CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) label. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. This bulletin lists the criteria and provides an application form for such replacements. · The “VIN Plate/Label” (metal plate or vinyl label) is attached to the instrument panel or body on the driver side at the base of the windshield (see Figure 1). · The “Certification Label” (vinyl adhesive label) is located on the lower area of the driver s
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2007 Nissan Maxima body problems
moderate 29 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $1,500 · see body across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
29
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$1,500
When does it fail?
Of the 29 body complaints filed for the 2007 Nissan Maxima, here's the actual mileage breakdown — failures cluster heaviest at 50,000-75,000 mi.
0-25k
25-50k
50-75k
75-100k
100-125k
125-150k
150k+
Each bar shows the share of total complaints filed at that mileage range. Peak failure window highlighted. Some owners report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 miles symptom-free. Maintenance habits and driving conditions shift the curve as much as mileage alone.
What stands out
Of the 11 model years of Nissan Maxima we track for body problems, this one carries the most owner complaints on file — 29.
Owners have filed 29 body complaints with NHTSA against this vehicle, but no formal recall covers the issue — the federal record reflects what manufacturers have admitted, not everything owners are reporting.
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering body on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) label. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. This bulletin lists the criteria and provides an application form for such replacements. · The “VIN Plate/Label” (metal plate or vinyl label) is attached to the instrument panel or body on the driver side at the base of the windshield (see Figure 1). · The “Certification Label” (vinyl adhesive label) is located on the lower area of the driver s
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN 2002-2006 ALTIMA AND 2004-2008 MAXIMA; FLOOR PAN Voluntary Service Campaign ID # PC926 is no longer active. ï· Repair orders opened after this bulletinâs published date are no longer eligible for reimbursement under Campaign ID # PC926. ï· Discard all previous versions of NTB22-095.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Expiration Notification - Maxima/Altima Floor Pan ***** Dealer Announcement ***** On October 28, 2022, in connection with the court-approved settlement of class action litigation filed in Missouri, Nissan launched a Voluntary Service Campaign (VSC) on 36,858 specific model year 2002-2006 Nissan Altima and 2004-2008 Nissan Maxima vehicles to inspect, and if necessary, repair for front floor pan corrosion. Per the terms of the settlement, the VSC expired on November 1, 2023. This Voluntary Service Campaign and customer reimbursement for these repairs will no longer be available after November 1, 2023. ***** What Dealers Should Do ***** 1. Service Comm will deactivate PC926 on any unrepaired VI
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
The dominant complaint is severe corrosion and perforation of the driver and passenger side floor pans. Owners discovered rust holes anywhere from 55,000 to 116,000 miles, many on garaged, well-maintained vehicles. The defect appears manufacturing-related — one owner noted a hole left during production accelerates water intrusion and asymmetrical rust. Several mechanics confirmed the problem is widespread and affects structural integrity. Repair costs range from $925 to $3,000 and typically require welding or complete panel replacement with undercoating.
Nissan has declined all warranty claims, noting the rust warranty covers only 3 years/36,000 miles. Multiple owners report dealerships acknowledge the issue is common but cite no service bulletins or recalls. One owner states Nissan recalled SUVs for the same defect but excluded sedans.
A secondary complaint involves a fixed moonroof exploding while the vehicle was driven on the interstate in a humid climate. The glass shattered completely, and the structural failure continued after temporary repair.
One report mentions dashboard cracking at 25,000 miles, but lacks detail and no repair action was pursued.
Same Nissan Maxima body reports on nearby years: 2005 · 2006 · 2008
Failure modes owners describe
Sunroof/moonroof spontaneous failure (glass shatter)
Moonroof glass exploded while vehicle was in motion on interstate. Owner was driving at 70°F in humid/rainy climate when sudden explosive failure occurred. A shop worker reported the glass company had seen other customers with the same problem. The moonroof was a fixed design (non-opening). Owner was unable to open the shade afterward due to fear of re-occurrence.
When: While driving on interstate; temperature 70°F, approximately 6:45 PM
Symptoms owners cite: Sudden explosive noise during highway driving; Complete glass shatter on roof; Gaping hole in moonroof; Roof structure damaged beyond initial failure — continued breaking under pressure as owner tried temporary tape repair
Repairs/costs cited: Moonroof glass replaced by glass company; vehicle out of service for several days. Owner paid out of pocket. No dealership repair cost mentioned.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Nissan confirmed no recall issued
Driver and passenger side floor pan corrosion and perforation
Severe rust and corrosion affecting the floor pans (also called floorboards) on both driver and passenger sides of the vehicle. Rust has created holes, and in many cases the metal has rotted completely through. Several owners note the defect appears manufacturing-related (hole left during manufacturing, asymmetrical rust between sides). Water infiltration accelerates corrosion. Multiple owners report dealerships confirm this is a widespread problem. Structural integrity is compromised, creating potential safety risk.
When: Discovered between 55,000 and 116,000 miles; as early as 7–8 years of vehicle age on well-maintained, garaged vehicles
Symptoms owners cite: Visible rust and corrosion on driver and passenger floorboards; Holes or perforations allowing visibility to ground below; Floorboard rotting to the point of structural compromise; Water entering cabin from underneath; Failure of tire and brake sensors (one case: corrosion on underside caused sensors to fall off struts); Corrosion of seat mounting bolts
Repairs/costs cited: Repair estimates: $925 to $3,000+ depending on extent. Repair typically involves seat removal, welding or fabrication of new metal panels, and undercoating. Multiple owners report dealerships state 'they have heard of' the issue but no service bulletins exist.
Recalls/TSBs owners mention: Nissan Consumer Affairs declined responsibility on multiple claims. Warranty coverage for rust is limited to 3 years/36,000 miles. No recalls issued. Nissan advised one owner Nissan had issued a recall for this problem in SUVs but not sedans. Multiple owners report reaching out to Nissan with no assistance offered.
Dashboard cracking
Dashboard began to crack on vehicle with low mileage. Single complaint with minimal detail; dealer contact made but no diagnostic or repair action taken.
When: Approximately 25,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Dashboard cracks
Repairs/costs cited: Not diagnosed or repaired by dealer
Synthesized from 29 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 7 most recent
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 cost between $2,000 to $3,000 to get repaired. I have only had the car for 9 years and much of this time it parked in…
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 advised that the floorboard would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was…
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Nissan maxima. While the vehicle was at the mechanic, the technician diagnosed that the floor pan needed to be replaced due to corrosion. The failure happened without warning. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The failure mileage was 200,000.
The driver side floorboard has began to rust thru as a result of a hole left during manufacturing. This seems to be a defect (since it is not on the passenger side). As a result of the hole water and salt have began to rust through the driver side floorboard. My vehicle was taken to a dealer whom took pictures and sent to Nissan. Nissan's response was the vehicle is out of warranty and it is a…
The floor pans are starting to rot out on my Nissan maxima. This is clearly a manufacturing defect as there are numerous other owners reporting the exact same issue with their Nissan maximas. A safety recall should be implemented to replace the floor pans in these cars. There is absolutely no reason why a 7 year old car should be rotting to this extent.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Nissan maxima. The contact stated that one of the bolts that held the drivers seat corroded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who decided to put a piece of sheet metal where the rust was located as a temporary remedy. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure who did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was not included on any…
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Nissan maxima. The contact stated that there was corrosion present and a hole located on the driver side floorboard. The vehicle had been taken to dealer for a diagnosis and stated they would have to eject the driver's seat from the vehicle, weld new medal to cover the hole and put an under coating on the weld new medal. The vehicle was not repaired. The…
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Common questions
How serious is the body problem on the 2007 Nissan Maxima?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 29 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $1,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the body typically fail?
Across the 25 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most body failures cluster between 74,000 and 126,000 miles, with the median around 93,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 74,000; a quarter make it past 126,000. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $1,500 for body repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to body?
No active recalls currently cover body issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2007/Nissan/Maxima.
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