The Lemon IndexAll cars · Nissan Maxima · 2004
2004 Nissan Maxima. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 3
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto 4-spd | FWD | 18 / 25 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | FWD | 18 / 27 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto (S5) | FWD | 18 / 26 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 56,100 and 100,000 miles. Median 80,000, from 1,186 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Transmission & drivetrain | 84,000 | 67,000–101,000 | 828 |
| Tires | 29,700 | 20,000–44,000 | 83 |
| Suspension | 13,000 | 2,200–46,200 | 77 |
| Engine | 68,800 | 50,200–93,800 | 56 |
| Brakes | 61,500 | 29,400–81,000 | 46 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Tires | 42% |
| Suspension | 24% |
| Visibility | 8% |
| Brakes | 8% |
| Steering | 7% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1,426 | 33 | 16 | 22 | 1 | 2 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 2
05V512000 Nov 2005 Seats / Front Assembly / Power Adjust
Defect. ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE DRIVER PREFERRED PACKAGE, THE WIRE HARNESS FROM THE DRIVER'S SEAT POWER LUMBAR SUPPORT SWITCH MAY BE ROUTED INCORRECTLY AND COULD BE PINCHED UNDER THE DRIVER SEAT.
Risk. A PINCHED HARNESS, IN COMBINATION WITH DRIVING VIBRATION, MAY RESULT IN A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE HARNESS THAT COULD LEAD TO A FIRE IN THE SEAT.
Remedy. DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIRE HARNESS AND ROUTE IT CORRECTLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 16, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
04V326000 Jul 2004 Visibility / Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
Defect. ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SKYVIEW ROOFS, THE GLASS FOR THE ROOF MAY NOT HAVE BEEN QUENCHED PROPERLY AFTER THE FORMING PROCESS, RESULTING IN TEMPER IMBALANCE.
Risk. THIS COULD CREATE EXCESSIVE INTERNAL STRESS IN THE GLASS AND EVENTUALLY CAUSE THE GLASS TO SHATTER, CREATING A RISK OF INJURY.
Remedy. DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE GLASS IN THE SKYVIEW ROOF. THE RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 7, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Glass roof shattering | 2004 | 2004 |
Manufacturer communications 114
Nissan filed 114 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin provides information to identify: - A leaking strut or a…
- STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended
- Gurgling noise from heater core
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Optional | No | No |
Nearby model years
Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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