Axle Assembly problems of the 1997 Nissan Pathfinder

Two problems related to axle assembly have been reported for the 1997 Nissan Pathfinder. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Axle Assembly problem

While driving 55 mph vehicle rocked back and forth due to axle failure.

2 Axle Assembly problem

When vehicle comes to a stop the rear axle assembly makes a loud rolling thump as if someone rear ended vehicle. Is at dealer has been notified.




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