Axle Shaft Seal Problems of Nissan Titan - part 1

Rear axle seals have now failed for the 3rd time. Nissan dealers tells me Nissan will not permit them to replace seals alone. Nissan corporate headquarters fix is to replace entire axle assembly at a cost of approximately $800 each axle. Nissan is obviously aware of a design problem, but will not take the lead to fix, but put the cost of a defective design on the back of their customers. Nissan service representative told me there is a flaw in the materials used in the differential and differential is not venting properly thus causing the seals to prematurely fail. I fail to understand why a recall has not been issued since this is a common problem on Nissan Titan trucks that Nissan will not face. Sounds like Nissan is having a Toyota moment and burying their head in the sand.

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The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Titan with 54700 miles. The contact stated that the rear axle seals have failed. The contact had taken the vehicle to his local mechanic where he found that the rear axle seals had been leaking onto the brakes. The manufacturer confirmed that there were no related recalls. The failure mileage was 54700.

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Nissan Titan '07 power train:axle assembly:axle shaft:seal.

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When vehicle was taken for routine service, mechanic found that both rear axle seals were/had been leaking and likely to fail if not corrected. Mechanic advised very unusual for failure at such low mileage and age of vehicle. Vehicle had recently been serviced by dealer at scheduled warranty check where seals were reported to have been inspected.

The rear axle seals on my '04 Nissan Titan, are leaking. This is apparently caused by a poorly designed breather valve. I have checked many forums, and this seems to be a very common problem. My truck is, and has been for a while, out of warranty. However, this seems the problem is a defect, and should be treated as such. However, the Nissan dealership I have had look at it, does not see it that way. . Read more...

Bought the Nissan Titan used in November of 2007. I recently found a wet spot on the driver's side wheel (inside) under the brake rotor. I took the truck to the dealership and they said it seems to be a pretty common problem with the Titan. It's a leaking axle seal. This leak was causing brake fluid to leak around and possible onto the brake rotor, calipers, and pads. This is a very dangerous problem due to possible fire and or brake failure.

Passenger side rear axle seal leak observed on 2/3/2008. Fluid leak covered bottom portion of brake rotor. Vehicle was taken to dealership and axle seal was replaced under manufacturer's warranty. Possible safety issue as differential fluid on brakes could impact brake function and lead to failure. Dealer service department explained that several of these seals have been replaced on the same type of vehicle (both driver and passenger sides), but they have little explanation as to the cause of the problem.

Rear axle seal leak.

Under normal driving conditions right rear axle leaking. This is the 3rd occurrence, all of which have been right rear axle seal leaks. First time dealership replaced seal. Second time dealer replaced entire rear axle assembly. Third time, unknown at this time. Vehicle is currently at dealer.

I purchased this 2005 Nissan Titan new. During a recent oil change and service at 34,150 miles I noticed fluid leaking onto the both sides of the rear brake rotor assemblies. At first I thought it was brake fluid but upon closer examination I discovered it was gear lube from the rear axle. It was leaking past the seals and down the backing plates and dripping onto the wheel and some of that oil being slung onto the brake rotors themselves. I stopped driving the truck since I felt this is now a safety issue and called the dealer. They advised me to bring truck in for inspection which I did on 1/3/08 at 34,206 miles. They confirmed seals are leaking and ordered parts. I asked them to make a note on the service order that I have stopped driving truck unless needed. They then called and told me parts are in and truck was brought in for repair on 1/14/08 at 34,361 miles. The parts that were replaced under warranty are as follows; qty-2 p/n:43070-7s200 axle spacer, qty-2 p/n:40210-7s210 rear bearing, qty-2 p/n:43252-7s200 oil seal, qty-2 p/n:01541-0001u snap-ring and qty-1 999mp-df100p synthetic diff fluid. I am very happy that Nissan repaired and covered this under warranty. But, I am very disappointed that this type of failure occured at such low mileage.

Dvr rear axle seal leak (which saturated brake pads leading to possible severe problem, but was caught before any situation) at 28,xxx miles, rear axle seal leak pass. Side (warranty optioned to replace whole rear end axle assembly at 36,200 miles, rear axle seal leak both sides including 3rd member seal at 60,xxx miles, rear end ring and pinion "grenaded" at 61,xxx miles (extended warranty still unsure on coverage due to lack of rear end maintenance records, I. E. - lube change) (required maintenance is every 30,000 miles, I have not put 30,000 miles on the vehicle before a major issue. ).

I have rear axle oil leaking onto my disc brake rotor. I found out during a routine tire rotation. Apparently this seal failure is common on this vehicle type.

Rear axle seals leaking onto rear brakes and wheels. First noticed on 11/30/2007; however, the extent of the leak and oily residue indicate that the problem has existed for sometime.

I have a Nissan Titan and the other day I was taking off my receiver hitch when I noticed that my rear axle seal was leaking bad, but it has not been leaking for long cause I checked it out the week before. I have to take it in and see what the Nissan dealer says.

Front and rear axle seal leaks. Fixed by mechanic.

Rear axle seal failure. Possible rear end failure.

My vehicle is a 2006 Nissan Titan se crew cab 4x4. I was looking at my new tires when I noticed fluid leaking at the end of the axle where it joins with the wheel. Fortunately, there was no failure. I took it 2 miles down the road to central valley Nissan upon noticing this problem (I was down there within 30 minutes). The service manager said they have seen this on Titans before. He said it is a rear axle seal that has failed. I was told this happens because the axle warps. I made an appointment to have this fixed the next day (I am going down first thing tomorrow morning). I am hopeful that this problem will not occur again with my vehicle. Based on internet searches, this problem seems to be fairly widespread. Sincerely, michael james.

2005 Nissan Titan xe 4x4 - started leaking very bad from right rear axle seals around 47k miles.

Rear axle seal leaking passenger side, leaking all over rear disc brake.

Right rear axle seal blew out and leaked differential fluid. Differential fluid leaking on rear brake rotors which could cause brake failure, which was a major safety concern to me. At time of failure at 24,000 miles no suspension modifications had been done to vehicle. Also, the rear differential oil will slowly leak and cause the rear differential to lose fluid and fail. As this seems to be a very common problem with the Nissan Titan, Nissan should address this issue and offer a permanent fix so we will not be faced with the safety issue in the future.

Right rear seal leaking.

Rear axle shaft seal defective.

Both of my rear axle seals are leaking on my 2004 Titan[67000 miles] . My dealer pointed this out to me while he was performing service on my truck. Fluid was all of the inside of the rear wheels. This truck has never towed and has never been off road. Truck is stock.

Driver side axle seal leaking.

Noticed gear oil on right rear axle dust cover and brake components. Right rear axle seal was leaking. First noticed the leaking seal at 25,600 miles.

Both rear axle seals are leaking.

Rear end seals leak leading to rear differential failure and oil sprayed onto rear brake assembly.

Leaking rear axle seals on driver and passenger side discovered at 51,000 miles not sure when leaks started, but both hubs have oil dripping off of them.

Right rear axle seal leaking, fluid leaking onto brake assembly; left rear axle seal seeping. Seals had been leaking for a while. All problems fixed by dealer, but Nissan should use an improved axle seal, and a different axle vent system. The vent does not allow air pressure to return into the axle housing when there is a negative pressure situation. . Read more...

2005 Nissan Titan left rear axle seal failure. On the morning of 8-21-2007 I noticed oil inside my left rear wheel. I climbed under the truck and could see clearly where it had leaked out the end of the axle. The previous day I had been traveling back to my home from a 6 hour trip. I filled up with gas about 3 hours away from home-I did not see any oil in rear wheel (gas cap is next to wheel). Problem had to happen after fill-up-this is a major problem because I was traveling at night,70 mph on interstate. If all fluid had of leaked out ,that could be catastrophic at that time. Also I do not think that it is safe for diff oil to be leaking on rear brake disks. I know that Nissan is having problems with these seals on Titan trucks and think they should be made to come up with a lasting repair before somebody gets killed or injured. My local dealer replaced the leaking seal.

Rear axle seals leaked. Fluid got on rear brakes. 2006 Nissan Titan se crew cab.

Rear axle seal leaking after only 33,000 miles. I caught it early but I concerned about how early this has happened. Small amount of oil on the emergency brake.

2004 Nissan Titan, both rear axle seal leaks, being replaced 8/23/2007. Vent tube wet with oil, suspect improper venting of differential is causing seal failures.

Rear axle seal failure on both axles.