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ProblemsByVin File / 2007-NISSAN-MAXIMA NHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2007 · Nissan

Nissan Maxima problems

129 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.

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Reliability score
7.6 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2007 Maxima?
Generally reliable

Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

body
29 reports · fails ~100,320 mi · avg $1,500
moderate
engine
19 reports · fails ~72,818 mi · avg $3,100
severe
airbags
17 reports · fails ~96,896 mi · avg $1,100
severe
powertrain
16 reports · fails ~91,916 mi · avg $2,500
moderate
brakes
13 reports · fails ~60,199 mi · avg $450
severe
cruise control
7 reports · fails ~102,226 mi · avg $600
moderate
steering
7 reports · fails ~107,800 mi · avg $700
moderate
electrical
4 reports · fails ~136,000 mi · avg $850
moderate
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Should you buy an extended warranty on this 2007 Maxima?
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2007 Maxima · powertrain
When driving h the vehicle had a loss of power when there was a hill and the temperature outside was less than 35 degrees fahrenheit. This has happened multiple times and has been to a Nissan mechanic and was told they could not duplicate the problem. The rpms on the vehicle…
12/27/2012 · at 124,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10490285.0 · see powertrain pattern →
2007 Maxima · body
I thought a leaf was hanging from below my car when parked. It turned out that the floorboard is completely corroded through to the inside of the vehicle on the drivers side. I have taken my car to the Nissan dealership since purchased in late 2006. They explained that it would…
12/20/2015 · at 138,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10811317.0 · see body pattern →
2007 Maxima · body
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Nissan maxima. While replacing the front driver side tire due to a flat, the road side assistance technician informed the contact that the entire floorboard was corroded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where the technician…
12/19/2011 · at 116,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10440371.0 · see body pattern →
2007 Maxima · airbags
I started my car up on 12/11/2019 and my airbag light came on and has been flashing since with no accident. I'm afraid my airbag will deploy while driving down the road.
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Active recalls showing 1 of 1

moderate NHTSA 06V402000 October 23, 2006

Certain passenger vehicles equipped with an 'intelligent key' fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no

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.

Fix: 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.

Common questions

Is the 2007 Nissan Maxima reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.6 out of 10 based on 129 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Nissan Maxima is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2007 Nissan Maxima?

On the NHTSA data, the 2007 Nissan Maxima does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 7.6/10 — above the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2007 Nissan Maxima?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is body, with 29 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 100,320 miles. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The body is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $1,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 100,320 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Nissan Maxima has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Nissan Maxima?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 129 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $1,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Nissan/Maxima. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Nissan. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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