If the warning lamp is continuously ignored, one of the brake circuits on the vehicle may fail increasing stopping distances and increasing the risk of a crash.

Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Foundation Components — Master Cylinder

Date Announced
NOV 03, 2009
Vehicles Affected
10,586
NHTSA Campaign #
09V431000
Summary
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2008 Sentra passenger vehicles equipped with Bosch master cylinders. Brake fluid may leak from the master cylinder. If the amount of brake fluid in the master cylinder reservoir decreases to below the minimum level, the brake system warning indicator will illuminate as designed and the brakes will not function properly.
Actions
Dealers will inspect and replace the master cylinder brake booster assembly free of charge. The recall began on December 14, 2009. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
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