Nissan Interstar Recall R/2006/157: Parking Brake May Fail, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 5 Oct 2006
- Launched
- 118
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2006/157
- DVSA reference
Nissan recalled Interstar vehicles built between 1 October 2005 and 1 January 2006. The parking brake levers situated on the rear disc calipers may have a fissure. The dealer will inspect recalled vehicles and affected parts replaced as necessary. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The parking brake levers situated on the rear disc calipers may have a fissure. This carries the potential risk that loss of parking brake function may occur due to the levers breaking.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: PARKING BRAKE MAY FAIL Defect: It has been identified that the parking brake levers situated on the rear disc calipers may have a fissure. This carries the potential risk that loss of parking brake function may occur due to the levers breaking. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will be inspected and affected parts replaced as necessary.
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The Risk
The recall notice describes the concern as: parking brake may fail.
The Fix
The dealer will inspect recalled vehicles and affected parts replaced as necessary.
Are You Affected?
Interstar built between 1 October 2005 and 1 January 2006 may be included. Nissan estimates 118 vehicles in the UK. Enter your registration to check, then confirm by VIN with Nissan, because not every car in the date range may be included.
Which Car Is It?
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What To Do Now
- Check your car by registration above, then by VIN with Nissan.
- Book with any franchised Nissan dealer, quoting the DVSA reference R/2006/157. See how to get a Nissan recall fixed.
- Follow the letter's instructions until the repair is done. See can you drive a car with a recall?.
Related Recalls
| Launched | Vehicle and fault | Severity | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| InterstarInterstar (XDD/XDE) steering rack | Urgent | R/2025/370 | |
| InterstarSeat may detach | Low | R/2009/143 | |
| InterstarTightness of steering wheel mounting may not conform with nissan standards | Urgent | R/2004/157 | |
| JukeA potential concern affecting the HEVC (Hybrid Electric Vehicle Control) module software has been identified which may cause a module reset of affected vehicles. Simultaneous pressing of brake and accelerator could cause engine stumble or stall | Urgent | R/2023/096 | |
| NV400The right hand rear brake caliper could fail during an activation of the parking brake | Urgent | R/2021/278 |
This is one of 162 Nissan recalls in DVSA’s data. The Nissan recall launched before it was R/2006/117 on 26 Jul 2006, for rear seat ISOFIX brackets may not perform as designed in a side impact. The one launched after it was R/2007/062 on 22 Mar 2007, for potential loss of vehicle control. You can also see every Nissan recall, all recalls launched in 2006 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2006/157, launched 5 October 2006. Data updated 15 October 2026. How we grade urgency.
Sources
- The Code does not itself say repairs are free. GOV.UK guidance says "You will not usually have to pay for any repairs or parts under a safety recall." gov.uk Checked 15 Oct 2026.