NHTSA Recall # | 96524 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 13V139000 |
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Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
Supplier | INFINITI |
Brand | INFINITI |
Model | JX |
Model Year | 2013 |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
Date of notification | 20/05/13 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 03/12/12 |
End date of manufacturing | 29/01/13 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 12/04/13 |
Report created | 15/04/13 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 19258 |
Defect summary | Nissan is recalling certain model year 2013 pathfinder and infiniti jx vehicles manufactured december 3, 2012, through january 29, 2013. The front brake torque member was improperly cast resulting in structural weakness. This can lead to premature failure and cracking. |
Consequence summary | If the brake torque member fails, the brake caliper may move and contact the inside of the road wheel, resulting in reduced braking, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the manufacturing date of the torque members and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on may 20, 2013. Owners may contact nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |