2007 Nissan Maxima Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2007 Nissan Maxima.

20062008
Complaints
169
per 10K Sold
32.1
US Sales
52,574
Crashes
5
Fires
1
Injuries
4
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0

Worst 2007 Nissan Maxima Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#128 complaints

Body Structure

Avg mileage:96,999 mi
#218 complaints

Airbags

Avg mileage:96,896 mi
Crash-related:2
#318 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:85,936 mi
Fires:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2007 Nissan Maxima.

Body Structure
28
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
96,999
Airbags
18
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
96,896
Engine Problems
18
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
85,936
Transmission / Drivetrain
13
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
102,850
Brakes
10
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
155,687
Hydraulic Brakes
10
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
44,925
Unintended Acceleration
10
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
162,656
Steering Defects
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
117,500
Electrical Faults
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tire Defects
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Electronic Stability Control
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine & Cooling
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Automatic Transmission
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Cooling System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Gasoline Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Latches / Locks
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Electric
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
2
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Instrument Cluster
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Electrical:Radio/Tape Deck/Cd Etc.
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly:Filler Pipe And Cap
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System, Other
1
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip:Wheel Speed Sensor/Tone Ring
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Column Locking:Anti-Theft Device
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Steering:Linkages:Knuckle:Spindle:Arm
1
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—

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2007 Nissan Maxima — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2007 Nissan Maxima reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2007 Nissan Maxima has 169 NHTSA complaints, 5 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Body Structure with 28 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2007 Nissan Maxima?
Top reported problems: Body Structure (28 complaints, avg 96,999 mi); Airbags (18 complaints, avg 96,896 mi); Engine Problems (18 complaints, avg 85,936 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2007 Nissan Maxima?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 103,252 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2007 Nissan Maxima?
NHTSA complaints for the 2007 Nissan Maxima include 5 crash-related reports, 1 fire reports, 4 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2007 Nissan Maxima have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2007 Nissan Maxima as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2007 Nissan Maxima?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Nissan Maxima reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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