2004 Hyundai XG350 vs 2004 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 | 2004 Hyundai XG350 | 2004 Nissan Maxima |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 44 | 1,425 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 34 | 114 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 5 | 33 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 16 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 18 | 21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 63,000 mi | 80,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Hyundai XG350 | Nissan Maxima |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 4 | 934 |
| Tires | 0 | 141 |
| Suspension | 5 | 102 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 0 | 70 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 61 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 56 |
| Structure | 6 | 56 |
| Engine | 3 | 51 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 12 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 8 | 44 |
| Shifting problems | 0 | 206 |
| Stalling | 0 | 86 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 72 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 69 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 36 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 31 |
2004 Hyundai XG350
2004 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.