Two problems related to universal joint have been reported for the 2005 Nissan Frontier. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2005 Nissan Frontier based on all problems reported for the 2005 Frontier.
Poorly designed u-joint to front in 4 wheel drive. ,u-joint has no grease fitting will rust and disinterested. Manufacturer has added fitting to replace part. However, original could fail and bring vehicle to complete stop in traffic or front drive could fail in adverse weather, leading to loss of traction ,both of which could lead to accident. Tailgate prone to failure due to poor weld on inner half tailgate hinge. Tailgate was heavy and could lead to injury to a child or small person if failure occured while opening. Once again manufacturer has added additional welds in replacement part.
2005 Nissan Frontier with engineering defects customer states that the universal joint is subject to fail due to rust. * the consumer stated the manufacturer must have recognized the problem, because they have since added grease fittings. The consumer also stated the metal part that protrudes from the tailgate to the body of the truck was not designed for the weight of the tailgate. Due to insufficient welding, the original inner half of the tailgate hinge can possibly break. The consumer was able to stop the tailgate from falling.