The problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Nissan Sentra vehicles. The brake light switch may become contaminated, preventing the circuit from closing and the brake lights from illuminating.
The risk
The brake lights may not illuminate, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the brake light switch and install a protective grommet, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800867-7769. Nissan's number for this recall is PM971.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 21V-135 (21V135000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | PM971 |
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch |
| Report date | March 3, 2021 |
| Owners notified | July 1, 2022 |
| Vehicles affected | 807,376 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the lights
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 21V-135 repair free?
Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the brake light switch and install a protective grommet, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 1, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800867-7769. Nissan's number for this recall is PM971.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 807,376 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.