Does the 2009 Nissan Maxima have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Nissan Maxima, the most recent reported on September 16, 2009 (Suspension). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2009 Nissan Maxima?

Owners have filed 339 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (168 complaints), followed by electrical system (79).

How many 2009 Nissan Maxima complaints mention a crash or fire?

7 of 339 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 6 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2009 Nissan Maxima recalls and problems

1 recall and 339 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2009 Nissan Maxima.

recalls

339

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2009 Nissan Maxima recalls

Suspension

NHTSA campaign 09V358000 · reported September 16, 2009 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 26,398 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Nissan is recalling certain model year 2009 and 2010 altima and maxima passenger cars. The upper front strut insulators may have been manufactured out of specification resulting in a potential for the strut insulator to crack.
The risk: If the strut insulator is cracked, there is a potential for the strut rod to come out of its mounting position, which could affect vehicle stability and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners and dealers will replace both left and right side front strut insulators free of charge. The safety recall began october 2009. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-nissan1 (1-800-647-7261).

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Steering168
Electrical system79
Air bags43
Suspension36
Unknown or other33
Engine18
Seats15
Power train11
Structure8
Visibility/wiper7

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Jan 8, 2026 · Steering
The contact called on behalf of the owner of a 2009 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that after the windshield was replaced by Safelite Auto Glass, the employee at Safelite attempted to start the vehicle; however, the vehicle failed to start, and the steering wheel had seized. The vehicle was towed to the residence…

Jan 30, 2025 · Suspension · 200,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated while driving 65 MPH, the front end of the vehicle started shuddering uncontrollably. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road. The contact was able to continue driving to the residence at 20 MPH. The dealer and the manufacturer were not…

Jan 29, 2025 · Electrical system · 170,000 miles
The contact owns a 2009 Nissan Maxima. The contact received notification of an undisclosed recall. The contact stated that while the vehicle was off, the push-to-start button was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to start. The immobilizer warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was…

Apr 3, 2024 · Steering
The steering wheel lock malfunctioned. The part is available for inspection. The car was parked on the street. It endangered others because it would not start and had to be towed. This issue was confirmed and reproduced by the dealer with diagnostics. There were no symptoms prior to this issue and the warning light…

Apr 1, 2024 · Suspension
The contact owns a 2009 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, he heard an abnormal knocking sound emanating from the engine compartment. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who diagnosed a failure with the front-end…

Maxima model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2006	2	576	21	4
2007	1	129	4	1
2008	0	79	7	0
2009	1	339	7	2
2010	1	275	7	2
2011	0	106	5	1
2012	0	107	6	2

Across all years, the 2004 Maxima has the most complaints (1,426). All Nissan Maxima years →

Questions

Does the 2009 Nissan Maxima have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2009 Nissan Maxima, the most recent reported on September 16, 2009 (Suspension). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Nissan Maxima?: Owners have filed 339 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is steering (168 complaints), followed by electrical system (79).
How many 2009 Nissan Maxima complaints mention a crash or fire?: 7 of 339 complaints report a crash and 2 a fire; 6 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received January 8, 2026.