2003 Nissan Maxima Nissan Maxima 2003

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2003 Nissan Maxima repairs by problem area

Engine (45%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (6%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (27%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (11%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (2%)

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2003 Nissan Maxima brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (50%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $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.

2003 Nissan Maxima 4dr Sedan

255-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual FWD

123000 mi

US $1000
Front left brake caliper seized. Mechanic was able to rebuild, charged 1 hour of labor. 
44640 mi

C $1500
Extensive brake work, including calipers. 
47740 mi The caliper was damaged with brake fluid due to the poor work done replacing the same equipment in January. 
213000 mi

US $1340
Replace ABS sensor 

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2003 Nissan Maxima 4dr Sedan

255-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD

192500 mi

US $210
siezed caliper on the front drivers side 
124300 mi

C $543
Replaced brake pads front rear 4 rotors 1 rear caliper Muffler syste, 

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2003 Nissan Maxima Brake Problems

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