Under normal driving conditions the rear axle seals began leaking and damaged the rear brakes. The axle seals and spacers need to be replaced along with parking brake and rear brake pads.
2004 Nissan Titan transmission complaints
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2004 nissan titan suddenly and unexpectedly broke the front differential causing a lack of 4wd in a snow storm and the vehicle did not perform as expected. Broken equipment cause 2000 dollars worth of damage to vehicle that was otherwise in perfect running condition.
I have a 2004 nissan titan that had an issue with the differential in the rear end. In my case the rear end did not lock up at highway speed but the potential for that happening is there. After my problem occurred I did some research online and determined that my case was not an isolated incident. My truck has not been abused, has a towing package which has been used to tow a trailer only a few times and had only 62,000 miles at the time of the failure. From what I could determine nissan redesigned the rear end I n the 2008 model and the problem has been reduced but that does not rectify the problem for the 2004-2007 models on the road. Unfortunately the nissan solution is to replace the faulty rear end with the same type which in my case I chose not to do. From the information I could gather I was better off and safer going with an aftermarket differential which I decided to do to prevent potential problems in another 3-4 years or sooner. I realize there are not large numbers of nissan titans on the road but this does not make the situation any less dangerous for the drivers of them.
Driver side rear axle seal leaking, fluid leaking onto brake assembly; left rear axle seal seeping. Seals had been leaking for a while. On www.titantalk.com people have experienced numerous axle seal failures. Nissan should recall all titans and pathfinders with this axle vent system and repair the vent with something better. Until this is performed, axle seals will continue to fail and fluid will continue to potentially leak onto brake assemblies creating a safety hazard.
Park - ignition interlock is defective and allows the key to be removed from the ignition without the vehicle being in park. This potentially allows the vehicle to roll away and cause damage or injury.
Front differential axle cir clip failure.
I drove my 2004 nissan titan for 65,000 miles to and from work and school only. One day the rear end just blew up on me in the middle of traffic, fortunately I or any other driver wasn't injured. The issue came up out of no where and is very dangerous. I tried to receive help from the dealer to resolve this issue however they are refusing to accept the responsibility. The failure was do to the leaking axle seals because of faulty parts. My warranty expired at 60,000 miles, and the failure began around 20000 miles ago, according to the service advisor at the local nissan dealership.
Took 2004 nissan titan pickup with 53,479 miles to dealership for oil change and service under recall ntb 352 w93 service manual reference pb081. At completion of work service manager mentioned that rear axle seal service at a cost of approximately 500.00 should be considered. I did not know at the time that the service should have been covered under warranty. Later on 10/14/2009 took vehicle in for oil change now with mileage over 60k service manager recommended the axle seal service at the cost mentioned above. At 66974 miles I took the truck in to the dealership and I scheduled the axle service on 12/14/09 when slip and ABS warning lights turned on, the dealership ordered parts. Further research by me found that this service should have been performed at no cost under 60k warranty period. I believe the dealerships service manager waited until my vehicle was over 60k and therefore out of warranty.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan with 54700 miles. The contact stated that the rear axle seals have failed. The contact had taken the vehicle to his local mechanic where he found that the rear axle seals had been leaking onto the brakes. The manufacturer confirmed that there were no related recalls. The failure mileage was 54700.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact was driving approximately between 35 and 40 MPH on normal road conditions. Suddenly, the four wheel drive failed to operate. The driver stated the failure was contributed to front differential. The vehicle is in the process of being repaired for the malfunctions. The failure mileage was 85,000.
1: just normal driving on the highway I noticed a slight vibration developing on the floorboard when driving home from work. The next day just went to go to the store, about 5 mins away, the slight vibration turned into a very loud knocking sound and you could feel it throughout the truck. I immediately pulled over and had the truck towed to nissan. 2: the failure was the rear differential, nissan told me that basically the whole inside of the rear dif came apart and the whole rear end axle to axle will have to be replaced to a tune of 3,000 dollars. Luckily I was going slow (about 25 MPH) so there wasn't any other major damage or injury. I've been researching this issue on titan talk forums and many many people have had this same issue and have reported it like I am now, some weren't so lucky and were on freeway which at those speeds they claim the drive-shaft broke off the rear diff and was dragging on the road, not good. 3: nissan is replacing the whole rear-end axle to axle to a tune of 3,000 dollars and they only warranty they are offering to me is 1 year unlimited miles and that is all they offer which in my opinion is horrible. Nissan came out with a newer version of this rear-end which they will be installing so hopefully this one will not fail but I am still very upset about having to shell out 3,000 for something that should never fail like this. This is a dangerous hazard having these rear-ends fail like this, other trucks I've owned in the past I've put 200 plus thousand miles and never have had a problem with the read differential.
My 2004 nissan titan rear diff seals leak and has caused a brake failure. I pulled out of my driveway and was driving down the road when all of a sudden my rear end locks up. It took a few moments to get her going again in reverse. I jacked it up and removed the tires and removed the rotors. The pad on the emergency brake system fail off. It still had plenty of pad left on it. My father looked at it and noticed the fluid leaking from my rear end. He told me that probably caused the failure due to the contamination. Replaced the pad and added some oiled to the rear end. I have researched this issue online and found numerous complaints about this and other brake failures also. There should be a recall for this issue. My exhaust manifold leaks also. I am replacing it too. This is a known issue with the titans. This may be of more concern with the epa. They have been know to crack.
Driving down our snow-covered street we live on, I tried to engage 4hi. All I heard was a grinding noise. After stopping I tried the 4hi switch again and it seemed to engage. I didn't think anymore about it until the next day when I noticed a big puddle of oil on driveway. The driver's side front axle half-shaft is flopping around loose at the differential, and all the diff oil has leaked out. Nissan says the whole diff needs to be replaced. Apparently a c-clip inside the diff is easily broken and it lets the half-shaft pop out of position, and as it turns and flops around it destroys the seals and diff case. Searching the internet on this failure shows that a lot of people have had the same failure, and if the c-clip gets stuck in the gears it can lead to diff breaking into chunks. No real fix except to replace the diff. Pushing the half-shaft back into the diff won't work as the c-clip is needed to retain it, and the c-clip typically cannot be replaced because the diff case is damaged.
I own a 2004 titan with less than 50,000 miles. On 12/3/09 my front differential broke. I never towed anything with this truck. I never even hauled anything heavy in the bed. The dealership replaced the failed differential at my expense since my warranty ran out 2 weeks before my front diff breaking.
2004 nissan titan 4x4. I had the front differential fail while driving on a snow packed road. When the front differential failed there was a second or two when the front wheels locked up and then released .it was like someone slamming on the brakes. My speed at the time was about 15 to 20 MPH. The front had failed and was replaced at a nissan dealership.
I have 2004 nissan titan le and my rear differential just went on me this past wednesday. My mechanic found the drain pinion inside.
While pulling away from a stop sign, I heard a loud bang and then a shake from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealership. They tell me that my rear differential gave out and now the whole rear needs to be replaced. It will cost me $3000 to fix. My mileage is 55,600 and my warranty just expired in july. Nissan USA said they will not do anything for me, especially since I don't pay them to do my scheduled maintenance.
Rear end seals leaking resulting in differential oil getting on rear brakes.
Pulled slowly from a mcdonald's drive through into halted traffic (red light). As I pulled out of drive through, heard big bang and felt like I had been rear-ended. Tried to accelerate, truck would not move, and I could hear an audible clicking noise at what would have been tire rotation speed. Vehicle towed to dealer. Charged $3,798.22 to replace rear differential. Waiting to hear back form nissan to see if they will reimburse for at least cost of part(3223.00.)
Left rear brakes wet from blown differential seal.
2004 nissan titan le 4wd. Both rear axle seals leaking. Need to be replaced.
2004 nissan titan rear axle differential is out 108, 000 miles. Water was found in case due to seals going out due to breather hose clogging and not working correctly.
2004 nissian titan: rear axle seal leak causing oil to get on rear brake pads.
I parked my truck sunday morning (9-27-09) at about 3:30am, no problems. That afternoon she took our son to the store and heard a clanking in the back end. She said it was heard best about 20 MPH after letting off the gas. Later found a puddle of gear fluid that was dripping from the front of the rear gear housing. I have 66,244 miles, just 6,000 out of warranty. My mechanic said a bolt had loosened up causing the pinion to slip to the rear. Very close to having a complete lock up.
I have a 2004 nissan titan se. Two years ago my rear differential went. I paid $4000 to get it fixed at nissan of panama city cause they said it doesn't happen that often. I was just on titan talk and allot of guys are saying they had the same problem. If it was a problem could I get compensated from nissan.
2004 nissan titan - 50,000k miles. Noticed a rear seal leaking onto by tires and on my brakes from the rear differential. There is a loud grinding sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. Unit has not failed as of date but service dept says any day it will. Grenada nissan offered to replace because of known issues, but nissan headquarters has not honored warranty to date, b/c it is 6 months too late. Will not honor warranty. Concerned if it fails at intersection or going down road an accident with bodily injury can occur. The fluid on brakes may also cause slippage while braking. Very dangerous. Nissan quoted repair near 3500$. Has been known issue with nissan and the federal safety agency. Over 70 complaints filed, luckily no injury todate. This failure is a known issue with nissan na, and have yet to fix flaw on this vehicle. Please beware that this is a safety issue to not only the vehicle's driver and passenger, but to others on the road as well.
Rear axle seal leak on 2004 nissan titan 4x4 crew cab with only 47,000 miles. Rear axle fluid was leaking onto the left rear brake backing plate, it was starting to run onto the brake disc.
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. The contact stated that at 52,000 miles the right front tire differential seal failed. On september 16, 2009 he noticed a leak from the rear of the vehicle. Upon further inspection he concluded that the left front differential failed. He took the vehicle to the dealer, and was in the process of having the vehicle repaired. The failure mileage was 52,000. The current mileage was 70,500. The vehicle identification number was not available. Bl
Haven't repaired yet will not file under extended coverage, 2004 nissan titan crewcab 5.6 liter, rear end housing and axle seals leaking, noticed it about 2 months ago, had to add some fluid to rear differential, on my own.
2004 nissan titan rear axle seal failure. First notice oil leaking from both axle seals when changing shocks at 41,000 miles. Brought to dealer was told axle seals had failed and were going to be replaced under warranty, at 44,400 miles went to get inspection sticker and the parking brake failed, upon further investigating this was due to the fact that the seals had failed again and slung oil all over the rear brake system I would think this is a huge safety issue. This time they fixed the seals but I was told that they were failing due to the fact of a problem with the axle, now I am over the 5 year warranty and there telling me it my not be covered still waiting to hear. This seems to be a common problem and should be recalled to be fixed at nissans expense. One time this is going to happen and someone's brake are going to fail from the oil and cause a serious accident resulting in injury or death! Something need to be done before its to late.
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