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2006 Nissan Maxima Recall List

2 safety recall campaigns on file with NHTSA for the 2006 Nissan Maxima, affecting suspension, wheels & tires and structure & body. Recall repairs are free at any authorized Nissan dealer.

Recall campaigns
2
Do Not Drive
0
Park Outside
0
Over-the-air fixes
0
Latest report
Feb 13, 2006
Owner complaints
576

All 2006 Nissan Maxima recalls

Newest first. Summaries are NHTSA’s own wording.

  1. NHTSA 06V046000Feb 13, 2006Suspension, Wheels & Tires759 vehicles

    Suspension:rear

    On certain vehicles, the rear subframe may have been manufactured incorrectly, which could result in a crack in a bracket which holds part of the rear suspension.

    Risk: If the bracket is cracked, the stability of the vehicle may be affected under severe driving conditions. This could lead to a loss of control of the vehicle which could result in a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear subframe to determine if it was manufactured incorrectly and replace it, if necessary. The recall began on february 27, 2006. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

  2. NHTSA 05V512000Nov 7, 2005Structure & Body102,551 vehicles

    Seats:front assembly:power adjust

    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.

Frequently asked questions

How many recalls does the 2006 Nissan Maxima have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2006 Nissan Maxima, covering suspension, wheels & tires and structure & body.
Are 2006 Nissan Maxima recall repairs free?
Yes. Under U.S. law, manufacturers must fix safety recalls free of charge at authorized dealers, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had. Use the VIN check to see which campaigns are still open on a specific car.
What is the most recent recall on the 2006 Nissan Maxima?
The most recent campaign is NHTSA 06V046000, reported Feb 13, 2006, concerning the suspension, wheels & tires.

Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation complaint and recall databases; U.S. EPA fuel economy data; NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

Data updated Sep 24, 2026. Read the methodology and data sources. The Complaint Index is based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; it is not a reliability rating.