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A34 · Sedan

2007 Nissan Maxima

Common problems & what to know before you buy

Before you message the seller, know the documented failure patterns, repair cost exposure, and risk level for the 2007 Nissan Maxima.

Safety record

Recalls on the 2007 Nissan Maxima

Recall·06V402000

Steering: anti-theft device

CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH AN 'INTELLIGENT KEY' FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD…

Source: NHTSA

Owner complaints

What 129 owners reported

Structure29
Air bags17
Power train16
Engine13

Source: NHTSA

Specifications

2007 Nissan Maxima at a glance

Trims
SESL
Engine
3.5L 6-Cylinder
Transmission
CVT
Drivetrain
FWD
Fuel
Gasoline
Body style
Sedan
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Frequently asked questions

What are the common problems with the 2007 Nissan Maxima?

Owners have filed 129 complaints about the 2007 Nissan Maxima with NHTSA, most often about the structure. There is 1 recall campaign covering this model year. Squeezed's free research-backed buyer guide cross-references these against documented failure patterns and mileage-stage risks, sorted by severity, in about a minute.

Is the 2007 Nissan Maxima reliable?

Reliability depends heavily on the specific configuration and how the car was maintained. Start with the 1 open recall campaign on this model year and confirm the work was completed. Generate a Squeezed buyer guide for this exact vehicle to see a reliability snapshot, repair-cost exposure, and the questions to ask the seller before you buy.

Should I still get a pre-purchase inspection on a 2007 Nissan Maxima?

Always. A Squeezed buyer guide is the triage step before the inspection: it shows you the documented failure patterns and what to check so you can decide which 2007 Nissan Maxima listings are even worth a mechanic's time, then walk into the PPI knowing exactly what to look for.

Squeezed is a buyer guide based on public data and industry patterns, not a mechanical inspection. Always get a professional pre-purchase inspection before you buy.