Nissan Maxima NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2023 Nissan Maxima an overall safety rating of 5 out of 5 stars, with 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2023):
NHTSA rates the Nissan Maxima at 5 ★ overall, 5 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 5 ★ rollover.
Nissan Maxima Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 2023 Nissan Maxima 4 DR FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 0 | 1 |
| 2022 | 2022 Nissan Maxima 4 FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 0 | 5 |
| 2021 | 2021 Nissan Maxima 4 DR FWD | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 5 ★ | 0 | 3 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Nissan Maxima Safety FAQ
Is the Nissan Maxima a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Nissan Maxima an overall crash rating of 5 out of 5 stars, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Nissan Maxima?
The Nissan Maxima scores 5 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 9.5%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Nissan Maxima have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Nissan Maxima as having electronic stability control, with forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.