2003 Nissan Maxima Air bags Problems
- Complaints
- 35about this part
- Share
- 17%of 206 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 94,300miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 35 complaints about the air bags of the 2003 Nissan Maxima, 17% of the 206 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 94,300 miles. 12 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers. 2 recall campaigns on record are filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Takata recall: no one seems to know my vehicle was recalled except Nissan and car fax. Luckily I downloaded the car fax app and saw the recall. How is it that car fax knows about the recall for my VIN# but NHTSA doesn't know? And I wanst offered a rental out loaner car.”
NHTSA complaint #11047258, filed 2017-11, 322,000 miles“To whom it may concern re: air bag light on . Took my car to Nissan dealer. Was told I needed dtcb1070 assist a/b module. Had r1407 pth max pass ab ntb13-062 replaced on sept 14 2014 why do I need this unit now.I want to know if I can drive my car with the light on. Is my safety compromise d,if so what are you going to do about it . Was!nt that part of the recall.I should not have pay for a recalled part. I would like this unit replaced by the Nissan corp. Thank you”
NHTSA complaint #10838325, filed 2016-01, 69,320 miles“This is reference to two situation concerning Nissan recalls. In 2014 I took my car to sansone Nissan dealer on rt 1, nj to take care of the airbag recall issue NHTSA ref#15v287000. My airbag light was not on when I took it to the dealer, after I came home a week later the airbag light came on. I don't think the dealer took care of the recall issue, if they did my airbag light would not be on. I would like Nissan to give authorization to the dealer to correct this problem. …”
NHTSA complaint #10825049, filed 2016-02, 86,600 miles“Nhtsa recall 14-v-361 I made 3 good faith efforts to make an appointment with victoria Nissan motors, 578-5000 but the service manager indicates he will call me and make that appointment. He never returns the call to make the appointment.”
NHTSA complaint #10704055, filed 2015-04, 153,000 miles“Airbag burn/ injury ' my car hydroplaned and crashed against center divider on freeway during rainy weather. The driver-side airbag deployed upon crash and caused a bruise and 2nd degree burn to my left arm (inner forearm). The bruise injury was from the impact of the airbag deployment. Additionally, the Nissan logo (decal) on the steering wheel impacted my arm and caused a 2nd degree burn - this burn has now left a permanent scar in the shape of the Nissan logo on my left arm. …”
NHTSA complaint #10315043, filed 2010-03, 85,000 milesRelated recalls
- 20V008000Jan 9, 2020Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2007-2011 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback…Covers: Nissan Maxima 2001–2003, Infiniti FX35 2003–2008, FX45 2003–2008 +8 more
- 15V287000May 15, 2015Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2001-2003 Nissan Maxima, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4…Covers: Nissan Maxima 2001–2003, Sentra 2002–2006, Pathfinder 2002–2004 +5 more
Related service bulletins
- 10152994Jan 29, 2019Subject: Takata Completion Objectives for Q4 Nissan is continuing to ask its dealers to urgently help increase customer participation in the Takata recalls and to help it achieve…
- 10152508Nov 30, 2018Dealer Engagement for Takata Awareness Nissan is committed to the safety and security of its customers and their passengers. As you are likely aware, Nissan has initiated…
- 10192513Jan 16, 2015SERVICE INFORMATION Changes or modifications to the front seat assembly trim materials may affect the proper operation of the Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bags…
- 10192305Jan 27, 2014SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM)…
- 10025522Jan 27, 2014Nissan: srs precautions during service;improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the srs, can lead to a serious injury or death caused by…
Air bags: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 2 | 9% |
| 2018 | 1 | 3% |
| 2017 | 18 | 17% |
| 2016 | 14 | 10% |
| 2014 | 24 | 25% |
| 2013 | 16 | 26% |
| 2012 | 27 | 25% |
| 2011 | 23 | 22% |
| 2010 | 15 | 5% |
| 2009 | 43 | 13% |
| 2008 | 23 | 29% |
| 2007 | 18 | 14% |
| 2006 | 13 | 2% |
| 2005 | 9 | 1% |
| 2004 | 13 | 1% |
| 2003 | 35 | 17% |
| 2002 | 29 | 14% |
| 2001 | 29 | 17% |
| 2000 | 23 | 6% |
| 1999 | 18 | 11% |
| 1998 | 24 | 21% |
| 1997 | 10 | 10% |
| 1996 | 16 | 17% |
| 1995 | 25 | 16% |
| 1994 | 6 | 7% |
| 1993 | 12 | 15% |
| 1992 | 11 | 10% |
| 1991 | 1 | 1% |
| 1990 | 1 | 1% |
Other parts of the 2003 Nissan Maxima
54 complaintsEngine
43 complaintsExterior lighting
26 complaintsElectrical system
17 complaintsOther or unknown
10 complaintsVehicle speed control
8 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsFuel system
7 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
7 complaintsBody and structure
6 complaintsEquipment
5 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2003 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