2001 Nissan Maxima brakes problems

Filed Feb 25, 2008 · Brakes, Suspension · 100,000 miles · FL

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 nissan maxima. While driving various speeds, the contact heard a constant knocking sound coming from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they stated that the brakes were the cause of the failure. They test drove the vehicle and diagnosed it as unsafe to drive. The dealer claimed to have repaired the vehicle; however, the noise recurred and the contact also began experiencing steering failure. The dealer stated that the recent failure was due to the lower arm suspension. She found a recall regarding the suspension:front:control arm:lower arm, but nissan stated that her VIN was not included. The contact believes that her VIN should be included in the recall. The recall number was unknown. The failure mileage was 100,000 and current mileage was 125,000.

Filed Jan 2, 2008 · Brakes, Electrical · 55,000 miles · NC

Nothing but problems since the vehicle was purchases new in '01. From replacing the alternator, strong shutter in breaks even after replacing twice and needs again, replaced rear oxygen sensors twice with now a third needed, replaced mass air flow sensor, and now vehicle is out of commission due to needing a new computer system, idle speed control sensor, and rear o2 sensors(again)! Also a leaking power steering pump and power window motors are near death. I understand wear and tear on a vehicle but this is an extreme case! Potential epa issues due to the oxygen sensors failing time after time.

Filed Oct 3, 2007 · Brakes · 53,000 miles · IL

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 nissan maxima. The ABS and check engine warning indicator lights illuminated. While driving 2 MPH and greater, the brake pedal would pulsate when depressed. The mechanic stated that the brake sensors needed to be replaced, but could not determine why the check engine light was illuminated. The failure mileage was 53,000 and current mileage was 54,000.

Filed Jun 5, 2007 · Brakes · FL

We own a 2001 maxima, purchased new, and like lots of other people on this web site, have experienced rotor problems. We have had them resurfaced and replaced at least 4 times since we have owned the car. The car only has 64,000 miles on it, not driven on dirt roads, I do not jam on the brakes, or anything like that, and we have owned other vehicles and never have had this problem with them. We also own a 1999 chevrolet pickup with more miles on it, and have never had this problem on it. Nissan says, like it tells everyone else, that it is the driver's habits which is untrue, and they just do not want to take the responsibility for this obvious defect. We are tired of having to fix these brakes, and spend unnecessary money every 12,000-15,000 miles. It feels like it is not safe when we are trying to stop the car, as it vibrates in the steering wheel terribly, and feels like you could very easily lose control of the vehicle. Next time we purchase a car, we would probably not consider a nissan because of this.

Filed Jan 25, 2006 · Brakes · 46,000 miles · NC · fire

I have experienced repeated problems on at least 6 occasions since I have owned this car with the rotors. Everytime I have this fixed the dealer determined that this was caused by my driving habits which I did not agree with seeing as how I have owned 3 cars prior and have never experienced this problem. I have had to have the catalytic converter replaced, 3 oxygen sensors replaced, and 2 wheel sensors. These occurrences have spanned over 18 months and have cost lots of money! The calipers have locked, and the car caught on fire in the wheel well, also. I have tried to get assistance from the dealer I bought the car from, no assistance from the local nissan dealer in raleigh, and last, but not least - nissan themselves - they even lied to me on the phone and told me that it was sent back to the local nissan dealer, who had the right to cover the costs, but was denying the charge. The local nissan dealer disputed this and it left me with nothing but frustration and with a lemon of a car! I purchased this car with less than 40000 miles and checked the VIN through carfax. I also checked what consumer reports said about the make and model. From what I have experienced ,and the complaints I have seen on this site, I will never purchase another nissan again, and feel that the rotors and sensors should be investigated by nissan.

Filed Sep 13, 2004 · Brakes · 29,900 miles · NJ

The steering wheel would pulsate when slowing down on the highway to pay a toll, making the car difficult to steer. I brought the car to a nissan dealer and was told the rotors were warped. The car has only 30,000 miles and was still under warranty but the dealer refused to cover the obviously defective rotors. Instead they charged me $150 to resurface the two front rotors to fix this problem. I believe this is only a temporary fix, and the rotors will warp again just because they are a defective part, and nissan doesn't want to take any responsibility for this problem.

Filed Jun 4, 2004 · Brakes · 12,090 miles · NJ

While driving 60 MPH, the driver applied the brakes and the vehicle vibrated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for an inspection and the mechanic determined that the rotors needed to be replaced. The problem still continued at this time. *ak the front rotors were replaced and turned. On a later date the rotors needed to be resurfaced. The dealer would not fix the vehicle under warranty. *sc

Filed Apr 21, 2004 · Brakes · 43,000 miles · NY

The rotors malfunctioned, causing them to warp. When the rotors warped and the brake pedal was depressed steering wheel shook. The faster vehicle was driven and when the brake pedal was depressed the worse the steering wheel shook. This could result in consumer losing control of the vehicle. Dealership resurfaced the rotors, but they warped again within 17,000 miles.

Filed Dec 26, 2003 · Brakes · 17,000 miles · FL

My rotors had to be turned at 17,000 (11/30/2001) and 32,000 (11/15/2002) miles due to vibration on braking. The service rep claims it is due to the rotors warping due to heating up and claims it is due to driving habits. I drive primarily highway miles and limited city driving and this reasoning doesn't seem likely. Especially twice. I've also owned a honda accord (112,000 miles) and a toyota camry (70,000 miles) and never had any such problems. This makes me question the claim that it is my braking habits.

Filed Sep 18, 2003 · Brakes, Engine · 15,000 miles · NY

Front brake wheel bearing failed, brake rotors warps in less than 15,000 mi. 02 sensor failed < 15,000 mi, need brakes replaced less than every 15,000 mi. Excessive vibration in front of automobile. Dealer is unable to isolate and repair. Automobile is no dam good.