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Decoded · NHTSA vPIC · VIN JN1CA21D3TT132344 · Checked Oct 2, 2026
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Complaints on this exact build 7

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JN1CA21D3TT•••••• 1996 Nissan MAXIMA

This build draws 2.7× more complaints than the average 1996 Nissan MAXIMA build (7 vs 3).

7on this build
66on the model
25builds in total
Most reported Electrical System 2 Suspension 1 Visibility 1 Exterior Lighting 1

What owners of this build wrote

Engine And Engine Cooling May 2003
The vehicle was riding a little rough. The consumer took the vehicle to a mechanic and found that the timing chain tensioners were loose. The consumer was told that the vehicle would cost approximately $2300.00 to repair
Suspension Dec 1996
Rear shocks failed
Electrical System Dec 1996
While driving engine suddenly shut off without warning, loss of vehicle power, including brakes/steering, could have caused an accident, according to dealer, caused by computer unit failure
Unknown Or Other Oct 1996
Engine warning light illuminated twice
Visibility Dec 1995
Vent control valve failed
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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 JN1CA21D3TT132344 · decoded Oct 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by , founder of ForCar.