HIGHWAY SAFETY RESEARCH & COMMUNICATIONS

Nissan Maxima

2009 - 2012 models

OVERALL BUMPER EVALUATION: Poor

OVERALL WEIGHTED AVERAGE DAMAGE: $1,687


TEST DETAILS: During the front full-overlap test, the bumper system engaged the barrier, resulting in cover, absorber, reinforcement, and grille damage. During the rear full-overlap test, the bumper underrode the barrier. In addition to cover, absorber, and reinforcement damage, the rear body was crushed, the right quarter panel was dented, and both taillamps were cracked. During the front corner test, there was no bumper/barrier lateral engagement, resulting in the headlamp being crushed by the barrier backstop. In turn, the headlamp was driven into the fender, buckling the fender and an underlying support. Additionally, the windshield washer reservoir was crushed. During the rear corner test, there was no bumper/barrier lateral engagement. In addition to cover and absorber damage, the rear body panel and quarter panel extension were crushed.

Front full
test damage:
$997
Rear full
test damage:
$2,494
Front corner
test damage:
$1,787
Rear corner
test damage:
$1,352

 

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