2001 Nissan Maxima Recalls

What To Do If Your Maxima Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Nissan, so if you own a 2001 Maxima take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

1. Call Nissan to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.

Recent 2001 Maxima Recalls

• EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS Recall for 2001 Nissan Maxima

  • Recall Announced MAY 11 2009
  • NHTSA Reference #09E025000
  • Number Affected 42,540

  Summary: Dope, Inc. Is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, And Associated Equipment." These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

  Consequence: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

  Fix: Dope, Inc. Will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on July 28, 2009. Owners may contact dope, Inc. At 1-626-272-1798.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09E025000 »

• EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recall for 2001 Nissan Maxima

  • Recall Announced APRIL 07 2009
  • NHTSA Reference #09E012000
  • Number Affected 16,270

  Summary: Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. These headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, And Associated Equipment." These lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.

  Consequence: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.

  Fix: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. The safety recall began on May 11, 2009. Owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #09E012000 »

• EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recall for 2001 Nissan Maxima

  • Recall Announced MARCH 23 2006
  • NHTSA Reference #06E026000
  • Number Affected 61,944

  Summary: Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

  Consequence: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

  Fix: Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. The recall began on April 3, 2006. Owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E026000 »

• SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM Recall for 2001 Nissan Maxima

  • Recall Announced MAY 30 2002
  • NHTSA Reference #02V146000
  • Number Affected 90,500

  Summary: On certain passenger vehicles, the pin at the end of the front suspension transverse link (lower control arm) could break where it is mounted to the frame.

  Consequence: This can cause a knocking sound and abnormal steering. This could result in difficulty controlling the vehicle and increasing the risk of a crash.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the transverse links on the left and right sides with new ones. Owner notification began July 29, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261 or infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #02V146000 »