1986 Nissan Maxima electrical system problems
10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the electrical system on the 1986 Nissan Maxima — 17% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“After vehicle was driven and parked for about 5-7 minutes, it bursted into flames. Fire department said flames came from under the hood. Entire hood was damaged by fire. *ak”
filed Jul 8, 1998
“While driving along smelled gas, and kind of ignored it because was told by a mechanic that nothing was wrong with automobile. Kept going and was told that his automobile was on fire- he received help to put out the fire. *ak”
filed Oct 21, 1997
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
Nissan: the 12 volt battery is an important part of the vehicle electrical system and is required to stay connected when the engine is running. To prevent damage to vehicle electronic components follow the…
NTB-09-030 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 6, 2009
Electrical System problems in other Maxima years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Maxima | 2 | 10% |
| 2018 Maxima | 5 | 14% |
| 2017 Maxima | 11 | 11% |
| 2016 Maxima | 31 | 22% |
| 2014 Maxima | 8 | 8% |
| 2013 Maxima | 2 | 3% |
| 2012 Maxima | 20 | 19% |
| 2011 Maxima | 12 | 11% |
| 2010 Maxima | 79 | 29% |
| 2009 Maxima | 79 | 23% |
| 2008 Maxima | 6 | 8% |
| 2007 Maxima | 5 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1986 Nissan Maxima
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.