Brake Disc Rotor Problems of Nissan Pathfinder

While braking at any speed the steering wheel pulsated. Dealership informed/repaired the warped front brake rotors. Consumer was still having the same problems.

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While driving below 25 mph, the consumer heard a loud knocking noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection twice. The mechanic was not able to duplicate the problem. A week later while driving approximately 25-30 mph, the consumer heard the same loud knocking noise coming from the front of the vehicle. Suddenly the right front wheel came off causing the consumer to have difficulty maintaining control of the vehicle. The consumer managed to pull over. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection. The cause has not been determined at this time. Please provide further details. The consumer stated that a since the first day an intermittent noise like a scrapping noise was heard when the vehicle was driven at idle speed. The noise disappeared by applying gentle pressure to the brake and would reappear aain when releasing the brake. After 500 miles the problem still existed. The consumer stated that the invoice labeled the problem as a baffle plate rubbing against the rotor. The consumer stated that he still has temporary tags on his vehicle because the dealership lost the original paperwork. When the vehicle tire came off 4 of the 6 wheel mounting studs were missing and the two that were present were loose. The brake drum was moving and the fender was dented.

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Consumer stated that the brakes were soft. The front end shimmied when braking. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the rotors were warped and needed front pads. Also, the consumer was told that a sub standard brake system was installed by the manufacturer. The dealer offered to turn the rotors and replace the pads with an upgrade. The consumer stated the brake system on the 2004 models were too small.

Consumer complained about multiple brake problems. While driving and attempting to apply brakes he heard a grinding noise. Then vehicle shook and vibrated. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, and was told by the dealer that they were having a nation wide problem with the brakes due to manufacturer's design flaw. Consumer indicated that when he took vehicle to the dealer they put new brake pads and resurfaced the rotors when the vehicle was just a month old.

Brake rotors were replaced twice, and the brake pads were replaced and turned several times. However, they kept wearing out.

Within every 2500 miles front rotors prematurely wore out. Brake rotors had been replaced 5 times within one year. Dealer was unable to locate the problem.

Wheels shook, and the brakes were not performing properly. Brakes rotors were replaced on each time when vehicle was serviced.

Lost presets to radio and time numerous times when ignition turned off. Squealing under left front tire and uneven wearing of rotors, caused braking to be sporatic and hard to stop.

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