Front driver side axel is falling out of the front differential..
2005 Nissan Titan suspension complaints
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Rear axle seal leak.
Complete rear end failure of my 2005 nissan titan while driving 45mph on the highway. Failure happened at 62500 miles and is the first time to my knowledge (pre-owned). Rearend is being replaced by nissan service center at a cost of $3500 that has to be paid personally as the truck is currently 2500 miles outside of the drivetrain warranty and it appears doubtful that nissan will assist or even acknowledge the severe design flaw.
Right rear axle seal leaking.
Left & right rear seals leaking on my king cab 05 nissan titan. I had the 60,000 mile service done in early july 2009, at the dealership. The approximate mileage on my truck at that time was around 66,000 miles. Upon completing the job, the next day, most of the transmission fluid leaked out of my truck. The dealership came to my house and repaired the leak and topped off the transmission fluid. They said that it was a failed hose clamp. They took my truck back to the dealership to look it over to confirm that everything else was ok. They also check on a fan recall that was pending. They told me that no repairs were necessary. A couple of weeks ago I noticed that transmission fluid appeared to be leaking again from the front end. I took my truck in earlier this week and the dealership replaced a leaking transmission hose at no charge. They informed me at this time that my left and right rear seals were leaking very bad. They also informed me that I have a power steering leak. I don't understand why these issues were not addressed in july when the 60,000 mile service was done unless it just recently started. They told me how much it will cost to do the repairs and advised that I take care of it asap!
I am a professional engineer seeking your office's assistance on resolving an issue related to the unexpected collapse of the rear suspension system on my vehicle, and also to bring to your attention the dangerous situation that thousands of owners and operators of these vehicles on the roads nationwide are exposed. I am the owner of a 2005 nissan titan pick-up truck purchased new in january 2005. The vehicle has 78,000 miles, is well maintained, and mainly used to commute to work. It is not driven off-road, nor it is used to carry heavy loads. A shackle supporting the left rear suspension leaf spring assembly failed. The assembly collapsed, perforating the truck bed as shown on the enclosed photos. [?fortunately?, it occurred in my driveway and not while driving on a public road; otherwise the consequences could have been catastrophic due to the loss of vehicle control]. I immediately notified the nissan dealer (1‑860‑448‑0050). The technician indicated that the vehicle was out-of-warranty; therefore, he had to contact nissan corporation for instructions. Please note that the vehicle is still under warranty for rust (60 months-unlimited miles). Furthermore, such a major structural failure is beyond any warranty coverage limitations because it is not supposed to occur. The vehicle has failed, within four years, to provide one of its major intended and implied uses, which is to provide transportation to its operator and passengers in a safe manner and furthermore, not pose a risk when operated on the roads by exposing other drivers and property to injury and damage. Other nissan titan owners had the same problem. Nissan was aware of the problem since it beefed-up the shackles on their 2008 models, but older models still have the problem. How can I email photos of the failure. Your intervention is requested.
I was driving on highway heard a bong two days later I found a dent upward in bed of truck and found a broken shackle. After replacing part and looking how it was made you could see that it a poor design. Roll metal with 2 small welds that prevent metal from unrolling. All weight of back of truck and any jarring cause it to sap. If both side fail and I had to make any sudden move you could loose the hole back suspension I have digital pictures of fail part . Odi #10259337 I used wrong state.
I was driving on highway heard a bong two days later I found a dent upward in bed of truck and found a broken shackle. After replacing part and looking how it was made you could see that it a poor design. Roll metal with 2 small welds that prevent metal from unrolling. All weight of back of truck and any jarring cause it to sap. If both side fail and I had to make any sudden move you could loose the hole back suspension. I have digital pictures of fail part in question.
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan titan. Whenever the vehicle was driven over a pothole, the contact heard loud noises coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but they could not duplicate the failure. Approximately one week ago, while driving at an unknown speed, the contact heard a much louder noise and the vehicle drove as if it were trying to get away. The following morning, she discovered that the leaf spring punctured through the truck bed. The contact has photos available. The current mileage was 73,000 and failure mileage was 58,000. Updated 12/11/08. *lj updated 12/11/08.
When tuning my truck began to "clank" I was 60 miles from home. Whole rear differential went out and has to be replaced.
Rear end of truck gave out.
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan titan. While driving approximately 30 MPH, the contact heard a loud noise. The rear of the vehicle on the driver's side began to sag. The contact lost control of the vehicle and maneuvered onto the side of the road. He discovered that the leaf spring failed and landed in the bed of the vehicle. The vehicle will have to be towed to the dealer. The current and failure mileages were 36,900.
Driving off-road and small hills. Front axle failure, 4x4 would not disengage, had to tow it. It is at the dealer present time. Getting the run around as far as fixing goes. They are waiting for some mechanic to arrive from outside the dealership to further asses the problem.
Rear end failure, brought to dealer and replaced no questions asked. Vehicle had to be towed to dealer for service.
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan titan. While driving 20 MPH, the contact heard a loud pop. The vehicle began to jerk and was immediately pulled off the road. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the rear differential failed. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer. The current and failure mileages were 72,000.
Truck was rear ended on highway, subsequently 10 months later a leaf spring popped and went through bed of truck. Brought in to have repaired and shackle for leaf spring assembly on back order with nissan. Have been waiting 24 days and counting for this part with no help from nissan consmer service. Have made aprrox 15 phones with only 1 returned call with no answer to status of part.
Tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan titan. He noticed the rear end of the vehicle would shake. The dealer stated that fluid leaked which caused the rear differential seals to fail and the transaxle to corrode. The current mileage was 64,070 and the failure mileage was 62,000. Updated 09/06/07
Leaking wheel seal on right outboard axle
Rear end broke. Ak
Dt*: the contact stated while driving 10 MPH on normal road conditions, the right front wheel spindle fractured making the vehicle pull hard to the left. The were no warning signals. The vehicle was taken to the dealership who honored the warranty and performed the repairs. The contact was concerned because this kind of failure was not supposed to happen in a such a low mileage vehicle.
Real axle seal leaking onto tire and brake disc...safety hazard.
Loud clunk when accelerating, slack in drive line when shifting. Dealer replaced entire rear end.
Dt*: the contact stated at various speeds the front end vibrated. The dealership determined the problem was with the tires and the tires were rotated. This did not resolve the problem.
I drive 2005 nissan titan truck 99.9% of the time in 2 wheel drive on highway w/o towing. At 17,500 miles the rear end made a loud banging noise and then grinding noise. Rear end failed first time. At 21, 500 miles same thing happened again!
We purchased a truck from nissan in october of 2004. It has been in the shop many times and in december of 2004, it was there over 30 days. The transmission and the rear end have both gone out, windows don't roll up and down correctly, rattling in the cab where the visor and garage door openers are held. The brake, vdc, tow, and ABS switch stay on all the time. The brakes are going out and the whole truck shimmies. Now in addition to the transmission being replaced once, it's slipping again. Nissan stated they would pay for the rental on the 30 days, but that was a lie. They socked me with an $283.00 bill. $181.00 was to fill up the tank with gas!!!!!!! There are also missing valves on the tires they themsleves took off and didn't replace and the alarm goes off by itself when no one is around. Give me a break...nissan states this does not qualify for the lemon law. I need help in this situation.
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