Is the Nissan Maxima Reliable?
2000–2023 reliability analysis based on NHTSA safety recalls and owner complaints.
Reliability Score
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Nissan Maxima Reliability by Year
| Model Year | Recalls | Complaints | Injuries | Deaths | Reliability Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | — | — | — | — | Not enough data | |
| 2022 | 0 | 4 | 2 | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2021 | 0 | 1 | — | — | 99 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 1 | 14 | 1 | — | 88 | Excellent |
| 2019 | 0 | 17 | 3 | — | 86 | Excellent |
| 2018 | 0 | 25 | 2 | — | 90 | Excellent |
| 2017 | 1 | 79 | 4 | — | 84 | Excellent |
| 2016 | 3 | 110 | 6 | — | 76 | Good |
| 2015 | 0 | 2 | 4 | — | 89 | Excellent |
| 2014 | 0 | 67 | 5 | — | 82 | Excellent |
Reliability scores are proprietary to VinCheckEngine and incorporate multiple weighted safety signals.
How the Maxima Compares to Similar Vehicles
The Maxima scores 15 points above the average sedan — a strong result.
Known Nissan Maxima Reliability Issues
The following components appear most frequently in owner complaints filed with NHTSA:
Based on 319 owner complaints across recent model years.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Nissan Maxima reliable?+
The Nissan Maxima scores 87/100 on our reliability index — rated "Excellent." Across 10 recently analyzed model years, it accumulated 5 recall campaigns and 319 owner complaints in the NHTSA database.
What year Maxima is most reliable?+
Among the years analyzed, the 2021 Maxima achieved the highest reliability score of 99/100 with 0 recalls and 1 complaints.
How many miles does a Maxima last?+
With consistent maintenance, most Nissan Maxima owners report 150,000 to 200,000+ miles of service life. Checking the VIN of any specific used Maxima will reveal its actual mileage history and any title events.
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