Cat Back Exhaust for Nissan Maxima (2009-2015) 3.5L

High-Flow Stainless Cat Back Exhaust for 2009-2015 Nissan Maxima

What it Does: The Cat Back Exhaust replaces the restrictive factory exhaust on the 2009-2015 Nissan Maxima to lower backpressure, accelerate exhaust gas velocity, and deepen exhaust acoustics without throwing a CEL.

The Stock Nissan Maxima Exhaust Bottleneck

The OEM exhaust system on the A35 chassis relies on heavy, baffled multi-chamber mufflers, restrictive resonators, and narrow press-bent piping that necks down at critical flow transitions. This factory geometry creates excessive backpressure against the naturally aspirated VQ35DE, trapping thermal energy in the exhaust tract and choking mid-to-high RPM scavenging efficiency. Furthermore, factory mild steel construction is prone to road salt corrosion, brittle flange cracking, and deteriorating heat shields over extended heat cycles.

The Engineering Solution

Engineered as a bolt-on upgrade, this cat-back system is constructed from high-grade, polished T-304 stainless steel to provide total oxidation and corrosion resistance under intense thermal stress. Smooth, mandrel-bent tubing maintains a uniform cross-sectional diameter throughout every bend, eliminating turbulence and promoting laminar exhaust gas flow. Featuring precision TIG-welded seams, factory-indexed mounting hangers, and low-restriction straight-through mufflers with polished tips, this system delivers an aggressive exhaust note while mating directly to factory flange locations without cutting or modification.

Technical Specifications

Compatibility

• 2009 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6 (A35)
• 2010 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6 (A35)
• 2011 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6 (A35)
• 2012 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6 (A35)
• 2013 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6 (A35)
• 2014 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6 (A35)
• 2015 Nissan Maxima 3.5L V6 (A35)

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this fit the A35 Maxima?
Yes, this is a direct fit for the 2009-2015 Nissan Maxima equipped with the 3.5L VQ35DE engine.

Will this cat-back exhaust system trigger a Check Engine Light (CEL)?
No, because this system bolts downstream of the factory catalytic converters and oxygen sensors, it retains standard emissions parameters without throwing diagnostic codes.

The Nissan Performance Caliber

Built to elevate the 4-Door Sports Car platform, this exhaust system uncorks the acoustic depth and high-RPM breathing capabilities of the legendary VQ35DE V6 while resisting rust and harsh road conditions for years to come.