2017 Nissan Maxima structure problems
17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the structure on the 2017 Nissan Maxima — 17% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“The 2 A pillar molding in the front flew off while driving on the highway and the 2 rear pillar moldings in the back are loose. It is available for inspection. This is an EXTREME safety concern as I was going high speeds and part of my car detached - I am thankful that it did not hit the cars near…”
filed Jul 7, 2025
“Rear passenger pillars between passenger doors and trunk plastic trim pieces have both broken off. The plastic clips are so flimsy they broke off.”
filed Mar 7, 2024
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Related service bulletins
CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label =…
NTB09-131C · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 13, 2026CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label =…
NTB09-131C · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions · issued Apr 13, 2026
Structure problems in other Maxima years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 Maxima | 4 | 19% |
| 2018 Maxima | 2 | 6% |
| 2016 Maxima | 8 | 6% |
| 2014 Maxima | 3 | 3% |
| 2013 Maxima | 2 | 3% |
| 2012 Maxima | 6 | 6% |
| 2011 Maxima | 9 | 8% |
| 2010 Maxima | 11 | 4% |
| 2009 Maxima | 8 | 2% |
| 2008 Maxima | 21 | 27% |
| 2007 Maxima | 33 | 26% |
| 2006 Maxima | 20 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2017 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.