2003 Nissan Maxima vs 2005 Nissan Maxima
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Nissan Maxima | 2005 Nissan Maxima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 206 | 948 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 66 | 94 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 13 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 10 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 20–21 | 21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 87,750 mi | 85,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Maxima | Nissan Maxima |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 7 | 777 |
| Engine | 43 | 61 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 54 | 40 |
| Electrical System | 17 | 38 |
| Air Bags | 35 | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 33 |
| Structure | 6 | 25 |
| Exterior Lighting | 26 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 47 | 68 |
| Check engine light | 26 | 27 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 18 |
| Hesitation / surging | 5 | 103 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 187 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 50 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 19 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 8 |
2003 Nissan Maxima
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.