Model year guide

1995 Nissan Maxima

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1995 Nissan Maxima is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 16 on record.

1995 Nissan Maxima — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1995 Nissan Maxima at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints169
Combined21 mpg
Typical price$769

Free: specs, open recalls for that exact car, build sheet and fair price.

1995 Nissan Maxima recalls 5

Exterior Lighting:headlights NHTSA Campaign #08E050000 · 11/08/2008

K2 MOTOR IS RECALLING 1,921 AFTERMARKET HEADLAMPS OF VARIOUS MODELS SOLD FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS ARE MISSING THE AMBER SIDE REFLEX REFLECTOR WHICH FAILS TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."

Fix: K2 MOTOR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND. THE RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMEBER 17, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT K2 MOTOR AT 1-909-839-2992.

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #06E049000 · 24/05/2006

CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE 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.

Fix: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.

Exterior Lighting:headlights NHTSA Campaign #09E025000 · 11/05/2009

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.

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.

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #09E012000 · 07/04/2009

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.

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.

Exterior Lighting NHTSA Campaign #06E026000 · 23/03/2006

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.

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.

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

1995 Nissan Maxima common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 169 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Fuel System
Sniff for fuel odor, check for leaks, hard starts or stalling, and confirm the fuel gauge reads correctly.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Interior Lighting
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

1995 Nissan Maxima MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg
City19 mpg
Highway26 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,600

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 1995 Nissan Maxima worth?

Low
$550
Typical price
$769
High
$1,100

From 8 comparable 1995 Nissan Maxima listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1995 Nissan Maxima costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$18,000
Fuel only$18,000
Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1995 Nissan Maxima trims & engines on record

Trims
SE
Engines
3.0L 6-cyl

1995 Nissan Maxima vehicles on record

1995 Nissan Maxima 1995 Nissan Maxima SEJN1CA21D7ST021844 1995 Nissan Maxima 1995 Nissan Maxima SEJN1CA21D3ST649108 1995 Nissan Maxima 1995 Nissan Maxima SEJN1CA21D6ST636904 1995 Nissan Maxima 1995 Nissan Maxima SEJN1CA21D4ST037192 1995 Nissan Maxima 1995 Nissan Maxima SEJN1CA21D5ST046080 1995 Nissan Maxima 1995 Nissan Maxima SEJN1CA21D1ST041278 1995 Nissan Maxima 1995 Nissan Maxima SEJN1CA21D8ST090154 1995 Nissan Maxima SEJN1CA21D6ST022189 1995 Nissan Maxima 1995 Nissan Maxima SEJN1CA21D8ST070535 1995 Nissan Maxima 1995 Nissan Maxima SEJN1CA21D0ST039456 1995 Nissan Maxima 1995 Nissan Maxima SEJN1CA21D7ST036909 1995 Nissan Maxima 1995 Nissan Maxima SEJN1CA21D7ST044363 1995 Nissan Maxima 1995 Nissan Maxima SEJN1CA21D7ST001044 1995 Nissan Maxima SEJN1CA21D5ST041610 1995 Nissan Maxima 1995 Nissan Maxima SEJN1CA21D4ST089129 1995 Nissan Maxima SEJN1CA21DXST615666

Other Nissan Maxima model years

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1995 Nissan Maxima — frequently asked questions

Does the 1995 Nissan Maxima have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 1995 Nissan Maxima. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 1995 Nissan Maxima?

Based on 169 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are electrical system, structure, air bags.

What gas mileage does the 1995 Nissan Maxima get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 1995 Nissan Maxima at about 21 mpg combined (19 city / 26 highway).

How much is a 1995 Nissan Maxima worth?

Comparable 1995 Nissan Maxima listings run roughly $550–$1,100, typically around $769 (from 8 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.