2013 Nissan Maxima Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2013 Nissan Maxima recalls

No safety recalls on file for the 2013 Nissan Maxima.

Most common 2013 Nissan Maxima problems

Problem areas named in the 62 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	24
Air Bags	16
Exterior Lighting	9
Unknown Or Other	8
Engine	4
Electrical System	2
Structure	2
Service Brakes	2
Visibility/Wiper	1
Steering	1

What owners report

2025-12-19, Exterior Lighting
I have a 2013 Nissan Maxima in my headlights are horrible when they are on dim you cannot see in front of you so bad that it's liable to cause a bad wreck I have to ride with my headlights on bright and it's not much better I have replaced the bulbs in both headlights twice it has not improved anything I think it is a very dangerous thing in could call someone to get hurt because no one can see I've not been pulled over by the police or anything but I have to ride with my headlights on bright and I know it blinds people sometimes I think there needs to be a recall because I have a lot of friends that have Nissans and they have the same problem

2024-04-11, Engine
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while accelerating from a stop, the vehicle stalled with the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was able to restart on the third attempt however the failure recurred. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the engine, the crankshaft, and the cylinder heads needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and a case was opened. The failure mileage was 7,500. The VIN was not available.

2023-11-18, Exterior Lighting
1. Both headlights on dim are so dim that you cannot drive safely, they do not project in front of the car far enough to see at night, dawn or dusk. I am concerned if other cars I meet can even see me approaching. My flashlight shines brighter and farther. I have replaced the bulbs for the dim lights and it did no good. 2. Drove to California and was in west Texas after dark, could not see the road after dark. 3. My relative is a mechanic and he has confirmed the defective illumination with my dim lights. 4. It has not been confirmed by any officials such as insurance or police. 5. I noticed this problem about 1 year ago. I have been having to run bright lights if I must drive after dark. Th

2023-06-14, Exterior Lighting
The contact owns a 2013 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated while driving at night, the driver’s, and passenger's side headlights were very dim, failing to properly illuminate the roadway, causing a visibility hazard for the driver. The contact stated that the light bulbs were replaced but the failure persisted. The vehicle was not repaired. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, but no assistance was provided. The local dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 120,000.

2023-01-12, Engine
The transmission is failing in my car it doesn't want to go. stalling out shuttering,jerking.

2013 Nissan Maxima questions

Does the 2013 Nissan Maxima have any recalls?

No. NHTSA has no safety recalls on file for the 2013 Nissan Maxima at this time.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Nissan Maxima?

Based on 62 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (24), Air Bags (16), Exterior Lighting (9).

How do I check if a recall on my 2013 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.