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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN 1N4AA5AP3EC488009 · Checked Sep 10, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 8

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1N4AA5AP3EC•••••• 2014 Nissan MAXIMA

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8on this build
86on the model
14builds in total
1involved a crash
1injuries
Most reported Power Train 4 Exterior Lighting 3 Electrical System 3 Air Bags 2

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Power Train crash Oct 2024
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…
Electrical System Mar 2021
The passenger side airbag light comes on each time my mother is in the passenger seat. It stays lights for periods of time. At times the light goes off, then back on. I have brought it to an automotive repair shop and have notified fidelity warranty services since we purchased…
Air Bags Mar 2019
When an adult sits in the passenger seat the passenger side airbag turns off. The passenger side airbag light comes on and it states the air bag is off. It happens anytime someone sits in the passenger seat. It is a major health hazard and if its not addressed and replaced. I…
Exterior Lighting Feb 2019
While using low beam headlights at night, lights are very dim and dangerous to see the road ahead. Very dangerous to see ahead of me. I have tried replacing bulb with little effect. Possible that projectors are burnt out and will need entire headlight assembly replacement
Power Train Feb 2022
I’ve been getting pulled over by the state trooper because of my headlights they’re stating they aren’t bright enough. The bulb was changed and still same problem. My Nissan was slow to accelerate while driving, then looses power, turns off
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 1N4AA5AP3EC488009 · decoded Sep 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.