One problem related to tire sidewall has been reported for the 1996 Nissan Maxima. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Of 4 tires purchased in may 2008, 3 have failed. One tire was replaced due to radial tire pull. A second was replaced due to a blister that developed on the sidewall. A third was replaced due to a flat spot that was discovered on the tread, which was found when the tire could not be balanced. All 3 tires failed within the first 6,000 miles of treadwear. Tires are goodyear comfort tread.
| Tire Tread/belt problems | |
| Tire problems | |
| Tire Sidewall problems | |
| Tire Blowout problems |