1994 Nissan Maxima vs 1996 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 | 1994 Nissan Maxima | 1996 Nissan Maxima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 89 | 96 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 27 | 74 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 13 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19–20 | 21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | — | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Maxima | Nissan Maxima |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 18 | 17 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 20 | 2 |
| Visibility | 18 | 4 |
| Air Bags | 6 | 16 |
| Power Train | 9 | 12 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 8 |
| Suspension | 3 | 8 |
| Equipment | 6 | 4 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 0 | 6 |
1994 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.