1988 Nissan Maxima vs 1989 Nissan Maxima
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1988 Nissan Maxima | 1989 Nissan Maxima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 60 | 62 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 2 | 7 |
| Investigations | 2 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 32 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18–19 | 19–20 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Maxima | Nissan Maxima |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 28 | 20 |
| Seat Belts | 7 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 12 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 8 |
| Power Train | 1 | 9 |
| Visibility | 2 | 6 |
| Steering | 3 | 4 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 2 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 9 |
1988 Nissan Maxima
1989 Nissan Maxima
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.