Nissan Primastar Recall R/2008/170: Possible Failure Of Parking Brake, Who Is Affected And What To Do
- Urgent
- How serious
- 11 Dec 2008
- Launched
- 7,373
- vehicles in the UK
- R/2008/170
- DVSA reference
Nissan recalled Primastar vehicles built between 1 January 2006 and 10 June 2008. The possibility exists that the intermediate handbrake connector may break resulting in the cable potentially separating from the connector. The dealer will replace the subject connector. You won't usually pay for it.1
What’s Wrong
The possibility exists that the intermediate handbrake connector may break resulting in the cable potentially separating from the connector. The possibility then exists that parking brake functionality would be lost.
DVSA's Original Wording
Concern: POSSIBLE FAILURE OF PARKING BRAKE Defect: It has been identified that the possibility exists that the intermediate handbrake connector may break resulting in the cable potentially separating from the connector. The possibility then exists that parking brake functionality would be lost. Remedy: Recalled vehicles will have the subject connector replaced.
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The Risk
If the fault occurs, the recall notice says it could result in the cable potentially separating from the connector.
The Fix
The dealer will replace the subject connector.
Are You Affected?
Primastar built between 1 January 2006 and 10 June 2008 may be included. Nissan estimates 7,373 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/2008/170. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| PrimastarPrimastar X82 tyre configuration | Book soon | R/2026/023 | |
| PrimastarSteering wheel may break/detach and cause loss of steering | Urgent | R/2016/185 | |
| PrimastarHandbrake may fail | Low | R/2010/231 | |
| PrimastarSuspension turret may fail | Book soon | R/2010/075 | |
| PrimastarRear seat belt buckle may detach from seat frame | Urgent | R/2009/102 |
This is one of 162 Nissan recalls in DVSA’s data. The Nissan recall launched before it was R/2008/174 on 8 Dec 2008, for fuel may leak from particulate filter. The one launched after it was R/2009/015 on 24 Apr 2009, for airbag may not deploy. You can also see every Nissan recall, all recalls launched in 2008 and brake recalls across every make.
Source: DVSA recall R/2008/170, launched 11 December 2008. 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.