2004 Nissan Maxima brakes problems
Owners reported brakes problems in 75 complaints for the 2004 Nissan Maxima, 4% of the complaints on file.
At a glance
- Complaints
- 75 4% of this year's complaints
- Typical mileage
- 63,000 miles 59 complaints with mileage
- Crashes and fires
- 2 and 4
- Injuries and deaths
- 0 and 2
Source: NHTSA owner complaints
When brakes problems show up
View the numbers
| Mileage | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 0k to 20k miles | 7 |
| 20k to 40k miles | 8 |
| 40k to 60k miles | 10 |
| 60k to 80k miles | 16 |
| 80k to 100k miles | 11 |
| 100k to 120k miles | 3 |
| 120k to 140k miles | 2 |
| 140k to 160k miles | 0 |
| 160k to 180k miles | 1 |
| 180k to 200k miles | 0 |
| 200k+ miles | 1 |
What the data shows
Of the 59 brakes complaints that report mileage, the median is about 63,000 miles, and 42% were reported before 60,000 miles.
These complaints mention 2 crashes, 4 fires, 2 deaths.
What owners wrote
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 nissan maxima. While driving approximately 100 MPH, the vehicle drove off a hill, struck a stop sign, made 360 degree turns into an intersection, and crashed through a brick wall and a chain fence before landing in someone's home. Two occupants were killed, including the driver. The contact stated that the driver of the vehicle was always very cautious when driving and would have obeyed the speed limit.
The ABS braking system broke down several times before it failed all together. The problem appears to be due to a faulty design that allows rust to build up between the wheel sensors and the hub, which appears to be most prevalent in the salt states. The initial symptoms include the ABS firing during regular braking, which could be a safety concern at high speeds. Eventually, the misfiring ABS will cause the ABS controller to burn out completely.
Other problems reported for the 2004 Nissan Maxima
- Transmission 620 complaints
- Drivetrain & axles 322 complaints
- Tires 142 complaints
- Engine 122 complaints
- Suspension 104 complaints
- Electrical system 58 complaints
- Body & structure 56 complaints
- Cruise control 38 complaints