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2016 Nissan Maxima brakes problems

severe 9 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $450 · see brakes across all vehicles →

Complaints
9
Recalls
1
Avg fix
$450
2crashes
1injury
What stands out

No new NHTSA brakes complaint has been filed on this vehicle in over 7 years — the issue may be aging out of the active population.

Related recalls

severe NHTSA 15V733000 November 5, 2015

Nissan North America, Inc

If the bolts were not properly tightened, the caliper may detach and reduce braking ability, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will check the brake caliper mounting bolts, tightening them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

What owners are reporting 1 most recent

brakes · filed 12/12/2018

Tl* the contact owns a 2016 Nissan maxima. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 18v601000 (service brakes, hydraulic). The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. Buena park Nissan (6501 auto center dr, buena park, ca 90621, (714) 509-5480) was contacted and confirmed that the parts were not available for the recall…

Had brakes trouble with your 2016 Nissan Maxima? File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free, official, and how every report above got here — owner filings are the federal safety record this page is built on.

Common questions

How serious is the brakes problem on the 2016 Nissan Maxima?

It's a meaningful issue. 9 complaints have been filed and the failure mode causes operational problems for owners. Repairs average $450.

At what mileage does the brakes typically fail?

Based on the 9 complaints filed, brakes issues most often appear around 17,580 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.

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?

Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover brakes issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.

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/2016/Nissan/Maxima. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area. Some links on this page are affiliate links.
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