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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 16V380000

2013 Nissan Pathfinder | 2014 Nissan Pathfinder — Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch

Published May 31, 2016 · Recall initiated: May 31, 2016

Summary

NHTSA records recall 16V380000, published May 31, 2016. Recalling firm: Nissan North America, Inc.; 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | 2014 Nissan Pathfinder — Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch.

What's the hazard

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Pathfinder vehicles manufactured June 20, 2012, to June 13, 2013. The brake light switch may have been installed incorrectly causing the relay to make intermittent contact and repeatedly cycle. This may result in the relay remaining in the "ON" position, causing the brake lights to remain illuminated even when the brakes are not applied. Additionally, the brake light switch may interfere with the brake-shift interlock, allowing the driver to shift the vehicle out of the "Park" position, without depressing the brake pedal.

What to do

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake light switch and, as necessary, replace the relay, free of charge. The recall began on July 25, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

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Recall details

Brand
NISSAN
Model
PATHFINDER
Manufacturer
Nissan North America, Inc.
Lot
2013 NISSAN PATHFINDER | 2014 NISSAN PATHFINDER
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | 2014 Nissan Pathfinder — Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V380000 on May 31, 2016. Reported hazard: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Pathfinder vehicles manufactured June 20, 2012, to June 13, 2013. The brake light switch may have been installed incorrectly causing the relay to make intermittent contact and repeatedly cycle. This may result in the relay remaining in the "ON" position, causing the brake lights to remain illuminated even when the brakes are not applied. Additionally, the brake light switch may interfere with the brake-shift interlock, allowing the driver to shift the vehicle out of the "Park" position, without depressing the brake pedal.

What should I do if I have this product?

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake light switch and, as necessary, replace the relay, free of charge. The recall began on July 25, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: NISSAN. Model: PATHFINDER.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)