Nissan North America, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #21V020000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 21V020000 by Nissan North America, Inc.. Affecting 2013-2015 nissan pathfinder vehicles Includes 264,431 affected units, Brake Light Switch Relay may Stick, component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2013-2015 nissan pathfinder vehicles

Defect Summary

Nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2015 nissan pathfinder vehicles. the location of the brake light switch may cause the brake light switch relay to repeatedly open and close. overtime, this can cause the relay to stick in the "on" position, with the brake lights remaining illuminated even when the brakes are not applied. additionally, this may interfere with the brake-shift interlock, allowing the driver to shift the vehicle out of the "park" position, without depressing the brake pedal.

Corrective Action

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, either re-install the brake light switch or swap positions with the automatic speed control device (ascd) switch; depending on the model year vehicle. in addition, the brake light relay will be replaced with a new one. all repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began march 1, 2021. owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. nissan's number for this recall pc786. note: this recall supersedes 16v-380.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 21V020000
Report Received Date: 2021-01-20T00:00:00
Subject: Brake light switch relay may stick
Component: Exterior Lighting
Potentially Affected Units: 264,431

Details

MFR Campaign Number: PC786
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Nissan north america, inc. (nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2015 nissan pathfinder vehicles. the location of the brake light switch may cause the brake light switch relay to repeatedly open and close. overtime, this can cause the relay to stick in the "on" position, with the brake lights remaining illuminated even when the brakes are not applied. additionally, this may interfere with the brake-shift interlock, allowing the driver to shift the vehicle out of the "park" position, without depressing the brake pedal.
Consequence Summary: Continual illumination of the brake lights can prevent other drivers from realizing the vehicle is actually slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash. with the brake override activated, the driver will not be able to accelerate normally, increasing the risk of a crash. the driver can shift the vehicle out of the "park" position without depressing the brake, allowing the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, either re-install the brake light switch or swap positions with the automatic speed control device (ascd) switch; depending on the model year vehicle. in addition, the brake light relay will be replaced with a new one. all repairs will be performed free of charge. the recall began march 1, 2021. owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. nissan's number for this recall pc786. note: this recall supersedes 16v-380.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 63.3

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NHTSA ID: 21V020000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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