2021 NISSAN MAXIMA Problems
Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2021 Nissan Maxima. This model year has 3 NHTSA complaints — top issue: Engine Problems.
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Worst 2021 Nissan Maxima Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Engine Problems
Structural Problems
Uncategorized Issues
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2021 Nissan Maxima. A single complaint may appear in multiple categories.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Uncategorized Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 1 | — | — | — |
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Complaint counts may exceed total complaints because one report can span multiple categories.
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Read what owners actually reported to NHTSA for the 2021 Nissan Maxima. Type a keyword (e.g. “transmission”, “stalling”, “brakes”) to filter.
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The contact owns a 2021 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while his son was driving at 20 MPH, the vehicle began to jerk and was shaking. The vehicle felt as though the brake pedal was being depressed. The oil light was flashing. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, wh…
Going down a road in Tennessee on my way to my sons house in Fort Campbell. No cars on the road anywhere 545 in the morning and the sun roof explodes out of no where. Parts have been ordered and the car is in my possession till the parts come in so no forms to upload as of yet.
VEHICLE PURCHASED NEW WITH 4 MILES THEN AFTER 100MILES, THE CD CHANGER DOES NOT WORK AND THERE IS A DELAY IN THE ELECTRONIC COOLANT TEMPERATURE GAUGE. THE ANLOG TEMP GAUGE IS WORKING BUT THE ELECTRONIC GAUGE DOES NOT COME ON TILL 20-30MINS OF DRIVING.
Source: NHTSA Complaints Database. Real owner reports for the 2021 Nissan Maxima.
Recalls for 2021 Nissan Maxima
0 campaignsNHTSA recall campaigns for the 2021 Nissan Maxima. Recalls are free to fix at any authorized dealer. Run a VIN check below to see if your specific vehicle has open recalls.
No recall campaigns found for this model year in the current data. Check nhtsa.gov/recalls directly for the latest information.
2021 Nissan Maxima — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2021 Nissan Maxima reliable?▾
Good Record. The 2021 Nissan Maxima has 3 NHTSA owner complaints, 0 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most reported issue is Engine Problems (1 complaints). Source: NHTSA via VinSpector AI.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Nissan Maxima?▾
#1: Engine Problems (1 complaints). #2: Structural Problems (1 complaints). #3: Uncategorized Issues (1 complaints)
At what mileage do problems start on the 2021 Nissan Maxima?▾
Mileage data is not available or insufficient for this model year.
How safe is the 2021 Nissan Maxima?▾
The 2021 Nissan Maxima has 0 crash-related complaints and 0 fire reports out of 3 total NHTSA complaints. For NCAP lab crash test star ratings, visit nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Does the 2021 Nissan Maxima have any recalls?▾
No NHTSA recall campaigns were found for the 2021 Nissan Maxima in the current data. Always verify with a VIN check as recalls can be added at any time.
Should I buy a 2021 Nissan Maxima?▾
The 2021 Nissan Maxima has a relatively low complaint rate. Pay particular attention to Engine Problems issues. Always run a VIN check on the specific car you're considering to check for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinSpector AI.
Wider context: See the full Nissan Maxima reliability report with year-by-year comparison.
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