2004 Nissan Maxima recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2004 Nissan Maxima; the most frequently affected component is seats — power adjust. Owners filed 1,426 complaints, most often about power train. Among the 22 model years of this model in the database, 2004 ranks #7 for number of recalls.

Recalls2

Complaints1,426

Crashes reported1in stored complaints

Fires reported4in stored complaints

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Recalls (2)

Seats — Power adjustCampaign 05V512000 · 07 Nov 2005

Problem: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with the driver preferred package, the wire harness from the driver's seat power lumbar support switch may be routed incorrectly and could be pinched under the driver seat.

Risk: A pinched harness, in combination with driving vibration, may result in a short circuit in the harness that could lead to a fire in the seat.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the wire harness and route it correctly. The recall began on january 16, 2006. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Visibility — Sun/moon roof assemblyCampaign 04V326000 · 07 Jul 2004

Problem: On certain passenger vehicles equipped with skyview roofs, the glass for the roof may not have been quenched properly after the forming process, resulting in temper imbalance.

Risk: This could create excessive internal stress in the glass and eventually cause the glass to shatter, creating a risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the glass in the skyview roof. The recall began on september 7, 2004. Owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

What owners complain about

Share of the 40 most recent complaints stored for this model year, by component. Owners can list more than one component.

Power train13 · 32%

Engine10 · 25%

Electrical system6 · 15%

Unknown or other6 · 15%

Structure3 · 8%

Seats3 · 8%

Service brakes2 · 5%

Suspension2 · 5%

When complaints were filed

201718

20186

20193

20208

20212

20231

20251

20261

From owner complaints

For starters i replaced the alternator then the battery and then the crankshaft senor and then dorman that is on the possessive side of the battery. And it doesn't want to start still. Now just maybe you can help me on this.
Electrical system · Jul 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

My complaints is due to the cheap steal that nissan uses to build there vehicles just to save a buck. When i take my car in for an inspection and it failed because the passenger side floor panel has holes in the the floor that you could step right trhu. That is not the only rot from rust the frame of the vehicle up…
Unknown or other · Nov 2017 · NHTSA complaint record

When it rains the back passenger door has water in the door and soaks the back floor
Electrical system · Nov 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

Tl* the contact owned a 2004 nissan maxima. The contact stated while the vehicle was unoccupied and it caught fire from the engine compartment. The fire department extinguished the fire. A fire report was not filed. A local dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was…
Engine · Nov 2017 · NHTSA complaint record

How this year compares

Recalls per model year for this model.

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Source

Recall and complaint records from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). A recall listed here may not apply to every vehicle of this model year — always check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.

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