2016 Nissan Maxima: Electrical System complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 31 owner complaints for the 2016 Nissan Maxima that list the electrical system component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11669745 (filed 06/27/2025): “Odometer fraud. the contact purchased a 2016 nissan maxima. the contact stated that while the vehicle was at an independent mechanic pending repairs after the contact was involved in a crash, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. the independent mechanic requested a carfax report a…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11662859 (filed 05/23/2025): “The power on the dashboard goes out and i have no way of knowing my speed, the milage, or any other information on how the vehicle is operating. the radio and other dashboard instruments are off the screens are black and i can't receive any information on how the vehicle is operating. our safety is …”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11659998 (filed 05/09/2025): “Battery light keeps turning on and brake light. replaced alternator and battery after my vehicle stalled on me on the road, but the issue and problem is still on going.…”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Moderate
Finding and splicing chewed wiring is doable with a multimeter and patience but can be time-consuming; harness replacement is pro work. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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