1993 Nissan Maxima Electrical system Problems
- Complaints
- 11about this part
- Share
- 14%of 78 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 89,886miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 11 complaints about the electrical system of the 1993 Nissan Maxima, 14% of the 78 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 89,886 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers.
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.
“My car was losing power. Car would not start and my radio hasn't worked for the last year. I have had to replace my alternator in my Nissan Maxima for the third time in approximately 6 years. When I purchased the last alternator on 11/02/05 from advance auto parts. I received a printout that there have been several factory service bulletins produced by Nissan to correct charging system problems on maximas. I've called Nissan and they have told me that there is no type of recall on this problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10142219, filed 2005-11, 77,450 miles“Fuel system:fuel injector failure. Fuel injectors have failed several times in the recent past. Was advised by Nissan factory trained mechanic at Nissan dealership that the problem is in the wiring harness and that Nissan knows about this particular problem and has issued a secret advisory to their service personnel about this possibly being a fire hazard, but have not seen any public information concerning this problem. This problem developed after I took the vehicle to the dealership for a stalling problem that was finally decided to be the ECM module. …”
NHTSA complaint #10161853, filed 2006-07, 102,321 miles“My vehicle contains most of the technical service bulletins and a couple of the recalls. My main concern/question is why won't Nissan cover the expenses for the repair of the front end noise (one of the TSB's #ntb93189) which will lead to further damage of the vehicle??? No safety defect listed in the summary.”
NHTSA complaint #719099, filed 2000-02“Every window regulator in my Nissan Maxima has been replaced once and I have had one fail twice. Several of my friends have a Maxima and we have all had the same problem. I was told by a parts person at the dealership that the number one selling part is spark plugs and the number two selling part is window regulators. I have spent almost $1000 on window regulators and I know that Nissan knows there is a problem, but they will not do anything about it. I am hoping that you can help me get some of my money back and help others. …”
NHTSA complaint #731432, filed 2000-09“For the first problem electrical under the dash. I having a problem with the fuse box and fuse relating to the shift lock which also controls the break light. There is a major short in which sparks do flash and the metal part of the fuse is melted. I have be warned by officer that my lights where not working. This is due to the electrical problem under the dash. I have nearly been in 8 wrecks due to the problem. I do know upon reading that maximas have problem electrically under the dash and some other Nissan that my friends have owned. Pertaining to the second issue. …”
NHTSA complaint #729504, filed 2000-08Related service bulletins
- 10239062Jun 16, 2023SILICONE-BASED LUBRICANT OR GREASE CAN DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SERVICE INFORMATION Do not apply Silicone-based lubricants or grease to, or around, any interior electrical…
- 10239060Jun 16, 202312 VOLT BATTERY TESTING FOR IN-SERVICE VEHICLES SERVICE INFORMATION The following Service Information lists NNA procedural recommendations for establishing good connections while…
- 10235707Apr 27, 2023VEHICLE 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…
- 10235710Apr 17, 2023INTELLIGENT 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.
- 10030165Apr 6, 2009Nissan: 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…
Electrical system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 | 9% |
| 2019 | 2 | 11% |
| 2018 | 5 | 14% |
| 2017 | 11 | 10% |
| 2016 | 31 | 22% |
| 2014 | 8 | 8% |
| 2013 | 2 | 3% |
| 2012 | 20 | 19% |
| 2011 | 12 | 11% |
| 2010 | 79 | 29% |
| 2009 | 79 | 23% |
| 2008 | 6 | 8% |
| 2007 | 5 | 4% |
| 2006 | 26 | 5% |
| 2005 | 38 | 4% |
| 2004 | 56 | 4% |
| 2003 | 17 | 8% |
| 2002 | 22 | 11% |
| 2001 | 27 | 16% |
| 2000 | 171 | 48% |
| 1999 | 83 | 50% |
| 1998 | 24 | 21% |
| 1997 | 39 | 38% |
| 1996 | 8 | 8% |
| 1995 | 19 | 13% |
| 1994 | 4 | 4% |
| 1993 | 11 | 14% |
| 1992 | 6 | 5% |
| 1991 | 8 | 11% |
| 1990 | 6 | 6% |
| 1989 | 8 | 13% |
| 1988 | 6 | 10% |
| 1987 | 22 | 13% |
| 1986 | 10 | 17% |
| 1985 | 7 | 13% |
| 1984 | 2 | 7% |
Other parts of the 1993 Nissan Maxima
12 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
12 complaintsBrakes
11 complaintsEngine cooling
10 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsBody and structure
4 complaintsTires
4 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsEquipment
2 complaintsSteering
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1993 Nissan Maxima
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 29, 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