2004 Nissan Maxima structure problems
56 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2004 Nissan Maxima — 4% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Front subframe completely rotted out lower control arm become unattached, had to repair subframe and all components, absolutely a safety risk, many recall on these vehicles but I don't understand why they don't have one for this vehicle”
filed Nov 1, 2020
“The floor boards on both the drivers and passenger side front have rusted out. Most of the other metal/ flooring has not rusted out like it has in these two spots. The rust does seem to lead up close to the sub frame which worries me of the integrity of the frame. The flooring has rusted out to the…”
filed Mar 24, 2020
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label =…
NTB09-131C · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 13, 2026CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label =…
NTB09-131C · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 13, 2026Expiration Notification - Maxima/Altima Floor Pan ***** Dealer Announcement ***** On October 28, 2022, in connection with the court-approved settlement of class action litigation filed in Missouri, Nissan launched a…
PC926 04-08 Maxi · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 1, 2023VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN 2002-2006 ALTIMA AND 2004-2008 MAXIMA; FLOOR PAN Voluntary Service Campaign ID # PC926 is no longer active. ï · Repair orders opened after this bulletinâ s published date are no longer…
NTB22-095A · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Nov 1, 2023
Structure problems in other Maxima years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Maxima | 4 | 19% |
| 2018 Maxima | 2 | 6% |
| 2017 Maxima | 17 | 17% |
| 2016 Maxima | 8 | 6% |
| 2014 Maxima | 3 | 3% |
| 2013 Maxima | 2 | 3% |
| 2012 Maxima | 6 | 6% |
| 2011 Maxima | 9 | 8% |
| 2010 Maxima | 11 | 4% |
| 2009 Maxima | 8 | 2% |
| 2008 Maxima | 21 | 27% |
| 2007 Maxima | 33 | 26% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2004 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.