The 2006 Nissan Maxima has two recalls, both concerning the same rear suspension defect: a bracket holding part of the rear suspension can crack and cause the suspension link to separate, potentially leading to loss of vehicle control and a crash.
The affected bracket sits on the rear suspension subframe and may be thinner than required on certain vehicles. Over time, that reduced thickness allows a crack to form and spread through the bracket. If the bracket fails completely, the rear lower suspension link detaches, which can destabilize the vehicle under hard cornering or braking and raise the risk of losing control.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear subframe may have been made incorrectly, causing a crack in the bracket that supports part of the rear suspension.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the rear subframe and replace it if it was manufactured incorrectly.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
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At a glance
What can fail
The rear suspension subframe attachment bracket may be thinner than specified, potentially causing cracks that could lead to the rear lower link separating from the bracket.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the rear suspension subframe and replace it if necessary.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
