general problems of the 2018 Nissan Maxima

Seven problems related to equipment have been reported for the 2018 Nissan Maxima. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2018 Nissan Maxima based on all problems reported for the 2018 Maxima.

1 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 07/13/2025

I am submitting this as a formal complaint regarding an ongoing and unresolved safety issue with my 2018 Nissan Maxima (VIN: [xxx] ). Despite multiple attempts to have this issue diagnosed and repaired, the problem continues without resolution. The issue occurs after driving for approximately 30 minutes. The vehicle suddenly goes into limp mode, the gas pedal becomes unresponsive, and the rpms begin to drop regardless of speed. After about five minutes, the vehicle slowly regains power. This creates an extremely dangerous situation, particularly while driving in traffic or on highways, as it puts my safety and the safety of others at risk. I have taken my vehicle to multiple transmission shops, Nissan dealerships, independent mechanics, and mobile diagnostic services. I am consistently being told that nothing is wrong and that no repairs can be performed because the vehicle will not produce a diagnostic code. However, the issue continues to occur and remains unresolved. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

2 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 11/06/2020

When driving to work my sunroof exploded on interstate scaring me. It was a very loud noise. This is a safety issue for all Nissan owners. When bringing the vehicle in they stated that they were not responsible for the sunroof explosion. When going on line this looks like is been ongoing for awhile.

3 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 06/05/2020

When car Maxima is sitting still in idle it leaks out a clear fluid. The fluid has no color and no smell. This happens when the vehicle is stationary and in idle.

4 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 02/13/2020

Rear obstruction warning. Around view, rear view,etc monitoring system. Have had dealership look into numerous times they cant remedy without some kind of proof. There suggestion was cell phone picture of warning on dash while driving or video. I told them I wouldn't do that and asked them if that is what they would need to do to satisfy Nissan for approval to fix he said yes. Really while driving I think not.

5 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 08/06/2019

Unavailable front radar obstruction. This alert happens at random times when driving, it puts the sensor in an unavailable mode which in turns does not allow the safety function to work properly. I have done searches online and this is happening not only to Maximas but to other Nissan make/models. This is not a one time and done occurrence it happens often. When we purchased the car safety was one of our biggest concerns leading us to believe Nissan provided safe cars, apparently, that is not the case. In my opinion, this should be a recall fix, this is a safety issue!.

6 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 06/24/2019

In June 2019, while driving my 2018 Nissan Maxima, the vehicle suffered a sudden and violent mechanical failure. Without warning, the steering wheel jerked forcefully to the side, and the vehicle became uncomtrollabel leading to an approx 100-foot spin across a median. ?I have since verified this vehicle was subject to NHTSA recall 19v-807 for an abs actuator leak that shorts the circuit board. This defect caused the crash, which resulted in a traumatic brain injury (tbi) with extremy worsening memory loss 4mm spinal shift (l5-s1). I have comparative mri scans (2015 vs. Post-crash) confirming the injury.

7 Equipment problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2019

Warning: unavailable front radar obstruction appears on th display along with a loud beep.


Other Equipment related problems of the 2018 Nissan Maxima

Equipment problems
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Radio/tape Cd Player problems
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