NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Nissan Maxima Safety Ratings
The 2023 Nissan Maxima scores 100 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Exceptional), with a 5-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 0 recalls, and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
The 2023 Nissan Maxima achieved a perfect 100/100 NHTSA Safety Index score, placing it in the Exceptional band. This model year received five-star ratings across all NHTSA crash-test categories. Its strong safety profile is further supported by a clean defect record and a full suite of standard crash-avoidance technology.
The 2023 Nissan Maxima received a NHTSA Safety Index of 100/100 and five-star overall crash-test ratings from NHTSA.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 92 Sedans from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Nissan Maxima ranks 4 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- families prioritizing rollover safety
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
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| NHTSA Safety Index | 100 / 100 (Exceptional) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 5 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 5 / 5 / 5 stars |
| Rollover risk | 9.5% |
| Recalls on file | 0 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 4 of 92 Sedans tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Nissan Maxima?
The 2023 Nissan Maxima sets a new high mark for the nameplate, achieving a perfect 100 out of 100 in MotorCaliber's Safety Index. This places the 2023 edition at the very top of the Exceptional band, a two-point increase over the 2022 model year's strong 98. This rare perfect score reflects top performance across all index components. Crash protection for the 2023 Maxima contributed a full 70 out of 70 points, while avoidance technology added its maximum 10 out of 10. The defect record also scored a perfect 20 out of 20 points, a result of having no recalls on file. The presence of forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control as standard equipment secured the maximum avoidance technology score. Only a single owner complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2023 model year, citing Electrical System and Equipment concerns. This figure is statistically minimal and does not impact the Safety Index. The combination of a perfect Safety Index score, five-star ratings in all four NHTSA crash categories, and a spotless recall history is genuinely rare for any sedan.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Nissan Maxima perform in crash tests?
The 2023 Nissan Maxima 4 DR FWD received a five-star rating in all categories tested by NHTSA: overall, frontal impact, side impact, and rollover. This consistent performance across the board is noteworthy. The rollover risk, measured at 10 percent with a "No Tip" dynamic test result, further substantiates its top-tier rollover safety. No categories were left unrated or identified as weak for this model year.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18391
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NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Nissan Maxima have any recalls?
The 2023 Nissan Maxima has zero recall campaigns on file with NHTSA. No components have been flagged, and there are no park-outside or do-not-drive advisories associated with this model year. Shoppers should still run a VIN check before purchase, as recall records can be updated at any time.
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Nissan Maxima?
NHTSA has received one owner complaint for the 2023 Nissan Maxima, with alleged issues touching the Electrical System and Equipment categories. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged in that report. These are unverified consumer allegations and have not been established as defects.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Nissan Maxima?
Before purchasing a used 2023 Maxima, run the VIN through NHTSA's recall database to confirm no new campaigns have been opened since this analysis. Verify that the vehicle's standard crash-avoidance systems, forward collision warning and lane departure warning, are functioning as intended, since these contributed to the model year's perfect avoidance-tech score.
- The 2023 model year scores a perfect 100/100 Safety Index, a two-point gain over the 2022 Maxima's 98/100, driven by a flawless defect record and full avoidance-tech credit.
- NHTSA awarded five stars in all four crash-test categories for the 2023 Maxima 4 DR FWD, including a 10 percent rollover risk and a No Tip result on the dynamic tip test.
- Zero recall campaigns are on file for the 2023 Maxima, making this one of the few model years in any segment to carry a perfect 20/20 defect-record score within the Safety Index.
- Only one unverified consumer complaint has been reported to NHTSA for this model year, alleging concerns in the Electrical System and Equipment categories, with no alleged crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Nissan Maxima places
The 2023 Nissan Maxima qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Nissan Maxima safety questions
Was the 2023 Nissan Maxima crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 Nissan Maxima, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 100 out of 100, placing it in the Exceptional band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2023 Nissan Maxima crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 Nissan Maxima earned 5 out of 5 stars for overall, 5 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 5 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 9.5%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2023 Nissan Maxima have?
According to NHTSA recall data, no vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Nissan Maxima as of Oct 1, 2026. Equipment recalls, if any, are excluded from the Safety Index. Run your VIN through NHTSA's recall lookup to confirm the status is current.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Nissan Maxima?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2023 Nissan Maxima. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
Other Maxima years
Rivals in Sedan (2023)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Audi RS 5 Sportback | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Audi S4 | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Polestar 2 | 100/100 | 5 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Tesla Model S Later Release | 100/100 | not rated | 0 |
| 2023 Audi A4 Allroad | 99/100 | not rated | 1 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 18391), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Nissan Maxima 2023.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 4 of 92 in the Sedan class for 2023.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.