1985 Nissan Maxima fuel system, gasoline problems
32 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the fuel system, gasoline on the 1985 Nissan Maxima — 59% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Engine caught fire as a result of admitted defective fuel injectors(on recall). Nissan replaced fuel injectors at no charge, but would not replace other damaged items such as, power steering, "severe" seal damage causing large oil leak, and other damages. I have called and written nissan…”
filed Apr 22, 2004
“Fire in engine compartment caused by defective fuel injectors. Royed injectors and ower steering pump, numerous oil seals, electrical components, etc. In addition there was general soot all over the engine, which wiil not come off.*ak furthermore, it was a dangeous situation, and had to call the…”
filed Aug 25, 2003
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Fuel System, Gasoline problems in other Maxima years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 Maxima | 2 | 1% |
| 2007 Maxima | 3 | 2% |
| 2006 Maxima | 3 | 1% |
| 2005 Maxima | 3 | 0% |
| 2004 Maxima | 2 | 0% |
| 2003 Maxima | 3 | 1% |
| 2002 Maxima | 3 | 1% |
| 2001 Maxima | 8 | 5% |
| 2000 Maxima | 9 | 3% |
| 1999 Maxima | 1 | 1% |
| 1998 Maxima | 4 | 4% |
| 1997 Maxima | 4 | 4% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1985 Nissan Maxima
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.