If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — Control Unit/Module

Date Announced

DEC 19, 2018

Vehicles Affected

86,265

NHTSA Campaign #

18V916000

Summary

Nissan of North America, Inc (Nissan) is recalling certain 2009 Murano vehicles. The valves within the ABS Hydraulic Control Units (HCU) may react with brake fluids containing specific corrosion preventative additives. This reaction may cause the valves to not close properly.

Actions

Nissan has notified owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid. The HCU will then be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition. If necessary, the HCU will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began February 7, 2019. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

Documents (10)

• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - CAMPAIGN BULLETIN Brake Fluid Flush Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign Reference: R1814 Date: December 20, 2018
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Miscellaneous Document
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• Remedy Instructions and TSB
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - NISSAN CAMPAIGN BULLETIN Brake Fluid Flush Voluntary Safety Recall Campaign Reference: R1814 Date: March 29, 2019
• Recall Quarterly Report #1, 2019-1
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2019-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2019-2
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2019-4