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Nissan North America, Inc.
Safety Issue:
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.
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Mfg Campaign: PM971
Recall Date: Mar 3, 2021
Nissan North America, Inc.
Safety Issue:
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Potential Risk:
FREE Recall Solution:
Additional Details:
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall Date: Sep 12, 2019
Consumer Complaints
331 ComplaintsNissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
On 10/28/2024 I was driving on a highway at 60 mph with light traffic. All of a sudden the radio display panel went blank and all the warning lights on dashboard lit up. The car started to slow down and did not gain speed even when gas pedal is pressed. Car speed went down to 40 mph. I put on hazard lights and looking for safe spot to park the car. I drove for 2 to 3 minutes and then dashboard warnings lights went out, radio came back and the car gained speed again. It drove normal again. This car has other issues as well such USB ports do not function.
Corrective Action:
On 10/28/2024 I was driving on a highway at 60 mph with light traffic. All of a sudden the radio display panel went blank and all the warning lights on dashboard lit up. The car started to slow down and did not gain speed even when gas pedal is pressed. Car speed went down to 40 mph. I put on hazard lights and looking for safe spot to park the car. I drove for 2 to 3 minutes and then dashboard warnings lights went out, radio came back and the car gained speed again. It drove normal again. This car has other issues as well such USB ports do not function.
Additional Notes:
On 10/28/2024 I was driving on a highway at 60 mph with light traffic. All of a sudden the radio display panel went blank and all the warning lights on dashboard lit up. The car started to slow down and did not gain speed even when gas pedal is pressed. Car speed went down to 40 mph. I put on hazard lights and looking for safe spot to park the car. I drove for 2 to 3 minutes and then dashboard warnings lights went out, radio came back and the car gained speed again. It drove normal again. This car has other issues as well such USB ports do not function.
Mfg Campaign: 11621184
Recall Date: Oct 22, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while pressing the START/STOP button, the brake pedal seized, and the vehicle failed to start as needed. The contact continuously pressed the START/STOP button while depressing the brake pedal, and the vehicle eventually started. The contact stated that the stop lamp switch had previously been replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the stop lamp switch needed to be replaced again. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V135000 (Exterior Lighting); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while pressing the START/STOP button, the brake pedal seized, and the vehicle failed to start as needed. The contact continuously pressed the START/STOP button while depressing the brake pedal, and the vehicle eventually started. The contact stated that the stop lamp switch had previously been replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the stop lamp switch needed to be replaced again. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V135000 (Exterior Lighting); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while pressing the START/STOP button, the brake pedal seized, and the vehicle failed to start as needed. The contact continuously pressed the START/STOP button while depressing the brake pedal, and the vehicle eventually started. The contact stated that the stop lamp switch had previously been replaced; however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was determined that the stop lamp switch needed to be replaced again. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V135000 (Exterior Lighting); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Mfg Campaign: 11621216
Recall Date: Oct 22, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Consequences:
The radio system of car the Nissan connect turns on and off when the car is parked and off it does drain my car battery to the point I have to replace it all the time this issues happened the camera works off and on the CarPlay and android auto sometimes work but it doesn’t which is a safety concern when trying to answer calls through the car and messages but it won’t let me do that due to those issues
Corrective Action:
The radio system of car the Nissan connect turns on and off when the car is parked and off it does drain my car battery to the point I have to replace it all the time this issues happened the camera works off and on the CarPlay and android auto sometimes work but it doesn’t which is a safety concern when trying to answer calls through the car and messages but it won’t let me do that due to those issues
Additional Notes:
The radio system of car the Nissan connect turns on and off when the car is parked and off it does drain my car battery to the point I have to replace it all the time this issues happened the camera works off and on the CarPlay and android auto sometimes work but it doesn’t which is a safety concern when trying to answer calls through the car and messages but it won’t let me do that due to those issues
Mfg Campaign: 11619364
Recall Date: Oct 11, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
POWER TRAIN
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 163,339.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 163,339.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle unexpectedly downshifted. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted; however, the failure recurred. The dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 163,339.
Mfg Campaign: 11617398
Recall Date: Oct 1, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Consequences:
See attached document for complaint.
Corrective Action:
See attached document for complaint.
Additional Notes:
See attached document for complaint.
Mfg Campaign: 11612375
Recall Date: Sep 3, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Potential Consequences:
See attached document for complaint.
Corrective Action:
See attached document for complaint.
Additional Notes:
See attached document for complaint.
Mfg Campaign: 11612375
Recall Date: Sep 3, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT:IMMOBILIZER/PROXIMITY:KEY/SENDER
Potential Consequences:
See attached document for complaint.
Corrective Action:
See attached document for complaint.
Additional Notes:
See attached document for complaint.
Mfg Campaign: 11612375
Recall Date: Sep 3, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
SERVICE BRAKES
Potential Consequences:
The car will not register the brake activation to be able to start the vehicle. Hence, we have a broken car that now doesn’t work
Corrective Action:
The car will not register the brake activation to be able to start the vehicle. Hence, we have a broken car that now doesn’t work
Additional Notes:
The car will not register the brake activation to be able to start the vehicle. Hence, we have a broken car that now doesn’t work
Mfg Campaign: 11612069
Recall Date: Sep 2, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Consequences:
The car will not register the brake activation to be able to start the vehicle. Hence, we have a broken car that now doesn’t work
Corrective Action:
The car will not register the brake activation to be able to start the vehicle. Hence, we have a broken car that now doesn’t work
Additional Notes:
The car will not register the brake activation to be able to start the vehicle. Hence, we have a broken car that now doesn’t work
Mfg Campaign: 11612069
Recall Date: Sep 2, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
The car will not register the brake activation to be able to start the vehicle. Hence, we have a broken car that now doesn’t work
Corrective Action:
The car will not register the brake activation to be able to start the vehicle. Hence, we have a broken car that now doesn’t work
Additional Notes:
The car will not register the brake activation to be able to start the vehicle. Hence, we have a broken car that now doesn’t work
Mfg Campaign: 11612069
Recall Date: Sep 2, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
POWER TRAIN
Potential Consequences:
Mounting bracket on trainy broke
Corrective Action:
Mounting bracket on trainy broke
Additional Notes:
Mounting bracket on trainy broke
Mfg Campaign: 11610625
Recall Date: Aug 24, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the brake warning light illuminated. The contact replaced the sensor at the residence; however, the failure persisted. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V135000 (Exterior Lighting); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the brake warning light illuminated. The contact replaced the sensor at the residence; however, the failure persisted. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V135000 (Exterior Lighting); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the brake warning light illuminated. The contact replaced the sensor at the residence; however, the failure persisted. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V135000 (Exterior Lighting); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000.
Mfg Campaign: 11605459
Recall Date: Jul 30, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Potential Consequences:
UNKNOWN....transmission issue/failure under 100,000 miles. Recalls on previous models in 2013-2017. Transmission failed in my 2019 with under 100,000 miles.
Corrective Action:
UNKNOWN....transmission issue/failure under 100,000 miles. Recalls on previous models in 2013-2017. Transmission failed in my 2019 with under 100,000 miles.
Additional Notes:
UNKNOWN....transmission issue/failure under 100,000 miles. Recalls on previous models in 2013-2017. Transmission failed in my 2019 with under 100,000 miles.
Mfg Campaign: 11604497
Recall Date: Jul 25, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
SERVICE BRAKES
Potential Consequences:
Having issues with my brake switch. I’ll press on the brakes but it won’t appear as if i’m pressing it which makes it hard for me to start my car. I have to wiggle the brake and press it numerous times for the brake lights to engage.
Corrective Action:
Having issues with my brake switch. I’ll press on the brakes but it won’t appear as if i’m pressing it which makes it hard for me to start my car. I have to wiggle the brake and press it numerous times for the brake lights to engage.
Additional Notes:
Having issues with my brake switch. I’ll press on the brakes but it won’t appear as if i’m pressing it which makes it hard for me to start my car. I have to wiggle the brake and press it numerous times for the brake lights to engage.
Mfg Campaign: 11604180
Recall Date: Jul 24, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Potential Consequences:
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while his grandson was driving, another motorist informed him that the brake lights were inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the brake light switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failure had previously been repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V135000 (Exterior Lights). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that the recall repair was a one-time free repair. No additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 149,475.
Corrective Action:
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while his grandson was driving, another motorist informed him that the brake lights were inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the brake light switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failure had previously been repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V135000 (Exterior Lights). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that the recall repair was a one-time free repair. No additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 149,475.
Additional Notes:
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Sentra. The contact stated that while his grandson was driving, another motorist informed him that the brake lights were inoperable. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the brake light switch needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failure had previously been repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V135000 (Exterior Lights). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but confirmed that the recall repair was a one-time free repair. No additional assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 149,475.
Mfg Campaign: 11597525
Recall Date: Jun 28, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
SERVICE BRAKES
Potential Consequences:
On 05/03/24; my CVT failed in my 2019 Nissan Sentra. From 05/03-06/07 Manchester City Nissan had my vehicle. As there were issues fixing my CVT that was blamed on paperwork. Upon picking up my vehicle I noticed there was a brake issue. As the brakes don't push back when needing to use them. No lights on. Replaced tires, brakes and rotors. Still an issue. Shop believes it is my ABS that is faulty/failed. If I encounter the need to brake quickly; this can result in a serious collision.
Corrective Action:
On 05/03/24; my CVT failed in my 2019 Nissan Sentra. From 05/03-06/07 Manchester City Nissan had my vehicle. As there were issues fixing my CVT that was blamed on paperwork. Upon picking up my vehicle I noticed there was a brake issue. As the brakes don't push back when needing to use them. No lights on. Replaced tires, brakes and rotors. Still an issue. Shop believes it is my ABS that is faulty/failed. If I encounter the need to brake quickly; this can result in a serious collision.
Additional Notes:
On 05/03/24; my CVT failed in my 2019 Nissan Sentra. From 05/03-06/07 Manchester City Nissan had my vehicle. As there were issues fixing my CVT that was blamed on paperwork. Upon picking up my vehicle I noticed there was a brake issue. As the brakes don't push back when needing to use them. No lights on. Replaced tires, brakes and rotors. Still an issue. Shop believes it is my ABS that is faulty/failed. If I encounter the need to brake quickly; this can result in a serious collision.
Mfg Campaign: 11595115
Recall Date: Jun 18, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Potential Consequences:
Just had transmission fluid changed, now car is jerking and has no response to acceleration pedal. With car in park and gas pedal pushed down the RPM's don't move. Losing power going up a small incline RPM's drop to 500 and speed drops from 55 to 30mph. No codes from scanning but check engine light is on. Nissan has no idea what is going on.
Corrective Action:
Just had transmission fluid changed, now car is jerking and has no response to acceleration pedal. With car in park and gas pedal pushed down the RPM's don't move. Losing power going up a small incline RPM's drop to 500 and speed drops from 55 to 30mph. No codes from scanning but check engine light is on. Nissan has no idea what is going on.
Additional Notes:
Just had transmission fluid changed, now car is jerking and has no response to acceleration pedal. With car in park and gas pedal pushed down the RPM's don't move. Losing power going up a small incline RPM's drop to 500 and speed drops from 55 to 30mph. No codes from scanning but check engine light is on. Nissan has no idea what is going on.
Mfg Campaign: 11591904
Recall Date: Jun 1, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
POWER TRAIN
Potential Consequences:
Just had transmission fluid changed, now car is jerking and has no response to acceleration pedal. With car in park and gas pedal pushed down the RPM's don't move. Losing power going up a small incline RPM's drop to 500 and speed drops from 55 to 30mph. No codes from scanning but check engine light is on. Nissan has no idea what is going on.
Corrective Action:
Just had transmission fluid changed, now car is jerking and has no response to acceleration pedal. With car in park and gas pedal pushed down the RPM's don't move. Losing power going up a small incline RPM's drop to 500 and speed drops from 55 to 30mph. No codes from scanning but check engine light is on. Nissan has no idea what is going on.
Additional Notes:
Just had transmission fluid changed, now car is jerking and has no response to acceleration pedal. With car in park and gas pedal pushed down the RPM's don't move. Losing power going up a small incline RPM's drop to 500 and speed drops from 55 to 30mph. No codes from scanning but check engine light is on. Nissan has no idea what is going on.
Mfg Campaign: 11591904
Recall Date: Jun 1, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
ENGINE
Potential Consequences:
Just had transmission fluid changed, now car is jerking and has no response to acceleration pedal. With car in park and gas pedal pushed down the RPM's don't move. Losing power going up a small incline RPM's drop to 500 and speed drops from 55 to 30mph. No codes from scanning but check engine light is on. Nissan has no idea what is going on.
Corrective Action:
Just had transmission fluid changed, now car is jerking and has no response to acceleration pedal. With car in park and gas pedal pushed down the RPM's don't move. Losing power going up a small incline RPM's drop to 500 and speed drops from 55 to 30mph. No codes from scanning but check engine light is on. Nissan has no idea what is going on.
Additional Notes:
Just had transmission fluid changed, now car is jerking and has no response to acceleration pedal. With car in park and gas pedal pushed down the RPM's don't move. Losing power going up a small incline RPM's drop to 500 and speed drops from 55 to 30mph. No codes from scanning but check engine light is on. Nissan has no idea what is going on.
Mfg Campaign: 11591904
Recall Date: Jun 1, 2024
Nissan North America, Inc.
Defect Description:
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Consequences:
Transmission has been slipping and now car won’t go into gear at all, door handles have broken on both front doors.
Corrective Action:
Transmission has been slipping and now car won’t go into gear at all, door handles have broken on both front doors.
Additional Notes:
Transmission has been slipping and now car won’t go into gear at all, door handles have broken on both front doors.
Mfg Campaign: 11582827
Recall Date: Apr 13, 2024
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