Recalls ·2006 Nissan Maxima

2006 Nissan Maxima recalls and complaints

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2006 Nissan Maxima; the most frequently affected component is suspension — rear. Owners filed 576 complaints, most often about power train. Among the 22 model years of this model in the database, 2006 ranks #9 for number of recalls.

Recalls2
Complaints576
Crashes reported1in stored complaints
Fires reported1in stored complaints

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Recalls (2)

Suspension — RearCampaign 06V046000 · 13 Feb 2006

Problem: On certain vehicles, the rear subframe may have been manufactured incorrectly, which could result in a crack in a bracket which holds part of the rear suspension.

Risk: If the bracket is cracked, the stability of the vehicle may be affected under severe driving conditions. This could lead to a loss of control of the vehicle which could result in a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect the rear subframe to determine if it was manufactured incorrectly and replace it, if necessary. The recall began on february 27, 2006. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

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.

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 train26 · 65%
Engine8 · 20%
Electrical system6 · 15%
Electronic stability control (esc)4 · 10%
Unknown or other4 · 10%
Service brakes3 · 8%
Structure3 · 8%
Air bags2 · 5%

When complaints were filed

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From owner complaints

Well my car while driving it will completely shut off in me while im driving it. After it cranks back up it is very slow to take off

Power train · Nov 2020 · NHTSA complaint record

The car shuts down in the mest of driving or a the stop sign. Some times it will crank back up and some times it will not .so now it will not crack back up.

Engine · Sep 2017 · NHTSA complaint record

I was driving in a residential area and suddenly steering wheel got stiff, brakes seemed to be on, dashboard lights appeared with "tcs off" "slip" and "check engine " all appeared on dashboard. I almost crashed due to this.

Electronic stability control (esc) · Nov 2019 · NHTSA complaint record

Car has a little over 50,000 miles, was dealer maintained and, transmission failure. The car has less than average wear.

Power train · 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.