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NHTSA recall 07V528000

Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Nissan North America, Inc.

November 16, 2007report date
1,115units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: On certain sport utility vehicles, the antilock brake system/vehicle dynamic control (ABS/vdc) actuator is designed with one ball in the valve section. Some ABS/vdc actuators were manufactured with more than one ball in the valve.

Why it matters: In ABS/vdc actuators with more than one ball, it is possible that fluid flow could be blocked and cause a reduction in brake force in one or both front wheels or affect operation of the ABS and/or vdc. This could result in a reduction in brake effectiveness without warning increasing the risk of a…

The fix: Dealers will replace the ABS/vdc actuator with a new one. The recall began on December 31, 2007.

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All model years NHTSA lists

2008 Nissan Xterra.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 07V528000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.