1991 Nissan Maxima Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 12about this part
- Share
- 16%of 76 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 186,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 12 complaints about the fuel system of the 1991 Nissan Maxima, 16% of the 76 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 186,000 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Power steering hose split...replaced part...currently experiencing very loud noise and burnt smell coming from power steering pump...when fluid in pump is replaced, the color of the fluid becomes black in no time; also experiencing strong gas fumes inside car esp. …”
NHTSA complaint #10078923, filed 2004-06, 134,097 miles“The contact owns 1991 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a local mechanic shop for concerns with the fuel lines. The mechanic advised that there was rust and corrosion of the tank, which would need replacing along with the pipe filler. The dealer was contacted and stated that her VIN was not included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number: 95v244000, (fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: filler pipe and cap). The manufacturer was contacted and confirmed that the vehicle was not under recall and offered no further assistance. …”
NHTSA complaint #10410653, filed 2011-07, 186,000 miles“Dealer performed recall campaign no. 95v244000. A few years later the gas filler tube is still leaking gas. I took the vehicle back to the dealer and they said they could not fix it because they do not warranty prior recall work. Can the dealer refuse to fix it a second time ? Shouldn't they fix it to prevent the problem from occurring again. Thank you .”
NHTSA complaint #10219010, filed 2008-02“Whenever driving vehicle would be rough. Vehicle would start to shake & make noises. Took vehicle to dealership & was informed by the mechanic #2, #3 & #5 fuel injectors had gone bad & needed replacing.”
NHTSA complaint #855011, filed 2000-01“The contact owns a 1991 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that the straps connected to the fuel tank fractured because of corrosion and the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The mechanic discovered that the filler cap assembly was corroded and that the muffler could not be replaced because of the fuel leak caused by the corrosion from the tank assembly. The mechanic referenced NHTSA campaign number: 95v244000 (fuel system), but the contact was told by the manufacturer that the recall was expired and the vehicle was not included. In addition, the odometer was inoperable. …”
NHTSA complaint #10395196, filed 2011-04Related recalls
- 95V244000Dec 15, 1995It is possible for a mixture of mud and salt to get trapped between the fuel filler tube and wheel housing. The trapped mud and salt can result in corrosion…Covers: Nissan Maxima 1989–1994, Stanza 1990–1992
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 5% |
| 2017 | 3 | 3% |
| 2016 | 10 | 7% |
| 2014 | 5 | 5% |
| 2013 | 1 | 2% |
| 2012 | 1 | 1% |
| 2011 | 1 | 1% |
| 2010 | 2 | 1% |
| 2009 | 2 | 1% |
| 2008 | 3 | 4% |
| 2007 | 6 | 5% |
| 2006 | 6 | 1% |
| 2005 | 8 | 1% |
| 2004 | 8 | 1% |
| 2003 | 7 | 3% |
| 2002 | 8 | 4% |
| 2001 | 10 | 6% |
| 2000 | 9 | 3% |
| 1999 | 4 | 2% |
| 1998 | 5 | 4% |
| 1997 | 4 | 4% |
| 1996 | 3 | 3% |
| 1995 | 7 | 5% |
| 1994 | 21 | 24% |
| 1993 | 9 | 12% |
| 1992 | 26 | 24% |
| 1991 | 12 | 16% |
| 1990 | 36 | 34% |
| 1989 | 21 | 34% |
| 1988 | 28 | 47% |
| 1987 | 101 | 57% |
| 1986 | 36 | 60% |
| 1985 | 33 | 61% |
| 1984 | 24 | 80% |
| 1983 | 4 | 80% |
Other parts of the 1991 Nissan Maxima
14 complaintsSeats
9 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
9 complaintsElectrical system
8 complaintsEngine cooling
8 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsLatches, locks and linkages
2 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1991 Nissan Maxima
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology