2004
Nissan
Maxima
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265 hp @ 5800 rpm
Horsepower
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
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Performance
Engineered for the perfect balance of power and efficiency
265 hp
Horsepower
255 ft-lb
Torque
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
5-speed
Transmission
Efficient
Advanced engineering for optimal fuel economy
Fuel TypeGasoline
Combined Efficiency7.6 - 11.9 L/100 km
Fuel Capacity76.0 L
Interior
Thoughtfully designed for comfort and functionality
4
Seating
439 L
Cargo
1,115 mm
Front Legroom
927 mm
Rear Legroom
Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Heated Rear Seats
Convenience
Keyless Entry
Power Windows
Power Door Locks
Seating
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Seat Memory
Lumbar Support
Technology
Advanced connectivity and intelligent features
Navigation System
AM/FM Stereo
Steering Controls
Safety
Comprehensive protection for you and your passengers
Airbags
Driver Airbag
Passenger Airbag
Front Side Airbags
Stability
Traction Control
ABS Brakes
Brake Assist
Monitoring
Security
Security System
Child Safety Locks
Dimensions
Carefully crafted proportions for optimal space and style
Length
16 ft1.5"
4.92m
Width
5 ft11.7"
1.82m
Height
4 ft10.3"
1.48m
Wheelbase
9 ft3.2"
2.82m
Gallery
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Colors
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Winter Frost
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Spirited Bronze
#BAB7AE
Liquid Silver
#C4C0C1
Smoke
#747577
Coral Sand
#B1AB9F
Onyx
#000000
Champagne Mist
#E1DBBE
Radiant Ember
#AA6F45
Majestic Blue
#2C3D63
Red Opulence
#8C3E3C
Trim Levels
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Safety Reports
1425 complaints reported to NHTSA
1425
Total Reports
33
Crashes
30
Injuries
16
Fires
Most Common Issues
POWER TRAIN
934
TIRES
148
SUSPENSION
102
SERVICE BRAKES
71
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
70
HYDRAULIC
61
Recent Reports
ODI #11651242
Mar 28, 2025
VISIBILITY
The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated while driving 60 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormally loud popping sound, and the contact noticed that the sky view roof glass had shattered. The contact stated that pieces of shattered glass had fallen inside the vehicle. The contact pulled over to the side of the road. The contact had not sustained any injuries and resumed driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was informed that the VIN was not included in a recall. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 04V326000 (Visibility). The failure mileage was 165,000.
Incident: Feb 28, 2025VIN: 1N4BA41E74C***
ODI #11517777
Apr 19, 2023
SEATS
UNKNOWN - I recently purchased this vehicle today from a private seller on April 18, 2023. Previous owner had stated the driver seat adjuster motor(to move the seat forward and backwards) has never functioned properly and gets stuck in the far back position or rotates counterclockwise at times(while remaining in the far back position). This is a big safety issue for me as it is very difficult to reach the brake and gas pedals without compromising my field of vision whilst driving. I did a VIN check on vincheck.info and it comfirms a recall report for this specific seating problem for this vehicle's year, make, and model. As for everything else, it is unknown as I did just recently purchase the vehicle.
Incident: Apr 18, 2023VIN: 1N4BA41E14C***
ODI #11404075
Mar 21, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEMUNKNOWN OR OTHERENGINE
04V326000 ONE OF THE RECALL NUMBER THE OTHER IS 05V512000 NOT SURE WHAT TO DO AT THIS POINT I'VE CHANGED MY TIMING CHAIN ALSO ALREADY I ALSO RECEIVED A LETTER STATING IF I HAD TO REPLACE IT TO CONTACT NISSAN I BELIEVE I'M JUST GETTING THE RUN AROUND
Incident: Jun 1, 2020VIN: 1N4BA41EX4C***
ODI #11403107
Mar 15, 2021
ENGINE
TIMING CHAIN FAILURE. TIMING CHAIN WAS BAD FROM DAY ONE. SPENT NEARLY 4000 DOLLARS FOR REPAIR. THEN TO LOOK UP ONLINE AND FIND OUT MANY OTHER PEOPLE HAD PROBLEM. NOW A FEW YEARS LATER. SAME PROBLEM
Incident: Feb 1, 2021VIN: 1N4BA41E64C***
ODI #11378265
Dec 7, 2020
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
FOR STARTERS I REPLACED THE ALTERNATOR THEN THE BATTERY AND THEN THE CRANKSHAFT SENOR AND THEN DORMAN THAT IS ON THE POSSESSIVE SIDE OF THE BATTERY. AND IT DOESN'T WANT TO START STILL. NOW JUST MAYBE YOU CAN HELP ME ON THIS.
Incident: Oct 5, 2020VIN: 1N4BA41E94C***
ODI #11374976
Nov 17, 2020
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
WHEN IT RAINS THE BACK PASSENGER DOOR HAS WATER IN THE DOOR AND SOAKS THE BACK FLOOR
Incident: Nov 8, 2020VIN: 1N4BA41E94C***
ODI #11373935
Nov 10, 2020
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CAR FAILED SAFETY INSPECTION DUE TO RUSTING OF FLOORBOARDS ON DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER SIDE. TURNS OUT THIS IS A SYSTEMIC PROBLEM WITH MODEL YEARS 2002-2006. HOW CAN THIS NOT BE A SAFETY ISSUE??
Incident: Nov 9, 2020VIN: 1N4BA41E94C***
ODI #11372497
Nov 1, 2020
STRUCTURE
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
Incident: Aug 4, 2020VIN: 1N4BA41E74C***
Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Complaints are submitted by vehicle owners and may not represent verified defects.
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