2018 Nissan Maxima: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2018 Nissan Maxima: 2 recalls, 36 owner complaints and up to 25 mpg combined.
Recalls
2 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #19V654000 · 2019 · 1,228,830 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan altima, armada, frontier, kicks, leaf, maxima, murano, nv, nv200, pathfinder, rogue, rogue sport, sentra, titan, titan diesel, versa note and versa sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti q50, q60, qx30 and qx80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan gt-r and taxi and Infiniti qx50, qx60, q70, q70l vehicles. The back-up camera and display…
Why it matters: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected vins should be activated.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #19V807000 · 2019 · 391,479 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan murano, 2016-2018 Nissan maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan pathfinder and Infiniti qx60 vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18v-601. In addition, this recall expands the previous population. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) actuator pumps May allow…
Why it matters: A brake fluid leak on the circuit board May result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS actuator, free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available, currently expected to be during summer 2020.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (8): the most common themes are leaks (2).
- Brakes (7): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Forward collision avoidance (6): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (5): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2018 Nissan Maxima has 36 owner complaints, ranking #28 of 34 Maxima model years for complaints (well below the 191 average). Complaints peaked in 2019 (15 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 2 years old, at a median of 36,500 miles. Neighboring years: 2017 (104 complaints, 4 recalls), 2019 (18 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5 L 6-cyl | Automatic (AV-S7) | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 | 30 | 25 | Premium |
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FAQ
Does the 2018 Nissan Maxima have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 vehicle recalls for the 2018 Nissan Maxima. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 Nissan Maxima problems?
Owners have filed 36 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (8), brakes (7), forward collision avoidance (6).
What gas mileage does the 2018 Nissan Maxima get?
EPA ratings run up to 25 mpg combined (3.5 L, Automatic (AV-S7)), across 1 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2018 Nissan Maxima repair manual?
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