2017 Nissan Maxima: Air Bags complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 18 owner complaints for the 2017 Nissan Maxima that list the air bags component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11678954 (filed 08/07/2025): “Air bag sensor keeps turning on. after several resets, and it’s always a different airbag sensor that sets it off.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11610971 (filed 08/26/2024): “Airbag warning light stays on at the dashboard. passenger air bag light indicates airbag is off when someone is actually in the seat. this is incorrect.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11576099 (filed 03/07/2024): “Rear passenger pillars between passenger doors and trunk plastic trim pieces have both broken off. the plastic clips are so flimsy they broke off.…”
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: Pro
Airbag and seat-belt restraint systems are safety-critical and need a scan tool and manufacturer procedures; do not DIY. (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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