Abs light came on with the brake light then vibrating noise started. Now every time that I break the car shuts off is able to start on again but about every time I break it shut off again is very dangerous and someone could get hurt. When I bought the car they told me it was a manufacture problem and it was not going to affect the car and now it is. I own the car for 10 months and the warranty expired so now I'm stuck paying for 3000 dollars to get it fixed when in still making payment on the car and can't even afford it.
2004 Nissan Maxima brakes complaints
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It started with a loud noise out of the left front wheel then the ABS light came on then the back and service engine light and then the speedometer would read the speed. Then it shuts down if im at a stop light for a while or out of nowhere this is not safe!!! At all as it can cause and accident. Its has happened at turning lanes and the car behind thank god stop in time or else he would of rear ended me. Soo I took it to the dealer and said it needed a new ABS pump, harness, and ipdm. I've only had this car for 9months its a 2004 nissan maxima with 56,000miles on it and for the price I paid this shouldn't be happening to a car that claims to be sooooo reliable. Not happy at all!!!!! Now im stuck paying $2500.00 for repair and something that I've read sooo many complaints about and nissan just avoids it and says cant do anything since it has no warranty very disappointed!!!! Angry!!! Frustrated!!! And broke!!!!!
With only 30,000 miles on my maxima I have had to replace 1)motor mount 2)front strut 3)rotors (need to be replaced again) and still the wheel shakes even at low speeds.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 nissan maxima. Since the vehicle was purchased, the contact has experienced failures with the radio and headlights, the rotors were replaced three times, the front coil springs were replaced twice, and the battery wiring burned. Currently, the transmission pulls when the vehicle is accelerated. The vehicle will be taken to the dealer to diagnose the transmission failure. The manufacturer stated that no recalls were available for any of the failures. The current mileage was 49,000 and failure mileage was 26,000.
Grinding noises detected from applying brakes on thursday 4/3/08.. Car taken to nissan repair shop to determine cause of problem. Diagnosis is ABS system failure and rear right wheel sensor failure. There was no warning light from the ABS system to indicate a problem contacted nissan headquarters on monday 4/7/08 which is same day the car was taken to repair shop. I have requested some assistance from headquarters with no reply as of this date. Repair bill +- $2,300.00 to get my car back on the road.
I have a 04 maxima-while at first I did not know what the noise was or where it was coming from. I took my car to several places for a mechanic to identify the noise. At first none of them knew what it was. Then finally one said he thought it had something to do with the ABS system. But there was no light to indicate that. The noise continued and I continued to try to find out what it was. I took my car to the nissan dealer in marlow heights and the mechanic told that the noise came from after-market pads. Even I knew that was not it. So I was told just wait and see if it gets worse. Well it has gotten worse. Then if came across a master technician who told me exactly what the problem was (the ABS system) although still ABS light was not on. Now the car is in the shop and of course the car warranty has expired and the extended warranty does not cover the cost (right rear ABS sensor and cap) and let's hope that I don't need an actuator which cost $1,500. I'm waiting to hear from nissan. If they don't cover the cost which I think they should (this being my fourth max) since the car is not really that old. And I also think that nissan knows about this problem. And if they don't cover the cost this will be my last nissan.
Defective ABS sensor ($482.71) apparently a common issue with the 2004 nissan maxima as there is a service bulletin alerting the dealers of the same. I tried to get nissan to at least cover the cost of the part ($202.99) and was finally contacted by the "regional rep" after over a week of e-mails and phone calls. I was told I was basically "sol". Seems to me that a brake issue involving defective parts is very serious one. And at least the consumer should be alerted to it, even if it is not at the recall stage yet!!!! No longer happy with the folks at nissan.
Anti-lock brake and all actuator failures. Started making a bit of noise prior to failure. As a result of the failure, anti-lock, anti-skid, vsc, do not work. I have purchased approximately $1800 in parts.
The ABS system has stopped working at only 42,000. I believe the part is defective. Now the car cannot use ABS to stop which is unsafe in rain or snow. The manufacturer does not want to help pay for the repairs, although the dealer is willing to offer a discount for repair because the car has only 42,000 miles on it when the ABS stopped working.
I have had problems with my 2004 nissan maxima since purchasing it brand new. Within 60 days of purchasing the car, I had to take it back to the dealership due to a malfunction with the brakes. I have spent over $1,500 since keeping the brakes and rotors repaired. I am on my fourth set of tires and have had three alignments and my front end inspected. I have had to replace an engine mount. In 2006 my air conditioner went out and I spent over $500 having that repaired. Now I am in need of a new transmission because there is internal damage due to the clutch slipping even though it is an automatic car. I have two friends with the same model/year car and they have experienced similar or the same problems. Once of my friends just replaced his transmission in his 2004 maxima. This car has cost me at least $5,000 in repairs since I have purchased it and I have never ever received a recall notice on anything. I know that nissan is well aware of the defects in the 2004 maxima, but are not owning up to their responsibility in taking care of all of the problems that I have read about and talked about with different 2004 maxima owners. I have also had the battery replaced twice. The body style of the car is beautiful, but the car itself is a piece of crap due to poor mechanics.
At 65k miles, 2004 nissan maxima began to buck, stall out. Dash lights came on - ABS, slip, brake, tcs off. Grinding noise coming from front of car. Abs seemed to be on all the time. Dealer evaluated - said it needs ABS actuator, which was ordered, and should be ok to drive. In the meantime, traction control does not work, ABS come on all the time, car stalls on acceleration.
I have a 2004 nissan maxima se that I bought 2 years ago with 14000 miles on it. Currently have 24000 miles so I don't drive a lot. In those 2 years, I've had struts, brakes, rotors,A/C problems, tons of anti-lock brake issues(was in shop 4 times) and at 19000 miles, a tire blowout and again another one at 24000 miles. I submitted my paperwork for cracked sidewalls on my goodyear rsa tires on july 1,2007 and have not heard anything yet. This car has been the car from you know where. It just has problem after problem--I get one thing fixed and something else seems to come up.
2004 nissan maxima se. Anti-lock brake (ABS) components failing, there is also a service bulletin on the nissan website describing ways to fix or replace parts, but very expensive. This is absolutely a public safety issue. The ABS did kick on under normal braking and now the ABS motor is stuck running, the brake and ABS lights are on and the ABS system will no longer activate in a dynamic sliding condition. The ABS motor continues running even when the vehicle is turned off and the key is removed. The fuse and motor get extremely hot and may potentially cause a fire in the vehicle if the battery is not disconnected overnight. There are a number of different posting on the web about this problem and at least 3 different nissan dealerships that I have called are aware of this being a problem with this model.
Multiple strut failures on a car with only 28k miles. Also brake rotors continue to warp. This is unacceptable for such a new car.
Dt*: the contact stated the ABS light remained illuminated after the car was turned on or off. The light illuminated on and off by itself. The battery needed to be disconnected to shut the light off. Most of the times, the ABS had to be completely disconnected, and the vehicle was operating without this safety feature. There were no warning signals prior to the incident. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, who determined that the entire ABS system and the sensors needed to be replaced.
I have had numerous problems with my 2004 nissan maxima. I have had to replace tires, have had the vehicle in the shop for the check engine light coming numerous times; have paid to have the battery replaced because the car suddenly stalled; have had the catalytic converter replaced because of one of the check engine light trips to the dealer. Most recently, I replaced the front and back brakes due to what I thought was normal wear and tear. A month later, the ABS brake system fails, and I am told that is not under warranty, and the charge will be $1,645. The car is only two years old. I am at the dealer at least once, sometimes twice a month. I used to be the biggest cheerleader for nissan. I had a 1991 nissan maxima that I bought used with 173,000 miles on it. That car was on the road until it had more than 300,000. Now I feel like I purchased a lemon. I bought a new car because I didn't want the headaches that come along with a used car. I took my car to the dealer on september 18th because something weird going on with the brakes. I had had the brakes changed about a month before that, I knew that they were in good condition. I received a call later that day telling me that my ABS brake system was bad and needed to be replaced. And that I would need to cover the cost because the part was no longer under warranty. I contact nissan north america to lodge a complaint on september 19th to see if they would cover the cost for the ABS system failing, because I don't think that I should have to cover a major repair like that on a 2 year old car. I was told that a regional specialist would call me back within 24 hours. 2 days passed without a return call. I called again on the 22, and again on the 25th with no response. L believe that nissan is aware of all of the manufacturing defects with the maxima and by not responding hope that consumers will go ahead and pay for the repairs over and over again because they are afraid to drive an unsafe car.
Dt*: the contact stated, while decelerating or depressing the break pedal, the front wheels and steering wheel vibrated and jerked from left to right. The problem was recurring, but not constant. The vehicle was inspected and serviced on four separate occasions. Each time, the front break rotors were turned, eliminating the vibration for a short period of time. The manufactured determined the rotors overheat at times, warping the rotors, and suggested the vehicle be taken to another service dealer. The manufacturer also confirmed that warranty has expired, so services would be provided at cost.
At 13k miles, when traveling over 50 MPH and I step on the brake, the steering wheel and front end judders violently. This has caused much concern and worry. However, when I took my car to the dealer I was told that the rotors could be "machined down to a smooth finish at my expense of $120.00". I asked why it wasn't covered under my warranty and was told, "because it's considered maintenance." for a new car - 2004, under 30k miles that is bull and nissan should fix the problem!
Ever since the first day I purchased my 2004 nissan maxima, I noticed something rather odd. At 50 MPH, even less at most times, there is a terrible shimmy which can cause a serious accident. When I step on the brakes at or above 50 MPH, the wheel shakes ferociously out of control, and this can cause a serious serious accident, especially in rain or snow, and even on dry land. I am not the only one. Everyone with a 2004-2006 nissan maxima has this problem. This is a lemon.
Front brakes pulsate violently when braking. Front end shimmies constantly. Original front tires wore out within 10,000 miles. Nissan continues to ignore the design flaws and component failures (rotor failure) in this 2004 maxima. Owners are getting nothing but the runaround when vehicle safety is a huge issue.
Dt*: the contact stated a recall letter was received in the mail 4/20/06. The federal safety agency recall, # 05v512000, concerning seat: front assembly: power adjust. The dealer was notified on 4/21/06 to have the recall repaired. The dealer stated the first available appointment would be 4/26/06, however the contact believed this is not going to be remedied in a timely manor. *ak updated 5/16/2006 - the brake made noise and the tire deflated due to dry rot.
My 2004 nissan maxima has been experiencing loud rattling noise when driving and severe shaking of the steering when applying the brakes. In april 2006 I took the car to the dealership. They stated the struts and suspension needed to be placed and insisted I pay for it. The struts had been replaced in the car previously in april of 2005 along with defective rotors. They also suggested the belts be replaced because they were cracking. I have not had the car two years yet, but parts on this vehicle continue to malfunction exhibiting all signs of defective manufacturing. Additionally I replaced two of the originally tires (goodyear rsa 18") at 12k and 20k miles for tears in the sidewalls. I have reviewed the other complaints on file for this vehicle from other owners and unfortunately I share the same problems with my maxima.
Dt*: the contact stated the steering wheel vibrated while the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle was taken to the dealership, which determined the front rotors needed to be turned and the rear passenger side caliper was rusted to the rotor. The front rotors were turned and the rear caliper and rotor was cleaned. There have been no further problems. Updated 4/11/2006 - the consumer indicated that there is still a slight vibration in the steering column.
Front struts replaced on my brand new 2004 nissan maxima after 9 months. I also had to have my rotors turned after 18k miles. I know of others that had/have the same problems.
1) normal driving conditions, no extraordinary events 2) 'brake judder' causing uncontrolled movement of steering wheel 3) taken to dealer in february 2005, rotors re-surfaced, problem recurrence after only 7,000 miles (may 30, 2005). Taken to dealer june 09, 2005. Dealer will not replace rotors at menufacturer's cost.
Dt: contact states when the vehicle is in reverse there is a loud squeaking noise when the brake pedal is pushed. Also, there is vibration when the brake pedal is pushed while driving the vehicle. A goodyear service dealer stated the rotors needed to be replaced. The dealer where the vehicle was purchased said there was nothing wrong with the brakes. This has been ongoing since the vehicle was purchased.
Consumer complained about an ABS brake system problem. When applying the brake a loud noise was heard. When turning, a clanking loud noise was also heard. Consumer took the vehicle to the deals on 4 separate occasions, however, the problem recurred.*ak *sb
The driver noticed while driving,a squeaking noise was heard coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle started vibrating uncontrollably. The driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the structure of the vehicle was design defect from the manufacturer. A fix was not available at this time. *nm two months after purchase, the brakes began to squeal. Dealer said it was a creep groan and could not repair the problem. Consumer experienced 4 flat tires (goodyear p245/45r18 - model # 96vs2eagrs-avsbrptl) all found to have defective splits called sidewalk circumferential cracks. Consumer received a safety recall notice regarding a sun roof shatter condition.
Purchase new car dec 2003, car vibrated while braking and making a rubbing noise when turning, this was at 11,000 miles, rotors were turned and then problem started again and the rotor were turned a second time. The rotors were turned a third time when the noise returned the fourth visit the rotors were replaced after much protest by the dealership. Now the problem is back again the noise has returned.. Do you have any information regarding a defect with the rotors, struts, or brake pads.. The brake pads were also replaced after I insisted that they were replaced. The dealership continues to say that the rotors get hot and can warp when you hit water on the road, surely the rotors should not have to be replaced after a year of normal wear. I also have a 1997 toyota 4 runner and a 95 4-runner and have never had to replace the rotors. Please advise.
When driving vehicle shook uncontrollably at any speed. *ak there was a severe vibration in the steering wheel, seats, a defect in the rubber molding of the windshield, the brakes squealed, the brake rotors were out of round and a grinding sound when the steering wheel was turned. The tires were rotated a few times, the brakes were lubed and sanded, power steering rack was adjusted, brake rotors were replaced and a brand new set of tires were added.
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