The Lemon IndexAll cars · Nissan Maxima · 2021
2021 Nissan Maxima. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Lemon Index–100 = average car
Complaints3NHTSA, first 3 years
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Electrical | 33% |
| Body structure | 33% |
| Engine | 33% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Maxima 4 DR FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ |
Engines and drivetrains 1
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto (AV-S7) | FWD | 20 / 30 / 24 | Premium | $3,200 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
YouTube repair topics
200 videos about the 2016–2023 Nissan Maxima, 31.8M views.
| Topic | Videos | Views |
|---|---|---|
| Heat, A/C & blend door | 3 | 222K |
| Infotainment, battery & electrical | 3 | 155K |
| Intake, EGR & engine sensors | 2 | 77K |
| Spark plugs & ignition coils | 1 | 71K |
| Oil changes & service | 1 | 31K |
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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