2017 Nissan Maxima problems
The Nissan Maxima is a car manufactured and marketed by Nissan and offered as Nissan's flagship sedan primarily in North America, the Middle East, South Korea, and China—and currently in its eighth generation. Having debuted for model year 1982 as the Datsun Maxima, it replaced the earlier Datsun 810. The name Maxima dates to the 1981 model year when Datsun marketed the upscale 810 as the 810 Maxima in North America. Like the 810, early versions of the Maxima had their origins in the Datsun/Nissan Bluebird. It is renamed to Nissan Maxima when the Datsun brand was phased out for the 1985 model year.
The Maxima was marketed as an upscale alternative to the Altima and prior to 1993, the Stanza, distinguished by features such as a premium interior and V6 engine. Most Maximas were built in Oppama, Japan, until North American assembly began in Smyrna, Tennessee for the 2004 model year.
For the US and Canada, Nissan ended production of the Maxima in July 2023.
Outside North America, the Maxima nameplate has also been applied to variants or trim levels of several other models.
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Common 2017 Nissan Maxima problems
The Nissan Maxima 2017 is a well-regarded vehicle, but as with any car, there are some common problems that owners have reported.
One issue that has been reported is excessive wind noise in the cabin, particularly on the passenger side. This problem has been reported at around 2,000 miles and is usually caused by damaged door and window seals. Replacing the seals can cost around $350, depending on local labor rates.
Another issue that has been reported is leather trim splitting throughout the cabin, particularly on the armrest. This problem has been reported at around 30,000 miles and is more common in colder weather. Replacing the part can cost around $350, while leather repair companies can usually fix it for around $100.
Clunking noises from the rear suspension have also been reported in some 2017 Maxima models, particularly during cold weather. This problem is usually caused by thicker fluid in the shocks and is a normal part of the vehicle's operation. Replacing the shocks can cost around $450.
There are four recalls on the 2017 Nissan Maxima, with the most serious three recalls related to a brake fluid leak, which could lead to a fire. Nissan will replace the ABS actuator on affected models for free to prevent fluid leaks.
The Maxima's sporty suspension setup can result in a firmer ride, which some owners may not prefer. Additionally, the Maxima's design can lead to reduced rear visibility, especially when parking.
The Maxima's CVT transmission has a questionable reputation for reliability and can be expensive to replace if it fails. Some owners have reported issues with the vehicle not accelerating at times or stalling, as well as emission control faults, electrical issues, bad wheel bearings, tire pressure sensors, and problems with the air conditioner.
The Maxima's higher starting price compared to some competitors and its unavailability with AWD may also be drawbacks for some buyers.
In general, the 2017 Nissan Maxima has been reported to be a reliable vehicle, with most issues being similar to those found in other large sedans, leading to average repair costs as the vehicle ages.
It is important to note that the information presented here is based on a limited number of sources and may not be representative of all 2017 Nissan Maxima owners' experiences. Prospective buyers should conduct their own research and consult with a trusted mechanic before making a purchasing decision.
How reliable are 2017 Nissan Maximas?
The 2017 Nissan Maxima is a great car. It's one of the safest and most reliable options in the class, and it's a blast to drive thanks to its powerful (and fuel-efficient) V6 engine and athletic driving dynamics. However, it does require premium fuel.
Do 2017 Nissan Maximas have transmission problems?
If you don't routinely change your fluids at least every 30,000 miles or so, you may find that your 2017 Nissan Maxima transmission will slip.
What is the most common problem with Nissan Maxima?
Nissan Maxima Common Problems and Solutions
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How many miles will a 2017 Nissan Maxima last?
about 200,000 miles
A Nissan Maxima can last about 200,000 miles on average, but this of course depends on how well it is maintained. A poorly maintained Maxima has a significantly higher chance to develop major engine and transmission problems before hitting 100,000 – 150,000 miles.
2017 Nissan Maxima car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Nissan Maxima problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Unknown or other problems
- Air bags problems
- Structure problems
- Electrical system problems
- Forward collision avoidance problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2017 Nissan Maxima vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2017 Nissan Maxima
The NHTSA has received 87 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2017 Nissan Maxima. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2017 Nissan Maxima vehicles.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-07-15
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP5HC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Airbag warning light stays on at the dashboard. Passenger air bag light indicates airbag is off when someone is actually in the seat. This is incorrect.
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-23
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP1HC
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: The contact's mother owns a 2017 Nissan Maxima equipped with Continental Tires, Tire Line: Pro Contact TX, Tire Size: 245/45/R18, DOT Number: (N/A). The contact stated that while starting the vehicle, the TPMS warning light was illuminated. The owner noticed that the passenger's side front tire was flat. The tire was replaced with the spare tire. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, where it was confirmed that the tire tread had separated, and all four tires needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the owner to the local dealer for assistance. The contact stated that the failure was related to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21T001000 (Tires) and 20T018000 (Tires). The DOT number was not available. The tire mileage was approximately 16,000. The vehicle failure mileage was approximately 63,458.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-24
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP1HC
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: 2017 Nissan Maxima rear roof has a serious material deterioration occurring on both passenger and driver’s side. This not only creates a vector for water intrusion, but also compromises vehicle integrity and calls into question crash/rollover certifications. Secondary effects, include electrical vehicle integrity and vectors for mold within the cabin affecting occupants health. This is a systemic problem that has been happening with Nissan Maximas (+/-5 years) and has been documented in multiple forums.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-04-03
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP9HC
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The system that failed on my Maxima SL 2017 was the CVT transmission. It was diagnosed by Sutherlin Dealer Nissan on 4/3/24 with the code DTC P17F1 CVT Judder at the cost of $193.83. My safety & others were put at risk when my car STOP in the middle of an intersection not once but 4 times without a warning, not lights, not sounds etc. just STOP. I pressed the gas petal and the car moved slowly. After the diagnosis we were told the car may or may not stop again. We decided to look for another diagnosis & quote. On 4/10/24 the car left me stranded again crossing another intersection. Car was towed again to a certified Nissan transmission shop and left for repairs. A Nissan OEM refurbished transmission was changed, and computer was reprogrammed at Sutherlin Nissan as part of the fixing at a cost of $6,707.49. On 4/29/24 car stop sudden again. Car was towed to the previous independent transmission shop and 4 days later they stated nothing was wrong because not code related to the transmission or anything else showed, but a new battery was placed. We pick up the car again from the independent repair shop on 5/3/24, in our trip back the next day 5/4/24 from returning the 3rd rental car, the car STOP again in the middle of the road (limp mode) We waited about 45 minutes with the car on and noticed a strange noise coming from the new installed transmission and the air conditioner turned off. After turning the engine on and off the AC came back on again and car seems to come back normally. We were able to manage to take it to the Nissan Dealership with was just 15 minutes away. We left the car and waited for the diagnosis to be made on Monday 5/6/24. We were informed that same transmission code showed which means the new installed refurbished transmission was gone bad!!! and the good news was we don't have to pay for another transmission, but we must pay for labor again $2,696.
AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-03-07
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP4HC
- Components: AIR BAGS,STRUCTURE
- Summary: Rear passenger pillars between passenger doors and trunk plastic trim pieces have both broken off. The plastic clips are so flimsy they broke off.
STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-02-01
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP5HC
- Components: STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: What happened today was the sunroof exploded while driving down the interstate. Loud gunshot sound! Lucky the viser was closed when it happened! I have an appointment next week due to dealership backed up but they said I can come by to get it patched until my appointment day. No Warning lights, messages, or anything happened before the incident occurred. Just glad no one was hurt and it didn’t cause me to have accident.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-12
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP3HC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: Went to work and parked. It rained that day, not sure if it’s related. When I went to leave the dash airbag light stayed on. This was December 2023. There are no other issues with the car. No other warning lights. The car has 52,300 miles on it now. I just recently took it to the dealership to see about getting it fixed and was quoted $7k-11k in repairs. They told me “it’s usually the setback assembly. That could possibly fix it.” I was told the lifetime power train warranty that the dealership offers does not apply. I do have the invoice, but for some train the website is not letting me upload.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-25
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP4HC
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: The transmission just stops shifting out of nowhere and has had a transmission judder code since ive owned it. The transmission shakes at acceleration about 90% of the time.
STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-05
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP5HC
- Components: STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I was driving on the highway and the passenger side front pillar trim panel just flew off. This is the second time this has happened to my vehicle, the first time was my rear pillar which I paid to replace myself because I was told at the dealership this is just a cosmetic issue. I disagree, to me this is very hazardous and could potentially hurt someone, and now my car sounds like air is coming through the windshield. I don’t feel safe driving this car now and this kind of thing happening. I would feel awful if this caused an accident or if someone got hurt and I feel that Nissan should take responsibility and correct this defect as I have researched that many people have experienced the same scenario with these parts of the vehicle. The one I had replaced had different clips and definitely feels more secure, but again I don’t think enough people are reporting this issue properly, so I am because it’s dangerous.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-30
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP7HC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: First, my passenger airbag light came on and will not go off. then my emergency breaking system activated while I was driving on the interstate and I was almost hit by a semi from behind I didn’t manage to get the vehicle off the road I took it to Nissan . They did a diagnostics and couldn’t find anything wrong with the car the emergency braking system has activated several times since then and now my whole dash system seems to freeze up completely and will not let me use anything in the car. I have to put it in park the car off and restart for it to work. Nissan has my vehicle now . They did another diagnostics and said it was a sensor in the airbags, and the whole driver side seat had to be replaced and I was told that my airbags would not deploy if I got in a car wreck since there is no recall for this issue so they say I have to put out-of-pocket that amount of money to fix my car and they want me to pay for another diagnostics fee. I have a car that does not have safety features that I paid for. Nissan wants to charge me again for another diagnostics exam and the cost for the seat they say about $5000 .
EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-10-06
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP9HC
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING,AIR BAGS
- Summary: The airbag light does not go out once the vehicle has been started and while driving.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-09-15
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP6HC
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Car starts, but would not accelerate. Turned the car off, started 10 minutes later, car would not accelerate past 5 mph. Drove a 1/4 block turned around, car’s power steering locked up in drive way. 12 hours later car works fine, no acceleration issues. Brought to Nissan dealership, they found no issues. 2 weeks later, drove for 3-hour trip. Returned home and parked. Started car 30 minutes later, drove 10 minutes and car loses acceleration again in the middle of road/traffic. Able to park safely. Car engine would not restart, lights and hazards working. Error message on dash says incorrect key code. Called a tow, they jumped the car with a jumper pack and engine starts, car accelerates. 1 day later new battery installed, new battery in key fobs. Car is accelerating and starting now. My complaint, my belief that there is a serious design flaw with the keyless start option. Car is not detecting key while in drive every time. No indication given that batteries were low power. Safety issues - no detectable problems found by mechanics, losing acceleration while in traffic possibly due to key fob malfunction. Why is there no option for traditional key start? How can car be trusted to start/ accelerate when driving long distances, when there is no reasonable explanation for the loss of acceleration? This is not a unique issue, a number of complaints online for viewing. Videos on how to ‘fix’ by unplugging car battery. Consumers should not have to diy/disconnect car battery just to start a car.I believe this is a deeper issue with car design and is a safety issue for teen and adult drivers.
ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-28
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP8HC
- Components: ENGINE,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: The emergency braking system warning light came on while I was stopped in rush hour traffic. No collision. Light is coming on every time I drive the car. Fear of the system automatically stopping my vehicle while driving without cause. The dealership refused to test the sensors without me paying for the service. This first started showing up on 8/28/2023. The front sensors warning stating " front sensor obstructed system is unavailable" has been coming on for no reason at random. Dealership refuses to test sensors without me paying for test. This has been happening for some time.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-08-24
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP5HC
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: Carvana states I have open recalls on my car. However, when I check my VIN on your website it states no open recalls. I reached out to Carvana to file a complaint as I wasted 2 hours of my life taking my car to have recalls fixed when the recalls were non-existent. Carvana in turn routes me to file a complaint with you as you send them the codes for recalls. Does my car have recalls or not?
STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-05-17
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP7HC
- Components: STRUCTURE,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: May 17,2023 6:30a.m. I drove to work, parked for 9hrs & at 4pm when I went to leave my sunroof was shattered.. there are no trees or anything that is over my car.. it looked as though someone had gotten inside my car & punched the sunroof as the glass was slightly pushed outwards.. my car was locked & no signs of entry... upon my arrival to Hudson Nissan I was informed by a Nissan Service Writer that this happens all the time & he told me to look it up on Youtube or Google.. After looking it up & seeing that exploding sunroofs happen daily, I did more research & saw there are current & past lawsuits pertaining to exploding sunroofs..that is also where I saw that I needed to file my exploding sunroof on this site. My car was inspected by a certified Nissan technician that said my entire roof system needed to be replaced. My car was also inspected by a certified State Farm Adjuster that only wants to pay for the rear glass. Thankfully I was not driving at the time of the incident, however, after viewing several videos of consumers this has happened to, they all said it sounds like a gunshot.. I've been shot, still carry the bullet in my neck, I cannot even imagine how I'd react if I were on the interstate driving 65mph and hear what appears to be a gunshot inside my car...or if my grandson was riding along. I cant say how I'd react,, but im guessing everyone around me would be at risk including myself.. I just can't phathom why this issue is still allowed to happen. The entire process has been a complete nightmare. I've been without a vehicle since May 17, 2023. State Farm doesn't want to pay for what the manufacturer/dealership suggests & once I get it fixed I will be trading it... I do not ever want to go through this again!
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-21
- VIN: 1N4AA6APXHC
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The trim between rear quarter panels and side rear windows becomes loose and not attached at one end and falls of the cars which might be a hazard for pedestrians at higher speeds.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-10-01
- VIN: 1N4AA6APXHC
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: Driver side rear lower suspension broke while driving which caused a wheel misalignment and tire worn within few weeks. Nissan is not recalling any cars but instead they extended the warranty but only fixing the cars when the arms corrode. https://www.nissanassist.com/campaigns/certain-my-2013-2018-nissan-altima-and-certain-my-2016-2018-nissan-maxima-rear-lower-suspension-link
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-01
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP1HC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: DRIVER AIRBAG LIGHT HAS BEEN ON FOR TWO YEARS AND DEALERSHIP STATES THAT IT WILL COST THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS TO BE REPLACED AND/OR REPAIRED. I HAVE RESEARCHED ONLINE AND THIS SEEMS TO BE A PROBLEM WITH THIS YEAR, MAKE AND MODEL AND MAY BE A CONTINUANCE OF AIRBAG ISSUES THAT WERE INCLUDED IN A RECALL PRIOR TO THIS YEAR MODEL. TODAY, I AM UNSURE AS TO WHETHER OR NOT THE AIRBAGS WILL WORK PROPERLY IN THE VEHICLE IF IT IS IN AN ACCIDENT.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-11-15
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP7HC
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: I bought the vehicle in question new and it has less than 10,000 miles. The low beam headlights have a definite line where there is no light above the line and very dim light directly in front of the vehicle( photos attached). I took the car to the dealer and was informed that this is “normal” for the Maxima and that there is no adjustment that can be made. I then sent photos to Nissan Customer Service (Case # 48013453 ) and was informed again that this is normal for that model. When driven on an unlit road, one has to run bright lights at all times to be able to safely see. I have included photos of the light pattern. The sequence is backing out of the garage and then on a dark street. Please note photo 2 where I am standing barely to the right and I am not visible above my belt line. In my opinion, If this is typical of all 2017 Nissan Maxima’s; there is a safety issue.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-01-15
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP1HC
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: The car went full throttle by itself and would not stop.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-06-01
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP1HC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: About two years ago, the driver airbag light came on and has been on. We took the car to Hudson Nissan in Charleston, SC to have it repaired and were informed that we would have to replace the entire seat to replace the sensor to the tune of about $4500.00. Based on a lot of information I have been reading, there has been a recall on certain 2017 Nissan Maximas but not all of them. I believe that my car should be covered under the recall or at least covered by Nissan because the sensors are known to go bad and there is plenty of information available online about this issue.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-09-25
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP3HC
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: My headlights are clouded on the inside from condensation getting inside the light. Nissan says the lights are vented and the water should drain. Water drains but condensation from water has clouded my headlights.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-28
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP8HC
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: Transmission went out
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-08-04
- VIN: 1N4aa6ap9hc
- Components: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Car will suddenly and dramatically decelerate creating loss of control and surprising drivers around me expecting me to continue in a clear lane sometimes nearly causing me to rear-ended Car will shut off this feature automatically at times. the AEB malfunction light will illuminate. I have shared this with the dealer 2x - the response is that this isn't covered - even under my Nissan Certified extended warranty purchase
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-07-20
- VIN: 1N4AA6AP2HC
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I have had my 2017 Nissan Maxima since 2018. It had 29,963 miles when I purchased it. Since I have had it I put 33,000 miles on it and had all of the recommended service done on at the dealership. This would include having the transmission flushed at 32000 miles. My car currently has 62000 miles on it and the CVT transmission has been slipping and the car shudders at low speeds. I took it to the dealership and they told me that it needed to be replaced. I really feel that Nissan needs to investigate how many transmissions have issues with this low mileage. The standard warranty on the power-train is 60,000 miles, how convenient for them.
2017 Nissan Maxima recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 4 recalls for different components of the 2017 Nissan Maxima.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Park Out Side: 1
- Park Out Side: 1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18V-601. In addition, this recall expands the previous population. The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.
- Consequence: A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS actuator, free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available, currently expected to be during summer 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: If the ABS warning light remains illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Park Out Side: 1
- Park Out Side: 1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Nissan Murano, 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2017-2018 Nissan Pathfinder, and 2017 Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.
- Consequence: A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the serial number on the ABS actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: When brake fluid has leaked onto the circuit board, the ABS warning lamp will remain illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up. If this occurs, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima vehicles manufactured February 10, 2015, to August 19, 2016 and equipped with Intelligent Cruise Control, 2015-2017 Murano vehicles manufactured August 22, 2014, to August 19, 2016 and equipped with Intelligent Cruise Control, and 2015-2016 Murano Hybrid vehicles manufactured August 22, 2014, to July 19, 2016. The affected vehicles have Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) actuator pumps that may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal electrical circuit board.
- Consequence: A brake fluid leak onto the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ABS Actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: When brake fluid has leaked onto the circuit board, the ABS warning lamp will remain illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up. If this occurs, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION
- Summary: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano Hybrid, and Chevrolet City Express, 2014-2015 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid, and 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles. In these vehicles, the front seat passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrectly classify an adult passenger as a child or classify the seat as empty despite it being occupied. As a result, the passenger frontal air bag may be turned off and not deploy in the event of a crash.
- Consequence: If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
- Remedy: Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors. Dealers will reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) in Altima, Maxima, Murano, Rogue, and Sentra vehicles, and replace the OCS ECU in LEAF, NV200, NV200 Taxi, Pathfinder, Infiniti Q50, JX35, and QX60 and Chevrolet City Express vehicles, free of charge. Interim notices were sent to owners on May 31, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669, Infiniti customer service at 1-888-833-3216 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.
Negative 2017 Nissan Maxima car reviews
Positive 2017 Nissan Maxima car reviews
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We've only had the car a few weeks but we absolutely love it! We really appreciate the safety features and we're excited to be more comfortable on road trips. The fit and finish are excellent all around. We're going to really enjoy the heated seats and heated steering wheel this winter. We have no complaints at all so far, and we've received lots of compliments!
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The car is truly amazing. It's fast, beautiful, and an absolute joy to drive.
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I'm a salesman who drives a lot and I've had my car for a month now. I must say, the power is awesome! It's a great looking car that's sporty yet comfortable. The brakes are nice and the seats are great. There are so many features, including Apple Play, which I love. The fit and finish is very nice too.
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This car rides like a high end automobile.
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This is such a great car! I've owned it for three years and I'm definitely considering purchasing it. It's been so reliable, comfortable, and fun to drive. Plus, it's super fast and performs really well at high speeds. The only downside I can think of is that the trunk opening can be a bit deceiving, so larger items might not fit even though they could probably fit inside. The same goes for the back seat - the door doesn't open up enough to fit larger items. But overall, I really love this car!
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Are you having problems with your 2017 Nissan Maxima?
Dexter Lind 2024-06-25
If you're considering a Maxima, you may want to test drive an Audi, Mercedes, Lexus, or BMW as well. As a professional driver, I have found that the Maxima's roadholding is not up to par, especially on wet roads, and it struggles in the snow even with 4 snow tires. While the engine is impressive, the chassis can't handle the power, and the CVT transmission leaves much to be desired. Additionally, torque steer can be an issue when passing quickly on narrow roads. On the bright side, the front seats are exceptional, especially the fully adjustable driver's seat. However, the front passenger seat lacks a height adjustment. It's disappointing that a $40,000 car doesn't have a power seat that raises. The interior is spacious and high quality, but the exterior styling is quite unusual. Nissan may want to consider hiring new engineers and stylists. The paint work and finish could also use some improvement. Overall, I wish Nissan the best of luck, but I personally won't be purchasing another Maxima.
Simeon O'Kon 2024-05-11
Nissan bought this car back in accordance with the lemon law. Although the design is fantastic and there are many selling points, my experience with it has been disappointing. The engine is powerful, but it struggles to stay in the lane when passing someone. The seats are adequate, but I have sat in better ones for a similar price point. The electronics have been problematic, with the radio system shutting off for no reason and the included apps not functioning properly. The key fob unlocks the car from across the parking lot, but it sometimes fails to recognize the key. The BOSE system is nice, but it cannot go loud without causing the rear deck to buzz. Lastly, the front end collision system is unreliable and can be quite scary when it slams on the brakes for no reason. Despite these issues, I still believe that this car has potential. I have the extended warranty up to 120000 miles, so I'll be keeping this car for a while. I might as well make the most of it and visit the dealer frequently. Who knows, they might even lemon law me out of it. As for why Britney Spears? Well, it may look good from the outside, but it's not something you'd want to take home.
Bernardo Runolfsson 2024-01-25
Looking for a car that had some space, I found that the trunk was small and the front seats were comfy but felt a bit confined. However, the ride was nice and I ultimately decided to purchase an Impala, which has a huge trunk and more cabin space. I noticed in your review that the breakdown in each category only registered as either 'great' or 'poor', with no option for 'okay'. It's important to accurately reflect the customer's viewpoint, so please consider updating the survey to include this option. Thank you!