NHTSA recall 07V528000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
Nissan Xterra
Reported Nov 16, 20071,115 vehicles affectedNISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.Built Oct 19, 2007 – Oct 29, 2007
The defect
On certain sport utility vehicles, the antilock brake system/vehicle dynamic control (abs/vdc) actuator IS designed with one ball in the valve section. Some abs/vdc actuators were manufactured with more than one ball in the valve.
The risk
In abs/vdc actuators with more than one ball, it IS possible that fluid flow could be blocked and cause a reduction in brake force in one or both front wheels or affect operation of the ABS and/or vdc. This could result in a reduction in brake effectiveness without warning increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the abs/vdc actuator with a new one. the recall began on december 31, 2007. owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.