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2020 Nissan Maxima recalls and problems

1 recall and 22 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2020 Nissan Maxima.

1
recalls
22
owner complaints
3
complaints mentioning a crash
0
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.

2020 Nissan Maxima recalls

Visibility: glass, side/rear

NHTSA campaign 20V570000 · reported September 22, 2020 · Nissan North America, Inc. · 150 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
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.
The risk
Rear window glass that separates from the vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
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.

Most reported problems

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

What owners report

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

Sep 14, 2026 · Vehicle speed control · 23,000 miles · crash reported

The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while her husband was attempting to park and turn off the vehicle, the gear shifter failed to shift into park, the STOP button failed to respond, and the vehicle suddenly accelerated, crashed into a tree in the median strip, knocked down three poles, and…

May 29, 2026 · Engine

2020 Nissan Maxima SR is experiencing CVT transmission issues that appear substantially similar to the defects described in the Nissan CVT Martinez Class Action involving prior Nissan model years.

Aug 25, 2025 · Power train · 106,000 miles

The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Maxima. The contact stated that while driving at 30 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine. The vehicle jerked before stalling in the middle of the road. No warning lights were illuminated. The Police were called to block traffic. The vehicle was towed. The tow truck…

May 28, 2025 · Forward collision avoidance

When I start driving the front collision light comes on and off and then they'll stay on

Feb 26, 2025 · Steering

Nissan dealership said the front control arms are cracking and recommended having them replaced.

Maxima model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2017 410683
2018 23611
2019 11820
2020 12230
2021 0300
2022 0511
2023 0100

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

Questions

Does the 2020 Nissan Maxima have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2020 Nissan Maxima, the most recent reported on September 22, 2020 (Visibility: glass, side/rear). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2020 Nissan Maxima?
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is forward collision avoidance (4 complaints), followed by structure (4).
How many 2020 Nissan Maxima complaints mention a crash or fire?
3 of 22 complaints report a crash and 0 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 14, 2026.