2017 Nissan Maxima Body and structure Problems
- Complaints
- 17about this part
- Share
- 16%of 106 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 41,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 17 complaints about the body and structure of the 2017 Nissan Maxima, 16% of the 106 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 41,000 miles. 1 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“A vehicle pulled out into oncoming traffic and was struck my vehicle. My vehicle sustained front-end damage that totalled my car out. My airbags failed to deploy.”
NHTSA complaint #11389638, filed 2021-01, 60,000 miles“My daughter parked my car outside at approx. 10:30 p.m. At 2:05 a.m, it ignited and exploded. My state farm investigator said it ignited due to ABS actuator leaking brake fluid onto the circuit board. I called Nissan because there was a recall for this but they claim my car was not included in the recall. I had recently purchased the vehicle and only had it like 20 days. Car was totaled! Consumer stated former licensed construction contractor, and a certified fire investigator specializing in fire origin and cause investigation, and consultation. …”
NHTSA complaint #11207555, filed 2019-05, 28,500 miles“The left and right rear fender moulding is falling off of my vehicle. This is a trim piece that connects the rear fender and the roof. This piece is about 26 long. The plastic clips that hold it on are failing and the left piece has fallen off while driving, and the right piece is loose and failing. This is a hazard and many other owners have had the same experience.”
NHTSA complaint #11365741, filed 2020-10, 41,000 miles“The left side mirror on the driver side is blocking the view of the road and people crossing the hike making left turn. I was at a signal and waiting for yield to turn left and at the turning the driver side mirror objected the view and completely missed a walker crossing the road until she was almost head on..diagonal left views from driver side are blocked”
NHTSA complaint #11111126, filed 2018-07, 7,500 miles“What happened today was the sunroof exploded while driving down the interstate. Loud gunshot sound! Lucky the viser was closed when it happened! I have an appointment next week due to dealership backed up but they said I can come by to get it patched until my appointment day. No Warning lights, messages, or anything happened before the incident occurred. Just glad no one was hurt and it didn’t cause me to have accident.”
NHTSA complaint #11569305, filed 2024-02Related service bulletins
- 11031705Apr 13, 2026CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label”…
- 11031704Apr 13, 2026CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label”…
- 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.
- 10199151Jun 22, 2021MOONROOF ADJUSTMENT AND REPAIRS This bulletin has been amended. See Amendment History on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10185439Dec 3, 2020REAR PILLAR MOLDING REPLACEMENT This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10184018Nov 17, 2020MOONROOF RATTLE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10167399Oct 11, 2019REAR PILLAR MOLDING REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION If the rear pillar molding needs to be replaced for any reason, refer to the SERVICE PROCEDURE starting on the next page.
- 10154722Feb 19, 2019ALTIMA AND MAXIMA; NOISE FROM TRUNK AREA This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10139406Apr 12, 2018ALTIMA AND MAXIMA; NOISE FROM TRUNK AREA IF YOU CONFIRM A ticking, tapping, or popping type noise is coming from the area of the right rear parcel shelf or right rear passenger…
Body and structure: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 1 | 20% |
| 2020 | 4 | 18% |
| 2019 | 2 | 11% |
| 2018 | 2 | 6% |
| 2017 | 17 | 16% |
| 2016 | 8 | 6% |
| 2014 | 3 | 3% |
| 2013 | 2 | 3% |
| 2012 | 6 | 6% |
| 2011 | 9 | 8% |
| 2010 | 11 | 4% |
| 2009 | 8 | 2% |
| 2008 | 21 | 27% |
| 2007 | 33 | 26% |
| 2006 | 20 | 3% |
| 2005 | 25 | 3% |
| 2004 | 56 | 4% |
| 2003 | 6 | 3% |
| 2002 | 11 | 5% |
| 2001 | 9 | 5% |
| 2000 | 22 | 6% |
| 1999 | 4 | 2% |
| 1998 | 8 | 7% |
| 1997 | 7 | 7% |
| 1996 | 4 | 4% |
| 1995 | 15 | 10% |
| 1994 | 6 | 7% |
| 1993 | 4 | 5% |
| 1992 | 3 | 3% |
| 1991 | 2 | 3% |
| 1990 | 3 | 3% |
| 1989 | 3 | 5% |
| 1988 | 1 | 2% |
| 1987 | 1 | 1% |
| 1986 | 1 | 2% |
| 1984 | 1 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2017 Nissan Maxima
28 complaintsAir bags
18 complaintsElectrical system
11 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
11 complaintsBrakes
10 complaintsForward collision avoidance
10 complaintsEngine
8 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsWheels
6 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsVehicle speed control
4 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2017 Nissan Maxima
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 27, 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