Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/moduleRecall 18V-916 · 2009 Nissan Murano

Nissan North America, Inc. recall 18V-916 covers 86,265 2009 Nissan Murano for a antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module problem, reported to NHTSA on December 19, 2018. The manufacturer's latest report (2020 Q2) shows 22% of affected vehicles repaired.

22%
Vehicles repaired19,123 of 86,265 · 2020 Q2
Vehicles affected86,2651 model
ReportedDec 19, 2018Owners notified Feb 7, 2019
Complaints since6Same system, after the recall

Source: NHTSA recall 18V916000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by an NHTSA defect investigation.

What's wrong

The problem

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.

The risk

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

What to do

The fix

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.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov

Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Repair progress

How fast cars are being fixed

22%repaired

Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.

0%50%100%2019 Q12020 Q2
1 model

Vehicles in this recall

Built from July 9, 2007 to August 29, 2009. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.

Background

The investigation behind this recall

  1. Extended Braking DistancesEA18001 · closed Jan 17, 2023
    NHTSA