Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder
Nissan 300ZX
Reported May 2, 198411,909 vehicles affectedNISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.Built Jul 1, 1983 – Nov 1, 1983
The defect
Brakes may fail suddenly when applied. Components within the master cylinder may be expelled because a clip which retains them may not be properly installed.
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.system: service brakes; master cylinder.consequences of defect: if the clip falls off or breaks, and brakes areforcefully applied, brake fluid and braking function will be lost. Loss ofvehicle control and an accident could result.