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Reliability Database
Nissan

Maxima

Full-Size Sedan
Best Engine ❌ Avoid (1.9)
4 Generations
21 Engines Rated
5,445 Total Complaints
Engine Ratings
17 recommended 4 avoid

Generation Timeline

2000-2003 A33
6 engines
984 complaints 🔥 12 ☠ 9
3.0L 6-cyl ❌ Avoid (1.0)
→
2004-2008 A34
11 engines
3,156 complaints 🔥 31 ☠ 2
3.5L 6-cyl ❌ Avoid (1.0)
→
2009-2014 A35
4 engines
984 complaints 🔥 9
3.5L 6-cyl ❌ Avoid (1.9)
→
2016-2023 A36
0 engines
321 complaints 🔥 7
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