Recall 09V431000: Brake Master Cylinder/Booster Assembly

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

Nissan/Sentra 2009

MANUFACTURER: Nissan North America, Inc.

MFR'S REPORT DATE: October 27, 2009

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09V431000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Foundation Components: Master Cylinder

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 10586

SUMMARY:
Nissan is recalling certain model year 2009 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.

CONSEQUENCE:
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.

REMEDY:
Dealers will inspect and replace the master cylinder brake booster assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during November 2009. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

NOTES:
Owners may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.