Nissan recalls 2016 Maxima and Murano for brake issue

The Basics: Nissan will recall 12,616 units of the 2016 Murano with manufacturing dates between December 17, 2015, and February 11, 2016, and the 2016 Maxima from November 25, 2015, to February 12, 2016.

The Problem: The ABS actuator may have a damaged O-ring, which could result in a lack of brake fluid pressure. This problem could increase braking distances. The issue can also affect ABS and vehicle dynamic control activation.

Injuries/Deaths: None reported. There also haven’t been any field reports of this problem happening. A Nissan worker discovered the issue during a routine inspection on vehicles at the Smyrna, TN, plant.

The Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the ABS actuator, as necessary.

If You Own One: Nissan will begin the recall on June 4, 2016.

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RECALL Subject : ABS Brake Actuator may have a Damaged O-Ring

Report Receipt Date: APR 07, 2016

NHTSA Campaign Number: 16V193000

Component(s): SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

Potential Number of Units Affected: 12,616

All Products Associated with this Recall

Vehicle Make Model Model Year(s)

NISSAN MAXIMA 2016

NISSAN MURANO 2016

Details

Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.

SUMMARY:

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016 Murano vehicles manufactured December 17, 2015, to February 11, 2016, and 2016 Maxima vehicles manufactured November 25, 2015, to February 12, 2016 and equipped with an antilock braking system (ABS) and Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC). The ABS actuator may have a damaged O-ring that may result in a lack of brake fluid pressure.

CONSEQUENCE:

Insufficient brake fluid pressure may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ABS actuator, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by June 4, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

NOTES:

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.

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