2010 Nissan Maxima problems and complaints
Owners have filed 275 complaints with NHTSA about the 2010 Nissan Maxima. The most-reported areas: Steering (158), Electrical System (79), Suspension (29).
Key takeaways
- 275 owner complaints on file with NHTSA.
- 7 involve a crash, 2 a fire, 11 reported injuries.
- Complaints are unverified owner reports; recalls are confirmed defects.
| Component | Complaints | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 158 | 57% |
| Electrical System | 79 | 29% |
| Suspension | 29 | 11% |
| Unknown Or Other | 24 | 9% |
| Engine | 20 | 7% |
| Power Train | 15 | 5% |
| Air Bags | 15 | 5% |
| Structure | 11 | 4% |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 7 | 3% |
| Seats | 6 | 2% |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 4 | 1% |
| Visibility/Wiper | 4 | 1% |
One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Nissan Maxima 4-DR. w/SAB | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
Latest complaints, as filed
Owner-written and unverified by NHTSA.
Suspension - filed 2024-03-19
Yes the tire sensor light is on and the suspension has gone out and I have been advised that it needs struts and sway bar links and that I can not drive it or it will cause a wreck/collision.. Nissan has a recall on Nissan maximas for suspension but said my model is not included and what is recalled on other maximas i...
Suspension,tires,electronic Stability Control (esc) - filed 2024-02-08
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard an abnormal sound coming from the front wheels. The stabili-trak and ABS warning lights were illuminated. Additionally, the tire pressure warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the dealer...
Power Train - filed 2023-09-08
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle decelerated while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The contact then stated that the RPM’s failed to increase. Additionally, the contact stated that while shifted into reverse, he heard a whining sound t...
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Complaints are reports filed by owners with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. NHTSA publishes them without verifying them, and counts rise with how many cars were sold, so compare years of the same model rather than different models. Crash ratings are NHTSA's own 5-Star Safety Ratings results.