1998 Nissan Maxima Nissan Maxima 1998

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1998 Nissan Maxima repairs by problem area

Engine (44%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (8%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (11%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (29%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (2%)

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1998 Nissan Maxima brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (17%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (50%)

< $100 (17%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

1998 Nissan Maxima

Engine not specified

105000 mi

US $1350
ABS right front sensor replaced (ABS light had come on). 

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1998 Nissan Maxima 4-door

6-cylinder automatic 2WD

98580 mi

C $40
LR brake caliper stiff, uneven pad wear, caliper and pads replaced 
180700 mi

US $150
Soft brake pedal. Shop bled them twice in last few months. They replaced Master Cyl this time. Not corrected. Bled twice more in the next week. Getting some air out and brakes are getting better but not corrected yet. Discounted costs. 
182300 mi

US $140
The slide on the bottom of the caliper was frozen so that only the top of caliper was movable. Caliper replaced, problem of soft pedal finally resolved! 
99000 mi

US $140
New rear Calipers, pads, and rotors 
71000 mi

US $780
Replaced rear brake rotors, pads and calipers due to wear and rust in calipers as car was parked for 3 months when I was out of country. Replace after market lug nuts due to broken key. 

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1998 Nissan Maxima Brake Problems

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