2003 Nissan Maxima problems by component
206 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2003 Nissan Maxima, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 54 | 26% | 86,000 mi |
| Engine → | 43 | 21% | 122,500 mi |
| Air Bags → | 35 | 17% | 94,300 mi |
| Exterior Lighting → | 26 | 13% | 19,000 mi |
| Electrical System → | 17 | 8% | 134,850 mi |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 8 | 4% | — |
| Power Train | 7 | 3% | — |
| Structure | 6 | 3% | — |
| Equipment | 5 | 2% | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 4 | 2% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 2% | — |
| Visibility | 4 | 2% | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 3 | 1% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 | 1% | — |
| Steering | 3 | 1% | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 1% | — |
| Tires | 3 | 1% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 2 | 1% | — |
| Seats | 2 | 1% | — |
| Service Brakes | 2 | 1% | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 0% | — |
| Service Brakes, Air | 1 | 0% | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 0% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.