Anyone have a hard time getting used to the brakes?

[Yankee6]

Got my 2.5S sedan 2 weeks ago and Im still struggling with the brakes. They are SO ultra sensitive I need to press down very lightly to stop. When a test drove a different one before I bought mine I didnt have any such issues. Is it possibly in need of an adjustment or is this normal?

[malnevets]

the one you test drove was probably a demo?

I think it would be a good thing that the brakes are so sensitive. Mine was like that too when I first got it, but slowly is fading as the break pads wear down.

Yours will probably do the same. no adjusting should be needed.

[marlin29311]

What kind of car did you have before your altima?

[Yankee6]

2000 Grand Prix GT, but i also drive my wifes 07 Corolla alot and never had a problem with that car even when it was brand new.

[marlin29311]

It may have something to do then with the way that certian cars feel. Coming from a Ford, my brakes felt so incredibly sensitve on my altima coupe, but that's just the way that certian cars feel. The new Honda Accords are even more sensetive than your altima!

I don't believe anything is wrong - it just seems like something you need to get used to. American cars, in my opinion, have always had somewhat of a 'loose' brake pedal.

[mcochran1]

I have a crazy time with them. I drive my trailblazer, which has really spongy brakes compared to the altima, everyday and when i drive the altima, i about throw my wife through the windshield!!LOL

[Yankee6]

Thanks im glad im not the only one. I would have thought 2-3 weeks driving back and forth to work everyday and Id be used to it by now. I still have to like be carefull when slowing down that the car doesnt jerk. Especially like when trying to come to a slow full stop. I have to press so damn lightly to come to a nice gradual stop.

[atlanta3.5]

I agree the brakes are very sensitive..My brakes are better now since the dealership replaced all the calipers and pads under warranty due to a loud noise coming from the pads.I think Nissan may have issued some type of notice regarding the brakes and thats why they replaced mine.