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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 04V497📅 Oct 19, 2004

2004 Infiniti M45 & 2004 Infiniti Q45 recall: lights

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain passenger vehicles, the brake lamp switch may malfunction.

💥 The risk

If this occurs, the brake lights will not illuminate when the brake is applied, which could result in a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will replace the brake lamp switch. The recall began on october 25, 2004. Owners should contact infiniti at 1-800-662-6200.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
04V497000
Manufacturer recall #
R0407
Manufacturer
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
Vehicles affected
96
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH
Owner phone
1-800-662-6200
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Oct 25, 2004
Built
Jan 23, 2004 – Feb 27, 2004
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Nissan recall no. R0407.customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 04V497 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 04V497?

2004 Infiniti M45 & 2004 Infiniti Q45. 96 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Infiniti dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-662-6200.