1993 Nissan Maxima brakes problems

11 complaints (14% of all complaints for this car). 3 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 11
of this car's complaints: 14%
crashes: 3
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Foundation components
4
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
3
Indicator light
1
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
1
Foundation components: disc: pads
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

50k-75k

75k-100k

100k-125k

125k-150k

150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Nissan Maxima brakes problems in other years

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1993 Nissan Maxima owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 30, 2005 · Brakes · 134,000 miles · LA

Service brakes make a pulsating soud when brake pedal is applied as if the ABS system is not functioning. I had vehicle serviced by two different nissan dealership with no satisfaction. 1st dealership replaced front and rear brake pads.2nd dealership bled hydraulic system. Problem not corrected.

Filed Apr 22, 2004 · Airbags, Brakes · NC

While driving 35 MPH or less brake failed. Following the brake failure, frontal air bags deployed without any impact being sustained.

Filed Jan 27, 2004 · Brakes, Fuel system · 108,000 miles · CO

While having the brakes repaired, the mechanic found a hole in the fuel tank. The mechanic recommended replacing the fuel tank as soon as possible to prevent a fire in the event of a collision. Please provide further details.

Filed Apr 2, 2003 · Body, Brakes · NY

During heavy traffic the consumers daughter sharply turned the steering wheel and lost control of the vehicle. Another driver stopped to inform the consumers daughter that the axle appeared to have broken. The axle was replaced. A loud noise had developed, which was due to a defective manifold and muffler. The ABS brakes developed a leak and malfunctioned, which kept the warning light on. The consumer also owns a nissan pathfinder, and found that any impact to the front end would make a dent, there is no support in the front bumper. *mr *scc

Filed Feb 19, 2003 · Brakes · CA

Brake system.. When the brakes were applied there was noise and a delayed reaction. The consumer stated the vehicle has all new brakes pads, however the mechanic was unable to determine where the noise was coming from.

Filed Jan 25, 2003 · Brakes · NJ

Nissan maxima-1993-52000 miles-anti-lock brake failed(brake light on).dealer turned light off, added fluid, told me "no problem".next day, and every day after , brake light stayed on. After a few days, brakes felt squishy. Returned to dealer thurs. Jan.23.03, who now said, "need new anti-lock brake - $1250". I agreed. New part would be in on monday, jan. 27,03; recommended I leave car, because not safe to drive- (will have been without car for 4-5 days).

Filed Aug 7, 1996 · Brakes, Tires · PA · crash · 1 injury

Toyo tires lacked sufficient traction, causing accident.

Filed Aug 1, 1996 · Airbags, Brakes · PA · crash · 1 injury

Poor traction of toyo tires caused vehicle to slide when brakes applied suddenly, resulting in an accident/injury.

Filed Jul 5, 1996 · Airbags, Brakes · PA · crash · 1 injury

Drivers air bag deployment was violent, bruising/burning drivers neck/chest.

Filed Mar 13, 1996 · Brakes · LA

Excessive wear on the rear and front brakes, had brake pads and shoes replaced 4 times in 30k.

Questions about the 1993 Nissan Maxima brakes

Does the 1993 Nissan Maxima have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 11 complaints about the brakes of the 1993 Nissan Maxima, 14% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1993 Nissan Maxima brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1993 Nissan Maxima brakes?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Nissan Maxima have bad brakes?

The Nissan Maxima model years with the most brakes complaints are 2004 (72 complaints), 2006 (59 complaints) and 2000 (33 complaints).