1994 Nissan Maxima Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors) Problems
- Complaints
- 18about this part
- Share
- 20%of 89 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 51,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 18 complaints about the visibility of the 1994 Nissan Maxima, 20% of the 89 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 51,000 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Dt: for the past year smelled gas. Been took to dealer for this problem several times. Done repairs to hoses,exhaust, etc. Later discovered this was an issue with the fuel injection. System. When air conditioner was on high the smell was evident. Also, this was present in the morning when the car was started for the first 5 minutes. Took to service dealer, and found no leaks, but did perform smoke test and numerous inspections, but was unable to locate this problem. Also, is was present when is defrost was turned on. …”
NHTSA complaint #10122494, filed 2005-05, 90,000 miles“While driving 60 MPH, the sunroof exploded. The dealership mechanic repaired the problem once, but the problem recurred. Please provide any additional information.”
NHTSA complaint #10074305, filed 2004-05, 12,000 miles“Plastic parts on window regular failed causing window to fall inside door, car has a strong fuel smell when ideling especially in cooler months,bumped console gear shift while driving and pushed car out of gear (2), car sometimes hesitates when put in gear or lunges when put in gear, truck latch catches and must be manually reset to work.”
NHTSA complaint #724362, filed 2000-06“Three of four original equipment window regulators have failed in the car. The dealer indicated that it was a known problem with the model year. The dealer indicated that the high pressure fuel line was not a very good design as well. They indicated that the heat from the motor caused the rubber to break down, and that's why strong fuel odors could be detected when using the defrost on cold mornings.”
NHTSA complaint #734669, filed 2000-10“The electric window regulator for that year model is prone to failure according to the dealer, it should be replaced free and not cost $190 to replace since it is a hazard if the window can't be closed during severe weather.”
NHTSA complaint #703957, filed 1999-03Related service bulletins
- 10232658Feb 27, 2023REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232656Feb 27, 2023WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors): other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 1 | 5% |
| 2019 | 2 | 11% |
| 2018 | 2 | 6% |
| 2017 | 4 | 4% |
| 2016 | 6 | 4% |
| 2014 | 4 | 4% |
| 2013 | 1 | 2% |
| 2012 | 4 | 4% |
| 2011 | 7 | 7% |
| 2010 | 8 | 3% |
| 2009 | 11 | 3% |
| 2007 | 2 | 2% |
| 2006 | 3 | 1% |
| 2005 | 3 | 0% |
| 2004 | 30 | 2% |
| 2003 | 4 | 2% |
| 2002 | 9 | 4% |
| 2001 | 3 | 2% |
| 2000 | 5 | 1% |
| 1999 | 1 | 1% |
| 1998 | 6 | 5% |
| 1997 | 2 | 2% |
| 1996 | 4 | 4% |
| 1995 | 9 | 6% |
| 1994 | 18 | 20% |
| 1993 | 12 | 15% |
| 1992 | 14 | 13% |
| 1991 | 8 | 11% |
| 1990 | 20 | 19% |
| 1989 | 6 | 10% |
| 1988 | 2 | 3% |
| 1987 | 6 | 3% |
| 1985 | 1 | 2% |
| 1984 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 1994 Nissan Maxima
21 complaintsEngine cooling
18 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
9 complaintsAir bags
6 complaintsEquipment
6 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsBrakes
5 complaintsSeat belts
5 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaintsOther or unknown
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1994 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.
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