NHTSA has 106 owner complaints on file for the 2017 Nissan Maxima[1]. The same model year also has 4 recalls[2].
Most reported problems
Here are the complaint groups in the stories we read, biggest first.
- Unknown or other. 28 complaints name this group[5]. These reports do not fit a single named part, so there is no one theme to retell.
- Air bags. 18 complaints[6]. Owners describe warning lights that stay on after a reset, air bags that did not open in a collision, and side curtains that went off with no impact.
- Structure. 17 complaints[7]. Owners describe trim pieces coming loose, a door that will not seal well, a cracked sunroof and a mirror that hides people at turns.
- Power train. 11 complaints[8]. Owners describe shaking under acceleration, a car that stops shifting, and one case of a parked car rolling after a remote start.
- Electrical system. 11 complaints[9]. Owners describe front radar warnings with nothing in the road, sudden braking from the collision system, and a seat belt reminder that stays quiet.
- Brakes. 10 complaints[10]. Brake reports are in the file, though we did not read enough of them to retell a theme.
- Forward collision avoidance. 10 complaints[11].
- Engine. 8 complaints[12]. Engine reports are in the file, with no theme we can retell.
Recalls
Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2017 Maxima is necessarily included.
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (19V807), November 2019. About 391,479 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire, reduced braking. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[13]
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (18V601), September 2018. About 215,124 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire, reduced braking. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[14]
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip (16V636), September 2016. About 120,329 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: fire, reduced braking. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[15]
- Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification (16V244), April 2016. About 3,296,947 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.[16]
Fuel economy
EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.
| Version | City / highway / combined MPG | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|
| Maxima, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (AV-S7), Premium, Front-Wheel Drive[3] | 21 / 30 / 25 | $3,300 |
Safety ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Rollover risk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 DR FWD[4] | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 9.5% |
Engine and size
Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.
| Engine | Horsepower |
|---|---|
| 2017 Nissan Maxima with 3.5L 6-cylinder[17] | 300 hp |
How 2017 compares with other years
Show the numbers
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 1995 | 152 | 0 |
| 1996 | 96 | 0 |
| 1997 | 102 | 1 |
| 1998 | 113 | 1 |
| 1999 | 165 | 0 |
| 2000 | 360 | 0 |
| 2001 | 172 | 3 |
| 2002 | 205 | 6 |
| 2003 | 206 | 3 |
| 2004 | 1,426 | 2 |
| 2005 | 948 | 2 |
| 2006 | 576 | 2 |
| 2007 | 129 | 1 |
| 2008 | 79 | 0 |
| 2009 | 339 | 1 |
| 2010 | 275 | 1 |
| 2011 | 106 | 0 |
| 2012 | 107 | 0 |
| 2013 | 62 | 0 |
| 2014 | 96 | 0 |
| 2016 | 142 | 8 |
| 2017 | 106 | 4 |
| 2018 | 36 | 2 |
| 2019 | 18 | 1 |
| 2020 | 22 | 1 |
| 2021 | 3 | 0 |
| 2022 | 5 | 0 |
| 2023 | 1 | 0 |
NHTSA's counts for the Maxima show 106 complaints and 4 recalls for 2017[2]. Among the 28 model years listed, 11 have fewer complaints than 2017 and 15 have more[2]. The fewest complaints are for 2023 (1) and the most are for 2004 (1,426)[2]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.
Should you buy a used 2017 Maxima?
The file shows 106 complaints for this model year[1]. The largest groups are unknown or other, air bags and structure[5][6][7]. Owners also describe radar and braking trouble in the electrical system group[9]. Recalls exist for this year, so check the Recalls section[2]. These are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales, so read them as signs and not as proof.
Frequently asked questions
- What are the most common problems with the 2017 Nissan Maxima?
- Owners filed 106 complaints[1]. The biggest named groups are air bags[6] and structure[7].
- Does the 2017 Nissan Maxima have recalls?
- Yes, the by-year data shows 4 recalls[2]. See the Recalls section on this page for the list.
- How many complaints name the air bags?
- 18 complaints name the air bags group[6].
- Is the 2017 Nissan Maxima reliable?
- The file has 106 complaints[1], with power train at 11[8] and electrical system at 11[9]. Check the year comparison section for context.
- What is the gas mileage of the 2017 Nissan Maxima?
- See the fuel economy section on this page.
Keep exploring
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Facts and sources
- NHTSA has 106 owner complaints on file for the 2017 Nissan Maxima (8 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 7 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
- Owner complaints and recalls for every Nissan Maxima model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
- EPA rating for Maxima, 3.5L 6-cyl, Automatic (AV-S7), Premium, Front-Wheel Drive: 21 city / 30 highway / 25 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,300. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
- NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 4 DR FWD: overall 5 stars, frontal 5 stars, side 5 stars, rollover 5 stars; rollover risk 9.5%. NHTSA vehicle records
- 28 complaints name the unknown or other component group (1 crashes, 2 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 28,500). NHTSA vehicle records
- 18 complaints name the air bags component group (3 crashes, 1 fires, 2 injuries, median mileage at failure 28,250). NHTSA vehicle records
- 17 complaints name the structure component group (1 crashes, 1 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 41,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 11 complaints name the power train component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- 11 complaints name the electrical system component group (0 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 43,000). NHTSA vehicle records
- 10 complaints name the brakes component group (3 crashes, 1 fires, 4 injuries, median mileage at failure 22,750). NHTSA vehicle records
- 10 complaints name the forward collision avoidance component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 39,400). NHTSA vehicle records
- 8 complaints name the engine component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
- Recall 19V807, filed November 8, 2019: Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock / Traction Control / Electronic Limited Slip. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 18V601, filed September 7, 2018: Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock / Traction Control / Electronic Limited Slip. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 16V636, filed September 2, 2016: Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock / Traction Control / Electronic Limited Slip. NHTSA recall database
- Recall 16V244, filed April 26, 2016: Air Bags › Sensor › Occupant Classification. NHTSA recall database
- EPA Test Car List, 2017 Nissan Maxima with 3.5L 6-cylinder: rated 300 hp. www.epa.gov