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Nissan Sentra Recall 23V421: Water leak can corrode wiring and cause fire or crash risk

NHTSA campaign 23V421, reported June 12, 2023, 230 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A driver's side cowl seal on certain 2022 Sentra vehicles may be missing or improperly installed. Water can leak into the cabin and corrode electrical components. Corrosion can cause failures such as loss of wiper or exterior lighting, inoperative air bags, or a vehicle that can shift into gear without the brake pedal being applied. These conditions raise the risk of a crash, and an electrical short circuit could cause a fire.

Dealers will inspect the driver's side cowl and reseal it if needed. If moisture or corrosion is found, the main harness and engine room harness will be replaced. All repairs are free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 26, 2023. You can also contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669, and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 23V421Nissan North America, Inc.
Component
STRUCTURE:BODY
Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Sentra vehicles. The driver's side cowl area may have a missing or improper seal, which can allow water to leak inside the vehicle and corrode electrical components.
Risk
Corrosion of the electrical components could result in failure of various electrical systems, such as loss of wiper motor function or exterior lighting, inoperative air bags, or the ability to shift into gear without applying the brake pedal. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash. In addition, an electrical short-circuit may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, reseal the driver's side cowl. If moisture or corrosion is found, the main harness and engine room harness will be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 26, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Notes
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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Nissan Sentra2022