2008 Nissan Sentra recall: master cylinder

Nissan North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on November 3, 2009. It covers about 10,586 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 10,586
reported: Nov 3, 2009
owners notified: Dec 14, 2009
related complaints: 21

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinder

What is wrong: Nissan is recalling certain model year 2008 sentra passenger vehicles equipped with bosch master cylinders. Brake fluid may leak from the master cylinder. If the amount of brake fluid in the master cylinder reservoir decreases to below the minimum level, the brake system warning indicator will illuminate as designed and the brakes will not function properly.
Risk: If the warning lamp is continuously ignored, one of the brake circuits on the vehicle may fail increasing stopping distances and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the master cylinder brake booster assembly free of charge. The recall began on december 14, 2009. Owners may contact nissan at 1‑800‑647‑7261.

Recall number 09V431000

Affected vehicles

Nissan Sentra 2008 2008

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 21 complaints about brakes problems.

2008 Nissan Sentra

Questions about recall 09V431000

Is there a recall on the 2008 Nissan Sentra master cylinder?

Yes. Recall 09V431000, reported on November 3, 2009, covers about 10,586 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V431000?

Dealers will inspect and replace the master cylinder brake booster assembly free of charge. The recall began on december 14, 2009. Owners may contact nissan at 1‑800‑647‑7261.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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