2024 Nissan Sentra Windshield Delamination Recall

Why This Matters

This recall addresses potential bubble-type delamination in the windshields of certain 2024 Nissan Sentra vehicles. While the document doesn't explicitly state a direct safety risk from delamination itself, windshield integrity is crucial for visibility and occupant protection in a crash.

Ensuring the windshield is free from manufacturing defects is important for overall vehicle safety and maintaining clear visibility for the driver. This voluntary safety recall aims to proactively address any potential issues.

What's Being Recalled

Nissan is recalling specific 2024 Sentra (B18) vehicles for an inspection of the windshield. The recall focuses on identifying and correcting bubble-type delamination that may be present in the lower driver's side area of the windshield.

If this defect is found, the windshield will be replaced. This is a voluntary safety recall campaign, identified by the campaign ID PMA38, and is documented under reference numbers BT24-003 and NTB24-033.

How to Check if Your Vehicle is Affected

Owners of 2024 Nissan Sentra vehicles should check with their Nissan dealer or use Nissan's online resources to confirm if their specific vehicle is included in this campaign. Dealers will use Service COMM or Dealer Business Systems (DBS) National Service History to verify campaign eligibility.

Symptoms

The primary symptom of this issue is "bubble-type delamination" visible in the lower driver (LH) side area of the windshield. This delamination appears as small bubbles or imperfections within the glass layers, as illustrated in the original bulletin's figures.

Manufacturer's Remedy

Nissan dealers will inspect the windshield of affected 2024 Nissan Sentra vehicles for bubble-type delamination. If delamination is confirmed during the inspection, the windshield will be replaced with a new one.

This inspection and any necessary replacement will be performed at no charge to the customer for parts or labor. The campaign is identified as PMA38, with specific operation codes PMA380 for inspection (OK condition) and PMA381 for inspection and replacement (NG condition).

Important Warnings

Nissan has outlined several critical warnings and responsibilities related to this recall:

• Dealer Responsibility: "Federal law requires that new vehicles in dealer inventory which are the subject of a safety recall must be corrected prior to sale. Failure to do so can result in civil penalties by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration." Nissan also strongly encourages dealers to correct any used vehicles in their inventory before they are retailed.
• Safety During Repair: Technicians are warned to "Always wear safety glasses and heavy gloves to help prevent glass splinters from entering your eyes or cutting your hands when cutting the glass from the vehicle." This highlights the importance of professional handling.
• Camera Unit Replacement: If the windshield is replaced, the front camera unit bracket and front camera cover must be replaced together with the windshield glass as an assembly. Technicians must also perform "ADDITIONAL SERVICE WHEN REPLACING FRONT CAMERA UNIT."
• Vehicle Damage Prevention: During replacement, care must be taken "to not scratch the glass when removing and installing," "Do not set or stand the glass on its edge" to prevent cracks, and "Apply protective tape around the windshield glass to protect the painted surface."

Required Tools or Parts

If windshield replacement is necessary due to 2024 Nissan Sentra windshield delamination, the following parts may be used:

• GLASS - WINDSHIELD: Part Number 72700-6LBOB
• CLIP: Part Number 76988-6LB5A (2 required)
• BASE ASSY – INSIDE MIRROR: Part Number 96327-2Y900

Repair Procedure Summary

The repair process involves a detailed inspection of the windshield for bubble-type delamination. Technicians will first place a fender cover to protect the vehicle's fender and hood from damage. They will then clean the windshield to ensure a clear view for inspection.

The focus of the inspection is the lower driver (LH) side area of the windshield, where technicians will look for the characteristic bubble-type delamination. If no delamination is found, no further action is necessary.

If delamination is present, the windshield will be replaced. This involves carefully removing the old windshield, installing a new one, and ensuring proper reinstallation of associated components like the front camera unit bracket and cover. Technicians are instructed to consult the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for detailed steps under "BODY EXTERIOR, DOORS, ROOF & VEHICLE SECURITY > GLASS & WINDOW SYSTEM > REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION > WINDSHIELD GLASS > Removal and Installation."

Owner Action

If you own a 2024 Nissan Sentra, it is recommended to contact your authorized Nissan dealer to schedule an inspection for this voluntary safety recall, PMA38. The inspection and any necessary windshield replacement will be performed at no cost to you.

Source: NHTSA Manufacturer Communication 11004144