Issue ID | 1493313 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11122973 |
Manufacurer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
Brand | NISSAN |
Model | LEAF |
Model Year | 2015 |
File date | 25/08/18 |
Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | I was driving in somewhat heavy traffic in an urban setting at 25mph when, unexpectedly, i had great difficulty applying the brakes to stop at an intersection. It took considerable effort, including swerving, to avoid hitting the vehicle in front of me, and i pulled into a parking lot as soon as i was able, again having great trouble stopping. The loss of control of the brakes felt like i was skidding on snow or ice, despite the fact that it was a fairly warm august day. There was an accompanying loud, unpleasant sound coming from the brakes when i stomped on them. I had also noticed that a number of warning lights on the dash had come on all at the same time when the problem started. After coming to a complete stop in the parking lot, i turned the vehicle on and off many times, and each time, there was a low but clearly audible thrumming sound, plus a vibration i could feel in the brakes. The sound was particularly surprising to hear, given that the vehicle is otherwise an extremely quiet (100% electric) vehicle. After attempting to restart the vehicle about ten times, i decided to leave to wait for awhile before attempting to start it again. After about 20 min., i started the vehicle without trouble and cautiously drove it home on largely empty side-streets. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 12000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, OH |
VIN pattern | 1N4AZ0CP2FCXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 15/10/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 25 |
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