Recently I have notice an oil stain in my driveway in the snow, so I began checking the oil daily to see if it was from the engine, but the level stayed the same. I assume that maybe during my last oil change some oil was left somewhere when it was drained and it just dripped onto the driveway and because of the snow it looked fresh.
Anyways, I have also notice that my truck slightly pulls to one side in 4-wheel drive. But, not harsh enough to light any bulbs, just made me think a tire with low pressure. So, I have been driving around for a couple of months or more with this issue, none the wiser.
So, I finally pull my truck into the garage, my wife normally parks there, to install some audio equipment, rearview camera, etc. When I pull out I notice and oil leak in the garage. After that I made and appointment this Monday past at the dealership, took the Titan down there and come to find out the right axle was ripped away from the diff this whole time. I have an 04 that I bought for $20K w/17,000 miles on it, I bought and extended warranty, but it is still under factory warranty as well.
Let me just say it is good that is, because the part alone was about $1300. But, what makes me think is the fact the service manager tells me they have redesign diffs, etc that they will install. Thats great, but my question is if Nissan knew the possibility of a failure, why not recall. But, of course we all know that answer is money.
I just hope any of you serious 2004, 4x4 w/Off-Road and Tow package guys doesn't have it happen to you on a trip deep into whatever.
