At some point, when driving through Omaha, you may have heard a grinding sound coming from your car when you press the brakes. Unexpected sounds when you brake indicate problems with your car’s braking system that need to be addressed. The National Highway Safety Administration estimates that some 25% of road accidents are related to faulty brake systems, so if you hear a grinding sound, it’s essential that you diagnose and solve the problem as soon as possible.
The sound of your brakes grinding when stopping could be caused by a few different factors. If you notice that the grinding sound comes when you stop your car, here are some common causes:
If you notice a grinding noise coming from your brakes when you’re driving around Beatrice, it may be as simple as debris bouncing off the caliper and rotor. Although this is an easy fix, you’ll want to get it done as quickly as possible, as debris damage can accumulate fast and cause real damage down the line. You can either try to DIY the debris removal or bring your Nissan by our service department, so our technicians can take care of it.
You may be asking, “Why are my brakes grinding after new pads and rotors?” After all, if you’ve just replaced something, the last thing you want is for there to be an enduring problem. There are a few different reasons why your brakes may still be grinding after you’ve replaced the pads or rotors:
Hopefully by now, we’ve answered the question, “Why are my brakes grinding?” by listing some common causes. If you have any further questions or want more information on your Nissan’s braking system, feel free to contact our office anytime or stop by our dealership near Kearny. If you’re looking to get your Nissan’s brakes serviced, you can schedule an appointment right from our website.
Rotate and balance 4 tires. Check and adjust tire pressure. Complimentary multi-point inspection.
*Certain restrictions apply. See dealer for details. Price and offer availability may vary by model. Taxes and fees additional. No cash value. Must present offer to redeem. May not be combined with other offers. Nissan vehicles only. Void where prohibited.
Rotate and balance 4 tires. Check and adjust tire pressure. Complimentary multi-point inspection.
Includes installation of Nissan Value Advantage® Brake Pads and Rotors. Complimentary multi-point inspection. No appointment necessary.
*Excludes Brembo® Brakes. Certain restrictions apply. See dealer for details. Price and offer availability may vary by model. Taxes and fees additional. No cash value. Must present offer to redeem. May not be combined with other offers. Nissan vehicles only. Void where prohibited.
Includes installation of Nissan Value Advantage® Brake Pads and Rotors. Complimentary multi-point inspection. No appointment necessary.
Includes Genuine Nissan Oil Filter and up to 7 quarts of motor oil (per vehicle specification). Complimentary multi-point inspection. No appointment necessary.
*Excludes diesel models. Using Genuine Nissan Oil Filter and multi-grade oil up to vehicle specification. Certain restrictions apply. See dealer for details. Price and offer availability may vary by model. Taxes and fees additional. No cash value. Must present offer to redeem. May not be combined with other offers. Nissan vehicles only. Void where prohibited.
Includes Genuine Nissan Oil Filter and up to 7 quarts of motor oil (per vehicle specification). Complimentary multi-point inspection. No appointment necessary.