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Nissan is recalling more than 854,000 cars in the United States and Canada after discovering an issue that could cause the brake lights to fail when the driver presses the pedal.
There is a risk of a rear-end crash if the brake lights don’t illuminate when the pedal is pressed, according to The Associated Press. However, the Japanese car manufacturer said it was not aware of any crashes or injuries caused by the problem.
Nissan does not currently face legal action over the faulty brake lights, but Top Class Actions tracks recalls because they sometimes end in class action lawsuits.
The recall includes certain Sentra compacts and sedans from 2016 through 2019, with 807,376 of the recalled cars coming from the United States, the AP reported.
The issue is caused by silicon contamination from grease used in nearby components, Nissan said. Over time, the contamination can cause oxidation, making the stop-lamp switch near the brake pedal malfunction.
If that happens, the stop-lamps may not light up, and the engine may not start, the AP reported.
The Nissan brake light problem can develop without the car owner being aware of it. Owners may see a malfunction indicator light on the dashboard if the issue is happening, but they will not necessarily know the reason for it.
To fix the problem, owners of the cars under recall will need to schedule a service appointment for the faulty parts to be replaced. Owners will receive an interim repair letter in April that will tell them to schedule a service appointment if they experience the problem, the AP reported.
When enough parts are available in the fall, a second letter will be sent telling all owners to make a service appointment. Dealers will replace the switch and add a protective grommet.
In the meantime, owners can check if their car is under recall using the Nissan USA recall tool.
This is not the first time Nissan has had an issue with brake lights. In January, safety regulators issued a recall on more than 354,000 Nissan Pathfinders, some for the second time, over a faulty brake light that stays on.
In that case, the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration (NHTSA) said 267,276 Nissan Pathfinders built between 2013 and 2015 had a stop lamp relay that can get stuck in the on position, limiting engine power and causing the SUV to start or roll away unexpectedly in some instances.
Do you own a Nissan? Have you noticed any issues with your brake lights? Let us know in the comments!
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27 thoughts onNissan Recalls More Than 854K Cars Over Brake Light Malfunction
I have a 2028 Altima. I have had to replace the brake light switch 3 times already. They now cost about $100.00 . Should have been recalled by now. It’s so dangerous because even after pumping the brakes many times it will finally start my car but while driving the brake light won’t work.
2015 Nissan Versa Traction Control light comes on and brake lights won’t work. Replaced brake switch 1 year ago and now having the same exact problem 1 year later. Why is this not a recall??
2018 Nissan Altima brake light switch issue. Replaced switch and still have this problem. Lights won’t turn on when I hit the brakes and it won’t start car. Have to unplug switch and hope it works. Replacing part worked for a week. Today the lights didn’t go off and made me have to turn OD off to get enough power to go 45mph. Slip indicator light is now on. First time it’s done this. Nissan dealership claims over the phone, “we don’t know how to fix it”
Also if I put car in park, I have to use the shift key to get it into drive. Why TF is this an issue?
Nissan Sentra 2017 been having this problem since I bought the car last year. I cant even start my car at this point. It’s been in my complex parking spot since February. Been having to use my girlfriends car since they won’t give me a rental for more than three days and pay 75 a day after that till the part comes in.
Yes both my brake lights went out. I had to have them rewire them off of something else to get them to work.
I have a twenty twelve Altima and the lights stay dimm on the car how and who do i talk to about this problem
please add me
Please add me ( I have a 2012 wish issues that should have been recalled by Nissan failed to do so and now I’m forced to pay out of pocket
Please add me.
Add me please 2012 & 2013 Nissan Altima