Mechanic Notes

2016 Nissan Sentra Switch recall 21V135000

Safety recall

Component: Exterior Lighting: Brake Lights: Switch · Campaign 21V135000 · Reported 03/03/2021

Symptoms / what can happen

The brake lights may not illuminate, increasing the risk of a crash.

Cause

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.

The fix, in plain English

Safety recall work is done free by a franchised dealer. Official 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.

Difficulty

Not DIY: recall remedies are performed by a franchised dealer.

Cost

Free to the owner at a dealer while the recall applies. Outside the recall, costs vary; get a written quote.

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