2010 Nissan Maxima Electronic stability control Problems
- Complaints
- 4about this part
- Share
- 1%of 275 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 82,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 4 complaints about the electronic stability control of the 2010 Nissan Maxima, 1% of the 275 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 82,000 miles.
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.
“The electronic steering wheel lock on the vehicle has malfunctioned and will not allow the steering wheel to lock. This ultimately prevents the car from starting do to the push to start feature. Nissan released a warranty extension for the 2009 model Maxima which is identical to 2010 model that I have, but the replacement part for my vehicle is not covered under the warranty.please investigate this issue because there are almost 100 similar complaints listed on NHTSA website.”
NHTSA complaint #10659168, filed 2014-11, 82,000 miles“The car has electronic steering and is a safety hazard in my opinion. The car will drift to the right on its own and when you steer it back to prevent running off the pavement the car veers to your left and would run off the road to your left if you do not correct it. On a straight stretch of road holding the steering wheel straight the car will dart to the left and then to the right without moving the steering wheel. …”
NHTSA complaint #10311531, filed 2010-02, 250 miles“Nissan has on its site that the newer model Nissan Maxima after 2009 does not have the escl malfunction (electric steering column lock) but I just experienced it two weeks ago after dropping off my daughter to school. Luckily I was in my driveway when it occurred. When the car goes into that state, the entire car is on lock down it will not move. It can happen to you anywhere and you can be stranded.Nissan knows it's a malfunction and they are refusing to make it a recall, plus they promised that it would not happen to the newer models after 2009 but it happened to me on 11/1/16. …”
NHTSA complaint #10925761, filed 2016-11“The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal sound coming from the front wheels. The stabili-trak and ABS warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the tire pressure warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer where it was diagnosed with a failed passenger’s side CV axle, cracked struts on the front driver's side and front passenger's side. In addition, the axle on the front driver's side would need to be replaced soon. The vehicle was not repaired. …”
NHTSA complaint #11570830, filed 2024-02, 260,000 milesElectronic stability control: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 2 | 6% |
| 2017 | 3 | 3% |
| 2016 | 5 | 4% |
| 2014 | 2 | 2% |
| 2013 | 1 | 2% |
| 2011 | 4 | 4% |
| 2010 | 4 | 1% |
| 2009 | 2 | 1% |
| 2007 | 3 | 2% |
| 2006 | 17 | 3% |
| 2005 | 6 | 1% |
| 2004 | 6 | 0% |
| 2003 | 3 | 1% |
| 2002 | 3 | 1% |
| 2001 | 1 | 1% |
| 2000 | 1 | 0% |
Other parts of the 2010 Nissan Maxima
158 complaintsElectrical system
79 complaintsSuspension
29 complaintsOther or unknown
24 complaintsEngine
20 complaintsAir bags
15 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
15 complaintsBody and structure
11 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
8 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsSeats
6 complaintsBrakes
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2010 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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