The Lemon IndexAll cars · Nissan Maxima · 2007
2007 Nissan Maxima. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 1
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 19 / 25 / 21 | Premium | $3,700 |
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 54,800 and 120,000 miles. Median 85,000, from 104 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Body structure | 92,600 | 73,600–123,500 | 28 |
| Airbags | 98,200 | 85,000–101,500 | 11 |
| Engine | 84,500 | 60,000–114,000 | 15 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 90,800 | 63,800–123,000 | 16 |
| Brakes | 53,400 | 32,300–55,700 | 12 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Engine | 25% |
| Steering | 20% |
| Tires | 15% |
| Brakes | 15% |
| Suspension | 15% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 129 | 4 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
06V402000 Oct 2006 Steering / Column Locking / Anti-Theft Device
Defect. CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN 'INTELLIGENT KEY' FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 114, "THEFT PROTECTION." DURING AN INSPECTION OF SOME VEHICLES AT THE ASSEMBLY PLANT, IT WAS FOUND THAT THE STEERING WHEEL WAS LOCKED WITH THE IGNITION KNOB IN THE "OFF" POSITION BUT THE VEHICLE TRANSMISSION NOT BEING IN THE "PARK" POSITION.
Risk. IF THE KEY IS TURNED TO THE "OFF" POSITION WITHOUT THE TRANSMISSION BEING IN THE "PARK" POSITION, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT THE STEERING WHEEL CAN LOCK WHEN TURNED TO THE RIGHT.
Remedy. DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE STEERING WHEEL LOCK ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 18, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
NHTSA investigations
| Status | Subject | Opened | Closed |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | Transmission hose leak | 2008 | 2008 |
Manufacturer communications 80
Nissan filed 80 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- Buzzing/whining noise from timing chain area
- Altima, maxima, quest; power steering hose service part change
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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