2020 Nissan Maxima
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Body, Seats & Latches
Body, Seats & Latches leads by volume: 6 of 21 complaints (29%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Airbags & Restraints include more reported injuries (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 18 in 2019 to 21 in 2020.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | vs. 2020 Midsize Cars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,100 | 3,250 | 3,250 | 3,250 | 3,250 | |
| Combined MPG | 25 | 24 | 24 | 24 | 24 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 21 / 30 | 20 / 30 | 20 / 30 | 20 / 30 | 20 / 30 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 364 | 378 | 378 | 370 | 370 | |
| Complaints filed | 36 | 18 | 21 | 3 | 5 | |
| Recalls issued | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 2 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2020 Nissan Maxima have?
1 NHTSA recall campaign as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2020 Nissan Maxima?
Body, Seats & Latches: 6 of 21 NHTSA complaints (29%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Nissan Maxima get?
EPA rates it 24 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2020 Nissan Maxima?
EPA estimates $3,250 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (1)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (AV-S7) | 6 | 3.5L | Front-Wheel Drive | Premium | Midsize Cars | 20 mpg | 30 mpg | 24 mpg | $3,250 | 378 g/mi |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 2 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (1)
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR · Campaign 20V570000 · Sep 22, 2020
Defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Altima, Maxima and Leaf vehicles. The rear window glass may not remain properly secured to the vehicle.
Consequence: Rear window glass that separates from the vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the back window glass, free of charge. The recall began November 4, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC752.