[NorCal 4x4]

Nissan dealers at least in this area (San Gabriel Valley, Ca) is trying real hard to fix the problems associated with a newly designed vehicle. Outside of brakes on my 05 LE CC, I've experienced no other problems.

So Nissan is going the extra mile for service fixes...take advantage while you can. A problem like this would be a CP (customer pay) item at Ford, GM, or Dodge with mods.

Well my experiences with Nissan dealership's service departments has always been very good, some of their techs were not hitting home runs, but they tried, and eventually succeeded.

But as Nissan vehicle buyers, we are paying for a 60,000 mile power train warranty. It is not out of the goodness of their hearts that they repair the seals, but out of a contractual obligation. If they didn't do this, many would simply take them to court.

As far as mods, the federal government's Magnuson-Moss Warranty Act clearly states the car manufacturer must prove that the mod caused the issue - an expensive proposition for them to prove this. And what jury would side with the manufacturer anyway. People have been mod'n for decades.

And if Nissan were idiots like apparently [edit: according to you anyway], the big three are, people not wanting to deal with court, would simply wait until the axle drained dry and it would cost Nissan 4x the price of a seal replacement to provide a new axle. It's called a power train warranty and that is what it is.

 

[BKW]

Why would a Ford guy buy a Titan? Simple...I fit in it. Ford 150's have hard seats, seatbelts mounted on seats on Stupor Cabs...ergonomics not suited for overage BIG person.

Very pleased with all the Titans I've bought (3), and Ford has brake issues too, and the trannies have been a problem since the first E4OD showed up in 1980.

 

[Herbpov]

Let's get back to the subject of the thread and just report the leaking seals. Thank you.

 

[beached_titan]

Nissan dealers at least in this area (San Gabriel Valley, Ca) is trying real hard to fix the problems associated with a newly designed vehicle. Outside of brakes on my 05 LE CC, I've experienced no other problems.

So Nissan is going the extra mile for service fixes...take advantage while you can. A problem like this would be a CP (customer pay) item at Ford, GM, or Dodge with mods.

im a service advisor at a dodge dealer and i do rear end repairs on lifted trucks under warranty all the time. get over yourself and let this thread run its course.

 

[milleniamarv]

New rear axle assembly installed today, maybe final fix for seals?

Mileage - 10769 - left rear axle seal leaking, had already installed new finned cover with synthetic oil. Seal replaced.
Mileage - 13022 - left rear axle seal leaking again, dealer replaced seal along with "axle seal sub-housing".
Mileage - 26707 - left axle seal leaking for third time and also "clunk" in drive train. Rear axle assembly replaced. Service rep mentioned wear on spider gears.

Will post this info at nhtsa.dot.gov. Still love this truck, just hope that leaky seals and juddering brakes are a thing of the past.

 

[Herbpov]

New rear axle assembly installed today, maybe final fix for seals?

Mileage - 10769 - left rear axle seal leaking, had already installed new finned cover with synthetic oil. Seal replaced.
Mileage - 13022 - left rear axle seal leaking again, dealer replaced seal along with "axle seal sub-housing".
Mileage - 26707 - left axle seal leaking for third time and also "clunk" in drive train. Rear axle assembly replaced. Service rep mentioned wear on spider gears.

Will post this info at nhtsa.dot.gov. Still love this truck, just hope that leaky seals and juddering brakes are a thing of the past.

Thank You. Nissan needs to step up and address this problem just like they did the brakes. It may take awhile but we have to keep on the problem. They need a better seal. Needs to be addressed before warranties run out or we will be paying for it out of OUR pockets.

 

[Toxman]

It's easy for me to see why all of you are having rear end problem. Jacking the truck up, with or without offset wider wheels changes the geometry and puts a BIG strain on the rear end and suspension. The truck was not designed for all these mods, which look neat, but cause big problems down the road.

When I worked for Ford Parts and Service (1962-1995), any geometry changes including wide wheels and tires, or jacked up to the hilt voided the warranty. How can you expect Nissan to cover problems brought on by things you did to mod your truck?

B.S!!!!!!!! It's happening on un-modded trucks also.

 

[Toxman]

Mine stated leaking last week. Waiting on the seal to arrive at the dealership. You would think they would have them in stock. I'll report it to the NHTSA.

 

[Blackbeauty]

Mine started leaking recently. Dealer replaced them yesterday. I've already filed a complaint on the NHTSA website. Next!

 

[Herbpov]

Mine started leaking recently. Dealer replaced them yesterday. I've already filed a complaint on the NHTSA website. Next!

Thank You. I think we are starting to see that this is common problem with our trucks. They need a better seal because some have reported the replacement seals have failed also.

 

[FlimFlamMan]

Man I feel really lucky when it comes to this issue. I even had the Truetrac installed and still no leaks.... yet (fingers crossed). 14k miles and counting....

 

[got_titan]

same here...trutrac installed.....NO LEAKS...YET!!

 

[beached_titan]

i am convinced that the leaks are coming from the pressure build up inside the axle, both vaccum and release. the one way little crap *** check valve that nissan decided to use for a vent valve may be doing an ok job at releasing pressure, but what happens when the diff cools down and all the pressure inside has been released? the check valve is not letting air back in.... all other trucks have a hose that runs up under the bed, why not the titan? i ran my own vent tube up to the fuel tank. we shall see if this has any effects on the longevity of my axle seals...

 

[Herbpov]

i am convinced that the leaks are coming from the pressure build up inside the axle, both vaccum and release. the one way little crap *** check valve that nissan decided to use for a vent valve may be doing an ok job at releasing pressure, but what happens when the diff cools down and all the pressure inside has been released? the check valve is not letting air back in.... all other trucks have a hose that runs up under the bed, why not the titan? i ran my own vent tube up to the fuel tank. we shall see if this has any effects on the longevity of my axle seals...

I believe that the Tundra's have the same set-up as the Titan. I know GM has the hose that vents somewhere near the gas fill cap. You're right, this could be the problem.

 

[beached_titan]

all the american trucks do. now the jap trucks need to learn!

 

[Prlauren]

Brought my truck in for front diff driverside axle seal leak and they noticed my rear axle seal was leaking to!

 

[Herbpov]

Brought my truck in for front diff driverside axle seal leak and they noticed my rear axle seal was leaking to!

Please report it. Thank You

 

[kartman]

My Passenger side seal blew out at 13k and now I see that the driver side seal has blown as well at 17. Taking it in next week to get it replaced.

 

[scout]

JUST left the nissan dealer.The rear end ok, but the front [email protected] trainsfercase are another storey.Front diff had a metalec shine to the oil.The trainsfercase oil was burnt.At 5481 miles im a little dum founded.Dealer says thay changed the oils and to bring it back at 250 miles so thay can check it again.I ask them if its the same when i bring it back, are thay going to replace both items so i could go along my marry way. You should of seen the look the service writer gave me. Will keep you posted. 06 KC 4x4 LE DEEPWATER.PROCOMP 6" COILOVER STAGE 2,BANKS MONSTER ,NISSMO COLD AIR,35x12.50 PRO COMP X-TERRAIN,17x9 MKW-M56,NISSAN SMOKE BUG SHILD,FULL PAINT WRAPE ON FRONT.ALONG WITH ONE WELL PLACED HOOTERS TAG> [SCOUTS OUT]

 

[Masa]

I was lowering the spare tire this morning to add some air to it, and I saw this… Could this be an indication of the axel seal going bad? I have not posted anything for a while since I thought I got most of the problems fixed, and was just trying to enjoy my Titan. I was thinking about getting a travel trailer this summer, but it never realized. I haven’t towed anything, yet, and my Titan currently has 12,500 miles on it.

I’m planning to take my family down to Port Aransas next weekend in my Titan, but should we take my Wife’s minivan instead? I will definitely call the dealership on Tuesday, but I’m not sure they could do anything about this before the next weekend. I hope everyone is having a great Labor Day weekend!