Nissan Recalls 2016 Maxima and Murano for Brake System Defect
Nissan is recalling 2016 Maxima and Murano vehicles because a damaged O-ring in the ABS actuator may reduce brake fluid pressure, increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Nissan North America, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2016 Murano vehicles manufactured between December 17, 2015, and February 11, 2016, and 2016 Maxima vehicles manufactured between November 25, 2015, and February 12, 2016. These vehicles are equipped with an antilock braking system (ABS) and Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC). The recall covers 12,616 vehicles.
The defect involves the ABS actuator, which may have a damaged O-ring. This damage can result in a lack of brake fluid pressure. Insufficient brake fluid pressure may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the ABS actuator, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 16, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- NISSAN MAXIMA, MURANO
- Brand
- NISSAN
- Manufacturer
- Nissan North America, Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle — Braking System
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 12,616
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (2)
- MAXIMA
- MURANO
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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