Nissan recalls 2013-2015 Pathfinder models with brake lights staying on, causing crashes. Free repairs to fix brake light switch and relay.
Continual illumination of the brake lights can prevent other drivers from realizing the vehicle is actually slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash. With the brake override activated, the driver will not be able to accelerate normally, increasing the risk of a crash. The driver can shift the vehicle out of the "PARK" position without depressing the brake, allowing the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of injury.
Nissan is recalling certain 2013-2015 Pathfinder vehicles because brake lights may stay on even when brakes aren't pressed. This can cause crashes by making drivers think the vehicle is slowing down. The fix involves replacing the brake light switch or relay at no cost. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1248564-nissan-pathfinder-2015-brake-lights-stay-on-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1248564-nissan-pathfinder-2015-brake-lights-stay-on-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #21V020000
“Nissan Pathfinder 2015: Brake Lights Stay On Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1248564-nissan-pathfinder-2015-brake-lights-stay-on-risk. Based on NHTSA recall 21V020000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=21V020000).
The brake light switch can cause the brake lights to stay on when brakes aren't pressed, making drivers think the vehicle is slowing down. This increases crash risk. Additionally, the switch may allow shifting out of park without braking, causing the vehicle to roll away and potentially injure someone.
Owners of 2013-2015 Nissan Pathfinder vehicles are affected. Drivers most at risk are those who may shift out of park without braking.
Check if your 2013-2015 Nissan Pathfinder has brake lights staying on when brakes aren't pressed. The recall covers vehicles with the brake light switch located in a way that causes the relay to stick in the 'ON' position.
Call 1-800-867-7669 to get repair instructions for your vehicle.
Dealers will fix the brake light switch or relay at no cost by re-installing or swapping the switch with the Automatic Speed Control Device switch.
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, either re-install the brake light switch or swap positions with the Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) switch; depending on the model year vehicle. In addition, the brake light relay will be replaced with a new one. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 1, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall PC786. Note: this recall supersedes 16V-380.
The brake light switch location can cause the relay to stick in the 'ON' position, keeping brake lights on when brakes aren't pressed. This may also let drivers shift out of park without braking.
Your 2013-2015 Nissan Pathfinder may have brake lights staying on when brakes aren't pressed. The recall covers vehicles with the specific brake light switch location that causes the relay to stick.
Dealers will either re-install the brake light switch or swap it with the Automatic Speed Control Device switch, and replace the brake light relay. All repairs are free.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Nissan to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 21V020000 — Nissan Nissan Hello, I own a Nissan that is covered by recall 21V020000 from Nissan. The official recall notice states: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, either re-install the brake light switch or swap positions with the Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) switch; depending on the model year vehicle. In addition, the brake light relay will be replaced with a new one. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 1, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall PC786. Note: this recall supersedes 16V-380. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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