2005 Nissan Maxima Recalls

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2005 Nissan Maxima. A recall applies only to vehicles built within the affected range, so check your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for recalls are free at a franchised dealer.

• 05V512000Nov 7, 2005102,551 vehicles potentially affected
  Seats › Front assembly › Power adjust
  Covers: Nissan Maxima 2004–2006

  Reported issue: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with the driver preferred package, the wire harness from the driver's seat power lumbar support switch may be routed incorrectly and could be pinched under the driver seat.

  Possible consequence: A pinched harness, in combination with driving vibration, may result in a short circuit in the harness that could lead to a fire in the seat.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the wire harness and route it correctly. The recall began on january 16, 2006. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

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• 05V338000Jul 26, 200590,016 vehicles potentially affected
  Child seat › Latch strap
  Covers: Nissan Maxima 2005, Infiniti FX35 2005, FX45 2005

  Reported issue: Certain vehicles fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." the lower anchorage brackets in the rear seats do not meet the location requirement in this standard. This may cause difficulty in attaching some child seats to these brackets.

  Possible consequence: If a child seat is not properly secured, there is an increased risk of injury to the seat occupant in the event of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will replace the lower anchorage brackets with modified brackets to ensure that the standard is met. The recall began on august 28, 2006. The infiniti q45 model vehicles are being campaigned under a separate recall (please see 05v374000). Owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or infiniti at…

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