Maximum Overdrive: Awards and nominations
| Year | Category | Subcategory | Info |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | Academy of Science Fiction, Fantasy & Horror Films, USA | Nominee Saturn Award | Best DVD/Blu-Ray Classic Film Release |
| 1988 | Fantasporto | Nominee International Fantasy Film Award | Best Film (Stephen King) |
| 1987 | Razzie Awards | Nominee Razzie Award | Worst Actor (Emilio Estevez) |
| 1987 | Razzie Awards | Nominee Razzie Award | Worst Director (Stephen King) |