The Nissan Altima is a desirable blend of fuel economy, power, internal space, and handling. This midsize sedan is a leading contender within its marketing segment. Nissans designers engineered the Altima to be a relatively easy car to maintain.

High quality materials and precision engineering means that the car spends minimal time in the shop. Of course, all vehicles are subjected to tremendous stresses, not to mention hazards, every time they are driven, and no vehicle is maintenance free.

The Nissan Altima’s brakes are more than adequate to stop the car in everyday driving situations. A key component of the brakes is the Nissan Altima’s brake caliper. The caliper is comprised of a metal body that serves as the mount point for the rotors, pads, and brake line. It also contains a piston that actually creates the compressive action that presses the pads against the rotors, slowing the vehicle through friction. The Nissan Altima’s brake calipers are not a common wear item, but they can lose their functionality over time as the piston seals wear out. While it is possible to have the calipers rebuilt, it far simpler simply to replace the calipers. Changing the Nissan Altima’s brake calipers is almost as easy as replacing the brake rotors, and involves only the extra step of attaching the brake lines and bleeding the brakes. If you notice dragging brakes, or other reduced functionality from your brakes, don’t hesitate addressing the problem. The brakes are among the most important safety features on the vehicle, and you should never gamble with safety.You can order replacement new or rebuilt Nissan Altima brake calipers anytime from our convenient 24/7 online ordering system and have them shipped directly to your door.