How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2010 Nissan Maxima have?

NHTSA lists 18 Structure & Body complaints for the 2010 Maxima, which is 7% of the 275 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for Structure & Body issues on the 2010 Nissan Maxima?

No. NHTSA lists no related recalls for this problem area on the 2010 Maxima.

At what mileage do Structure & Body problems typically appear on the 2010 Maxima?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 60,500 miles.

Were there crashes or injuries linked to these complaints?

NHTSA records zero crashes and one injury among the 18 Structure & Body complaints for the 2010 Maxima.

How does the 2010 Maxima compare to other years for this problem area?

The 2010 model's 18 complaints and 7% share are similar to 2011 and 2012 (12 complaints, 11% share each) and lower in share than 2017, which had 18 complaints at a 17% share.

2010 Nissan Maxima Structure & Body Problems

NHTSA lists 18 Structure & Body complaints for the 2010 Nissan Maxima, 7% of its 275 total complaints for that year. The median mileage at failure was 60,500 miles, with no crashes and one injury reported, and no related recalls are listed.

Structure & Body complaints: 18; 7% of 275
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 1
Median mileage: 60,500 mi
Related recalls: 0

Typical body and structure symptoms owners report

Owners report the hood latch releasing at speed and the hood separating from the vehicle while driving.
Some describe the driver seat moving on its own or failing to respond to electric controls, even at low mileage.
Rust is reported on the rear cradle bar that holds the suspension, with holes forming near the rear tires.
Owners describe the dashboard becoming soft, sticky, and reflective when exposed to sunlight, creating glare on the windshield.
Some report a driver-side door that becomes stuck partway open or will not open, requiring force to close or reopen.
One owner reported a heated seat overheating and causing a burn while driving.

When 2010 Nissan Maxima body and structure complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 7, 2010, latest Mar 23, 2023.

18 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2010 to Mar 2023; peak Jun 2010 (1).

Structure & Body recalls for the 2010 Nissan Maxima

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

Structure & Body complaints by Maxima model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

201018 (7%)
201112 (11%)
201212 (11%)
20132 (3%)
20145 (5%)
20150 (0%)
201611 (8%)
201718 (17%)
20183 (8%)
20192 (11%)
20206 (27%)
20211 (33%)
20221 (20%)
20230 (0%)

Frequently asked questions

How many Structure & Body complaints does the 2010 Nissan Maxima have?: NHTSA lists 18 Structure & Body complaints for the 2010 Maxima, which is 7% of the 275 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for Structure & Body issues on the 2010 Nissan Maxima?: No. NHTSA lists no related recalls for this problem area on the 2010 Maxima.
At what mileage do Structure & Body problems typically appear on the 2010 Maxima?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA is 60,500 miles.
Were there crashes or injuries linked to these complaints?: NHTSA records zero crashes and one injury among the 18 Structure & Body complaints for the 2010 Maxima.
How does the 2010 Maxima compare to other years for this problem area?: The 2010 model's 18 complaints and 7% share are similar to 2011 and 2012 (12 complaints, 11% share each) and lower in share than 2017, which had 18 complaints at a 17% share.