# 2017 NISSAN MAXIMA — SERVICE BRAKES
> NHTSA complaint `2169322` · 2026-01-23 · Nissan North America, Inc.
## Severity
- **Deaths:** 0
- **Injured:** 0
- **Fire:** No
- **Crash:** Yes
- **Police report:** No
- **Medical attention:** No
- **Vehicle towed:** Yes
## Vehicle
- **Make:** NISSAN
- **Model:** MAXIMA
- **Year:** 2017
- **Manufacturer:** Nissan North America, Inc.
- **Component:** SERVICE BRAKES
## Narrative
My son was driving my car to work and this is his account of the incident  On 1/17/2026 on I95 n, the steering wheel abruptly stopped controlling the wheels. It was as if it completely disconnected  and he lost control and crashed into the median. It was a terrifying incident for my son. No other cars were involved. This accident has been reported to my insurance company. This car has been a smooth ride since I've had it. It has UNDER 70,000 miles even though it's a 2017 Nissan Maxima. There were no warning or messages on the dash. I have been ill so the process of getting the car appraised or considered for repairs has just begun.  I incurred towing charges and rental fees. My son is having headaches and back pain since this incident. What made it extremely scary is that it happened suddenly.
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