2021 NISSAN Maxima Problems

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Complaints by Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 complaint

The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while his son was driving at 20 MPH, the vehicle began to jerk and was shaking. The vehicle felt as though the brake pedal was being depressed. The oil light was flashing. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed that there was a catastrophic engine failure. The vehicle was repaired. After driving the vehicle, the vehicle was parked, and his son noticed there was a puddle of oil underneath the vehicle. The vehicle failed to start. The contact checked the oil level and noticed there was no oil. The vehicle was towed back to the local dealer, where it was diagnosed with starter and an oil gasket failure. The dealer informed the contact that there was oil in the engine. The manufacturer was contacted and opened a case. The failure mileage was approximately 72,600.

Apr 23, 2024

STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER

1 complaint

Going down a road in Tennessee on my way to my sons house in Fort Campbell. No cars on the road anywhere 545 in the morning and the sun roof explodes out of no where. Parts have been ordered and the car is in my possession till the parts come in so no forms to upload as of yet.

Jun 07, 2021

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 complaint

VEHICLE PURCHASED NEW WITH 4 MILES THEN AFTER 100MILES, THE CD CHANGER DOES NOT WORK AND THERE IS A DELAY IN THE ELECTRONIC COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE. THE ANLOG TEMP GAUGE IS WORKING BUT THE ELECTRONIC GAUGE DOES NOT COME ON TILL 20-30MINS OF DRIVING.

Apr 01, 2021

4.7/5.0

90 reviews

Where to Find VIN for Problems Check

To check for problems and complaints on your 2021 NISSAN Maxima, you'll need the VIN number. Find your VIN in one of these 4 common locations.

Where to Find VIN Number on 2021 NISSAN Maxima for Problems Lookup - Dashboard, Door Jamb, Engine Bay, Documents

Understanding VIN Structure for Problem Reports

Each character in your 2021 NISSAN Maxima 17-digit VIN helps identify specific complaints and problems affecting your vehicle model.

2021 NISSAN Maxima VIN Structure for Complaint Verification - WMI, VDS, Check Digit, Model Year, Plant Code

How to Check 2021 NISSAN Maxima Problems in 3 Steps

Locate Your VIN

Find the 17-character VIN on your 2021 NISSAN Maxima dashboard (visible through windshield), door jamb, engine bay, or vehicle documents.

Review by Component

Browse owner-reported complaints organized by vehicle component (engine, transmission, brakes, electrical) to identify common issues and problem patterns for this model year.

Check Safety Issues

Review crash and fire incidents for each component to assess safety concerns. Contact your NISSAN dealer or report problems to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many problems does the 2021 NISSAN Maxima have?

The 2021 NISSAN Maxima currently has 3 owner-reported complaints according to NHTSA database. These complaints are organized by component to help identify common issues.

What are the most common problems with 2021 NISSAN Maxima?

The most common problems reported for the 2021 NISSAN Maxima are organized by component above. Each component section shows owner-reported issues, crash reports, and fire incidents to help identify patterns and problem areas.

Where does this 2021 NISSAN Maxima problem data come from?

All problem and complaint data for the 2021 NISSAN Maxima comes directly from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) database. These are real complaints submitted by actual vehicle owners.

How do I report problems with my 2021 NISSAN Maxima?

You can report safety problems with your 2021 NISSAN Maxima directly to NHTSA at SaferCar.gov or call 1-888-327-4236. Your complaint helps identify patterns and may lead to recalls or investigations.

Where can I find my VIN to check problems?

Your 2021 NISSAN Maxima VIN is located in 4 places: (1) Dashboard near windshield on driver's side, (2) Driver's door jamb sticker, (3) Engine bay, (4) Vehicle registration and insurance documents.

Is the 2021 NISSAN Maxima reliable?

Reliability can be assessed by reviewing the number and severity of owner complaints for the 2021 NISSAN Maxima. Check complaints by component, crash reports, and fire incidents above to evaluate potential issues and problem patterns.