2014 Nissan Maxima Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Maxima years
- About as many complaints as other years 19th of 29 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 96 complaints with NHTSA about the 2014 Nissan Maxima. That ranks 19th out of 29 Maxima model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is air bags (24 complaints, 25%), typically at around 34,878 miles. Complaints mention 10 crashes, 1 fire, 4 injuries. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 96owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 10complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2014 Nissan Maxima problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 24 | 25% | 34,878 | — | — |
| Power Train | 22 | 23% | 73,500 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 19 | 20% | 90,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 10 | 10% | 43,000 | — | — |
| Engine | 9 | 9% | 56,000 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 8 | 8% | 74,000 | — | — |
| Suspension | 6 | 6% | 66,323 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 5 | 5% | 40,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 4% | 94,000 | — | — |
| Steering | 4 | 4% | 1,020 | — | — |
| Structure | 3 | 3% | 26,500 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 2 | 2% | 20,003 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 2% | 37,350 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 2% | 800 | — | — |
| Visibility | 2 | 2% | 55,750 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 2 | 2% | 88,350 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 1% | 26,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | 70 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2014 Nissan Maxima recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2014 Nissan Maxima.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The transmission would begin slipping and causing power loss after driving it for more than 20 minutes causing it to slow down rapidly especially on hills
I have a 2014 Nissan Maxima. The passenger side door abruptly stopped working and will not open from the inside or outside. Upon speaking with a mechanic, I learned that this is a very common issue with a Nissan and also that there is a class action lawsuit against Nissan because its believed to be…
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that the passengerâs side air bag warning light was illuminated. The air bag located in the seat failed to activate as designed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that the passengerâs side seat sensor was…
Date(s) of Incident: Multiple incidents from [June 3, 2025] to [July 1, 2025] Summary of Complaint I am filing this complaint against Best Price Transmissions for negligence, non-compliance with automotive repair safety codes, and unprofessional conduct that has resulted in substantial financial…
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the headlights became inoperable. The contact stated that the headlights failed to function properly, and the lights were dim. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed and…
Other Nissan Maxima years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Maxima | 1 | 0 |
| 2022 Maxima | 5 | 0 |
| 2021 Maxima | 3 | 0 |
| 2020 Maxima | 22 | 1 |
| 2019 Maxima | 18 | 1 |
| 2018 Maxima | 36 | 2 |
| 2017 Maxima | 104 | 4 |
| 2016 Maxima | 142 | 8 |
| 2015 Maxima | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 | 96 | 0 |
| 2013 Maxima | 62 | 0 |
| 2012 Maxima | 107 | 0 |
| 2011 Maxima | 106 | 0 |
| 2010 Maxima | 275 | 1 |
| 2009 Maxima | 339 | 1 |
| 2008 Maxima | 79 | 0 |
| 2007 Maxima | 129 | 1 |
| 2006 Maxima | 576 | 2 |
| 2005 Maxima | 948 | 2 |
| 2004 Maxima | 1,426 | 2 |
| 2003 Maxima | 206 | 3 |
| 2002 Maxima | 205 | 6 |
| 2001 Maxima | 172 | 3 |
| 2000 Maxima | 360 | 0 |
| 1999 Maxima | 165 | 0 |
| 1998 Maxima | 113 | 1 |
| 1997 Maxima | 102 | 1 |
| 1996 Maxima | 96 | 0 |
| 1995 Maxima | 152 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2014 Nissan Maxima?
Owners most often report air bags, power train, exterior lighting problems. The top one, air bags, accounts for 24 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2014 Nissan Maxima?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2014 Nissan Maxima a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Maxima model years, the 2014 has about as many complaints as a typical year, and NHTSA rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.