Recall 13V445 covers 151,695 2013-2014 Nissan Pathfinder, QX60, and JX35 vehicles for ABS software that increases stopping distance. Free dealer reprogramming.
Nissan is recalling 151,695 2013-2014 Pathfinder, QX60, and JX35 vehicles because ABS brake pressure software can increase stopping distance during light braking on rough roads. Longer stopping distance increases crash risk, and the dealer repair will be free once Nissan makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The antilock brake system on the 2013-2014 Nissan Pathfinder, QX60, and JX35 helps control brake pressure when the wheels start to slip. During braking, the ABS software reads wheel speed and adjusts hydraulic pressure so the tires keep grip instead of locking on uneven pavement.
On affected vehicles, the problem is in the ABS brake pressure output software. During light braking on rough roads, the software can reduce or change brake pressure in a way that leaves the vehicle needing more distance to stop. The brake pedal is still connected to the hydraulic brakes, but the software's pressure output does not match the road condition.
The official warning information does not list a driver symptom before the problem happens. There is no warning sign before failure. Treat a longer stopping distance during light braking on rough pavement as a reason to stop driving and call a Nissan dealer.
Who's affected?
Spans the Pathfinder, QX60, and JX35 across the 2013 and 2014 model years, tied to electrical system software and the hydraulic brake system.
| 2014 Nissan Pathfinder | electrical system software |
|---|---|
| 2014 Nissan Pathfinder | hydraulic brake system |
| 2014 INFINITI QX60 | electrical system software |
| 2014 INFINITI QX60 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2013 INFINITI JX35 | electrical system software |
| 2013 INFINITI JX35 | hydraulic brake system |
| 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | electrical system software |
| 2013 Nissan Pathfinder | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 151,695 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
The ABS issue can increase stopping distance, which raises crash risk because the vehicle needs more room to stop. No warning sign is specified for owners, so keep extra following distance and schedule service soon if your VIN is included. Repair will be free at any franchised Nissan dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013-2014 Nissan Pathfinder, QX60, or JX35 is included in this recall.
- Watch for the Nissan owner notice mailed on November 18, 2013, or ask Nissan customer service if the notice was missed.
- Contact a franchised Nissan dealer and reference recall number 13V445 when you ask about the ABS software reprogramming.
- Schedule the ABS software reprogramming that corrects the brake-pressure output issue during light braking on rough roads.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra following distance, especially on rough roads.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nissan technician reprograms the ABS brake control software tied to this recall. The repair is intended to address brake pressure output during light braking on rough roads, where the ABS software can increase stopping distance. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. If your VIN is included, ask the service desk to confirm the ABS reprogramming is open for your vehicle before the appointment.
Timeline
| October 17, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 18, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V445?
Recall 13V445 covers 151,695 2013-2014 Nissan Pathfinder, QX60, and JX35 vehicles with ABS brake pressure software that can increase stopping distance during light braking on rough roads. Nissan dealers reprogram the ABS for free.
What should I do if my 2013-2014 Nissan Pathfinder, QX60, or JX35 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 13V445. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the ABS software reprogramming. Reference recall number 13V445 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Nissan dealers reprogram the ABS software free of charge. Parts and labor are covered for included vehicles.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is longer stopping distance during light braking on rough roads. That extra stopping distance can increase crash risk. If your VIN is included, schedule the free ABS software reprogramming with a franchised Nissan dealer.
What if I bought this vehicle used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your Pathfinder, QX60, or JX35 is included, then call a franchised Nissan dealer with recall number 13V445.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V445000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V445 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V445000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →