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2001 Nissan Maxima Steering Problems

Steering complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2001 Nissan Maxima has 6 NHTSA steering complaints and 0 steering-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2001 Nissan Maxima

Engine
29
Airbags
26
Electrical
25
Suspension
22
Brakes
22
Powertrain
8
Fuel System
7
Steering
6
Speed Control
6
Tires
6
Structure
5
Seats
5
Visibility
4
Other
4
Lights
3

6

Complaints

0

Recalls

1

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 9, 2026

All Steering Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Oct 14, 2022STEERING,SUSPENSION,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMUnknown. Recently bought vehicle, it's in great condition other than there is noticeable problems wi...
Feb 13, 2015STEERINGIMMORAL CAR COMPANY! NISSAN, THE NEXT BIG BAILOUT. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO START MY VEHICLE, THE KEY SE...
Sep 22, 2013STEERING,SUSPENSION,ENGINETL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 NISSAN MAXIMA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FRONT CONTROL ARM AND MOTOR M...
May 5, 2005STEERING,ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLINGMY SERVICE ENGINE COMES ON EVERY WEEK. I HAVE TO PUT IT IN THE SHOP ALL THE TIME AND THE STEERING KE...
Apr 24, 2001STEERING,AIR BAGSWHILE TRAVELING AT 60 MPH STEERING WHEEL LOCKED UP AND LOSS OF BRAKES OCCURRED, CAUSING VEHICLE TO...
Jan 1, 1970STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC,VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL,EQUIPMENTNUMEROUS PROBLEMS WITH VEHICLE'S FRONT ROTORS. *MR THIS WAS THE CONSUMER'S THIRD SET OF FRONT RO...

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