Six problems related to brake disc have been reported for the 1999 Nissan Altima. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Experienced steering wheel vibration and brake pedal pulsation while braking. I had the dealer replace the braking system at 20,000 miles at a cost of $1,050. 37. We are now experiencing the same problem. Dt.
Brake light came on in car, thought it was an electrical problem. Was told that I needed new front brakes. Went to 2 dealerships - both said same: front brake pads worn, replace front brake pads and resurface rotors. Total came to $247. 74. Since this car is less than 1 year old, am I expected to replace the front brakes @ about every 10,000 miles? this is a major defect!!!.
There is a leaning sensation on the left drivers side from front to back. Took to an alignment specialist, left front side had bad springs. On right side tie rods had to be replaced. Also, brakepads were wearing out and rotors were warped. Vibration while driving and bad shimmy when braking.
At 12,000 miles vehicle would squeal whenever brakes are applied with more pressure then normal. Vehicle been in dealer shop on three occasions. Dealer informed consumer that they are unable to locate the problem, and refused to look at the vehicle any longer.
The brakes consistently squeal and now the brake pedal deploys to the floor; Nissan of smithfield notified. Car brought in for inspection, oil changes, etc. Service department does not want to hear that these brakes squeal and I feel something is wrong with them. There have been numerous complaints in the newspaper regarding this year, make and model car regarding brakes. There is something definitely wrong; I respectfully request that an investigation be made regarding the brake systems, the squealing and other relative safety factors of the Nissan Altima 1999 braking system. Thank you.
I have been having a "squealing" brake for the past couple of months. Throughout the entire day, my brakes would make a shrilly noise whenever I braked (at least 4 or 5 times throughout the day). I took my car to the mechanics and had a brake inspection done. The mechanic said my brakes are brand new. . . So I went to the Nissan dealer in cerritos. They informed me of a memo that Nissan had sent out to its dealers regarding brake noise, claiming that it was "normal" to have some noise. In any case, I feel that a 6 month old car should have no noise coming from anywhere, considering that I have followed the complete warranty instructions in maintaining my car. In addition, the mechanic that inspected my brakes also told me that he, too, had an Altima; and that his brakes started making noise since 5,000 miles. If there are any reports or any news in regards to Nissan brakes, please contact me. Your help is appreciated.