NHTSA model-year recall report

2006 Nissan Maxima Recalls

2 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Affected systems

Urgent advisories

Feb 13, 2006

Latest campaign date

At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Nissan Maxima average of 3.2 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Suspension › Rear, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2006 Nissan Maxima recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 06V046000

Suspension › Rear

Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Reported Feb 13, 2006

What is recalled

ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE REAR SUBFRAME MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED INCORRECTLY, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRACK IN A BRACKET WHICH HOLDS PART OF THE REAR SUSPENSION.

Safety consequence

IF THE BRACKET IS CRACKED, THE STABILITY OF THE VEHICLE MAY BE AFFECTED UNDER SEVERE DRIVING CONDITIONS. THIS COULD LEAD TO A LOSS OF CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE REAR SUBFRAME TO DETERMINE IF IT WAS MANUFACTURED INCORRECTLY AND REPLACE IT, IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 27, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 05V512000

Seats › Front Assembly › Power Adjust

Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Reported Nov 7, 2005

What is recalled

ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE DRIVER PREFERRED PACKAGE, THE WIRE HARNESS FROM THE DRIVER'S SEAT POWER LUMBAR SUPPORT SWITCH MAY BE ROUTED INCORRECTLY AND COULD BE PINCHED UNDER THE DRIVER SEAT.

Safety consequence

A PINCHED HARNESS, IN COMBINATION WITH DRIVING VIBRATION, MAY RESULT IN A SHORT CIRCUIT IN THE HARNESS THAT COULD LEAD TO A FIRE IN THE SEAT.

Manufacturer remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIRE HARNESS AND ROUTE IT CORRECTLY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 16, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Nissan Maxima model years

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2006 Nissan Maxima recall questions

How many recalls does the 2006 Nissan Maxima have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2006 Nissan Maxima. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2006 Nissan Maxima?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology