2009 Nissan Maxima Suspension Problems
- Complaints
- 36about this part
- Share
- 11%of 339 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 80,100miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 36 complaints about the suspension of the 2009 Nissan Maxima, 11% of the 339 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 80,100 miles. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“When looking up my make model and year of car, your site seems to indicate a suspension/strut insulator cracking problem, however, when I contacted the Nissan dealership, they say for my VIN # there is only one recall and it is for a steering column problem . I just want to know all the facts before I take it in for repairs this thursday, march 29, 2018.”
NHTSA complaint #11081367, filed 2018-03, 184,000 miles“Inti steering lock wouldnt allow me to turn engine off after parking in my driveway then not starting after I had to disconnect battery cable to stop engine which I am finding out to be widespread problem with this year model & others also have been informed of recall issue with both front struts same year & models”
NHTSA complaint #11245961, filed 2019-08, 174,000 miles“Our vehicle began making loud squeaking/rattling sounds under our hood on the front passenger side. We noticed the sounds were getting louder, so my husband decided to take our vehicle into a Nissan dealership for observation on december 24, 2013. While at the dealership, he was told very quickly that the sounds we had been hearing were the result of the cracking of our suspension/strut insulator. …”
NHTSA complaint #10558253, filed 2014-01, 111,000 miles“Steering wheel lock - ignition lock assembly failure. I purchased my 2009 Nissan ma xima in nov 2012 and my car has been running pretty good until the dreaded day when I was stranded because my car would not start. I had my car towed and I was told that thevsteeringbwheel lock assembly needed to be replaced $1189.00. I don't know about you, but im not made out of money. After a little research I discovered that this problem has been happening since 09. This is outrageous and Nissan should have owned up and fixed this problem along time ago. …”
NHTSA complaint #10820586, filed 2016-01, 114,000 miles“Weak front springs in suspension! Known defect...Nissan should address this! The Nissan Maxima has plenty of weight up front (transmission and engine). My 2009 Maxima s had the large front coil spring of the suspension snap in half without warning while turning a corner. I was turning and braking lightly when it snapped in two. Scary!! The Nissan dealership where I had the Maxima serviced admitted that this is a common problem... We replace a front spring on a '09-10' Maxima at least every month, often for a surprised customer. …”
NHTSA complaint #10680855, filed 2015-02, 60,000 milesRelated recalls
- 09V358000Sep 16, 2009Nissan is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 altima and maxima passenger cars. The upper front strut insulators may have been manufactured out of…Covers: Nissan Maxima 2009–2010, Altima 2009–2010
Related service bulletins
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- 10188377Feb 12, 2021STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10192216Jul 23, 2013SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item…
- 10192193Jun 7, 2013IF YOU CONFIRM: The front passenger seatback has a greater than normal vibration at highway speeds AND There are no other shake or vibrations with the vehicle. ACTION: Use the…
- 10192145Mar 19, 2013SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin provides information to identify: - A leaking strut or a shock absorber that qualifies for replacement under warranty. - A strut or shock…
- 10040510Aug 24, 2011Nissan: axle bolt and torque information.
- 10032964Mar 22, 2011Nissan: the mil is on with one or more of the following dtcs stored: p0442/p0448/p0455/p0456 and evap vent control valve is stuck open or will not seal when operated/closed…
- 10028566Apr 23, 2009Nissan: the left hand rear suspension knuckle may not be manufactured to specification, which may result in noise or vibration under certain circumstances. (sedans, coupes, and…
Suspension: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 1 | 3% |
| 2017 | 7 | 7% |
| 2016 | 4 | 3% |
| 2014 | 6 | 6% |
| 2012 | 1 | 1% |
| 2011 | 3 | 3% |
| 2010 | 29 | 11% |
| 2009 | 36 | 11% |
| 2008 | 4 | 5% |
| 2007 | 3 | 2% |
| 2006 | 19 | 3% |
| 2005 | 13 | 1% |
| 2004 | 102 | 7% |
| 2003 | 3 | 1% |
| 2002 | 13 | 6% |
| 2001 | 24 | 14% |
| 2000 | 17 | 5% |
| 1999 | 6 | 4% |
| 1998 | 6 | 5% |
| 1997 | 7 | 7% |
| 1996 | 8 | 8% |
| 1995 | 9 | 6% |
| 1994 | 3 | 3% |
| 1993 | 1 | 1% |
| 1992 | 4 | 4% |
| 1991 | 2 | 3% |
| 1989 | 1 | 2% |
| 1988 | 1 | 2% |
| 1986 | 2 | 3% |
| 1984 | 1 | 3% |
| 1983 | 1 | 20% |
Other parts of the 2009 Nissan Maxima
168 complaintsElectrical system
79 complaintsAir bags
43 complaintsOther or unknown
33 complaintsEngine
18 complaintsSeats
15 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
11 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
11 complaintsBody and structure
8 complaintsBrakes
7 complaintsWheels
6 complaintsEngine cooling
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2009 Nissan Maxima
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 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