2004 Nissan Maxima Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2004 Nissan Maxima recalls

Most common 2004 Nissan Maxima problems

Problem areas named in the 1,426 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	942
Tires	142
Suspension	104
Engine And Engine Cooling	73
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	64
Electrical System	58
Structure	56
Engine	51
Vehicle Speed Control	38
Steering	37

What owners report

2026-09-24, Service Brakes
The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while driving 15 MPH, the ABS independently activated. In addition, the contact became aware of an abnormal sound. The failure was a persistent failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200,000.

2025-03-28, 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 mi

2023-04-19, 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

2021-03-21, Electrical System
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

2021-03-15, 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

2004 Nissan Maxima questions

Does the 2004 Nissan Maxima have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2004 Nissan Maxima: Seats:Front Assembly:Power Adjust; Visibility:Sun/Moon Roof Assembly. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Nissan Maxima?

Based on 1,426 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (942), Tires (142), Suspension (104).

How do I check if a recall on my 2004 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.