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2011 Nissan LEAF repairs by problem area

Engine (30%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (4%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (1%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (47%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (6%)

Other (4%)

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2011 Nissan LEAF brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (14%)

< $100 (86%)

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Chart based on 7 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2011 Nissan LEAF 4dr Hatch

107-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD

24000 mi Parking break was catching and then suddenly releasing the first time car went into reverse on cold days. First happened in January 2014, but dealer couldn't reproduce it then. This time they made an adjustment, but problem recurred a few weeks later. 
37000 mi

US $75
Car rear ended Feb last year and I believe they let water accumulate and run down the P brake release cable. The actuator froze up setting off alarms. I disassembled it, repaired it, bought "Leafspy Pro" and a LM327 to reset the codes. 
33200 mi Software update due to grabby brakes at low speeds. 
30000 mi "clicking" noise 
23000 mi Brakes were very 'grabby'. Dealer updated the brake controller firmware referenced ina service bulletin which resolved the issue. 
137000 mi

US $300
Warped rotors. Replaced rotors and pads. Lubricated sliders. 
25400 mi Software update to address grabby brake issue 

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2011 Nissan LEAF Brake Problems

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