CarRecallWatchThe 1986 Nissan Maxima has 1 safety recall on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 60 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 37 fires, 2 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (36 reports).
1986 Nissan Maxima recalls
Most common 1986 Nissan Maxima problems
Problem areas named in the 60 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 36 |
| Electrical System | 12 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 10 |
| Seat Belts | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 |
| Steering | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Suspension | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
What owners report
THE OZONE PRODUCED BY THE FAN BRUSHES OF THE INTERNAL FAN BLOWER IS NOT VENTED TO THE OUTSIDE OF THE CAR BUT TO THE INTERNAL PASSENGER COMPARTMENT. LONG EXPOSURE TO OZONE WILL SHOW UP IN CHEST X-RAY AS CLOUDING OF THE LUNGS. I DO NOT HAVE THE EQUIPMENT TO MEASURE THE LEVELS OF OZONE CONCENTRATION AND WAS HOPING THAT NHTSA HAS THAT CAPABILITY. MR
SUSPECT FUEL INJECTION CAUSED FIRE. DEALER WORKED ON PROBLEM WITH GAS FUMES APX 6 WEEKS PRIOR AND DID NOT CHECK FOR RECALL ON INJECTION SYSTEM. NISSSAN CONTACTED AND DENIES INVESTIGATION.*AK
THE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM ON MY VEHICLE WAS RECALLED AND REPLACED SOMETIMES IN 1997. NOW, I EXPERIENCE THE SAME PROBLEM AS BEFORE: SMELL OF BURNING RUBBER, AND SMELL OF FUEL. I CONTACTED NISSAN. THE COMPANY REFUSED TO REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE PARTS THAT THE DEALER PUT IN MY CAR. THEY TOLD ME THAT IF THE FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM FAILED AGAIN, I WOULD HAVE TO PAY TO HAVE IT REPLACED.
CAR GARAGE KEPT FROM NEW/FRAME HAS RUSTED OUT ONLY IN THE AREA WHERE THE REAR ANTI SWAY BAR ATTACHES/RIGHT SIDE HAS DETACHED/LEFT SIDE ABOUT TO LET GO/IS CAR SAFE/ 85,86, AND 87 SAME PLATFORM?*AK
MANUAL TRANSMISSION THROW OUT BEARING FAILED. NLM
1986 Nissan Maxima questions
Does the 1986 Nissan Maxima have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 1986 Nissan Maxima: Visibility:Windshield. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1986 Nissan Maxima?
Based on 60 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (36), Electrical System (12), Engine And Engine Cooling (10).
How do I check if a recall on my 1986 Nissan Maxima has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.