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2012 Nissan LEAF repairs by problem area

Engine (24%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (9%)

Suspension and Steering (23%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (27%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (8%)

Other (6%)

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2012 Nissan LEAF brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (17%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (17%)

$100 - $499 (0%)

< $100 (67%)

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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.

2012 Nissan LEAF

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31000 mi Regarding braking is very low or nothing. The dealer service person drove the car and said its working correctly. It's actually working but from 0-20%. It's not working correctly. 

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2012 Nissan LEAF 4dr Hatch

107-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic FWD

37000 mi

US $500
The dealer says he found a leak behind the master cylinder, but the entire master cylinder and mountings are apparently one piece so the whole thing had to be replaced at significant cost. 
11000 mi Warning lights diagnosed. Dealer unsure of cause. Not fixed. Lights went off by themselves on trip home. Deep snow may have affected wheel yaw sensor which subsequently reset by itself. 
34000 mi Right side ABS sensor malfunction. Diagnosed same day, parts put in next day. Repair complete. 
22000 mi Grabby brakes 
22000 mi

US $22000
Brakes locked at 25mph, slid into guard rail 

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2012 Nissan LEAF Brake Problems

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