Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact stated that while driving 25 MPH, he heard a loud noise and began to smell exhaust fumes. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis and the contact was informed that there was a crack in the manifold. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 100,000.
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Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact stated that the engine exhaust manifold pipe fractured and was leaking fumes. The exhaust leak could be heard while driving. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for inspection or repairs. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The VIN was not available. The failure and current mileage was 155,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact stated that there was a leak in the exhaust system. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they stated that the exhaust manifolds needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the failure recurred. The contact stated that he was concerned about breathing in carbon monoxide. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000. Updated 8/21/13 *cn the consumer stated the vehicle had multiple exhaust leaks that were caused by faulty exhaust manifolds from nissan. The dealer at the time, replaced the exhaust manifolds. They used the same manifold design and this was all done under warranty. Around april 2013, the consumer began hearing the same exhaust noise from before. The consumer contacted nissan about the problem, and they informed him the vehicle was out of warranty, but to take the vehicle to the dealer. They confirmed that both manifolds were cracked and should be replaced, with a modified design manifold.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact stated that while having an exhaust repair performed by an independent mechanic, he was advised that the exhaust manifold was fractured. The dealer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was been repaired. The failure and current mileage was 105,000.
Nissan titan exhaust manifold cracks, causing exhaust fumes to enter vehicle.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact stated that while parked, he noticed a loud exhaust noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. The technician stated the exhaust headers were fractured. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 83,938.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titian. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken for routine maintenance when the contact was advised that the exhaust manifold was cracked. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 6,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contacted that while driving 50 MPH, he noticed that the exhaust manifold was cracked and exhaust fumes were leaking. The contact was able to drive the vehicle to the dealer for diagnosis where it was advised that the exhaust headers needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 43,000.
During routine recall for ECM module the dealer informed me that both exhaust manifolds are cracked as this has been a recurring issue with this model vehicle causing exhaust fumes to enter the cabin and also cause poor performance with the vehicle. Dealer quoted this as a $3200.00 repair and will not assume any portion of the repair. Dealer "beaverton nissan" has informed me that this issue is due to the poor quality of the exhaust manifolds any possible faulty welds on the product combined with material that is too thin to start with. The presence of exhaust fumes in the cabin while idling and/or driving is a severe safety hazard. I have opened a case with nissan north america and have been advised by three independent mechanics to park the vehicle until it is safe to drive.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact stated that the driver's and passenger's side exhaust manifold was cracked. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted. The failure mileage was 125,000. Updated 5/9/13 *cn updated 05/24/2013
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact stated that the engine made a rattling sound and exhaust fumes were smelled inside the cabin. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that there was a hairline fracture leading from the catalytic converter to the manifold that was causing the smell. The VIN was not available. The failure and current mileages were 95,391.
Exhaust manifold is cracked and leaks fumes into cab.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact stated that when driving at various speeds he would hear a loud whining noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. The technician stated that the exhaust was leaking due to the manifold being fractured. The vehicle was repaired for the manifold approximately seven times in five years. The manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 47,314. The current mileage was approximately 166,000
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact stated that he smelled a foul odor inside the cabin and would hear an abnormal noise when driving at various speeds. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they advised that the exhaust manifolds were cracked and leaking. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 120,000. .....updated 01/14/13 *bf the consumer stated the dealer advised that both exhaust manifolds also contain one catalyic converter per side. Updated 01/17/2013
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact stated that when driving, he could hear a loud ticking noise. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic for inspection where they advised that the exhaust manifold was cracked and needed to be repaired. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was notified and stated that the exhaust manifold would need to be repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 50,000. The VIN was unavailable.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact stated that the vehicle was started and he immediately noticed blue smoke coming from the rear end of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where a technician advised that the manifold needed to be replaced. The vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions for the same failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised that the vehicle was not included in any recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximately failure mileage was 68,000 and the current mileage was 80,000. The VIN was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact stated that when sitting idle in the vehicle or driving, an overpowering odor of gasoline fuel filled the cabin of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where the contact was advised that both manifolds were fractured and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 98,000. The current mileage was approximately 100,000. The VIN was unavailable.
I was traveling towing a 33 ft camper. Usually tow at about 62 MPH. All of a sudden the truck cuts out then turns back on and "bucks". My lights on my dash light up like a color blinking christmas tree. My speedometer goes all the way to 140 MPH, my rpms max out, my fuel gauge goes up and down along with the temp gauge. Furthermore all the gauges and warning lights flash or move in no form or fashion. Steering gets stiff along with the brakes because the truck shuts off. I controlled the truck to avoid crashing in between the on and off periods. This happened several times. Thought it was wiring from camper or brake controller. However, over the last few weeks from about mid sept it has progressively gotten worse. Now I can't go out of the driveway before the truck starts acting up. There is a bad accident waiting to happen. In my past experience with nissan is they are reluctant to say anything is wrong and to fix things. I have had enough go wrong with my truck from brakes, electrical, and rear end unit. Just last weekend 20 oct 12 I took the truck on about a 15 mile round trip and it acted up again. Between july and sept 2012 the truck would start the shut completely off in parked position. It still does that now too. The truck is now parked until I figure what is the problem. I don't have mega bucks to fix it! Someone said nissan has a computer recall but I have not been notified and I contacted a dealer but they have not called back. Its been 3 days now. They said the description I gave them matches the recall??????????
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at the local mechanic for routine inspection the contact was informed that the engine exhaust manifold was leaking due to a defective design. In addition, the steering failed while driving. The steering column was replaced; however the exhaust manifold was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 136,000.
The vehicle displayed intermittent chemical type odor through HVAC system, 3 dealerships unable/unwilling to confirm, or seek direction from corporate as to method for resolution at my suggestion/request. I waited one year to allow for vehicle to "off-gas" interior odors from materials used in manufacture, had to insist that dealer staff document the concern which is yet unresolved and denied assistance from consumer affairs department to satisfy health and safety concerns. Incurred significant additional expenses to alleviate issue such as in cabin air filter and purchase of ionizing unit; plus missed workdays, transportation, fuel and service and diagnostic fees at dealerships.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact stated that while parked, he noticed that the exhaust was louder than normal. The contact was a certified mechanic and diagnosed the failure as a cracked exhaust manifold, which he was concerned would leak harmful fumes into the interior cabin. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The failure and current mileage was 125,000.
Don't know if it's been reported, but alot of people are having issues with the nissan titans (many years) with the exhaust manifolds cracking. I have a 2004 and both of them have been cracked for almost 4 years now. I contacted nissan, they suggested to contact nissan corporate, and pretty much told me I was out of luck. The manifolds are over $850 each, and both of mine are severely cracked, causing engine, emission, and safety/health problems. I have had to replace many o2 sensors, cat's, and mufflers, due to burning up, and have to drive with all my windows down and short trips due to the exhaust filling the cab of the truck. Something needs to be done, as this is not only an issue, but a major flaw in the design of the truck. I have had checked out at a local shop, and their exact words were "there is absolutely no flex in the exhaust, so when the engine shifts from driving and revving, the manifolds are the weakest point and therefore crack". Something seriously needs to be done or looked into. Many nissan titan forums hundreds of people are complaining about the same issue. Usually only one is cracked, but I have both cracked. If you need a vehicle to inspect, you can look at mine. I even had the exhaust upgraded to bigger exhaust in hopes of relieving some of the pressure, so it doesn't leak all out under the hood, and that has helped some, but this is seriously an issue with the design and usability of these nissan titan trucks. And, I don't know about alot of people, but I can't afford to spend over $1600 in just 2 parts, plus all the other required parts, when I can barely afford to pay the bank on the truck. *tr *bf
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact stated that exhaust fumes were emitted into the interior of the vehicle due to cracks on the exhaust manifold, which was underneath the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a mechanic, who stated that he could replace both exhaust manifolds. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer were notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 108,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact stated that he could smell fuel fumes inside of the cabin. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop and was inspected. The mechanic found a defect on the exhaust pipe and both manifolds had cracks in them. In order to repair vehicle, the exhaust manifold and catalyst needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 115,000 and the current mileage was 124,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact could smell fumes inside vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a repair shop for service maintenance where it was inspected and determined that there was a crack on the exhaust manifold as well as a failure with the catalytic converter. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The current mileage was 113,000. The failure mileage was 110,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titian. While parked, the contact noticed a ticking sound coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic. The mechanic stated the exhaust manifold was fractured and would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 118,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact stated that exhaust fumes emitted into the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the exhaust manifold was cracked and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure continued. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired a second time. The failure mileage was 79,000 and the current mileage was 84,972.
Just had both manifolds replaced under nissan warranty. As I was driving away from the dealership I heard a loud pop turning right from the rear of the truck. Turned around back into the dealerships parking lot I heard another pop? The service tech drove it around their service area and said my rear differential was going out. Nissan has known this has been an issue for years especially in the early trucks years but refuses to fix it under a recall. This is a $3500.00 fix which the consumer has to pay and nissan profits from a poorly designed component. There needs to be a recall on all nissan titans from '04 - '07.
Exhaust manifold on driver side cracked and leaking exhaust fumes into cabin of vehicle.
Exactly like the frequent problem with the 2005 nissan pathfinder and xterra, the radiator failed causing coolant to mix with the transmission fluid.
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