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
makesAndModels2013-2015 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.