2013 Nissan Maxima
This year had at least 30% fewer complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
- Complaints
- 62
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- Power train
None on file
None on file
39% of complaints
Complaints per year
2013: 62 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1982 | 4 |
| 1983 | 5 |
| 1984 | 30 |
| 1985 | 54 |
| 1986 | 63 |
| 1987 | 178 |
| 1988 | 60 |
| 1989 | 64 |
| 1990 | 106 |
| 1991 | 77 |
| 1992 | 110 |
| 1993 | 78 |
| 1994 | 89 |
| 1995 | 152 |
| 1996 | 96 |
| 1997 | 102 |
| 1998 | 113 |
| 1999 | 165 |
| 2000 | 360 |
| 2001 | 172 |
| 2002 | 205 |
| 2003 | 206 |
| 2004 | 1,425 |
| 2005 | 948 |
| 2006 | 576 |
| 2007 | 129 |
| 2008 | 79 |
| 2009 | 339 |
| 2010 | 275 |
| 2011 | 106 |
| 2012 | 107 |
| 2013 | 62 |
| 2014 | 96 |
| 2015 | 1 |
| 2016 | 142 |
| 2017 | 106 |
| 2018 | 36 |
| 2019 | 18 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 3 |
| 2022 | 5 |
| 2023 | 1 |
Known problem areas
Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.
Power train
39% · 24 reportsAir bags
26% · 16 reportsShow complaint excerpts
No 'Takata recall' at this moment but I was injured because airbag failed in my chest
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-02-07
When transporting some adult passengers in the front passenger seat, the "Passenger airbag off" Light remains on throughout the trip.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-06
When transporting some adult passengers in the front passenger seat, the "Passenger airbag off" Light remains on throughout the trip.
NHTSA ODI report, 2017-11-05
Exterior lighting
15% · 9 reportsMost commonly citing headlights.
Show complaint excerpts
I have a 2013 Nissan Maxima in my headlights are horrible when they are on dim you cannot see in front of you so bad that it's liable to cause a bad wreck I have to ride with my headlights on bright and it's not much better I have replaced the bulbs...
NHTSA ODI report, 2025-12-19
1. Both headlights on dim are so dim that you cannot drive safely, they do not project in front of the car far enough to see at night, dawn or dusk. I am concerned if other cars I meet can even see me approaching.
NHTSA ODI report, 2023-11-18
Engine
6% · 4 reportsShow complaint excerpts
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while accelerating from a stop, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart on the third attempt however the failure recurred.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-04-11
Structure
3% · 2 reportsMost commonly citing body.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2013 Nissan Maxima — pre-purchase inspection
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- Power train: 24 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 16 reports on file for this year.
- Exterior lighting: 9 reports on file for this year.
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2013 Nissan Maxima reliable?
- Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2013 Nissan Maxima is rated "better than typical".
- What are the most common problems with the 2013 Nissan Maxima?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 39% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2013 Nissan Maxima have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.