2014 Nissan Leaf: brake failure

Filed Jul 9, 2024 · Brakes, Electrical · GA · crash

[XXX] - I was on the way to work on a clear and sunny morning. After stopping at a traffic light, vehicles started moving forward through the intersection. Traffic was building and the lady in front of me stopped very quickly. When I pressed the the brake pedal to stop behind her nothing happened. The brakes did not brake! The pedal went all the way to the floor. It didn't even try to slow down. I just rolled right into the back of her. The front end of my 2014 Nissan LEAF sustained significant damage and the rear bumper of her SUV sustained minor damage. Both of us had minor neck/back pain after. I am still recovering from spine surgery and I'm concerned about any long term issues that may be caused from this accident. We were in a very busy area of Atlanta and it is amazing that no one was seriously hurt. After calling 911 and being on hold for close to 30 minutes State Farm advised it was okay to swap info without an official police report. I don't want this accident to count against my accident free/good driver discount with my insurance. There were no warning lights on my dash or audible brake sounds. I have had similar problems in the past with the brakes not engaging. It has been to the dealership at least 4 times for brake related issues in the 10 years that I have had this car. The dealership and 1 independent garage have inspected my brake system, including fluid, pads and rotors. Everything is in good condition. In the past there was a correlation between the 12V battery power and the brakes not working. It has not been possible to recreate the problem on demand. I've reported this very serious safety issue to Nissan Consumer Affairs. They deny responsibility, but will not provide it in writing. A basic google search shows that I am not the only LEAF owner that has this problem. It is parked in my driveway and is considered unsafe to drive unless it is repaired per the dealership. I am glad that no one else in my family was injured because of this. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFOR

Filed Dec 1, 2021 · Brakes · MD

Brake Failure - ABS noise, there is zero brake action. Pedal goes all the way to the floor and nothing happens. Car makes an ABS noise but there is zero brake action. I reported this to Nissan dealer twice at first, they couldn't find a problem now their saying it maybe the ABS Control Unit. They want to replace the ABS Control Unit at $2,200 but does not guarantee that's the problems. The Nissan dealer states that the car is not safe to drive. even if I pay them $2,200 to replace the ABS control unit.

Filed Apr 20, 2021 · Brakes · 60,000 miles · UT

I was driving my 2014 nissan leaf sl at a low speed (5-10 MPH) when the brakes had a sudden and unanticipated total brake failure. While pulling up to a stoplight to make a right turn, I was unable to stop the car for approximately 10 feet beyond where I had intended. Fortunately, there were no other vehicles or pedestrians in my path. This event happened in downtown salt lake city. From the point of failure, I was able to predictably stop the car with some exertion. But clearly, a fundamental major component of the vehicle failed. It was not part of the brakes themselves, or the rotors, or wear. I drove the vehicle directly to ken garff nissan, which was approximately 5 blocks away. They diagnosed the problem and reported that it was a failure of a major electrical component that provides braking to the brake system. I contacted nissan about the issue, and reported to them that after searching the internet I had seen other reports from individuals about similar problems with their nissan leaf between the model years 2013-2015. There were reports of this problem affecting more than 40 vehicles. Nissan USA explained that they didn't have any recalls for that issue, and that I would simply have to pay for the repair. However, I felt that this experience, because it was so dangerous, and so sudden, and wasn't a result of poor maintenance or an error of any sort, it should be escalated and evaluated for recall. Nissan USA showed no interest or intention of making further inquiry into the problem, so I felt I should push for a recall. My case number with nissan USA was originally assigned as #436-319-65, and a new case number was assigned as #436-368-82. The individuals assisting in the cases were named pamela and nancy, respectively.

Filed Feb 20, 2021 · Brakes · 47,000 miles · CA

The braking system is not working. Few times while driving on the road, the brakes stopped working and I had to use the emergency brakes. The brakes malfunction while the car is in motion. On a city streets.*dt*jb*dt*jb*dt consumer was told by the dealer brake cylinder system needed to be replaced for $3000.00.

Filed Jul 8, 2017 · Brakes · 44,000 miles · FL

Backing out of the driveway, the brakes failed and I was unable to stop the vehicle as it rolled into the street. Brake pedal went to the floor and loud noises were heard from inside the engine compartment. Towed to dealership, paid ~$300 to "reinitialize and reconfigure" the brake system.

Filed May 10, 2016 · Brakes · 30,600 miles · WA

Brake failure. Pressing on brakes with normal pressure had no effect. Pressing on pedal very hard would stop the car. When doing so there was a noise that I believe was associated with the ABS braking system. This could have been disastrous if there had been a pedestrian around. Took to dealer. They said the braking controller had failed. They replaced and it appears normal now. This vehicle had the cold weather brake controller update applied to it approximately a month earlier.