Recall 13V451 affects 3,247 2013 Nissan Armada and Titan vehicles for reduced front brake pressure. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
Nissan is recalling 3,247 2013 Armada and Titan vehicles under recall 13V451 because the brake master cylinder can intermittently reduce pressure to the front brakes. Reduced front brake pressure means less braking power and a longer stopping distance, increasing crash risk; the Nissan dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The brake master cylinder on the 2013 Nissan Armada and Titan is the hydraulic pump for the brake system. When you press the pedal, it turns pedal force into brake fluid pressure and sends that pressure through the brake lines. The front brakes depend on steady pressure from this cylinder to clamp the pads against the rotors.
On affected vehicles, the master cylinder can intermittently reduce the pressure sent to the front brakes. That means the front brake calipers do not receive the full hydraulic force the driver is asking for through the pedal. The problem is inside the brake pressure supply path, so the rest of the brake hardware can look normal while front braking force drops.
There is no warning sign before failure. If the pressure reduction happens while driving, the brake pedal response can feel different because the front brakes are not getting the pressure they need.
Who's affected?
The scope spans an SUV and a pickup, both tied to the hydraulic brake system.
| 2013 Nissan Armada | hydraulic brake system |
|---|---|
| 2013 Nissan Titan | hydraulic brake system |
| Units affected | 3,247 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
Reduced front brake pressure means less braking power. That lengthens stopping distance and raises the risk of a crash, especially when traffic stops quickly. Give yourself extra following distance, avoid hard braking where practical, and arrange recall service promptly. Repair will be free at any franchised Nissan dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2013 Nissan Armada or Titan is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Nissan dealer to ask about the free master-cylinder replacement for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 13V451 when you call, and bring the recall notice if Nissan mailed one to you.
- Schedule the master-cylinder replacement that fixes the reduced front-brake pressure.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. Leave extra stopping distance and avoid hard braking.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, once the repair opens, a Nissan technician replaces the brake master cylinder. That part supplies hydraulic pressure to the brake system, so the repair addresses the front brake pressure reduction described in campaign 13V451. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall. Ask the Nissan service desk to confirm the VIN and the master cylinder replacement before work begins.
Timeline
| September 18, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| October 21, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V451?
Recall 13V451 covers 3,247 2013 Nissan Armada and Titan vehicles with a brake master cylinder defect that can reduce pressure to the front brakes. Reduced front brake pressure means less braking power, a longer stopping distance, and higher crash risk.
What should I do if my 2013 Nissan Armada or Titan is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 13V451. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the brake master cylinder replacement. Reference recall number 13V451 when you call. The repair is free.
Does the recall repair cost anything?
No. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. Nissan dealers will replace the brake master cylinder free of charge, including parts and labor, at any franchised Nissan dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is reduced front brake pressure. If the master cylinder does not supply enough pressure to the front brakes, the vehicle needs a longer distance to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
What if I bought my Nissan Armada or Titan used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific 2013 Nissan Armada or Titan is included, then call a franchised Nissan dealer with recall number 13V451.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V451000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V451 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V451000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (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 →