Nissan Maxima Lemon Law

Name: Nissan Maxima
Brand: Nissan

Lemon law options for Nissan Maxima sedan owners

Model years covered: 2016-2023

About Nissan Maxima Lemon Law Claims

The Nissan Maxima is Nissan's flagship sedan, but the 8th generation (2016-2023) has generated over 900 NHTSA complaints. Maxima owners report issues with the CVT transmission, engine performance, and steering problems. If your Maxima has persistent defects that Nissan cannot resolve, you may be entitled to a lemon law buyback.

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Nissan Maxima Lemon Law Statistics

Estimated Annual Claims: 500+
Success Rate: 68%
Average Settlement: $28,000-$38,000
Most Common Outcome: Vehicle buyback

Known Nissan Maxima Defects

CVT Transmission Shudder & Failure (high severity, 2016-2023): The Jatco CVT exhibits shuddering, whining, and premature failure despite the Maxima's premium positioning. NHTSA Complaints: 380. Symptoms: Shuddering, Whining noise, Hesitation, Complete failure.
3.5L V6 Engine Issues (medium severity, 2016-2023): The VQ35DE develops oil consumption, timing chain noise, and rough idle conditions. NHTSA Complaints: 280. Symptoms: Oil consumption, Timing chain noise, Rough idle, Check engine light.
Steering & Suspension Noise (medium severity, 2016-2023): The front suspension develops clunking and the steering exhibits play and noise over bumps. NHTSA Complaints: 180. Symptoms: Clunking over bumps, Steering play, Noise from front end, Vibration at speed.

Nissan Maxima Recall History

Total recalls: 8

The Maxima has been subject to 8 recalls including brake issues, fuel system concerns, and airbag problems.

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Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for Nissan Maxima

Nissan has issued over 45 TSBs for the Maxima addressing CVT calibration, engine performance, and suspension noise.

Class Actions & Litigation: Nissan Maxima

The Maxima shares CVT litigation with other Nissan models. Individual claims have moderate success rates.

State Lemon Law Notes for Nissan Maxima

California Lemon Law Attorneys: CA covers Maxima within 18 months/18,000 miles. CVT failure is the primary claim.
New York Lemon Law Attorneys: NY covers within 2 years/18,000 miles. Engine and transmission issues qualify.
New Jersey Lemon Law Attorneys: NJ covers within 2 years/24,000 miles. Steering issues qualify as safety defects.

Frequently Asked Questions: Nissan Maxima Lemon Law

Is the Nissan Maxima CVT reliable?

The Maxima CVT shares the same Jatco design with documented issues. If yours fails after repair attempts, it qualifies for lemon law.

How much is a Maxima lemon law settlement?

Settlements range $28,000-$38,000 depending on trim. Platinum trim commands higher values.

Is the Maxima being discontinued?

Nissan discontinued the Maxima after 2023. This doesn't affect your lemon law rights for vehicles purchased during production.

Can I lemon law a Maxima for steering issues?

Yes, if steering problems affect safety and persist after repair attempts, they qualify as a substantial defect.

References & Sources

NHTSA Complaints: Nissan Maxima — NHTSA
Nissan CVT Class Action — ClassAction.org

Lemon Law Attorneys for Nissan Owners

These lemon law attorneys can review a claim involving your Nissan Maxima and explain the options available in your state.

Long & Long Injury Attorneys — Mobile, AL — Rated 5/5
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Craig Kimmel — Ambler, PA — Rated 5/5
Kimmel & Silverman PC, Lemon Law Attorneys — Ambler, PA — Rated 5/5

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