2007 Nissan Maxima Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
CautionComplaint Index
50/100
#10 most-complained of 19 Maxima years
Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology
The 2007 Nissan Maxima has 129 owner complaints and 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 50 out of 100 — #10 highest of 19 Maxima model years (verdict: Caution). The most reported problem area is engine (35 complaints, 27% of the total). Complaints report 4 crashes, 1 fire, and 3 injuries.
- Complaints
- 129
- Recalls
- 1
- Crashes / fires
- 4 / 1
- Injuries / deaths
- 3 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 21
- 19 city / 25 hwy
Top 2007 Nissan Maxima problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Engine35 (27%)
- Structure & Body35 (27%)
- Brakes26 (20%)
- Airbags18 (14%)
- Transmission & Powertrain16 (12%)
- Other9 (7%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires8 (6%)
- Steering7 (5%)
- Fuel System6 (5%)
- Electrical System5 (4%)
2007 Nissan Maxima recalls
1 NHTSA recall campaign list this model year.
- NHTSA 06V402000Oct 23, 2006Steering9,506 vehicles
Steering:column locking:anti-theft device
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.
2007 Nissan Maxima fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 19 MPG
- Highway
- 25 MPG
- Combined
- 21 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,800
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Premium
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2007 compared with other Maxima years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2007 Nissan Maxima a reliable year?
- Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2007 Nissan Maxima ranks #10 of 19 among Maxima model years (Complaint Index 50/100, verdict: Caution). It has 129 complaints and 1 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
- What are the most common problems with the 2007 Nissan Maxima?
- The most reported problem areas are engine (35 complaints), structure & body (35 complaints), and brakes (26 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 85,000 miles.
- Does the 2007 Nissan Maxima have any recalls?
- Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for the 2007 Nissan Maxima, most recently reported 2006, covering steering.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2007 Nissan Maxima?
- EPA rates the 2007 Nissan Maxima at 21 MPG combined (19 city / 25 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,800. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.