2003 NISSAN MAXIMA
4 recalls, 249 complaints - 78 TSBs
22E066000 Aug 9, 2022
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
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 2... Read more
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
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.
20V008000 Jan 9, 2020
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE
Defect Description
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... Read more
Consequence
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
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.
15V287000 May 15, 2015
AIR BAGS
Defect Description
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 caus... Read more
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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 I... Read more
03V455000 Nov 17, 2003
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.... Read more
Complaint Statistics
249 total complaints
20 crashes 4 fires 17 injuries 1 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 42 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 39 |
| AIR BAGS | 26 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 22 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 14 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 11 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 10 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 6 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 5 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 4 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 18, 2024
Incident date: Sep 24, 2023
On 03/16/2024; while driving on I-90 the vehicle at approx 60-65 miles per hr, suddenly stopped, and had to be towed to Matthews Hyundai of Schenectady.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
Mar 12, 2024
Incident date: Jan 8, 2024
See attached document for complaint
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Aug 29, 2023
Incident date: Aug 1, 2023
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Escape. The contact stated while opening the front driver's side door, the door made an abnormal popping sound. Additionally, the contact stated that the door failed to open wide enough or close securely. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times and the dealer a... Read more
STEERING
Aug 24, 2021
Incident date: Aug 16, 2021
The steering shimmies and pulls to the right. Power steering fluids are within there limits.
ENGINE
Jun 9, 2021
Incident date: Apr 1, 2019
Please fix your auto fill --- it just erased everything! Anyway, the engine cuts out while driving in traffic. The engine cuts out while waiting at a red light. The engine cuts out while turning. It's ALL random! The engine code shows P0340, Bank 1 and Bank2, and sometimes P0345. I have repl... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Jun 9, 2021
Incident date: Apr 1, 2019
Please fix your auto fill --- it just erased everything! Anyway, the engine cuts out while driving in traffic. The engine cuts out while waiting at a red light. The engine cuts out while turning. It's ALL random! The engine code shows P0340, Bank 1 and Bank2, and sometimes P0345. I have repl... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Feb 23, 2021
Incident date: Feb 23, 2021
AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE CAR JERKED AND FELT LIKE IT WAS LOSING ACCELERATION. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, TCS AND SLID LIGHT TURNED ON. I BEGAN TO FEEL SCARED I HAD MY CHILD, SISTER AND BROTHER IN THE VEHICLE. I PROCEED TO DRIVE HOME WITH CAUTION. ONCE I ARRIVED HOME, I TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF... Read more
ENGINE
Feb 23, 2021
Incident date: Feb 23, 2021
AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY THE CAR JERKED AND FELT LIKE IT WAS LOSING ACCELERATION. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT, TCS AND SLID LIGHT TURNED ON. I BEGAN TO FEEL SCARED I HAD MY CHILD, SISTER AND BROTHER IN THE VEHICLE. I PROCEED TO DRIVE HOME WITH CAUTION. ONCE I ARRIVED HOME, I TURNED THE VEHICLE OFF... Read more
AIR BAGS
Nov 9, 2020
Incident date: Nov 9, 2020
2003 NISSAN MAXIMA. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO AIRBAG SAFETY RECALL. CONSUMER STATED THAT THEY NO LONGER OWN THE VEHICLE. *LD *JS
ENGINE
Oct 6, 2020
Incident date: Oct 1, 2019
WHEN DRIVING DOWN THE STREET IT JUST TURNED OFF. SAID IT WAS CRANK/ CAM POSITION SENSORS WELL CHANGED THEM AND PUT NEW THROTTLE BODY. AND NOW TO FIND THERE IS A RECALL HOWEVER MY VIN IS NOT PART OF IT. WELL IT SHOULD BE. AND BE FIXED. I HAVE BEEN TRYING TO FIX FOR 9 MONTHS. BEEN SITTING LONGER. FIR... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Jun 30, 2020
Incident date: Jun 29, 2020
THE CAR HAS STALLED WHEN STOPPED AND WHILE DRIVING. SLIP LIGHT AND TSP WARNING LIGHTS GO ON ALONG WITH SERVICE ENGINE. I NOTICED THE RECALL FROM 2003 WAS FOR SIMILAR PROBLEMS. HOWEVER I PUT IN MY VIN # AND I'M ASSUMING MY CAR DOES NOT APPLY. VERY VERY DANGEROUS. MY YOUNG DAUGHTER WAS DRIVING WHEN IT... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jun 24, 2020
Incident date: Jun 15, 2020
IT HAS THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON, WHEN THE CAR IS UP, IT TAKES TIME TO START AND WHEN IT IS DRIVING IT SOMETIMES TURNS OFF, BUT IF THEY TURN IT ON AGAIN IF IT STARTS. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 24, 2020
Incident date: Jun 15, 2020
IT HAS THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON, WHEN THE CAR IS UP, IT TAKES TIME TO START AND WHEN IT IS DRIVING IT SOMETIMES TURNS OFF, BUT IF THEY TURN IT ON AGAIN IF IT STARTS. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Jun 24, 2020
Incident date: Jun 15, 2020
IT HAS THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON, IT TAKES TIME TO START AND WHEN IT IS DRIVING IT TURNS OFF (BUT IT TURNS ON).IT GOES OFF ON FLAT SURFACES, AND WHEN YOU ARE ON A RISE THAT'S WHERE IT TAKES TO CATCH ON. *TR
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 24, 2020
Incident date: Jun 15, 2020
IT HAS THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON, IT TAKES TIME TO START AND WHEN IT IS DRIVING IT TURNS OFF (BUT IT TURNS ON).IT GOES OFF ON FLAT SURFACES, AND WHEN YOU ARE ON A RISE THAT'S WHERE IT TAKES TO CATCH ON. *TR
ENGINE
Jun 24, 2020
Incident date: Jun 15, 2020
IT HAS THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON, IT TAKES TIME TO START AND WHEN IT IS DRIVING IT TURNS OFF (BUT IT TURNS ON).IT GOES OFF ON FLAT SURFACES, AND WHEN YOU ARE ON A RISE THAT'S WHERE IT TAKES TO CATCH ON. *TR
ENGINE
Jun 24, 2020
Incident date: Jun 15, 2020
IT HAS THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ON, WHEN THE CAR IS UP, IT TAKES TIME TO START AND WHEN IT IS DRIVING IT SOMETIMES TURNS OFF, BUT IF THEY TURN IT ON AGAIN IF IT STARTS. *TR
ENGINE
Mar 20, 2020
Incident date: Mar 1, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 NISSAN MAXIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE ATTEMPTING TO EXCEED 3,000 RPM. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE IDLING, THE VEHICLE STALLED WHILE STOPPED AT A TRAFFIC LIGHT. THE CONTACT SHIFTED THE TRANSMISSION TO NEUTRAL AND THE VEHICLE REMAINED ON. THE VE... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jan 26, 2020
Incident date: Jan 17, 2020
THE AIRBAGS DEPLOYED WITHOUT BEING IN AN ACCIDENT
Crash
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 2, 2019
Incident date: Oct 1, 2019
CAR STALLS AT LIGHTS AND JUST STOPS RUNNING WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE STREET. THE STALLING PROBLEM HAS BEEN GOING ON FOR YEARS BUT THE CAR STALLING WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD IS FAIRLY NEW. STALLS AT LIGFHTS, STALLS WHILE IN MOTION
AIR BAGS
Jul 31, 2019
Incident date: Sep 26, 2014
TAKATA RECALL-RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE IN THE MAIL FROM NISSAN ABOUT A RECALL ON MY 2003 MAXIMA PASSENGER SIDE AIR BAGS (NHTSA RECALL 14V-361). SCHEDULED AN APPOINTMENT FOR SEPT.26, 2014 @ 3PM TO HAVE WORK DONE. DROPPED VEHICLE OFF ON THE MORNING OF SEPT 26, 2014 BECAUSE I HAD TO LEAVE TOWN BEFORE T... Read more
ENGINE
Jul 9, 2019
Incident date: Jul 8, 2019
THE VEHICLE HAS TWICE LOST POWER AND ENGINE DIED WHILE MOVING DOWN THE STREET. THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT WAS ON AFTER THIS INCIDENT AND SHOWED CODE P0345: CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR A (BANK 2). THIS VEHICLE DOES NOT SHOW UP ON THE R3022 CRANKSHAFT/CAMSHAFT SENSOR RECALL. HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE WAS MANUF... Read more
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Apr 14, 2019
Incident date: Apr 14, 2019
CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FAILED
ENGINE
Apr 14, 2019
Incident date: Apr 14, 2019
CAMSHAFT POSITION SENSOR FAILED
AIR BAGS
Feb 21, 2019
Incident date: Feb 14, 2018
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 TH... Read more
Crash
2 injured
1 deaths
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 26, 2018
Incident date: Nov 1, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 NISSAN MAXIMA. WHILE THE VEHICLE WAS STATIONARY, ALL OF THE DOORS IMMEDIATELY LOCKED WITHOUT BEING PROMPTED BY THE KEY FOBIK. THE CONTACT HAD TO GET THE POLICE TO UNLOCK THE DOORS. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE KEY FOBIK BECAME INOPERATIVE ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS AFTER EXITING... Read more
ENGINE
Nov 8, 2018
Incident date: Nov 8, 2018
CAR WON'T START. IT TURNS ON AND IT CRANKS BUT IT DOESN'T START
AIR BAGS
Oct 31, 2018
Incident date: Oct 24, 2018
TAKATA RECALL. ON 10/24/18 I HAD THE PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG FIXED AT THE OXNARD TEAM NISSAN SHOP. I ASKED ABOUT THE DRIVER SIDE AIRBAG, AND THEY SAID THE ONLY ONE TO BE TAKEN CARE OF WAS THE PASSENGER SIDE FOR MY CAR MODEL, IS THIS TRUE? MY CONCERN IS, AS FAR AS I KNOW, THE INJURIES AND DEATHS ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Sep 21, 2018
Incident date: Sep 21, 2018
THE SUBFRAME AND THE RADIATOR SUPPORT BRACKET ARE RUSTED OUT. ENGINE AND RADIATOR READY TO COME DOWN.
ENGINE
Aug 29, 2018
Incident date: Aug 28, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 NISSAN MAXIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT START AND ALL THE WARNING INDICATORS ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE OCCURRED EVERY DAY FOR THE PAST SIX MONTHS. THE DEALER (INGRAM PARK NISSAN, 6990 NORTHWEST LOOP 410, ... Read more
ENGINE
Aug 21, 2018
Incident date: Aug 1, 2018
I HAVE EXPERIENCED PROBLEMS CRANKING THE CAR, I PURCHASED A NEW BATTERY AND BATTERY TERMINALS. THIS APPEARED TO QUICK FIX IT BUT SOON AFTER THE SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. SOON AFTER FOLLOWED TCS CONTROL AND ABS LIGHT CAME ON. I TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC AND THE DIAGN... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Aug 21, 2018
Incident date: Aug 1, 2018
I HAVE EXPERIENCED PROBLEMS CRANKING THE CAR, I PURCHASED A NEW BATTERY AND BATTERY TERMINALS. THIS APPEARED TO QUICK FIX IT BUT SOON AFTER THE SPEEDOMETER STOPPED WORKING AND THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON. SOON AFTER FOLLOWED TCS CONTROL AND ABS LIGHT CAME ON. I TOOK IT TO A MECHANIC AND THE DIAGN... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Aug 11, 2018
Incident date: Jul 31, 2018
I NO THERE WAS A VOLUNTEER RECALL ON A COUPLE DIFFERENT PARTS OF THIS CAR , YET LOOKING AT THE VIN NUMBER DOESNT SHOW A RECALL NOW. I BOUGHT MY 5TH GEN MAXIMA AND SINCE THEN IVE HAD TO REPLACE THE CAMSHAFT SENSORS IN IT NOW 3 TIMES AN EVEN GOTTEN NEW CONNECTORS INSTALLED TO FIX THE PROBLEM. IVE HAD ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Aug 11, 2018
Incident date: Jul 31, 2018
I NO THERE WAS A VOLUNTEER RECALL ON A COUPLE DIFFERENT PARTS OF THIS CAR , YET LOOKING AT THE VIN NUMBER DOESNT SHOW A RECALL NOW. I BOUGHT MY 5TH GEN MAXIMA AND SINCE THEN IVE HAD TO REPLACE THE CAMSHAFT SENSORS IN IT NOW 3 TIMES AN EVEN GOTTEN NEW CONNECTORS INSTALLED TO FIX THE PROBLEM. IVE HAD ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jan 19, 2018
Incident date: Sep 10, 2014
TAKATA RECALL I HAVE HAD MY PASSENGER SIDE AIRBAG REPLACED BUT HAVE NOT BEEN NOTIFIED IF THE DRIVER SIDE IS NECESSARY TO REPLACE.
AIR BAGS
Dec 26, 2017
Incident date: Dec 22, 2017
I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY HERE IN WALDORF, MARYLAND WHEN THE AIRBAG INDICATOR KEEP ON FLASHING. I WANT TO MAKE SURE THAT THIS EPISODE WILL NOT CAUSE AN ACCIDENT.
ENGINE
Dec 5, 2017
Incident date: Nov 17, 2017
THE CAR HEAVILY BURNS OIL, THIS CAR AS WELL AS MANY OTHER CARS IN THE NISSAN LINE-UP WERE GIVEN THE VQ35DE MOTOR WHICH IS WELL KNOWN FOR BURNING OIL. I AM REQUIRED TO CHANGE MY OIL EVERY 3000 MILES BECAUSE IT BURNS A LOT OF OIL. I FILL UP THE ENGINE 5 QUARTS WHICH IS ABOVE RECOMMENDED BECAUSE I DON'... Read more
AIR BAGS
Nov 19, 2017
Incident date: Nov 18, 2017
TAKATA RECALL: NO ONE SEEMS TO KNOW MY VEHICLE WAS RECALLED EXCEPT NISSAN AND CAR FAX. LUCKILY I DOWNLOADED THE CAR FAX APP AND SAW THE RECALL. HOW IS IT THAT CAR FAX KNOWS ABOUT THE RECALL FOR MY VIN# BUT NHTSA DOESN'T KNOW? AND I WANST OFFERED A RENTAL OUT LOANER CAR.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 10, 2017
Incident date: Nov 9, 2017
TAKATA RECALL DRIVER AND PASSENGER WINDOWS WERE BOTH DOWN ON 11/9/17 AROUND 8AM IN THE MORNING. BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER WINDOW WERE ALL THE WAY DOWN. I DID LEAVE THE DOORS UNLOCKED OR WINDOWS DOWN WHEN I WENT TO SLEEP. THE CAR WAS STATIONARY ON A REGULAR STREET PARKED OVER NIGHT.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 10, 2017
Incident date: Nov 9, 2017
TAKATA RECALL DRIVER AND PASSENGER WINDOWS WERE BOTH DOWN ON 11/9/17 AROUND 8AM IN THE MORNING. BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER WINDOW WERE ALL THE WAY DOWN. I DID LEAVE THE DOORS UNLOCKED OR WINDOWS DOWN WHEN I WENT TO SLEEP. THE CAR WAS STATIONARY ON A REGULAR STREET PARKED OVER NIGHT.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Nov 10, 2017
Incident date: Nov 9, 2017
TAKATA RECALL DRIVER AND PASSENGER WINDOWS WERE BOTH DOWN ON 11/9/17 AROUND 8AM IN THE MORNING. BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER WINDOW WERE ALL THE WAY DOWN. I DID LEAVE THE DOORS UNLOCKED OR WINDOWS DOWN WHEN I WENT TO SLEEP. THE CAR WAS STATIONARY ON A REGULAR STREET PARKED OVER NIGHT.
AIR BAGS
Nov 7, 2017
Incident date: Oct 17, 2017
TAKATA RECALL I LIVE IN OCALA FLORIDA I HAVE CONTACTED MY LOCAL DEALERSHIP ABOUT GETTING THE RECALL FIXED. THE PROBLEM IS THEY WANT ME TO LEAVE MY CAR WITH THEM. I HAVE A FULL-TIME JOB A CHILD AND AN ELDERLY PARENT I NEED TO HAVE ACCESS TO TRANSPORTATION. THEY OFFERED TO SHUTTLE ME SOMEWHERE BUT THA... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Nov 6, 2017
Incident date: Oct 3, 2017
WHILE DRIVING CAR JUST STOPS, NO FUEL, NO POWER, NO POWER STEERING, NO ELECTRICAL, NOTHING EVERYTHING SHUTS OFF. RESTART NO ISSUES RUNS FOR AWHILE AND HAPPENED AGAIN TWO MORE TIMES. SO THREE TIMES TOTAL. THERE IS A RECALL FOR THIS NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 03V455000. TOOK IT TO DEALER AND THEY SAID THE... Read more
AIR BAGS
Oct 25, 2017
Incident date: Oct 23, 2017
TAKATA RECALL
AIR BAGS
Oct 25, 2017
Incident date: Nov 3, 2007
OUR 2002 NISSAN MAXIMA HAS BEEN TOTALED. WE NO LONGER HAVE IT, BUT OUR SON WAS IN A MAJOR FATAL CAR ACCIDENT ON A MAJOR CITY STREET 2007, TO WE OURSELF DO NOT KNOW EXACTLY WHAT WAS THE CAUSE, OUR SON FELL ASLEEP. NO DRUGS OR ALCOHOL INVOLVED. COURTS STATED SPEEDING WITHOUT INVESTIGATED PROOF. OUR SO... Read more
Crash
Fire
1 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 25, 2017
Incident date: Nov 3, 2007
OUR 2002 NISSAN MAXIMA HAS BEEN TOTALED. WE NO LONGER HAVE IT, BUT OUR SON WAS IN A MAJOR FATAL CAR ACCIDENT ON A MAJOR CITY STREET 2007, TO WE OURSELF DO NOT KNOW EXACTLY WHAT WAS THE CAUSE, OUR SON FELL ASLEEP. NO DRUGS OR ALCOHOL INVOLVED. COURTS STATED SPEEDING WITHOUT INVESTIGATED PROOF. OUR SO... Read more
Crash
Fire
1 injured
ENGINE
Aug 11, 2017
Incident date: Aug 11, 2017
CAR "SERVICE ENGINE SOON" IS ON. THE CAR RANDOMLY CUTS OFF IN TRAFFIC AND AS DRIVING. WON'T START UP IMMEDIATELY. VERY DANGEROUS PROBLEM. THE ENGINE TO STOPPED RUNNING WITHOUT WARNING DURING VEHICLE OPERATION, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
ENGINE
Jun 30, 2017
Incident date: Jun 30, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 NISSAN MAXIMA. WHILE DRIVING 35 MPH UP A HILL, THE VEHICLE STALLED AND THE SERVICE ENGINE INDICATOR ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE CAM SENSOR SHAFT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 26, 2017
Incident date: Apr 1, 2016
EXCESSIVE ENGINE OIL CONSUMPTION AT 150.000 MILES
ENGINE
Feb 20, 2017
Incident date: Feb 4, 2017
WHILE DRIVING ON HIGHWAY AT ABOUT 55 MPH CAR LOSES POWER WITHOUT ANY WARNING, THERE WAS NOT MUCH TRAFFIC SO I WAS ABLE PULL OFF THE ROAD. THE CAR REGAINED POWER WITHOUT HAVING TO START ENGINE AND I WAS ABLE TO DRIVE A LITTLE FURTHER AND IT HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES AGAIN. THE "CHECK ENGINE" LIGHT CO... Read more
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EPA Fuel Economy, 2003 NISSAN MAXIMA
| Trim / Engine | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined MPG | Fuel Type | Annual Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 17.0 | 24.0 | 20.0 | Regular | $3,100 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl, Manual 6-spd (Front-Wheel Drive) | 19.0 | 26.0 | 21.0 | Regular | $2,950 |
CO2 Emissions: -1.0 g/mile (Midsize Cars)
Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA). Actual fuel economy may vary based on driving conditions.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2003 NISSAN MAXIMA
78 manufacturer communications from 59 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 8 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 7 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 5 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 4 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 4 |
| 010000 STEERING | 4 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 4 |
| 121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS | 3 |
NTB08-097L
Sep 21, 2023
010000 STEERING
DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB23-049
Jun 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
12 VOLT BATTERY TESTING FOR IN-SERVICE VEHICLES SERVICE INFORMATION The following Service Information lists NNA procedural recommendations for establishing good connections while performing 12V battery testing. These recommendations ar
NTB23-053
Jun 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SILICONE-BASED LUBRICANT OR GREASE CAN DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SERVICE INFORMATION Do not apply Silicone-based lubricants or grease to, or around, any interior electrical components. To avoid the risk of death or severe personal
NTB13-107F
Apr 27, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB16-003C
Apr 17, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INTELLIGENT KEY REPLACEMENT OR SWAPPING BETWEEN VEHICLES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB09-081J
Feb 27, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB09-081J
Feb 27, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-028H
Feb 27, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-028H
Feb 27, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB08-097K
Feb 22, 2023
010000 STEERING
DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB10-126C
Feb 22, 2023
200000 WHEELS
WHEEL BEARING COLLISION DAMAGE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB99-001F
Dec 7, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB99-001e
Feb 12, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
Nissan Aftersale
Jan 29, 2019
140000 AIR BAGS
Subject: Takata Completion Objectives for Q4 Nissan is continuing to ask its dealers to urgently help increase customer participation in the Takata recalls and to help it achieve 100% customer recall participation for the following vehicle
NPSB18-382 - Tak
Nov 30, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
Dealer Engagement for Takata Awareness Nissan is committed to the safety and security of its customers and their passengers. As you are likely aware, Nissan has initiated multiple field actions to execute the Takata Airbag Recall in acco
PC650_PC655 - Fr
Oct 9, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Free Oil Change Specific Vehicles Subject to the Takata Recall *****Detailed Information***** To help accelerate repair completions on specific populations of vehicles recalled for the Takata airbag, Nissan is offering a special incenti
NTB09131B
Apr 13, 2016
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement "Certification Label" or "VIN Plate / Label" may be needed. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. Th
NTB09131B
Apr 13, 2016
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement "Certification Label" or "VIN Plate / Label" may be needed. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. Th
NTB13028A
Nov 16, 2015
130000 VISIBILITY
SERVICE INFORMATION Windshield "foreign material" that is on the surface of the glass in some cases can be cleaned off with a very particular type and grade of steel wool. * Most any foreign material on the surface of the Windshield c
NTB15-059
Jul 6, 2015
354000 EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
NISSAN 2002-2006 ALTIMA AND 2004-2008 BULLETIN INFORMATION INVOLVING FLOOR PAN REPAIR INSTRUCTIONS DUE TO RUST. *LJ
NTB00042D
Jan 16, 2015
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
SERVICE INFORMATION Changes or modifications to the front seat assembly trim materials may affect the proper operation of the Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bags and Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor and could resul
NTB00042D
Jan 16, 2015
140000 AIR BAGS
SERVICE INFORMATION Changes or modifications to the front seat assembly trim materials may affect the proper operation of the Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bags and Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor and could resul
NTB00042D
Jan 16, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE INFORMATION Changes or modifications to the front seat assembly trim materials may affect the proper operation of the Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bags and Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor and could resul
NTB08055C
Jan 27, 2014
140000 AIR BAGS
SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for each vehicle. IMPORTANT: Turn the ignition switch OFF
NTB08055C
Jan 27, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for each vehicle. IMPORTANT: Turn the ignition switch OFF
NTB-08-055-A
Jan 27, 2014
141100 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
NISSAN: SRS PRECAUTIONS DURING SERVICE;IMPROPER MAINTENANCE, INCLUDING INCORRECT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF THE SRS, CAN LEAD TO A SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAUSED BY UNINTENTIONAL ACTIVATION OF THE SRS ON ALL NISSAN MODELS WITH THE SRS SYS
NTB-03-074-C
Nov 27, 2013
123000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS
NISSAN: EXTERIOR LAMP FOGGING. OCCASIONALLY WATER IS NOTICED IN THE EXTERIOR LAMPS. THIS IS GENERALLY NOT DUE TO A DEFECT. ALL CURRENT EXTERIOR LAMP ASSEMBLIES ARE VENTED TO THE ATMOSPHERE (NOT SEALED). THIS IS NECESSARY TO ALLOW FOR E
NTB-03-074-C
Nov 27, 2013
122000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS
NISSAN: EXTERIOR LAMP FOGGING. OCCASIONALLY WATER IS NOTICED IN THE EXTERIOR LAMPS. THIS IS GENERALLY NOT DUE TO A DEFECT. ALL CURRENT EXTERIOR LAMP ASSEMBLIES ARE VENTED TO THE ATMOSPHERE (NOT SEALED). THIS IS NECESSARY TO ALLOW FOR E
NTB-03-074-C
Nov 27, 2013
121100 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:CONCEALMENT DEVICES
NISSAN: EXTERIOR LAMP FOGGING. OCCASIONALLY WATER IS NOTICED IN THE EXTERIOR LAMPS. THIS IS GENERALLY NOT DUE TO A DEFECT. ALL CURRENT EXTERIOR LAMP ASSEMBLIES ARE VENTED TO THE ATMOSPHERE (NOT SEALED). THIS IS NECESSARY TO ALLOW FOR E
NTB-03-074-C
Nov 27, 2013
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NISSAN: EXTERIOR LAMP FOGGING. OCCASIONALLY WATER IS NOTICED IN THE EXTERIOR LAMPS. THIS IS GENERALLY NOT DUE TO A DEFECT. ALL CURRENT EXTERIOR LAMP ASSEMBLIES ARE VENTED TO THE ATMOSPHERE (NOT SEALED). THIS IS NECESSARY TO ALLOW FOR E
NTB-03-074-C
Nov 27, 2013
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
NISSAN: EXTERIOR LAMP FOGGING. OCCASIONALLY WATER IS NOTICED IN THE EXTERIOR LAMPS. THIS IS GENERALLY NOT DUE TO A DEFECT. ALL CURRENT EXTERIOR LAMP ASSEMBLIES ARE VENTED TO THE ATMOSPHERE (NOT SEALED). THIS IS NECESSARY TO ALLOW FOR E
NTB11-002A
Nov 5, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
NISSAN: THE VEHICLE HAS A SLOWER THAN NORMAL ACCELERATION FROM A STOP. UPDATED ON 06/08/2011. *KB UPDATED ON 06/13/2011. *RM UPDATED 12/16/2013 *JS
NTB11005D
Aug 27, 2013
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Two methods are used to update/upgrade Navigation Map Data: 1. The customer goes to www.nissannavigation.com and is mailed update disc(s) or SD Card and installs data, OR 2. The dealership is mailed update disc(s) and the customer mu
NTB92123D
Aug 27, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Nissan Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory Alloy wheels, along with their finish coating (clear, chrome, titanium, etc.), are specifically developed to achieve Nissan design and performance standards. These Original Equipment or Genuin
NTB92123D
Aug 27, 2013
200000 WHEELS
Nissan Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory Alloy wheels, along with their finish coating (clear, chrome, titanium, etc.), are specifically developed to achieve Nissan design and performance standards. These Original Equipment or Genuin
NTB04094A
Jul 23, 2013
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut P
NTB00033E
Jul 23, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into
NTB00033E
Jul 23, 2013
010000 STEERING
SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into
NTB00033E
Jul 23, 2013
200000 WHEELS
SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into
NTB00033E
Jul 23, 2013
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into
NTB04094A
Jul 23, 2013
010000 STEERING
If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut P
NTB04094A
Jul 23, 2013
200000 WHEELS
If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut P
NTB98018G
Jun 7, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
As part of an enhanced emissions test for Inspection & Maintenance (I/M), some States may require the System Readiness Test (SRT) status be checked. - The SRT is used to indicate whether the engine control module (ECM) has completed sel
NTB-13-038
Apr 3, 2013
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
NISSAN: LOCK/UNLOCK REQUEST BUTTON ON OUTSIDE HANDLE DOES NOT RESPOND. *JS
NTB99001A
Mar 19, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin provides information to identify: - A leaking strut or a shock absorber that qualifies for replacement under warranty. - A strut or shock absorber that has slight oil seepage, a condition wh
NTB-11-005
Jan 14, 2011
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
NISSAN: NAVIGATION MAP DATA UPDATE MATRIX. AFFECTING ALL VEHICLES 2003-11 EXCEPT LEAF, EQUIPPED WITH NAVIGATION SYSTEM. CUSTOMER IS MAILED UPDATE DISC(S) OR SD CARD AND INSTALLS DATA; DEALERSHIP IS MAILED UPDATE DISC(S) AND THE DEALERSHI
NTB-09-101
Sep 30, 2010
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
NISSAN: TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) WARNING LIGHT ON/FLASHING. NO MODELS OR MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATED ON 08-11-2011. *KB
NTB-09-129
Sep 13, 2010
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
NISSAN: VENT CONTROL VALVE REPLACEMENT. WHEN REPLACING THE EVAP CANISTER VENT CONTROL VALVE FOR REASON: USE THE ONE LISTED ON PAGE 2; FOR VENT CONTROL VALVE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE, REFER TO THE APPROPRIATE SECTION OF THE ELECTRONIC SERVICE
04049
Apr 27, 2010
114000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
TRAILER LIGHT WIRING. *MR UPDATED *EH UPDATED 09-12-07. *KB UPDATED 6/21/10. *PE
NTB-09-030
Apr 6, 2009
111100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
NISSAN: THE 12 VOLT BATTERY IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND IS REQUIRED TO STAY CONNECTED WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO VEHICLE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS/CAUTIONS. NO MOD
NTB-09-030
Apr 6, 2009
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NISSAN: THE 12 VOLT BATTERY IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND IS REQUIRED TO STAY CONNECTED WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO VEHICLE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS/CAUTIONS. NO MOD
NTB-09-030
Apr 6, 2009
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
NISSAN: THE 12 VOLT BATTERY IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND IS REQUIRED TO STAY CONNECTED WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO VEHICLE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS/CAUTIONS. NO MOD
03030
Apr 18, 2007
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
EXTERIOR LAMP FOGGING. *KB
06009
Mar 31, 2006
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
MIL ON WITH DTC U1000 OR U1010 STORED IN ENGINE CONTROL UNIT. *TT
06029
Mar 30, 2006
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE OIL COOLER GASKET AVAILABLE. *TT
06009
Feb 8, 2006
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE U1000 OR U1010 STORED IN ENGINE CONTROL UNIT. *AK
02120A
Nov 2, 2005
036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) LIGHT ON AND / OR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE FOR ABS WHEEL SPEED SENSOR. *TT
99022
Oct 28, 2005
151000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT
FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON MISSING. *TT
99063C
May 17, 2005
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE WILL NOT START. NISSAN VEHICLE IMMOBILIZER SYSTEM / NISSAN ANTI-THEFT SYSTEM (NVIS/NATS) DESCRIPTION KEY REGISTRATION. *TT UPDATE. *TT
04133
Feb 25, 2005
135000 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES
AUTO-DIMMING ELECTROCHROMIC (EC) MIRROR DIAGNOSIS. *TT
04107
Sep 16, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE WILL NOT CRANK (NO START) WITH OUTSIDE TEMPERATURE BELOW 0 DEGREES F. *TT
04081
Jul 1, 2004
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
ENGINE COVER LOGO REPLACEMENT. *TT
04077
Jun 15, 2004
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
A/C EVAPORATOR AND EXPANSION VALVE SERVICE. *MJ
04001A
Jan 27, 2004
350000 EQUIPMENT
REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY REPLACEMENT PARTS. THIS BULLETIN REPLACES NTB04-001. *TT
NTB99067A
Nov 7, 2003
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
NISSAN INTEGRATED HOMELINK TRANSMITTER SYSTEM USED TO ACTIVATE MOST ELECTRONIC GARAGE DOORS AND SECURTY GATES. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 PATHFINDER ARMADA. *TT
103003
Oct 30, 2003
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
OWNER LETTER FOR THE XENON HEADLIGHT THEFT DETERRENT AND POLICE SUPPORT PROGRAM. *TT
NTB99022C
Aug 5, 2003
151000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT
FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON MISSING. *TT
03023
Mar 15, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
LACK OF POWER. *TT
03022
Mar 15, 2003
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
HESITATION ON ACCELERATION WITH MANUAL TRANSMISSION. *TT
03017
Feb 19, 2003
353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
LEFT SIDE SPEAKERS INOPERATIVE. *TT
02120
Dec 5, 2002
036000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
ANTILOCK BRAKING SYSTEM (ABS) LIGHT ON AND / OR DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE FOR ABS WHEEL SPEED SENSOR. *TT
02117
Dec 1, 2002
353100 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ANTI-THEFT DEVICES
XENON HEADLAMP THEFT DETERRENT KIT (ANTI-THEFT KIT). *TT
02116
Nov 19, 2002
200000 WHEELS
TITANIUM FINISH ALUMINUM WHEELS. *TT
NTB02099
Sep 30, 2002
136000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
SUBJECT REGARDING WINDSHIELD WIPER PROTECTIVE SHIPPING COVERS ON CERTAIN MODELS INCLUDING THE 2003 MURANO. *TT
02096
Sep 26, 2002
121000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
XENON HEADLAMP CONNECTOR REPLACEMENT KIT. *TT
NTB02096
Sep 26, 2002
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SUBJECT REGARDING THE AVAILABILITY OF THE XENON HEADLAMP CONNECTOR REPLACEMENT KIT. *TT
NTB02001C
Jul 23, 2002
221600 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
SUBJECT REGARDING DRIVERS POWER SEAT WILL NOT MOVE FORWARD OR BACKWARD. *JG
NTB02001B
Jun 4, 2002
221600 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
SUBJECT REGARDING DRIVERS POWER SEAT WILL NOT MOVE FORWARD OR BACKWARD. *JG
NHTSA Safety Investigations, NISSAN MAXIMA
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE08045
Opened: Jul 23, 2008 , Closed: Oct 24, 2008
TRANSMISSION HOSE LEAK
THIS PE WAS OPENED FOR MODEL YEAR (MY) 2008 NISSAN MAXIMA VEHICLES BASED ON EARLY WARNING DATA THAT THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION COOLER HOSE MAY HAVE PINHOLES AND/OR CRACKS RESULTING IN A TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAK.THE LEAKED FLUID CAN CONTACT THE EXHAUST SYSTEM AND IGNITE.NISSAN HAS SHOWN THAT THE ROOT ... Read more
PE04035
Opened: Apr 12, 2004 , Closed: Jul 13, 2004
GLASS ROOF SHATTERING
THE OFFICE OF DEFECTS INVESTIGATION (ODI) OPENED THIS INVESTIGATION ON APRIL 12, 2004, BASED ON FIVE REPORTS INDICATING THAT THE SKYVIEW GLASS-PANELED ROOF, WHICH IS STANDARD EQUIPMENT IN MODEL YEAR (MY) 2004 NISSAN MAXIMA VEHICLES, WOULD SUDDENLY SHATTER WHILE THE VEHICLE IS IN USE.FIVE INJURIES HA... Read more
PE02034
Opened: Mar 15, 2002 , Closed: Jul 22, 2002
ALTERNATOR FIRES
EA95032
Opened: Oct 31, 1995 , Closed: Feb 28, 1997
SEAT TRACK
SEE EA95-032 CLOSING REPORT EA95-032 WAS OPENED OCTOBER 31, 1995 TO CONTAINUE EVALUATIONS OF THE EXTENT AND CONSEQUENCES OF PARTIAL ENGAGEMENT OF MANUAL FRONT SEAT TRACK LATCHES IN THE SUBJECT VEHICLES.
PE95038
Opened: Jun 20, 1995 , Closed: Oct 31, 1995
SEAT TRACKS
There is no summary currently available
DP95002
Opened: Jun 8, 1995 , Closed: Jun 20, 1995
FT SEAT LATCH MECHANISM FAILURE
There is no summary currently available
EA93024
Opened: Oct 8, 1993 , Closed: Jan 25, 1994
INADVER.AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
There is no summary currently available
PE93063
Opened: Jul 12, 1993 , Closed: Oct 8, 1993
INADVER.AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT
There is no summary currently available
DP92009
Opened: Apr 20, 1992 , Closed: Aug 20, 1992
SUDDEN ACCELERATION
There is no summary currently available
PE88025
Opened: Feb 9, 1988 , Closed: May 11, 1988
STEERING MALFUNCTION
There is no summary currently available
NISSAN MAXIMA - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the NISSAN MAXIMA across all model years (1985, 2020).
108
Total Recalls
8,860
Total Complaints
10
Investigations
465
Reported Crashes
395
Reported Fires
25
Reported Deaths
NISSAN MAXIMA - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 2022 | 0 | 6 | View |
| 2021 | 0 | 4 | View |
| 2020 | 1 | 33 | View |
| 2019 | 1 | 28 | View |
| 2018 | 2 | 46 | View |
| 2017 | 4 | 154 | View |
| 2016 | 8 | 224 | View |
| 2015 | 0 | 2 | View |
| 2014 | 0 | 126 | View |
| 2013 | 0 | 71 | View |
| 2012 | 0 | 137 | View |
| 2011 | 0 | 138 | View |
| 2010 | 1 | 399 | View |
| 2009 | 1 | 460 | View |
| 2008 | 0 | 99 | View |
| 2007 | 1 | 169 | View |
| 2006 | 2 | 733 | View |
| 2005 | 2 | 1,152 | View |
| 2004 | 2 | 1,725 | View |
| 2003 (current) | 4 | 249 | |
| 2002 | 9 | 278 | View |
| 2001 | 7 | 225 | View |
| 2000 | 3 | 467 | View |
| 1999 | 4 | 215 | View |
| 1998 | 6 | 133 | View |
| 1997 | 6 | 123 | View |
| 1996 | 5 | 117 | View |
| 1995 | 5 | 195 | View |
| 1994 | 5 | 128 | View |
| 1993 | 6 | 102 | View |
| 1992 | 5 | 140 | View |
| 1991 | 4 | 99 | View |
| 1990 | 4 | 138 | View |
| 1989 | 4 | 78 | View |
| 1988 | 1 | 73 | View |
| 1987 | 1 | 194 | View |
| 1986 | 2 | 74 | View |
| 1985 | 2 | 64 | View |
| 1984 | 0 | 40 | View |
| 1983 | 0 | 8 | View |
| 1982 | 0 | 4 | View |