2012 Nissan Maxima vs 2013 Nissan Maxima
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2012 Nissan Maxima | 2013 Nissan Maxima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 107 | 62 |
| Recall campaigns | 0 | 0 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 115 | 106 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 6 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 22 | 22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 55,000 mi | 65,500 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Maxima | Nissan Maxima |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 27 | 16 |
| Power Train | 18 | 24 |
| Electrical System | 20 | 2 |
| Engine | 11 | 4 |
| Steering | 10 | 1 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 9 |
| Structure | 6 | 2 |
| Seats | 6 | 0 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 8 | 5 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 7 |
| Stalling | 0 | 5 |
2012 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.