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full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2014 Nissan Altima brakes problems
severe Owners of the 2014 Nissan Altima have filed 13 NHTSA complaints about the brakes, typically surfacing around 38,000 miles at roughly $450 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of July 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See brakes across all vehicles →
Failure mileage
Complaints
13
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$450
| Model year | brakes complaints |
|---|---|
| 2010 Altima | 10 |
| 2011 Altima | 8 |
| 2012 Altima | 10 |
| 2013 Altima | 25 |
| 2014 Altima (this page) | 13 |
| 2015 Altima | 17 |
| 2017 Altima | 7 |
| 2018 Altima | 16 |
3crashes
1injury
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering brakes on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
NISSAN; DTC P0456 CAUSED BY EVAP LEAK AT VENT CONTROL VALVE O-RING This bulletin has been amended. The APPLIED VEHICLES and CLAIMS INFORMATION sections have been revised. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2013-2017 ALTIMA AND 2014-2017 ROGUE; MIL ON WITH DTC P2004 STORED IF YOU CONFIRM MIL is ON with P2004 (INTAKE MANIFOLD RUNNER CONTROL VALVE POSITION SENSOR) stored. And There are no drivability issues. ACTION 1. Remove the intake manifold. 2. Replace the intake manifold runner control valve position sensor. 3. Re-install intake manifold.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has compiled Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) and Low Tire Pressure Warning System (LTPWS) information for: - Basic diagnosing of TPMS/LTPWS systems - Radio frequency interference causing a "No Data" (C1708, C1709, C1710, C1711) condition - Sensor leaks - Moving TPMS/LTPWS wheel assemblies from one vehicle to another and TPMS/LTPWS sensor registration - Air pressure changes with altitude and ambient temperatures - Aftermarket tire sealers - Aftermarket wheels - Inflating/deflating tires with TPMS/LTPWS sensors See this bulletin for further detail.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗NISSAN: 2013-2015 ALTIMA, MURANO, ROGUE(T32). CONFIGURATION MUST BE PERFORMED ON THE SELECTED VEHICLES WHEN AN ABS CONTROL UNIT IS BEING REPLACED. UPDATED 9/10/15.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
The failure pattern owners describe
Owners report four distinct brake problems on the 2014 Altima. Most serious: complete loss of braking power. Two owners hit other vehicles because the brakes failed to respond at all. One found the rear brake hose bracket had broken, fallen off, or rusted off at one year old. Another discovered the front brake hose hold-down came loose, allowing the hose to rub on the tire and rupture, killing the front brakes entirely.
Rear brake noise is widespread. Multiple owners report grinding or squealing from the rear that gets worse when they press the pedal. One owner at only 4,300 miles had a stuck rear caliper that destroyed the pads and rotor. Some took their cars to dealers and independent shops twice or more—rotors got resurfaced, pads and calipers replaced—and the noise kept coming back.
A few owners mention the brake pedal responds slowly or sluggishly, requiring hard force to stop, and one owner couldn't even use the pedal properly because it was too narrow for his foot and he kept slipping onto the accelerator.
One narrative about engine stalling and brake grinding appears related to brake issues only; the engine stalling is a separate complaint.
Same Nissan Altima brakes reports on nearby years: 2012 · 2013 · 2015
Failure modes owners describe
Complete brake failure - loss of pressure
Brake pedal goes to floor with no stopping power. Owners report total loss of brakes while driving, sometimes followed by collision. One case involved a bracket holding brake hose that broke, fell off, or rusted off; another involved a front brake hose that failed due to rubbing on the tire with the hose hold-down coming loose.
When: At 1 year old (8/27/2015 reported date); 50,000 miles; during normal driving
Symptoms owners cite: Brake pedal goes to floor with no resistance; No braking response when pedal depressed; Complete loss of stopping ability; Visible brake fluid loss or hose failure
Repairs/costs cited: Parts replaced: spring lock bracket (46206-2J00A), brake hose rear (46211-3TA0A), gasket-brake hose (46237-A4600), brake fluid (99MP-A4100P); front brake hose replacement; owner paid out of pocket for one repair and rental car
Rear brake noise - grinding and squealing with stuck caliper
Abnormal grinding, squealing, or squeaking noises from rear brakes that worsen with pedal pressure. In one case with 4,300 miles, the rear caliper was stuck and grinding the pads. Noises persist even after brake pad and rotor replacement at multiple shops.
When: As early as 4,300 miles; recurring issues at 6 months after initial repair; 38,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Grinding noise from rear brakes; Squealing or squeaking noise when brake pedal pressed; Noise worse when depressing brake pedal; Abnormal noise in reverse when braking; Loud squealing/squeezing sound during driving
Repairs/costs cited: Rotor resurfacing and rear pad replacement performed; rotor and pads ruined at 4,300 miles; repeat repairs at multiple shops with continued noise; rear caliper stuck; dealership replaced rotor, rear RH caliper assembly, pad kit, brake fluid, and hardware kit
Brake pedal design issue - positioning hazard
Brake pedal width is not conventional for larger foot sizes, causing foot to slip off pedal onto accelerator. Owner states brake pedal cannot be replaced per dealership.
When: At 1,000 miles
Symptoms owners cite: Foot slips off brake pedal onto accelerator; Difficulty with pedal placement; Vehicle accelerates unexpectedly due to pedal confusion
Repairs/costs cited: Dealer stated brake pedal could not be replaced
Delayed or sluggish brake response
Brake pedal requires excessive force or does not respond quickly when depressed. Happens during normal braking, sometimes resulting in collision. One owner reports this has happened twice.
When: During normal driving; recurring incidents
Symptoms owners cite: Brakes do not react quickly when pedal pressed hard; Requires hard pressure on brake pedal to stop; Vehicle continues rolling despite brake application; Sluggish stopping response
Synthesized from 13 NHTSA owner complaints — unverified consumer allegations, summarized for patterns. The verbatim filings appear below.
What owners are reporting 0 most recent
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Common questions
How serious is the brakes problem on the 2014 Nissan Altima?
It's a meaningful issue. 13 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.
At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?
Across the 9 complaints that reported odometer mileage, most brakes failures cluster between 8,696 and 55,201 miles, with the median around 38,000. A quarter of owners report trouble before 8,696; a quarter make it past 55,201. Maintenance history matters more than the odometer alone — this is the reported failure window, not a guarantee.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to brakes?
No active recalls currently cover brakes issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Nissan/Altima.
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