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2016-2019 Nissan Sentra recall: switch

Nissan North America, Inc. reported this safety recall on March 3, 2021. It covers about 807,376 vehicles.

vehicles affected
807,376
reported
Mar 3, 2021
owners notified
Jul 1, 2022
related complaints
66

Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch

What is wrong
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Nissan Sentra vehicles. The brake light switch may become contaminated, preventing the circuit from closing and the brake lights from illuminating.
Risk
The brake lights may not illuminate, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the brake light switch and install a protective grommet, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800867-7769. Nissan's number for this recall is PM971.

Recall number 21V135000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 66 complaints about lights problems.

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Questions about recall 21V135000

Is there a recall on the 2016-2019 Nissan Sentra switch?

Yes. Recall 21V135000, reported on March 3, 2021, covers about 807,376 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 21V135000?

Dealers will replace the brake light switch and install a protective grommet, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800867-7769. Nissan's number for this recall is PM971.

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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