2016 NISSAN MAXIMA Safety Overview
The 2016 NISSAN MAXIMA has been closely monitored for safety issues.
Official NHTSA Recalls
The NHTSA has issued 8 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:
- Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- Air bags:sensor:occupant classification
- Service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper
Severe Defect Warnings
Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as a brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Consumer Complaints
To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.
Why It Matters
Staying informed about these safety records is critical for NISSAN MAXIMA owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.
Latest Vehicle Recalls
Nissan North America, Inc.
A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 19V807000: A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Nissan North America, Inc.
A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 18V601000: A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Nissan North America, Inc.
If the front passenger seat occupant is misclassified, the air bag may deploy incorrectly in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 16V911000: If the front passenger seat occupant is misclassified, the air bag may... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Nissan North America, Inc.
A brake fluid leak onto the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
NHTSA Recall 16V636000: A brake fluid leak onto the circuit board may result in an electrical... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Nissan North America, Inc.
If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.
NHTSA Recall 16V244000: If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Nissan North America, Inc.
Insufficient brake fluid pressure may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 16V193000: Insufficient brake fluid pressure may lengthen the distance needed to stop... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Nissan North America, Inc.
If the bolts were not properly tightened, the caliper may detach and reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 15V733000: If the bolts were not properly tightened, the caliper may detach and reduce... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Nissan North America, Inc.
If fuel leaks from between the fuel sending unit and the tank, it may increase the risk of a fire in the event of a crash.
NHTSA Recall 15V486000: If fuel leaks from between the fuel sending unit and the tank, it may... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.
Recent Complaints
No complaints reported.