Nissan Maxima extended warranty
The Nissan Maxima is a sedan that was offered with a gas engine. Here's what the factory warranty covers, what it leaves out and what to look for in a plan.
- BodySedan
- PowertrainGas engine
- StatusNo longer sold new
Worth covering
Parts to check in a Maxima plan
- EngineThe engine block, cylinder heads and the internally lubricated parts inside them: pistons, crankshaft, camshafts, timing chain, oil pump and valve train.
- TransmissionThe transmission case and internal parts, the torque converter, valve body and, on most plans, the transmission control module. Automatic, manual, CVT and dual-clutch units are all eligible.
- Air conditioningThe compressor, clutch, condenser, evaporator, receiver-drier and expansion valve.
How much factory warranty is left on your Maxima?
Estimate only, assuming the car was first sold early in its model year. Your in-service date is on your registration or available from a dealer.
Nissan Maxima factory warranty
New Nissan vehicles typically come with basic coverage for 3 years or 36,000 miles and powertrain coverage for 5 years or 60,000 miles, whichever comes first. Coverage starts on the date the vehicle was first sold. Terms can differ by model year, so confirm yours in the warranty booklet or with a Nissan dealer.
The Maxima is no longer sold new in the US, so most examples are close to or beyond the end of factory coverage.
Why body style matters
Sedans are the least demanding body style mechanically. There is one driven axle on most, no transfer case and less weight for the brakes and suspension to manage, so plan prices are usually at the lower end.
Naturally aspirated gas engine
A conventional gas engine has no turbocharger, which removes one expensive part. The costly failures are internal: timing chain components, head gaskets, oil pumps and, on direct-injection engines, the high-pressure fuel pump. Powertrain-level plans cover these internally lubricated parts.
About Nissan
Most Nissans use a continuously variable transmission. A CVT is usually replaced as a unit rather than rebuilt, which makes transmission coverage the main reason Nissan owners look at extended plans.
Choose your coverage
Plan levels for the Maxima
The parts that make the car move, and the most expensive to replace.
Powertrain plus the major named systems.
Exclusionary coverage: everything except a short list of exclusions.
From the blog
Reading for Nissan Maxima owners
- Brand guidesNissan Factory Warranty ExplainedA plain-English look at Nissan's basic and powertrain factory warranty, what each typically covers, what's excluded and options after it ends.4 min read
- Repairs and costsTiming Chain Problems: Symptoms and CausesLearn the warning signs of a stretched or failing timing chain, what causes it, why repairs are labor-heavy, and how service contracts may treat it.4 min read
- Repairs and costsHead Gasket Failure ExplainedWhat a head gasket does, the warning signs of failure, why it happens, what repairs involve and how extended warranties often treat it.4 min read
FAQs
Frequently asked questions
Is the Nissan Maxima eligible for extended coverage?
Eligibility depends on the vehicle's year and mileage, and each provider sets its own limits. Because the Maxima is no longer sold new, older examples may qualify only for powertrain-level plans.
Which coverage level fits a Nissan Maxima?
If the gas engine and transmission are your main concern, a powertrain plan covers them. If you also want air conditioning, electrical parts and electronics covered, look at a mid-level or comprehensive plan.
How much does a Nissan Maxima extended warranty cost?
Price depends on the model year, mileage, coverage level, deductible and your ZIP code. Request a quote with your details for an actual price.