The worst 2003 Nissan Diesel UD2000 problems
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Recalls 2
Steering
- What is wrong
- On certain medium duty trucks, a steering coupler shaft is utilized between the steering column assembly and the steering gear box assembly. This coupler shaft has a flexible yoke with a pinch bolt clamp at each end to secure the shaft to each assembly. The flexible yoke on the end that attaches to the gearbox could develop a crack near the pinch bolt clamp.
- Risk
- A loss of steering control could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- All vehicles were still in dealer inventory and have been repaired.
Recall number 03V029000 · Recall details
Power train: driveline: driveshaft
- What is wrong
- On certain medium duty trucks, the drive shaft connecting the transmission to the rear differential is comprised of two or three individual sub-sections bolted together. One end of each individual sub-section contains a flange yoke supporting a universal joint. The flange yoke on one or more individual sub-sections could develop a crack in the shoulder supporting the universal joint.
- Risk
- This condition could increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the drive shaft sub-section. Owner notification began may 5, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan diesel at 1‑972‑756‑5500.
Recall number 03V010000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2003 Nissan Diesel UD2000 23
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Wiring harness repair information
- Vehicle key not detected / authenticated, engine will not start
- Windshield cracking
- Removing foreign material from the window glass
- Window glass warranty information
- Diagnosis of vehicle pull (DRIFT) and/or steering wheel off-center
- 12 volt battery testing for in-service vehicles service information
- Silicone-based lubricant or grease CAN damage electrical components service information
- Intelligent key replacement or swapping between vehicles
- Wheel bearing collision damage
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Questions about the 2003 Nissan Diesel UD2000
Is the 2003 Nissan Diesel UD2000 reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2003 Nissan Diesel UD2000.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Nissan Diesel UD2000?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2003 Nissan Diesel UD2000 have?
2 recalls, covering steering and power train.
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