Car was parked outside husbands work since 7 at 12:15 pm he was advised by a co worker that my car was on fire ! When I ran outside my his workers where trying to put out the fire with the fire extinguishers from the work warehouse ! The fire department ended up finish putting out the fire ! The whole engine compartment was burnt to a crisp and a huge hole was burnt through the hood on the passenger side along side the firewall of car !
2017 Nissan Maxima brakes problems
10 complaints (9% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 23,500. 3 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 9%
- typical mileage
- 23,500
- crashes
- 3
- recalls
- 3
Which part fails
Owners did not name a specific part.
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Nissan Maxima brakes problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2017 Nissan Maxima brakes
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18V‑601. In addition, this recall expands the previous population. The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.
- Risk
- A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS actuator, free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available, currently expected to be during summer 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1‑800‑867‑7669. Note: If the ABS warning light remains illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.
Recall number 19V807000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Nissan Murano, 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2017-2018 Nissan Pathfinder, and 2017 Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.
- Risk
- A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the serial number on the ABS actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1‑800‑867‑7669. Note: When brake fluid has leaked onto the circuit board, the ABS warning lamp will remain illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up. If this occurs, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.
Recall number 18V601000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
- What is wrong
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima vehicles manufactured February 10, 2015, to August 19, 2016 and equipped with Intelligent Cruise Control, 2015-2017 Murano vehicles manufactured August 22, 2014, to August 19, 2016 and equipped with Intelligent Cruise Control, and 2015-2016 Murano Hybrid vehicles manufactured August 22, 2014, to July 19, 2016. The affected vehicles have Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) actuator pumps that may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal electrical circuit board.
- Risk
- A brake fluid leak onto the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ABS Actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1‑800‑647‑7261. Note: When brake fluid has leaked onto the circuit board, the ABS warning lamp will remain illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up. If this occurs, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.
Recall number 16V636000 · Recall details
What 2017 Nissan Maxima owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
My son was driving my car to work and this is his account of the incident On 1/17/2026 on I95 n, the steering wheel abruptly stopped controlling the wheels. It was as if it completely disconnected and he lost control and crashed into the median. It was a terrifying incident for my son. No other cars were involved. This accident has been reported to my insurance company. This car has been a smooth ride since I've had it. It has UNDER 70,000 miles even though it's a 2017 Nissan Maxima. There were no warning or messages on the dash. I have been ill so the process of getting the car appraised or considered for repairs has just begun. I incurred towing charges and rental fees. My son is having headaches and back pain since this incident. What made it extremely scary is that it happened suddenly.
While driving the forward emergency brake light comes on. After it comes on there is a reduction of power. It disables cruise control. This happens when the vehicle is in motion on a city street or when you go to take off.
"takata recall" I recently purchased a 2017 nissan maxima sv and since I have acquired this vehicle I have been having problems with my brakes. As I am driving the car the brakes make a grinding noise. I have taking the car for maintenance on two separate occasion at pohanka nissan (where I purchased the car) and colonial nissan. Both places conveyed to me that there was nothing wrong with my brakes but either location did not drive the car. This is unacceptable for a newer model vehicle to experience such a defective issue. This is a safety hazard and I fear that my brakes will give out while my family and I are driving. I have never filled out a complaint before for my nissans vehicles but I am a faithful nissan buyer that would like this issue resolved.
Aeb system stop my car in the middle on the freeway
When stopping from 55mph down brakes start shaking, pedal starts shaking feels like this aince the first week of buying the vehicle
My vehicle squeaks so bad. I've had numerous problems with my brakes since I purchase it brand new. So I took it back and forward to the dealership for over a year and nothing was done then finally they did a full front and back break job, had the rotors turned and the vehicle is still squeaking badly. The dealership keeps telling me they can't find anything but something is wrong. I'm afraid to go far in my car because of safety concerns. Problem acquires when braking.
While driving on a residential street my car jolted to a stop by itself. There were no cars in front of me and no reason for the automatic emergency braking system to take control. After my car came to a stop it wouldn't move for a few seconds.
Car won't stop when stepping on brakes
Applied brakes in emergency situation. Abs system failed to operate and all four wheels locked and car slid into other vehicle. Also car equipped with brake assist it to failed to operate.
Questions about the 2017 Nissan Maxima brakes
Does the 2017 Nissan Maxima have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the brakes of the 2017 Nissan Maxima, 9% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2017 Nissan Maxima brakes problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 23,500 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2017 Nissan Maxima brakes?
Yes, 3 recalls: 19V807000, 18V601000, 16V636000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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).
Other 2017 Nissan Maxima problems
Airbags 18Body 17Driver assistance 14Electrical 11Transmission 11Engine 8Suspension 7Wheels 6Acceleration 4Seat belts 4Steering 4Visibility 4Fuel system 3Lights 2Seats 1Tires 1
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