These headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Risk. Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Fix. K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. The recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. Owners may contact k2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.

1996 Nissan Maxima recalls 5

Exterior Lighting06E026000

What's wrong. Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk. Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix. Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on april 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

Exterior Lighting09E012000

What's wrong. Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

Exterior Lighting:headlights09E025000

What's wrong. Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.

Exterior Lighting06E049000

What's wrong. Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk. Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix. Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. The recall began on july 1, 2006. Owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

Exterior Lighting:headlights08E050000

What's wrong. K2 motor is recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. These headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Risk. Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Fix. K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. The recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. Owners may contact k2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.

1995 Nissan Maxima recalls 5

Exterior Lighting06E026000

What's wrong. Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk. Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix. Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on april 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

Exterior Lighting09E012000

What's wrong. Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

Exterior Lighting:headlights09E025000

What's wrong. Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.

Exterior Lighting06E049000

What's wrong. Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk. Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix. Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. The recall began on july 1, 2006. Owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

Exterior Lighting:headlights08E050000

What's wrong. K2 motor is recalling 1,921 aftermarket headlamps of various models sold for use on the above listed vehicles. These headlamps are missing the amber side reflex reflector which fails to conform with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."

Risk. Without the amber side reflex reflectors, the lighting visibility may be affected, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

Fix. K2 motor will notify owners and offer a full refund. The recall began on decemeber 17, 2008. Owners may contact k2 motor at 1-909-839-2992.

1994 Nissan Maxima recalls 5

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap95V244000

What's wrong. It is possible for a mixture of mud and salt to get trapped between the fuel filler tube and wheel housing. The trapped mud and salt can result in corrosion of the fuel filler tube and the wheel housing.

Risk. Significant corrosion of the fuel filler tube may result in fuel leaks which in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. In addition, the left rear seat belt retractor is mounted to the wheel housing and in the event of significant corrosion, and the mounting could fail in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dealers will inspect these vehicles and corrective action will be taken depending upon the extent of the corrosion.

Wheels94V194000

What's wrong. The aluminum wheels were clear coated several times to protect the metal finish. Some excessive coating can leave the wheel nuts an excessive distance from the wheel hub when tightened, allowing them to loosen over time.

Risk. This can cause the hub bolts to break and result in the wheel separating from the vehicle and a possible accident.

Fix. Dealers will remove the clear plastic coating from the brake rotor mating surface on the back of each wheel and from the wheel nut mating surfaces. The wheels will be reinstalled and the wheel nuts tightened. Wheels, hub bolts, and nuts will be replaced if necessary.

Exterior Lighting09E012000

What's wrong. Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

Exterior Lighting06E026000

What's wrong. Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk. Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix. Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on april 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

Exterior Lighting:headlights09E025000

What's wrong. Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.

1993 Nissan Maxima recalls 6

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap95V244000

What's wrong. It is possible for a mixture of mud and salt to get trapped between the fuel filler tube and wheel housing. The trapped mud and salt can result in corrosion of the fuel filler tube and the wheel housing.

Risk. Significant corrosion of the fuel filler tube may result in fuel leaks which in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. In addition, the left rear seat belt retractor is mounted to the wheel housing and in the event of significant corrosion, and the mounting could fail in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dealers will inspect these vehicles and corrective action will be taken depending upon the extent of the corrosion.

Wheels94V194000

What's wrong. The aluminum wheels were clear coated several times to protect the metal finish. Some excessive coating can leave the wheel nuts an excessive distance from the wheel hub when tightened, allowing them to loosen over time.

Risk. This can cause the hub bolts to break and result in the wheel separating from the vehicle and a possible accident.

Fix. Dealers will remove the clear plastic coating from the brake rotor mating surface on the back of each wheel and from the wheel nut mating surfaces. The wheels will be reinstalled and the wheel nuts tightened. Wheels, hub bolts, and nuts will be replaced if necessary.

Air Bags:frontal94V007000

What's wrong. In some underbody impacts the airbag sensor activates and sends a signal to the airbag, located in the center of the steering wheel, causing the driver's side airbag to inflate.

Risk. Airbag inflation may occur when it is not needed to protect the driver and may result in minor injuries to the driver from the inflating airbag.

Fix. A tunnel sensor of different design will be installed on the affected vehicles.

Exterior Lighting09E012000

What's wrong. Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

Exterior Lighting06E026000

What's wrong. Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk. Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix. Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on april 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

Exterior Lighting:headlights09E025000

What's wrong. Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.

1992 Nissan Maxima recalls 5

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap95V244000

What's wrong. It is possible for a mixture of mud and salt to get trapped between the fuel filler tube and wheel housing. The trapped mud and salt can result in corrosion of the fuel filler tube and the wheel housing.

Risk. Significant corrosion of the fuel filler tube may result in fuel leaks which in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. In addition, the left rear seat belt retractor is mounted to the wheel housing and in the event of significant corrosion, and the mounting could fail in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dealers will inspect these vehicles and corrective action will be taken depending upon the extent of the corrosion.

Air Bags:frontal94V007000

What's wrong. In some underbody impacts the airbag sensor activates and sends a signal to the airbag, located in the center of the steering wheel, causing the driver's side airbag to inflate.

Risk. Airbag inflation may occur when it is not needed to protect the driver and may result in minor injuries to the driver from the inflating airbag.

Fix. A tunnel sensor of different design will be installed on the affected vehicles.

Exterior Lighting09E012000

What's wrong. Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

Exterior Lighting06E026000

What's wrong. Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk. Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix. Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on april 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

Exterior Lighting:headlights09E025000

What's wrong. Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.

1991 Nissan Maxima recalls 4

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap95V244000

What's wrong. It is possible for a mixture of mud and salt to get trapped between the fuel filler tube and wheel housing. The trapped mud and salt can result in corrosion of the fuel filler tube and the wheel housing.

Risk. Significant corrosion of the fuel filler tube may result in fuel leaks which in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. In addition, the left rear seat belt retractor is mounted to the wheel housing and in the event of significant corrosion, and the mounting could fail in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dealers will inspect these vehicles and corrective action will be taken depending upon the extent of the corrosion.

Exterior Lighting09E012000

What's wrong. Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

Exterior Lighting06E026000

What's wrong. Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk. Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix. Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on april 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

Exterior Lighting:headlights09E025000

What's wrong. Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.

1990 Nissan Maxima recalls 4

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap95V244000

What's wrong. It is possible for a mixture of mud and salt to get trapped between the fuel filler tube and wheel housing. The trapped mud and salt can result in corrosion of the fuel filler tube and the wheel housing.

Risk. Significant corrosion of the fuel filler tube may result in fuel leaks which in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. In addition, the left rear seat belt retractor is mounted to the wheel housing and in the event of significant corrosion, and the mounting could fail in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dealers will inspect these vehicles and corrective action will be taken depending upon the extent of the corrosion.

Exterior Lighting09E012000

What's wrong. Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

Exterior Lighting06E026000

What's wrong. Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk. Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix. Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on april 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

Exterior Lighting:headlights09E025000

What's wrong. Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.

1989 Nissan Maxima recalls 4

Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:filler Pipe And Cap95V244000

What's wrong. It is possible for a mixture of mud and salt to get trapped between the fuel filler tube and wheel housing. The trapped mud and salt can result in corrosion of the fuel filler tube and the wheel housing.

Risk. Significant corrosion of the fuel filler tube may result in fuel leaks which in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. In addition, the left rear seat belt retractor is mounted to the wheel housing and in the event of significant corrosion, and the mounting could fail in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dealers will inspect these vehicles and corrective action will be taken depending upon the extent of the corrosion.

Exterior Lighting09E012000

What's wrong. Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on may 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

Exterior Lighting06E026000

What's wrong. Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

Risk. Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

Fix. Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on april 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

Exterior Lighting:headlights09E025000

What's wrong. Dope, inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

Risk. Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

Fix. Dope, inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on july 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, inc. At 1-626-272-1798.

1988 Nissan Maxima recalls 1

Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System95I006000

What's wrong. This is not a safety recall campaign in accordance with federal regulation 573. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. The campaign will replace the fuel injectors and related hoses of affected vehicles which could leak.

Risk. Fuel leaks in the engine could result in a fire.

Fix. Nissan dealers will replace the fuel injectors and related hoses on the affected vehicles.

1987 Nissan Maxima recalls 1

Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System95I006000

What's wrong. This is not a safety recall campaign in accordance with federal regulation 573. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. The campaign will replace the fuel injectors and related hoses of affected vehicles which could leak.

Risk. Fuel leaks in the engine could result in a fire.

Fix. Nissan dealers will replace the fuel injectors and related hoses on the affected vehicles.

1986 Nissan Maxima recalls 2

Visibility:windshield86V096000

What's wrong. There may be insufficient thickness of adhesive in the contact area between the bottom of the front windshield glass and the body. Consequence of defect: this lack of adhesive may cause the windshield to dismount in an accident, thus failing to comply with fmvss 212, windshield mounting and which may allow the occupants to be ejected out of the car, causing more serious injuries or death.

Fix. Add more adhesive to bottom of front windshield glass.

Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System95I006000

What's wrong. This is not a safety recall campaign in accordance with federal regulation 573. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. The campaign will replace the fuel injectors and related hoses of affected vehicles which could leak.

Risk. Fuel leaks in the engine could result in a fire.

Fix. Nissan dealers will replace the fuel injectors and related hoses on the affected vehicles.

1985 Nissan Maxima recalls 2

Visibility:windshield86V096000

What's wrong. There may be insufficient thickness of adhesive in the contact area between the bottom of the front windshield glass and the body. Consequence of defect: this lack of adhesive may cause the windshield to dismount in an accident, thus failing to comply with fmvss 212, windshield mounting and which may allow the occupants to be ejected out of the car, causing more serious injuries or death.

Fix. Add more adhesive to bottom of front windshield glass.

Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System95I006000

What's wrong. This is not a safety recall campaign in accordance with federal regulation 573. However, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. The campaign will replace the fuel injectors and related hoses of affected vehicles which could leak.

Risk. Fuel leaks in the engine could result in a fire.

Fix. Nissan dealers will replace the fuel injectors and related hoses on the affected vehicles.

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Best and worst years for the Nissan Maxima

Based on NHTSA owner-complaint volume across 42 tracked years, the worst years are 2004, 2005, 2006 and the best (fewest complaints) are 1981, 2023, 2021.

ForCar aggregate — our own analysis of complaint volume, not published by NHTSA.

YearOwner complaintsTop issueVerdict
1981 Maxima0Best
1982 Maxima4Fuel SystemAverage
1983 Maxima5Fuel SystemAverage
1984 Maxima40Fuel SystemAverage
1985 Maxima61Fuel SystemAverage
1986 Maxima67Fuel SystemAverage
1987 Maxima188Fuel SystemAverage
1988 Maxima68Fuel SystemAverage
1989 Maxima68Fuel SystemAverage
1990 Maxima124Fuel SystemAverage
1991 Maxima85Seat BeltsAverage
1992 Maxima126Fuel SystemAverage
1993 Maxima85Air BagsAverage
1994 Maxima102Fuel SystemAverage
1995 Maxima169Air BagsAverage
1996 Maxima106Air BagsAverage
1997 Maxima112Electrical SystemAverage
1998 Maxima118Electrical SystemAverage
1999 Maxima176Electrical SystemAverage
2000 Maxima377Electrical SystemAverage
2001 Maxima181Air BagsAverage
2002 Maxima220Engine And Engine CoolingAverage
2003 Maxima206Engine And Engine CoolingAverage
2004 Maxima1425Power TrainAvoid
2005 Maxima948Power TrainAvoid
2006 Maxima576Power TrainAvoid
2007 Maxima129StructureAverage
2008 Maxima78Air BagsAverage
2009 Maxima339SteeringAverage
2010 Maxima275SteeringAverage
2011 Maxima106Air BagsAverage
2012 Maxima107Air BagsAverage
2013 Maxima62Power TrainAverage
2014 Maxima95Air BagsAverage
2016 Maxima141Power TrainAverage
2017 Maxima100Air BagsAverage
2018 Maxima36Service BrakesAverage
2019 Maxima18EngineAverage
2020 Maxima21Forward Collision AvoidanceAverage
2021 Maxima3Engine And Engine CoolingBest
2022 Maxima5Service BrakesAverage
2023 Maxima1Electrical SystemBest
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What are the most common Nissan Maxima problems?

The most-reported Nissan Maxima problems are Air (9 reports), Other (18 reports) and Seats (135 reports) — out of 7,153 owner complaints NHTSA holds for the model. Here's how they break down:

351
involved a crash
343
involved a fire
353
injuries reported
16
deaths reported

Most-reported components — tap a category to read what owners actually experienced:

Power Train 34% 2,447 Read
2005 Maxima

"tamara inflators" seat belts didn't lock or light did not come on. Smashed body all the way to back seat bottom to ground. Engine was idling very high felt/sound as if we were going 60 but only was going 40. No air bags came on. Brakes grinding. Back window blew out and tires flat in back.. Windows slow on drivers side. When the sheriff tahoe hit us at 80mph on u.s. 40 greenfield in was in the shop at j&m truck an trailer on the west side of indianapolis having the oil leaked fixed and tires all fixed and rotors and lights by [xxx] a couple months prior. I had my little girl in the back seat as well where sheriff hit and ran. I uploaded a before and after picture. Vin#[xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

2005 Maxima

We purchased this car in 08/13 after we bought the car it needed a transmission then ended up putting 2 transmissions in the car, also a new throttle body with all this and the purchase of the car it is over $8,000 in this useless car, that now is totaled due to faulty brakes and traction control, these cars are dangerous it was only goin 20 mph the brakes were applied, and the brakes locked and the throttle was hung open, then it hit a bank and flipped over now it is totaled and we have nothing these cars are junk. *tr

2004 Maxima

2004 nissan maxima all features had locked up. Consumer tried to fix the problem, when trying the car jumped out of park and rolled down the driveway hitting a taurus and a trailer. Airbags did not deploy. *kb ***nar*** the consumer was injured and as the vehicle was rolling down the driveway a family member, which the vehicle nearly missed fell backwards and broke her wrist. The consumer stated there was no reason for the gear shift to lock or for the vehicle to jump and roll. The vehicle had been placed in park and the parking brake had been pulled prior to the incident. *jb

2019 Maxima

Headlights disabled in rain car varied right drastically and in park it still go in motion *ln*jb

2014 Maxima

While pulling into a parking space, I heard my engine racing. Immediately, I felt the car lurch forward. To avoid misapplying my foot to the gas pedal, I withdrew both my feet to the floor, next to the seat. The car continued forward at a fast rate. The car stopped going forward after it struck s building. However, the tires kept spinning, especially the front left tire. The engine ran briefly, until it stopped spontaneously. A few days previously, while driving at about 40 miles per hour on level ground, I felt the gas pedal to be unresponsive. Then it quickly reengaged. I mentioned this to my husband and he suggested that there may have been an air bubble in the fuel line. I don't know if the two events are related. Also, possibly related, I stopped using cruise control, because the car would surge and lapse during use. My insurance company is pursuing spontaneous acceleration. I visited my primary care physician the afternoon of the accident and was diagnosed with whiplash.

2005 Maxima

I recently bought a 2005 nissan maxima from carmax it was about a month after i bought the car the transmission started to slip and change gears really rough. The transmission hesitates when changing gears either at idle or while driving the transmission does it the most between first and second and second to third and when downshifting in those same gears. My main concern is my family in this vehicle or any other families in the same vehicle when we are driving in the vehice our heads and necks get whipped back and forth very roughly. It is a safety hazard due to the transmission changing gears on its own while im driving the car. I only ask for you to please look into this and make it a recall. Nissan did not want to help me out or anyone else. I have seen numerous complaints and heard numerous stories about this problem. It needs to be resolved. Nissan put out a poor product and wont fix it. They need to own up to their mistake, before someone gets injured or dies. I ask of you please look into this. Not only for my safety or my infant's safety but for anyone who owns this vehicle. Ps. If i would have known about this issue before i bought the car i would have never gotten it. Pps. The test drive and the 1st month were fine until normal driving conditions occurred. Please help, please help! Get this recall active! Thanks, frank

2005 Maxima

Car kept jerking between gears, engine rev'd to 5000 rpms car lunged forward - hitting trailer hitch and rear end of an suv stopped in road construction. *js

2005 Maxima

I bought a 2005 nissan maxima sl in january 2010, so about 8 months ago. It drove beautifully, it was smooth and everything. I changed the oil, got a transmission flush, new tires, everything. A few days after i got it, i was involved in an accident. I was driving in the rain and preparing to make a left turn, and as i was doing that it stalled, then jerked and hydroplaned at the intersection and into the incoming lane of traffic into another car. I had to take it to the shop to repair it which took a few months. Then, about 3 months ago, i noticed that the car started to get worse and would stall and then jerk when i would reverse the car from park. Specifically when reversing out of a parking space. As the weeks went by, it got even worse. The car would violently jerk while switching from 1st to 2nd gear or when braking suddenly or when accelerating suddenly. Sometimes while accelerating, the car will stall, the engine revs up, and then the car would violently jerk forward as if it was hit from behind. In one instance i pulled over on the side of the highway to make sure that i wasn't hit by a car, with the latter not being the case at all. It happens everytime i drive it now. I took it to a transmission specialist and he thought that it needed a new sensor, so he installed it, and told me that it didn't stop the jerking. Then i got another transmission flush and it hasn't helped the situation. *tr

2005 Maxima

My 2005 nissan maxima's transmission started slipping in the september of 2009, i had maintenance done on the entire car done including the transmission which stopped the problem temporarily. By january of 2010 the problem came back and worst. The car would stop in the middle of traffic and it took about 5 seconds for the car to change shift. It would also jerk very violently when changing shifts, so hard that i was almost pushed out to the car in front of me, i finally had it on april 5th 2010 when out of nowhere the transmission gave out entirely. I was going up a hill and the automatic transmission let go so it started going backwards fast, i pressed forward on the gas only to get a hard rev and nothing else. I kept going until i hit the brakes hard inadvertently making me hit a tree denting my bumper. My car is now sitting in my driveway until i come up with the money to pay for a brand new transmission. I spoke to nissan and they suggested i take my car to a certified dealer for a diagnostics run which cost me 100 dollars. They offered me a new transmission for 4500 but i haggled down to 2500. I am in college and cannot afford spending that kind of money. I am still paying off this car and it is causing me distress. If i don't get any help i don't know what i will do. *tr

2005 Maxima

I currently own a 2005 nissan maxima sl automatic transmission i bought it used at about 80,000km and its now at 103,000km. Since i bought it i have been more then disappointed and now furious with nissan. From purchase date which was august 2008 until now april 2009 i have been experiencing the car jerking from gear 1 to 2 and 2 down to 1. It went from a slight jerk and slip of the gears to a jerk so hard that it broke the engine mounts. I brought it in and got the engine mounts fixed and also had them do a diagnostics. I went to 4 different dealerships and 2 mechanics and no one knew what was wrong. Nissan kept telling me to get a transmission flush which i did twice and still did not solve the problem. I also got the timing belt replaced as well as got the vehicle checked out by a nissan transmission specialist. Not to mention every diagnostic test is $100. This car is not safe for me and my family. The intense jerking during acceleration and breaking is not only unsafe for us, but for others on the road. The most recent incident happened coming off the highway late one night when i was slowing down on the off ramp and the jerk was so severe that it had given myself and my passenger whip lash and caused us to spin out. After all the maintenance, parts replaced and i?m still experiencing the same problem means that nissan is not doing their job to get this rectified. It?s costing me too much time and money. I have to take time off work every time to get these things done and the same problems are recurring and now i don?t know what else to do. I recently read some reviews and i noticed that this is a popular problem within 2004-2005 nissan maxima?s but yet there has been no recalls and nothing has been done to compensate the consumer. I need something done asap because as of right now i have no other choice but to drive this faulty vehicle, unsure if i will make it to work or home at night. *tr

Electrical System 13% 904 Read
2011 Maxima

S10 direct reply - letter expressing safety concerns with the 2011 nissan maxima safety, defect, and compliance. *ld the consumer stated the vehicle was involved in a crash. Controlling the speed and direction of the vehicle became difficult. The steering wheel turned loosely and became unresponsive. The passengers received life threatening injuries. *js see also odi 10816663. *dsy *tr

2011 Maxima

The vehicle was in motion. While turning steering wheel slightly left entering into a curve, the 4 tires of the vehicle did not follow the command given by the steering wheel. Please note that the steering wheel turned with great ease. While removing foot from accelerator, the car did not slow. The brakes were not working properly and caused the 2011 nissan maxima to collide with a fixed object. This incident did not occur at a speed fast enough to cause the severe injuries that resulted. The driver side airbag knocked me unconscious and i have no recollection from the moment right before "impact" to when the vehicle came to a complete stop. The children in the back seat were seriously injured. The 10 year old was wearing his seatbelt properly. The 3 year old was in a 5 point harness properly restrained. Recently, the office of [xxx] informed me that the back seat came loose during the accident which caused both children's severe injuries. The children in the back seat were not adequately protected by the vehicle due to the back seat unhooking during the accident therefore causing safety restraints to be inadequate and possibly even more harmful. I also want to mention that the left rear passenger airbag did not deploy where the 10 year old was. The vehicle is poorly designed to survive even a minor collision. I have not been able to access the vehicle since the accident and georgia state patrol tore it up before i could even have it inspected. I do not know where the vehicle is nor am i able to get that information. Georgia state patrol documented that the air bag on the left rear side did deploy but that document is inaccurate because i am a witness. I pray that this information will be used to prevent any and all similar incidents from occurring. I pray that you investigate similar claims and find enough evidence to get these dangerous cars off the road. *tt see also odi 11130128. *dsy information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

2005 Maxima

"tamara inflators" seat belts didn't lock or light did not come on. Smashed body all the way to back seat bottom to ground. Engine was idling very high felt/sound as if we were going 60 but only was going 40. No air bags came on. Brakes grinding. Back window blew out and tires flat in back.. Windows slow on drivers side. When the sheriff tahoe hit us at 80mph on u.s. 40 greenfield in was in the shop at j&m truck an trailer on the west side of indianapolis having the oil leaked fixed and tires all fixed and rotors and lights by [xxx] a couple months prior. I had my little girl in the back seat as well where sheriff hit and ran. I uploaded a before and after picture. Vin#[xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

2010 Maxima

I was on the highway headed to nashville,tennessee. I had beem driving aproximately 45 minutes when my gas pedal stop working on me. The car started slowing down and i start pulling over to get outbof other cars ways. The breaks were still working but the gas was not working. I turned the car on and off and still no gas but alll of the sudden all the lights came on so i had no choice but to call my insurance for roadside assistance. I have never had or heard of an issue like this.

1999 Maxima

Airbags/safety restraints/on-off switches & other modifications i am again stating great concern over legal regulations regarding vehicle/&/or components -modifications/complaints/problemsetc & the reporting statutes thereto as i am perceiving them from frm nrm & various sites i read that vehicle modifications of safety standards inclusive of airbag on-off switches &/or deactivation was not reported to nhtsa until april of 2001 & therefore would not be accessible to consumers even if it was voluntarily submitted by applicant however if performed by vehicle dealership would be on record & subsequent buyer would be unaware & would not reflect on vin search however dealership should & does have responsibility on resale to inspect said vehicle & bring it to federal standards how do i search a dealership to find modifications they authorized or made to a vehicle supposedly listed in the federal registry of which i was the 2nd owner & received an urgent recall card notification specifying modification 120705 i did respond numerous x to them & nissan consumer affairs & blatantly told there were no recalls /service bulletins or anything else & i received this card in error i need answers & am disgusted at the runaround & deception now 3 major collisions later with no airbag deployment & seat belt failure as well as numerous other issues i am begging for the truth enough nonsense !!! My life has been destroyed i will get to the bottom of this i will not stop no one else shall endure '!@#$% due to a lack of information they are entitled to and tired of these big corporations not having to abide by every citizens law i pray our president obama will put a stop to the corporate corruption .....we the taxpayers cant keep funding the grotesque abuse which continues to perpetuate corporate america has to be held accountable just as we the people are the law is the law for us all!!!!!!! *tr

2014 Maxima

While pulling into a parking space, I heard my engine racing. Immediately, I felt the car lurch forward. To avoid misapplying my foot to the gas pedal, I withdrew both my feet to the floor, next to the seat. The car continued forward at a fast rate. The car stopped going forward after it struck s building. However, the tires kept spinning, especially the front left tire. The engine ran briefly, until it stopped spontaneously. A few days previously, while driving at about 40 miles per hour on level ground, I felt the gas pedal to be unresponsive. Then it quickly reengaged. I mentioned this to my husband and he suggested that there may have been an air bubble in the fuel line. I don't know if the two events are related. Also, possibly related, I stopped using cruise control, because the car would surge and lapse during use. My insurance company is pursuing spontaneous acceleration. I visited my primary care physician the afternoon of the accident and was diagnosed with whiplash.

2000 Maxima

My 2000 maxima is horrible i have the notorious coil problem plus i smashed into a pole and the car's air bags and the seat belts don't work you must hit the brake for the seat belt to lock and you need to really hit something real hard but at that point you may already be dead they need to address these problems ,they can be sued and i am going to congress with this,they are not sensitive to anyone's lives they should ban nissan company they are crooks huge law suit they can go down. *nm

1989 Maxima

Was driving down the road. Smoke come from hood. Coasted til got off main road. Car started flaming under hood. Wrote up as total loss. *ak

1987 Maxima

The vehicle burst into flames while driving and it came from under the hood. Please describe. Tt

2016 Maxima

How are ya'll? This is a request to The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration for vehicle repairs. As mentioned, this is in reference to a vehicle 2016 Nissan Maxima review for vehicle repairs. The mentioned vehicle, 2016 Nissan Maxima (VIN: [XXX] ) is owned by [XXX] II, confirmed by United Services Automobile Association (USAA) in March of 2023. The mentioned vehicle was involved in a weather related collision in July of 2021. The Cause No [XXXXXXXXXXX] went through review in the Bexar County Districts Courts. During which time, there were court ordered mediation: it was confirmed by [XXX] with USAA that the security system was deactivated in the Nissan Maxima. [XXX] with USAA also indicated that the mentioned vehicle was paid in full. Be advised Mr. [XXX] falsely presented facts in the court of law as indicated by the collection document dated August of 2023, which was emailed to Texas Department of Motor Vehicles. The most recent hearing for Bexar County District Courts was a Trial based on the Merits in January of 2023. As mentioned there was a request for review sent to for repairs of the Nissan Maxima, with the intent to return to owner [XXX] II. This is a request for review to the The National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration of Cause No [XXXXXXXXXX] with respect to the state inspection pass of Nissan Maxima for years 2021, 2022, and 2023. Repairs include Body, Parts, and Frame Alignment (Set up and measure damage from unbodily clamps) ; Cosmetic- Chrome Tire/Wheel Alignment and Repair; Repair/Pull right quarter panel; Repair/pull left quarter panel, automatic flex additive; Body, Frame, and Mechanical Labor; Paint supplies and labor, Automatic Corrosion Protection; Hazardous Waste, Recycle Part, and Miscellaneous. This should include a pre-tax discount. Looking forward to hearing from y'all. Stay safe, stay cool, stay fresh, be healthy. -[XXXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)

Engine And Engine Cooling 8% 581 Read
2006 Maxima

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan maxima. While driving 20 mph, the vehicle suddenly pulled to the right and the contact crashed into the vehicle next to him. The contact's vehicle flipped over several times. She sustained injuries to her left arm. No one else was injured. A police report was filed. The vehicle is currently being diagnosed by the contact's insurance company. Prior to the crash, she noticed that the vehicle would stall while driving at any speed. The current and failure mileages were 38,500.

1985 Maxima

Took maxima in for repair and nissan asked for paper work, mr. Graham sent it in and nissan continues to ask for more which graham does not have (95i-006). *ak

2008 Maxima

On april 30, i was driving in the city, and as i was picking up speed (35-40mph). The driver side time broke causing the cv axle to give-out and me to loose control of my car. In addition, this is a brand new car that only has -4000 miles. I do not feel safe with this car because i am afraid that this is going to happen again. *tr

2006 Maxima

While driving approximately 65 mph, the gages on my instrument panel began to read erratic. Speedometer, fuel and tachometer drifted between zero and thier maximums. The instrument panel background lighting also began to flicker. The vehicle made it home. At home the dash was tapped a few times to see if it was a loose connection. Upon doing this, some of the gages began to read normal, while others began to read erratic. The vehicle would start and all the major systems appeared to operate normal; other than the gages and background lighting, which were still unreliable. The next day, 5/26/11, while the vehicle was being driven into a parking lot the gages and lighting started acting erratic, except this time smoke appeared from the bottom of the sta.tus display screen (the screen in the center of the dash board used to give information on time, maint, temperature). The engine was shut down immediately. The problem was found and fixed by a dealer. The problem was caused by a coin that had fallen into a gap that was formed by design or misalinement of the display screen and the shelf at the base of the screen. The screen is recessed 3.125 inches and declined at an angle of approx 18 deg. This allows any small objects to migrate to the display screen gap. The gap measures .114 inches across the base of the display. The coin (a dime) continued downward until it came in contact with an enclosed printed circuit (pc). The plastic enclosure has a small slot(.3125 x .78125) on top which allowed the coin to drop in and short out the pc. The replacement part doesn't have the slot. Two small holes burnt through the plastic enclosure. P/n of pc is 277607y00a/upr/5804. Will furnish photos upon request.

2005 Maxima

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan maxima. The contact was driving approximately 40 mph on normal road conditions. Pressure was applied to the accelerator pedal, followed by an unintended lunge and forceful acceleration. The failure occurred whenever the vehicle was shifting in the first, second and third gears. The driver pulled over to the side of the road and turned the engine off. The vehicle restarted and resumed normal operation. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician recommended replacement of the transmission. The vehicle has not been repaired at this time. The failure mileage was 61,000. Updated 03/04/10. *lj the consumer also complained that when accelerating, the transmission would jerk. The dealer found internal transmission failure. The transmission fluid was burned. Also the front and rear engine mounts were broken. The consumer had an accident due to the shifting problems with the transmission. 08/11/10. *jb

2004 Maxima

Shifting from reverse to drive, 1st to 2nd or 2nd to 3rd - engine revs, transmission jerks after short delay. When going on downhill bends this means that the car wants to jerk off the road, somewhat. Apparently due to improper cooling on the transmission fluid, it gets gummy, and then the solenoids clog up and get stuck. There is also a lot of wear on the gears. For the first repair, a flush and replacing the solenoids will usually give another 20k miles, but the problem doesn't get fixed unless a custom cooling system is put on the transmission lines. It's a crappy design. Instead of running the cooling lines to the engine and putting a thermostat on a switch, there should be a dedicated cooler on the transmission. Also, it's ridiculously hard to get to the transmission fluid filter, which is inside the transmission case. How hard would it have been to put an external filter down in the pan? *tr

2004 Maxima

Good morning, i currently own 2004 maxima & have been experiencing major problems with this car for about 2-3 years. My major problem at first was my transmission. Apparently the dealership states i will need a new transmission which is absurd since the car is not even 10 yrs old. I knew there was a problem when the car started jerking on its own. At times it jerks real hard when shifting from 1st to 2nd and it is quite scary & embarrassing. When the problem started, i have two friends who were owners of a nissan maxima as well and they were experiencing the same jerking transmission problems. They eventually traded their cars but i not wanted to go through the whole process of financing a car, i figured i'll fix the problem. The transmission is one problem but why every couple of months there is other problems as well. For example i last year i had to change my catalytic converter, my mounts, and my routers. Now what has made me at my ends with this car is what happened last month (june 2009). While driving, there was a loud sound, i opened the hood of the car and right buy the engine, and there were flames. The fire dept was called along with the police. As i submit my complaint now my car is still at the shop. This has become a frustrated and very expensive issue that i have been facing. Honestly i have spent about 5k's or more on this car, not considering that i'm still financing as well. How is it that, i have done my research and there are many others out there who have the same issue. Nissan needs to take full responsibility and it is not a coincidence also. I have documents and emails from others who are also experiencing the same issue (over 300 complaints since 2006). Pls if anything, there needs to be an investigation, many ppl are suffering and losing $ as well. *tr

2004 Maxima

I have had numerous ignition coils replaced over the course of the last 16 months. Several times incurring weeks without the vehicle. There have been several electrical problems resulting in part replacement and the engine catching on fire. Nissan corporate sent technicians to research the issue and had to replace the engine as a result of the fire, saying fortunately i stopped the vehicle before the fire got out of control. Under the hood was charred and melted plastic and oil. Since having the engine replaced, i have gone 9 months and have the same problems with coil failures and replacement. I am perusing lemon law action at this time but need to see what else can be done. I am at the point where i have no confidence in the vehicle and everytime i smell something out of the ordinary, i fear that i will see more smoke and another fire. The technician said the ground wire from the battery was shorting out against the body of the engine and transmission. The wire that was replace 9 months ago was replaced again two weeks ago for corroding completely through and making contact with the engine again. *jb

2000 Maxima

My nissan was parked on the street about 11:00 pm. The following morning, just before 7:00 am, i had knocking at my door and it was the fireman wanting the keys to my car so they could access the latch to open the hood. Smoke was coming out of the sides of the hood and the firemen were already spraying my hood as the engine was on fire. Since the latch did not work, an electric saw was used to open it. The engine was doused with the fire hose till the smoke stopped. You could see that the whole engine was black. The fire was so strong that the front was sitting on top of the front tire. It has been reported as an accident with cause unknown and must have been burning anywhere from 30 to 90 minutes. Odd that a fire would start since the car was sitting overnight for 6 to 7 hours, cold. I was fortunate not to be in the car. It was lucky that it was a rainy day and caught early by a neighbor before it affected any other cars, people, and residential area by blowing up. It will be interesting to see nissan's explanation to this incident.

1999 Maxima

With my 1999 nissan maxima se v6, egr valve related issues were detected and engine light started to come up soon after the ignition. According to nissan dealer, oxygen sensors and egr valves work is need that would cost $1800 or more. At that time the car mileage was around 80,000. I could not afford to fix that. But later one of the rod in the engine broken, fire started under the engine while i was driving at 70 m/h on the highway. My family was in a great danger and we were lucky to survive with the help of police and fire engine when someone called 911. There has been another complain about egr value on nhtsa web site by another nissan maxima owner. *tr

Steering 7% 526 Read
2011 Maxima

S10 direct reply - letter expressing safety concerns with the 2011 nissan maxima safety, defect, and compliance. *ld the consumer stated the vehicle was involved in a crash. Controlling the speed and direction of the vehicle became difficult. The steering wheel turned loosely and became unresponsive. The passengers received life threatening injuries. *js see also odi 10816663. *dsy *tr

2005 Maxima

"tamara inflators" seat belts didn't lock or light did not come on. Smashed body all the way to back seat bottom to ground. Engine was idling very high felt/sound as if we were going 60 but only was going 40. No air bags came on. Brakes grinding. Back window blew out and tires flat in back.. Windows slow on drivers side. When the sheriff tahoe hit us at 80mph on u.s. 40 greenfield in was in the shop at j&m truck an trailer on the west side of indianapolis having the oil leaked fixed and tires all fixed and rotors and lights by [xxx] a couple months prior. I had my little girl in the back seat as well where sheriff hit and ran. I uploaded a before and after picture. Vin#[xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

2002 Maxima

Driving on circle intersection the car shut off unable to turn steering wheel and crashed into a building totaling car.

2000 Maxima

This accident has not been able to be explained by police or accident reconstructionist. No witnesses have come forward. One car accident. Car left interstate and clipped a pole midway down the driver's side..between the front and back seats. The car ripped into two pieces that were 150ft apart when they stopped. The driver was killed laong with my 3 yr old daughter. Mother in law sustained severe head trauma resulting in being disabled. She has no memories of the accident. The garage the towed the car stated that they are built with no frames???? People should know that they are spending thousands on cars that rip apart like coke cans.*ak

1999 Maxima

Airbags/safety restraints/on-off switches & other modifications i am again stating great concern over legal regulations regarding vehicle/&/or components -modifications/complaints/problemsetc & the reporting statutes thereto as i am perceiving them from frm nrm & various sites i read that vehicle modifications of safety standards inclusive of airbag on-off switches &/or deactivation was not reported to nhtsa until april of 2001 & therefore would not be accessible to consumers even if it was voluntarily submitted by applicant however if performed by vehicle dealership would be on record & subsequent buyer would be unaware & would not reflect on vin search however dealership should & does have responsibility on resale to inspect said vehicle & bring it to federal standards how do i search a dealership to find modifications they authorized or made to a vehicle supposedly listed in the federal registry of which i was the 2nd owner & received an urgent recall card notification specifying modification 120705 i did respond numerous x to them & nissan consumer affairs & blatantly told there were no recalls /service bulletins or anything else & i received this card in error i need answers & am disgusted at the runaround & deception now 3 major collisions later with no airbag deployment & seat belt failure as well as numerous other issues i am begging for the truth enough nonsense !!! My life has been destroyed i will get to the bottom of this i will not stop no one else shall endure '!@#$% due to a lack of information they are entitled to and tired of these big corporations not having to abide by every citizens law i pray our president obama will put a stop to the corporate corruption .....we the taxpayers cant keep funding the grotesque abuse which continues to perpetuate corporate america has to be held accountable just as we the people are the law is the law for us all!!!!!!! *tr

2019 Maxima

Headlights disabled in rain car varied right drastically and in park it still go in motion *ln*jb

2014 Maxima

Failure of multiple systems upon impact with a pothole causing the vehicle to light up brake warning light, traction control system warning light, and spin out with no steering capability, resulting in a total loss of the car, including the rear passenger tire and wheel to sheer off, snapped the tie rod, ripped off the rear bumper, and bent the vehicle rims. I suffered a closed head injury and whiplash, as well as soft tissue damage to right shoulder and knee. Airbags did deploy.

2009 Maxima

Two days after i bought my car from the dealership i had to have it towed from my house because it was unsafe to drive, field steering was so out of control i had a hard time keeping in my lane the brakes were if you were to just touch the brakes the slightest you would go out the windshield practically. After they claimed to have fixed the steering issues, i picked my car up from the shop and i was going down the city street and it jerked so hard to the right that i jumped the curb almost hit a bush and three people walking in the dealership told me it was my problem not theirs.*dt*jb

2006 Maxima

Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan maxima. While driving 20 mph, the vehicle suddenly pulled to the right and the contact crashed into the vehicle next to him. The contact's vehicle flipped over several times. She sustained injuries to her left arm. No one else was injured. A police report was filed. The vehicle is currently being diagnosed by the contact's insurance company. Prior to the crash, she noticed that the vehicle would stall while driving at any speed. The current and failure mileages were 38,500.

2006 Maxima

Dt*: the contact stated on reversing the vehicle out of a parking space, the front end was not clear of the curb. When drive was engaged and the accelerator was depressed, the front left bounced over the curb. As this happened, a metallic bang was heard, then the vehicle accelerated forward out of control. The steering would not respond and the vehicle drove over another curb knocked down a sign post and then on impact of a stone pillar, causing all airbags to deploy. The weather was dry and clear and the parking lot was asphalt. A police report was taken, property damage was incurred and the contact was injured and taken to the hospital. The vehicle was towed to the police impound, the contacts insurer was notified and pictures were taken. The service dealer and manufacturer were not notified.

Air Bags 7% 519 Read
2005 Maxima

On June 6th. 2019 my 2005 nissan maxima struck a disabled vehicle left in the middle lane of the Long Island Expressway (a 3 laned highway). Although I was traveling at 60 mph when the collision occurred and struck the disabled vehicle from the rear, the passenger airbag never deployed. This resulted in the passenger receiving significantly more serious injuries than that of the driver (who's airbag did deploy).

2016 Maxima

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 nissan maxima. While driving approximately 40 mph, the contact crashed into another vehicle. As a result, the front driver side wheel was bent inward and the air bag failed to deploy. The driver sustained shoulder and back injuries that required medical attention. The front passenger sustained shoulder, back, and knee injuries. The rear passenger sustained head injuries that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to a tow lot. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for body repairs. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided case number: 33669624. The approximate failure mileage was 27,000. *dt *dt*jb

2004 Maxima

My 3 girls and 1 of their friends were in my vehicle and they were ran off the road and the car went off the road into an embankment. The driver side air bag did not deploy but the passenger side air bag did and it broke my daughter's nose. I contact nissan about the airbag not deploying and was told it all depends on where most of the damage of the car is (all of the damage was on the driver front side). Everyone was taking to the er and the daughter with the worst injury was referred to a specialist because of the impact and because the airbag shattered the inside of her nose into pieces it was nothing to do to repair. My daughter plays basketball and i couldn't even get a nose brace for protection. This was a terrible experience for the girls and i wish no parent will ever have to experience anything like this. I saw the story on the cbs evening news (aired 10/2/14) where the long lady is suing honda because of that what airbag did to her). Airbags appears to do more harm than good. Although my car was a total lost, i am thankful that the girls are still alive. *tr

2000 Maxima

While traveling consumer was involved in a head on collision, whereby, another driver crossed the median at 60 mph. Consumer and passengers were injured because there was no air bag deployment. The driver received multiple injuries to include his head, neck, and ribs. The front passenger sustained a broken finger, and her knees struck the dash. Also, both rear passengers sustained injures. All were transferred via ambulance to a hospital. *ak *bf *nm

1992 Maxima

No deployment of the driver's air bag during front end/head on collision at 40 mph, several injuries occurred. *mjs

2016 Maxima

I was making a left turn from the highway on to a side street & was t-boned on the passenger side by a suv. The air bags did not implore.

2011 Maxima

The vehicle was in motion. While turning steering wheel slightly left entering into a curve, the 4 tires of the vehicle did not follow the command given by the steering wheel. Please note that the steering wheel turned with great ease. While removing foot from accelerator, the car did not slow. The brakes were not working properly and caused the 2011 nissan maxima to collide with a fixed object. This incident did not occur at a speed fast enough to cause the severe injuries that resulted. The driver side airbag knocked me unconscious and i have no recollection from the moment right before "impact" to when the vehicle came to a complete stop. The children in the back seat were seriously injured. The 10 year old was wearing his seatbelt properly. The 3 year old was in a 5 point harness properly restrained. Recently, the office of [xxx] informed me that the back seat came loose during the accident which caused both children's severe injuries. The children in the back seat were not adequately protected by the vehicle due to the back seat unhooking during the accident therefore causing safety restraints to be inadequate and possibly even more harmful. I also want to mention that the left rear passenger airbag did not deploy where the 10 year old was. The vehicle is poorly designed to survive even a minor collision. I have not been able to access the vehicle since the accident and georgia state patrol tore it up before i could even have it inspected. I do not know where the vehicle is nor am i able to get that information. Georgia state patrol documented that the air bag on the left rear side did deploy but that document is inaccurate because i am a witness. I pray that this information will be used to prevent any and all similar incidents from occurring. I pray that you investigate similar claims and find enough evidence to get these dangerous cars off the road. *tt see also odi 11130128. *dsy information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

2005 Maxima

"tamara inflators" seat belts didn't lock or light did not come on. Smashed body all the way to back seat bottom to ground. Engine was idling very high felt/sound as if we were going 60 but only was going 40. No air bags came on. Brakes grinding. Back window blew out and tires flat in back.. Windows slow on drivers side. When the sheriff tahoe hit us at 80mph on u.s. 40 greenfield in was in the shop at j&m truck an trailer on the west side of indianapolis having the oil leaked fixed and tires all fixed and rotors and lights by [xxx] a couple months prior. I had my little girl in the back seat as well where sheriff hit and ran. I uploaded a before and after picture. Vin#[xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

2003 Maxima

Tl* takata recall. The contact owns a 2003 nissan maxima. The contact exited a parking area to enter a high traffic location. While the contact was traveling straight at 45 mph, another vehicle driving at a high rate of speed crashed into the front passenger side of the contact's vehicle. None of the air bags deployed. A gray substance emitted inside the vehicle. The driver sustained minor whiplash. The front passenger experienced head trauma and internal injuries, which resulted in the fatality of her unborn child. A police report was not filed. The vehicle was sold to a salvage yard. Melloy nissan (7707 lomas blvd ne, albuquerque, nm 87110, (505) 545-6420) was notified of the crash. The vehicle was extensively damaged. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and investigated the non-deployment, but indicated that there was no air bag failure. The failure mileage was not available. *dt *dt*jb *bf consumer stated due to the defective airbag consumer got into a car accident that led to the death of the consumer's unborn baby.*jb

2000 Maxima

1. Vehicle fishtailed on wet surface, lost control, began to roll. Vehicle left roadway, hit iron fence, spun 180 degrees, rear end hit tree. 2. The vehicle should not have lost control, nor should it have begun to roll in that situation. Not a single air bag deployed when front hit iron fence at approx. 40 miles per hour. Passengers were left with minor, non-incapcitating injuries (whiplash, muscle pains, bruised organs). 3. Car was total loss. Awaiting compensation from insurance company.*ak

Fuel System 6% 442 Read
1987 Maxima

Upon starting engine, the motor revved very high then the vehicle went backwards at a high rate of speed smashing into another auto. The vehicle then went forward at a high rate of speed going over a cement curb.

1990 Maxima

Due to significant corrosion of the fuel filler tube resulted in fuel leaks, which in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. In addition, the left rear seat belt retractor is mounted to the wheel housing and in the event of significant corrosion, and the mounting could fail in a vehicle crash. I have already contacted nissan and dealer in this regard; the nissan is not giving response from last one month to the dealer. I have a newborn baby, i am worried of crash or fire, please help me to solve this asap. There is recall available on these items already but nisaan is bot relacing them. I have got a case opened with nissan i.e 3517845. Please help me to take some step. I have been caling nissan almost everyday. Please help..help.*ak

1988 Maxima

Fuel injector failure caused vehicle fire, resulting in total destruction of vehicle.

1987 Maxima

Leaking fuel injectors, causing vehicle fire/injuries. *ak

1986 Maxima

Fuel injector fire.

2007 Maxima

I have a 2007 nissan maxima and my car shot out of a car wash and across 4 lanes of traffic and crashed into federal property. After the car was pushed from the dry option i put my foot on the brake took the car out of neutral, put it into drive and the car took off like a rocket. I had both feet on the brakes and had to use two hands to steer the car away from traffic. I had the choice of a light pole or a fence on federal property. I decided on the fence to be the least damaging. My grandson was in the car and it all happened within two minutes. I made eye contract with drivers to my left and right and honked my horn and everyone around saw i was having a problem and they stopped. I had no brakes and i reported this to nissan and that was over two months ago and they are looking into this but i have not had a definite answer from them. I told them i need something to be done and that i feel i am driving an unsafe vehicle. They sent a contractor out twice to check it all out. The second time was for a test drive and checking the electrical system. Something failed in this car and i have only this car to drive to work. I do not feel safe, i want a fix. No one has said that it can or should be fixed. The dealership is not helping me at all. *tr

2002 Maxima

[xxx] power steering system tires fuel pump air bags battery everything has been falling apart since 2018, it's been fixed and couple months later, the same problem comes up. Every mechanic that touches this car, said the same thing to check up the recall status. Because there are too many issues with it, and the mileage is low. So there is a faulty parts, that keep braking down in the middle of the road, and i have been calling roadside assistance at least 4 times since december. Brand new tires and brakes were installed and still having the same problems. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

2000 Maxima

My husband was driving the vehicle when he heard a pop and saw smoke coming from the car. He pulled to the side of the road where the car became engulfed in flames. The fireman that put out the fire seemed to think the fire was caused by a fuel line that burst. *jb

1998 Maxima

Vehicle was parked when it started smoking, consumer checked under the hood and noticed a fire. Fire was extinguished, and vehicle towed to dealership. Dealer stated that front fuel injector was leaking. Please provide further details.*ak

1996 Maxima

My 1996 nissan maxima caught on fire by itself in the midnight, and it was almost completely destroyed by the fire. I received the vehicle from my friend as a gift, which was in a very good condition. And i also paid the buckner's auto service center at knoxville, tn for checking the car in detail and getting it repaired. But 8 days after, the car was on fire. During the 8 days, the car was parked in the parking lot in front of my apartment, and nobody ever touched the car. It's cloudy or rainy in all these days. Though fortunately my wife and i were safe, we were really scared and my wife was afraid of vehicles from then on. We have arrived at the u.s less than 2 months, and this incident almost completely disrupted our lives. The following is the description from the knoxville police department crime report: the vehicle had not been driven for eight days. Interviewed car owner, who states he has been in the us for about one month, and had received the vehicle as a gift from a friend. He said that he had taken the car for repairs and to be serviced at buchners auto repair on 9/8/2009 and had an invoice of the work performed. He said that the car had not been driven since then because he was still in the process of obtaining his driver license. There was only an 8 mile difference the invoice mileage and the cars odometer reading. Investigation of the vehicle revealed an engine compartment fire. The car was locked and hood was secure when eng 12 arrived. Then had to force the hood since the cable did not function due to fire damage. Areas of high heat were indicated on the hood over the battery and fuel/air intake locations. Also of note was that the cooling fans were destroyed and one had fallen to the ground. This fire is considered to accidental and the cause to be a mechanical or electrical malfunction. The owner does not have insurance on the vehicle. Suggested that the owner take photos and contact buchners to check for any recalls or to's for this vehicle. *tr

Service Brakes 6% 424 Read
2017 Maxima

Car won't stop when stepping on brakes

2011 Maxima

The vehicle was in motion. While turning steering wheel slightly left entering into a curve, the 4 tires of the vehicle did not follow the command given by the steering wheel. Please note that the steering wheel turned with great ease. While removing foot from accelerator, the car did not slow. The brakes were not working properly and caused the 2011 nissan maxima to collide with a fixed object. This incident did not occur at a speed fast enough to cause the severe injuries that resulted. The driver side airbag knocked me unconscious and i have no recollection from the moment right before "impact" to when the vehicle came to a complete stop. The children in the back seat were seriously injured. The 10 year old was wearing his seatbelt properly. The 3 year old was in a 5 point harness properly restrained. Recently, the office of [xxx] informed me that the back seat came loose during the accident which caused both children's severe injuries. The children in the back seat were not adequately protected by the vehicle due to the back seat unhooking during the accident therefore causing safety restraints to be inadequate and possibly even more harmful. I also want to mention that the left rear passenger airbag did not deploy where the 10 year old was. The vehicle is poorly designed to survive even a minor collision. I have not been able to access the vehicle since the accident and georgia state patrol tore it up before i could even have it inspected. I do not know where the vehicle is nor am i able to get that information. Georgia state patrol documented that the air bag on the left rear side did deploy but that document is inaccurate because i am a witness. I pray that this information will be used to prevent any and all similar incidents from occurring. I pray that you investigate similar claims and find enough evidence to get these dangerous cars off the road. *tt see also odi 11130128. *dsy information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

2005 Maxima

"tamara inflators" seat belts didn't lock or light did not come on. Smashed body all the way to back seat bottom to ground. Engine was idling very high felt/sound as if we were going 60 but only was going 40. No air bags came on. Brakes grinding. Back window blew out and tires flat in back.. Windows slow on drivers side. When the sheriff tahoe hit us at 80mph on u.s. 40 greenfield in was in the shop at j&m truck an trailer on the west side of indianapolis having the oil leaked fixed and tires all fixed and rotors and lights by [xxx] a couple months prior. I had my little girl in the back seat as well where sheriff hit and ran. I uploaded a before and after picture. Vin#[xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

2022 Maxima

The contact owned a 2022 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while her granddaughter was driving at 40 MPH and attempting to stop at a stop sign, with the brake pedal depressed all the way to the floorboard, the vehicle failed to stop. As a result, the driver swerved in an attempt to avoid a collision, side-swiping the vehicle ahead and colliding with 3 light poles before coasting to a complete stop on the shoulder of the roadway. The air bags did not deploy during the impact, resulting in the driver sustaining minor injuries. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard and deemed a total loss by the insurance company. A police report was filed. The contact's granddaughter sustained nondescript injuries to her head and knees but did not seek medical treatment. The contact also stated that, though she was made aware that the driver of the other vehicle had reported injuries, the injuries and treatment were unknown. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

2005 Maxima

We purchased this car in 08/13 after we bought the car it needed a transmission then ended up putting 2 transmissions in the car, also a new throttle body with all this and the purchase of the car it is over $8,000 in this useless car, that now is totaled due to faulty brakes and traction control, these cars are dangerous it was only goin 20 mph the brakes were applied, and the brakes locked and the throttle was hung open, then it hit a bank and flipped over now it is totaled and we have nothing these cars are junk. *tr

2004 Maxima

Tl*the contact owns a 2004 nissan maxima. While driving approximately 100 mph, the vehicle drove off a hill, struck a stop sign, made 360 degree turns into an intersection, and crashed through a brick wall and a chain fence before landing in someone's home. Two occupants were killed, including the driver. The contact stated that the driver of the vehicle was always very cautious when driving and would have obeyed the speed limit. Through online research, the contact found several complaints for her make and model vehicle, including unexpected aceleration and brake failure. The manufacturer was not notified. A police report was filed. The vin and mileages were unknown.

1999 Maxima

Airbags/safety restraints/on-off switches & other modifications i am again stating great concern over legal regulations regarding vehicle/&/or components -modifications/complaints/problemsetc & the reporting statutes thereto as i am perceiving them from frm nrm & various sites i read that vehicle modifications of safety standards inclusive of airbag on-off switches &/or deactivation was not reported to nhtsa until april of 2001 & therefore would not be accessible to consumers even if it was voluntarily submitted by applicant however if performed by vehicle dealership would be on record & subsequent buyer would be unaware & would not reflect on vin search however dealership should & does have responsibility on resale to inspect said vehicle & bring it to federal standards how do i search a dealership to find modifications they authorized or made to a vehicle supposedly listed in the federal registry of which i was the 2nd owner & received an urgent recall card notification specifying modification 120705 i did respond numerous x to them & nissan consumer affairs & blatantly told there were no recalls /service bulletins or anything else & i received this card in error i need answers & am disgusted at the runaround & deception now 3 major collisions later with no airbag deployment & seat belt failure as well as numerous other issues i am begging for the truth enough nonsense !!! My life has been destroyed i will get to the bottom of this i will not stop no one else shall endure '!@#$% due to a lack of information they are entitled to and tired of these big corporations not having to abide by every citizens law i pray our president obama will put a stop to the corporate corruption .....we the taxpayers cant keep funding the grotesque abuse which continues to perpetuate corporate america has to be held accountable just as we the people are the law is the law for us all!!!!!!! *tr

2019 Maxima

Headlights disabled in rain car varied right drastically and in park it still go in motion *ln*jb

2016 Maxima

Was driving east on 495 maryland about 55 mph. Approaching another car and pressed the breaks to stop. My car would not stop. Pressed the breaks as hard as i could and the car would not stop. I caused a three car accident. My car was totalled....updated 03/29/17 *bf *cn

2016 Maxima

Tl* the contact owned a 2016 nissan maxima. While driving 60 mph, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to stop the vehicle. The vehicle collided into a concrete barrier. The air bag did not deploy. A police report was filed. The contact sustained injuries to the neck, head, and lower back that required medical attention. The vehicle was destroyed. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 15v733000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 16,000.

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1987 Maxima

Upon starting engine, the motor revved very high then the vehicle went backwards at a high rate of speed smashing into another auto. The vehicle then went forward at a high rate of speed going over a cement curb.

1990 Maxima

Due to significant corrosion of the fuel filler tube resulted in fuel leaks, which in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire. In addition, the left rear seat belt retractor is mounted to the wheel housing and in the event of significant corrosion, and the mounting could fail in a vehicle crash. I have already contacted nissan and dealer in this regard; the nissan is not giving response from last one month to the dealer. I have a newborn baby, i am worried of crash or fire, please help me to solve this asap. There is recall available on these items already but nisaan is bot relacing them. I have got a case opened with nissan i.e 3517845. Please help me to take some step. I have been caling nissan almost everyday. Please help..help.*ak

1988 Maxima

Fuel injector failure caused vehicle fire, resulting in total destruction of vehicle.

1987 Maxima

Leaking fuel injectors, causing vehicle fire/injuries. *ak

1986 Maxima

Fuel injector fire.

2002 Maxima

[xxx] power steering system tires fuel pump air bags battery everything has been falling apart since 2018, it's been fixed and couple months later, the same problem comes up. Every mechanic that touches this car, said the same thing to check up the recall status. Because there are too many issues with it, and the mileage is low. So there is a faulty parts, that keep braking down in the middle of the road, and i have been calling roadside assistance at least 4 times since december. Brand new tires and brakes were installed and still having the same problems. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr

2000 Maxima

My husband was driving the vehicle when he heard a pop and saw smoke coming from the car. He pulled to the side of the road where the car became engulfed in flames. The fireman that put out the fire seemed to think the fire was caused by a fuel line that burst. *jb

1998 Maxima

Vehicle was parked when it started smoking, consumer checked under the hood and noticed a fire. Fire was extinguished, and vehicle towed to dealership. Dealer stated that front fuel injector was leaking. Please provide further details.*ak

1994 Maxima

Fuel leakage at injector seals (3 places) resulted in engine compartment fire. *ak

1994 Maxima

Recall related, vehicle repaired on 11-7-96, vehicle was parked four days, trunk and rear inside compartment fire, fuel filler neck pipe 95v244. *ak

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, all model years. Bar = share of total complaints. Full reports searchable on NHTSA.gov.

Nissan Maxima specifications & dimensions

The 2023 Nissan Maxima measures 193″ long on a 109″ wheelbase, with a curb weight near 3,587 lb. Full dimensions below — engine, horsepower and trim decode from your VIN.

Wheelbase109″ (278 cm)
Rear track62″
Body / trimMaxima 4dr Sedan
Curb weight3,587 lb (1627 kg)
Front track62″
Overall width73″ (186 cm)
Overall height57″ (144 cm)
Overall length193″ (490 cm)
Weight distribution (front/rear)61/39%

How the Maxima's size changed by generation:

YearsLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weight
2017–2023193″73″57″109″3,587 lb
2011–2014191″73″58″109″3,594 lb
2005–2008194″70″57″112″3,463 lb
2002191″70″56″108″3,217 lb
1999189″70″56″106″3,018 lb
1996188″70″56″106″3,018 lb
1990–1993188″69″55″104″3,142 lb
1987182″67″55″100″3,060 lb

Source: NHTSA vPIC / Transport Canada vehicle specifications. Metric values converted to imperial; generation ranges approximate.

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Nissan Maxima cargo space, seating & interior room

How much the Maxima holds — passengers and cargo. EPA measures its interior at 104 cu ft of passenger volume and 33 cu ft of cargo. Seating capacity and legroom vary by trim.

104
Passenger ft³
33
Cargo ft³
137
Total interior ft³

Exact seating capacity, third-row availability, legroom and headroom decode from your VIN or vary by trim.

Passenger & cargo volume from EPA fueleconomy.gov (largest configuration). Seats, legroom and headroom from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.

Nissan Maxima tire size, oil type & owner specs

The fitment owners look up most — tires, wheels, oil and batteries. Exact wheel and tire sizes decode from your VIN or the driver's door-jamb placard; the universal items are listed below.

Wheels & tires
Wheel sizeby VIN
Tire sizeby VIN
Bolt patternby trim
Tire pressure32–36 PSI
Engine oil
Oil typeFull synthetic
Gradeon oil cap
Capacityby engine
Battery
Main battery12V · group by trim
Key-fob cellCR2032
Wiper blades
Front bladesby generation
Rear bladeif equipped
Fuses
Fuse boxeshood + dash
Diagramon box lid
Light bulbs
Headlightby trim
Tail / brakeby trim
Fogif equipped

Exact tire, wheel, oil grade, capacity and battery group are added per trim and model year — decode your VIN above for the factory fitment. Universal items shown as-is.

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What MPG does the Nissan Maxima get?

The Nissan Maxima returns up to 25 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine. Pick an engine to see its city / highway / combined rating by year:

YearCityHighwayCombinedEngine
1984 Maxima1824212.4L 6-cyl
1985 Maxima1723193L 6-cyl
1986 Maxima1724193L 6-cyl
1987 Maxima1624193L 6-cyl
1988 Maxima1624193L 6-cyl
1989 Maxima1824203L 6-cyl
1990 Maxima1824203L 6-cyl
1991 Maxima1824203L 6-cyl
1992 Maxima1824203L 6-cyl
1993 Maxima1824203L 6-cyl
1994 Maxima1824203L 6-cyl
1995 Maxima1826213L 6-cyl
1996 Maxima1826213L 6-cyl
1997 Maxima1826213L 6-cyl
1998 Maxima1826213L 6-cyl
1999 Maxima1826213L 6-cyl
2000 Maxima1925213L 6-cyl
2001 Maxima1925223L 6-cyl
2002 Maxima1926213.5L 6-cyl
2003 Maxima1926213.5L 6-cyl
2004 Maxima1826213.5L 6-cyl
2005 Maxima1826213.5L 6-cyl
2006 Maxima1826213.5L 6-cyl
2007 Maxima1925213.5L 6-cyl
2008 Maxima1925213.5L 6-cyl
2009 Maxima1926223.5L 6-cyl
2010 Maxima1926223.5L 6-cyl
2011 Maxima1926223.5L 6-cyl
2012 Maxima1926223.5L 6-cyl
2013 Maxima1926223.5L 6-cyl
2014 Maxima1926223.5L 6-cyl
2016 Maxima2230253.5L 6-cyl
2017 Maxima2130253.5L 6-cyl
2018 Maxima2130253.5L 6-cyl
2019 Maxima2030243.5L 6-cyl
2020 Maxima2030243.5L 6-cyl
2021 Maxima2030243.5L 6-cyl
2022 Maxima2030243.5L 6-cyl
2023 Maxima2030243.5L 6-cyl

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov — best combined rating per engine & year. Trim & drivetrain vary slightly; decode your VIN for the exact figure.

What engines does the Nissan Maxima have? Power & range

The Nissan Maxima is offered with 1 powertrain — 3.5L 6-cyl. Here's the lineup by engine, transmission and drivetrain.

EngineDisplacementTransmissionDriveFuel
V63.5L · 6-cylCVTFWDPremium

Horsepower, torque and fuel-tank size decode from your VIN — exact figures vary by engine and trim.

Source: EPA fueleconomy.gov (engines, drivetrain, range, charge time). Horsepower & torque from NHTSA vPIC on VIN decode.

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How much does a Nissan Maxima cost to own?

A Nissan Maxima tends to depreciate faster than average. A typical example keeps roughly 37% of its value after five years — losing about 63% to depreciation. Fuel, maintenance and insurance add to the total cost to own.

75%
Value @ 1 yr
53%
Value @ 3 yrs
37%
Value @ 5 yrs
$15,500
Est. 5-yr fuel
$
AgeValue retainedEst. resale valueLost to depreciation
Year 175%
Year 263%
Year 353%
Year 444%
Year 537%

What goes into the five-year cost to own:

  • Depreciation — the biggest cost: this Maxima loses about 63% of its value over five years.
  • Fuel — ≈ $15,500 over five years at roughly 15,000 miles a year.
  • Maintenance & repairs — routine service, tires and wear items as the Maxima ages.
  • Insurance — varies by driver, state and trim; get a quote for your exact figure.

Resale & depreciation are ForCar estimates from typical segment value-retention curves — not a live market quote. Fuel from EPA fueleconomy.gov at ~15k mi/yr.

Is the Nissan Maxima safe?

The Nissan Maxima earns up to 5-star NHTSA overall safety — real government crash-test data. Ratings by year:

YearOverallFrontalSideRollover
2023 Maxima★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2022 Maxima★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2021 Maxima★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2020 Maxima★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2019 Maxima☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★
2018 Maxima★★★★★★★★★☆★★★★★★★★★★
2017 Maxima★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2016 Maxima★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2014 Maxima★★★★☆★★★☆☆★★★★★★★★★★
2013 Maxima★★★★☆★★★☆☆★★★★★★★★★★
2012 Maxima★★★★☆★★★☆☆★★★★★★★★★★
2011 Maxima☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆☆★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested model years.

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How many miles does a Nissan Maxima last?

A well-maintained Nissan Maxima typically lasts 250,000–300,000+ miles. It's exceptionally durable — with routine maintenance many owners report 250k+ on the original powertrain. Its ForCar Reliability Score is 4.5/5.

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All Nissan Maxima model years

A year-by-year snapshot of the Nissan Maxima — recalls, best EPA fuel economy and NHTSA safety. Tap a year for full details.

YearRecallsBest MPGSafety
2023 Maxima 0 24 mpg ★★★★★
2022 Maxima 0 24 mpg ★★★★★
2021 Maxima 0 24 mpg ★★★★★
2020 Maxima 1 recall 24 mpg ★★★★★
2019 Maxima 1 recall 24 mpg
2018 Maxima 2 recalls 25 mpg ★★★★★
2017 Maxima 4 recalls 25 mpg ★★★★★
2016 Maxima 8 recalls 25 mpg ★★★★★
2014 Maxima 0 22 mpg ★★★★☆
2013 Maxima 0 22 mpg ★★★★☆
2012 Maxima 0 22 mpg ★★★★☆
2011 Maxima 0 22 mpg
2010 Maxima 1 recall 22 mpg
2009 Maxima 1 recall 22 mpg
2008 Maxima 0 21 mpg
2007 Maxima 1 recall 21 mpg
2006 Maxima 2 recalls 21 mpg
2005 Maxima 2 recalls 21 mpg
2004 Maxima 2 recalls 21 mpg
2003 Maxima 4 recalls 21 mpg
2002 Maxima 9 recalls 21 mpg
2001 Maxima 7 recalls 22 mpg
2000 Maxima 3 recalls 21 mpg
1999 Maxima 4 recalls 21 mpg
1998 Maxima 6 recalls 21 mpg
1997 Maxima 6 recalls 21 mpg
1996 Maxima 5 recalls 21 mpg
1995 Maxima 5 recalls 21 mpg
1994 Maxima 5 recalls 20 mpg
1993 Maxima 6 recalls 20 mpg
1992 Maxima 5 recalls 20 mpg
1991 Maxima 4 recalls 20 mpg
1990 Maxima 4 recalls 20 mpg
1989 Maxima 4 recalls 20 mpg
1988 Maxima 1 recall 19 mpg
1987 Maxima 1 recall 19 mpg
1986 Maxima 2 recalls 19 mpg
1985 Maxima 2 recalls 19 mpg
1984 Maxima 0 21 mpg
1983 Maxima 0
1982 Maxima 0
1981 Maxima 0

Recalls = NHTSA campaigns that year · MPG = best EPA combined · Safety = NHTSA overall stars (tested years).

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Frequently asked questions

What are the worst years for the Maxima?

By owner-complaint volume, 2004, 2005, 2006 drew the most reports. 1981, 2023, 2021 have the cleanest records.

How many recalls does the Maxima have?

108 recorded NHTSA recalls across 1981–2023. Always check open recalls by your VIN.

What MPG does the Maxima get?

Up to 25 combined MPG (EPA), depending on engine — from the base 4-cylinder to the hybrid.

Is the Maxima safe?

The Maxima earns up to 5-star NHTSA overall crash-test safety; ratings vary by model year.

How many miles does a Maxima last?

A well-maintained Maxima typically reaches 200,000–300,000 miles with regular maintenance.

Is the Maxima reliable?

Our ForCar Reliability Score for the Maxima is 4.5/5, based on NHTSA safety, recall history and complaint severity.

What's the Nissan Maxima warranty?

New Nissan models carry a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic (bumper-to-bumper) warranty and a 5 years / 60,000 miles powertrain warranty. Coverage can vary by model year and market — confirm with a Nissan dealer.

Where is the Nissan Maxima made?

The assembly plant is encoded in the VIN — the 11th character. Decode your Maxima's VIN above to see exactly where it was built; Nissan may build it at more than one plant depending on the year.

How much does a Maxima weigh?

The Maxima's curb weight is around 3,587 lb. Its GVWR — the maximum loaded weight — decodes from the VIN.

How much ground clearance does the Maxima have?

Ground clearance varies by trim and drivetrain — AWD/4WD versions often sit higher. Decode your VIN or check the specific trim for the exact figure.

Data sourced from NHTSA (recalls, complaints, safety ratings) and EPA fueleconomy.gov (MPG). Best/worst-year analysis is ForCar's own aggregation of complaint volume. Last updated Jun 2026. — ForCar Editorial
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