2004 Nissan Crew
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
1 recall names the 2004 Nissan Crew. Newest first.
Certain pickup trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 201, "occupant protection in interior impact." an area on the rear pillar where the rear seat belt upper anchor IS attached may not be sufficiently energy absorbent.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could result in an increased risk of injury if the area IS struck in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the outboard rear seat belt assemblies with new ones. the recall began on september 27, 2004. owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Owner complaints
87 complaints6 involved a crash2 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Power train
The rear axle seals on my 2004 nissan titan are leaking and allowing differential oil to coat my rear brakes causing unsafe braking conditions. *tr
- Power train › Axle assembly · Power train › Axle assembly › Axle shaft · Power train › Axle assembly › Axle shaft › Seal · Power train › Driveline › Differential unit
2004 LE 4X4 offroad-big tow package with 62,900. Miles. I was leaving my apt. Made a right turn, started to increase speed to 25-35 mph when a clunk noise came from my rear end. I stop to check it out and did not notice anything out of place. Started back up and it continued. So I went straight to…
2004 LE 4X4 offroad-big tow package with 62,900. Miles. I was leaving my apt. Made a right turn, started to increase speed to 25-35 mph when a clunk noise came from my rear end. I stop to check it out and did not notice anything out of place. Started back up and it continued. So I went straight to the dealership. After they looked at it, they show me metal peaces and how the gear was skipping. There recommendation was replacement of the whole rear end. I'm an easy driver, have not pulled any loads with my truck. 60 months 60,000 miles IS the warranty. I'm just outside that by close to 3,000. I would hope this helps, nissan needs to look into this matter as I have net work and found that this has been a problem with 04-06 tatin. *tr
- Power train › Automatic transmission
I purchased a 2004 nissan maxima on december 2ND of 2006,from a used cars dealership on belair road. The following saturday I had to take it back to the to the dealership to be fixed with the first problem/ ended up taking it back to the dealership for this same problem 4 times.at the time I…
I purchased a 2004 nissan maxima on december 2ND of 2006,from a used cars dealership on belair road. The following saturday I had to take it back to the to the dealership to be fixed with the first problem/ ended up taking it back to the dealership for this same problem 4 times.at the time I purchased this car, it had a factory warranty of 30 days or 1000 miles.their was a problem every month with this car. I explained to her all I wanted to do was trade for another one just like it. By this time the warranty had expired and I couldn't afford the extended warranty amount all at one time. As the warranty begin to end, the transmission was messing up shifting roughly,jumping into gear either when slowing down, pulling off, or even when parking. I told this to the service man at the dealership and because of the miles on the car they wouldn't touch it. I took the car to have the transmission flushed at a service station and I was told a flush wouldn't help this car needs a transmission. Before I had talked to the general sales manager about the problem and he stated their was nothing that could be done, because the warranty had expired. I explained to him that I have found a lot of defects with this car, that wasn't found before being sold to me. I asked several times about them assisting me in getting it repaired or trading for an other max.now I have a car sitting at home I can't drive that I still have to pay for and its not right. The gm from a koons ford location did respond to my complaint, but I haven't heard anything yet on what he's going to do.i have called/sent him messages and no response yet.i need my car fixed or another one. I'm soliciting for assistance through this direction. It's been 3 weeks noe the car has been parked, I don't have $2500.00 to get this transmission fixed. *tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
While driving at approx. Speed of 30 mph and applying brakes there was a scraping noise and light braking. I traveled approx. 1 mile further and applied brakes with little braking action and scraping noise heard again. Turned engine off and checked vehicle. Re-started engine and all function…
While driving at approx. Speed of 30 mph and applying brakes there was a scraping noise and light braking. I traveled approx. 1 mile further and applied brakes with little braking action and scraping noise heard again. Turned engine off and checked vehicle. Re-started engine and all function appeared normal. A week later same action accrued again. I took vehicle to dealership where the ABS system was found to be bad. Replaced delta stokes sensor and reprogrammed ecu. *tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic
On 10/12/07 I was driving my 2004 nissan titan on the interstate. my brakes totally failed and I had to coast and use the transmission to stop. their was minimal braking when I had the pedal in the floor and the truck shook violently. upon restarting the car the brakes seemed to work. I…
On 10/12/07 I was driving my 2004 nissan titan on the interstate. my brakes totally failed and I had to coast and use the transmission to stop. their was minimal braking when I had the pedal in the floor and the truck shook violently. upon restarting the car the brakes seemed to work. I contacted nissan and was told after telling the person what happened that my computer had a glitch. It took her like two seconds to come up with how to fix it over the phone. I thought it was really funny that what they called a glitch could have killed me and others. they supposedly fixed it when I took it in. from research this sounds pretty common with this truck. I have been told that resetting of the computer would fix it. if it IS that simple then nissan should do a recall and reset them all before someone dies or IS seriously injured. *jb
- Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch · Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Third brake failure! brake lights come on and brakes are grating/grinding. not the same issue as before- no shaking. I was not able to brake. if I turn off the car and wait 15 min.- the issue IS resolved. The dealership has looked at it and noted "no problem". unless it occurs when they have…
Third brake failure! brake lights come on and brakes are grating/grinding. not the same issue as before- no shaking. I was not able to brake. if I turn off the car and wait 15 min.- the issue IS resolved. The dealership has looked at it and noted "no problem". unless it occurs when they have it, they cannot solve it. the last failure occurred on the highway to illinois and lasted 20 minutes. had to restart the car several times before the waiting period worked and the brakes worked again. this IS not poor brake maintenance. this IS an inherent problem with the '04. *tr
- Power train › Axle assembly › Axle shaft › Seal · Power train › Driveline › Differential unit
1. no warning 2. loud ticking, then thumping under truck 3. nissan replacing rear differential and axle assembly. *Tr
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Drum › Shoes/linings
The steering wheel shakes violently when you depress the brakes. I had the front aligned and the brakes checked. The autoshop can't remove the bolts holding the pads on both front wheels. Now I hear a loot of tapping noise plus the continued shaking of the steering wheel when I depress the brakes. *jb
- Power train › Driveline › Differential unit
Truck now has 50,000 miles on it. first noticed the rear differential leaking about a year ago. had nissan dealer seal it again along with the 3RD brake kit replacement. noticed a high pitched whine when accelerating and at high speeds. took it back to nissan dealer who checked out rear…
Truck now has 50,000 miles on it. first noticed the rear differential leaking about a year ago. had nissan dealer seal it again along with the 3RD brake kit replacement. noticed a high pitched whine when accelerating and at high speeds. took it back to nissan dealer who checked out rear differential and said it needed to be replaced. truck came with big tow"package. we towed a 3500 lbs. Boat locally during the summer, but it made a once-a-year-round-trip , towing boat between freehold and bassett, va. *Ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
High speed braking caused the vehicle to have a hard to control braking of brake pads from the vibration from the rotors. the vehicle shook when braking and hard to control, the brake pedal pulsated, and the steering wheel shook violently. Rotors have warped, makeing it hard to turn in the rain…
High speed braking caused the vehicle to have a hard to control braking of brake pads from the vibration from the rotors. the vehicle shook when braking and hard to control, the brake pedal pulsated, and the steering wheel shook violently. Rotors have warped, makeing it hard to turn in the rain without sliding. Police officer gave me a ticket for the front left tire crossing the middle divider line in a down hill right turn. Couldn't control vehicle in the turn due to the braking system but the police officer wouldn't believe me and wrote me a ticket anyway. Nissan put on upgrade rotors they said. Still have the same problem, it just took a little longer for it to occur again. Brake pads were put on at my expense. *Ak
- Power train › Axle assembly › Axle shaft › Seal
I own a '04 nissan titan that I purchased new in dec. '04. a rear end hum alerted me (after further inspection) to a leaky passenger side axle seal. after further inspection, the left axle seal was leaking as well. the truck has 93,500 miles on it and the passenger side leak IS so bad, that the…
I own a '04 nissan titan that I purchased new in dec. '04. a rear end hum alerted me (after further inspection) to a leaky passenger side axle seal. after further inspection, the left axle seal was leaking as well. the truck has 93,500 miles on it and the passenger side leak IS so bad, that the entire rear wheel hub and portions of the rear brake system are covered in rear end fluid. I was fortunate to have located the problem before more extensive damage or an accident occurred. *tr
- Electrical system › Wiring
Electrical wiring harness engine failure ,all power was lost. harness replaced , wires grounded over. *ak
- Power train › Automatic transmission
Vehicle shift lock handle when put in to park locks and its very hard to to shift, it gets stuck, if for any reason you stop the vehicle on a very small incline and shift into park, be prepared to spend some time trying to disengaged the shift, creating that congestion of vehicles behind your car…
Vehicle shift lock handle when put in to park locks and its very hard to to shift, it gets stuck, if for any reason you stop the vehicle on a very small incline and shift into park, be prepared to spend some time trying to disengaged the shift, creating that congestion of vehicles behind your car waiting for you. It has been happening to me, I have taken this vehicle back to dealer several times and all they said IS "thats the way this minivan IS made, actually you have to learn how to drive this vehicle and complain to nissan", I have tried several other quests and most of them do the same thing and some don't, IS this a ground for a manufacturer recall? Please let me know if I am stuck with several years of payment for this vehicle and I have to live with this problem. Thank you. *Tr
- Visibility › Glass, side/rear
In 2003 I purchase a nissan maxima and the next year I received a recall for the skyview. I was told by nissan headquarters to take it to the nearest dealership and they would take care of me. The reason for the recall was that the glass was not tempered correctly. My concern then was that they…
In 2003 I purchase a nissan maxima and the next year I received a recall for the skyview. I was told by nissan headquarters to take it to the nearest dealership and they would take care of me. The reason for the recall was that the glass was not tempered correctly. My concern then was that they would mess my car up on top .at the time of the recall my warranty was good. Now two years later my car has correction and the paint IS chipping where they replaced the glass. I took it back to the dealership that did the work previously and they say my warranty doesn't cover the paint. I have an extended warranty and that doesn't cover the problem either. At the present time nissan has giving me no hope of fixing their mistake. My car IS only three yeard old and I live in texas. I should not have corroction on my car.my car IS garage kept most of the time.*ak
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
Brakes are the problem, we have taken the titan to the dealer four times , all they do IS turn the rotors and put new pads. We only had 26,000 mi. On the vehicle. As a result while vacantioning in north fl.\orida, trying to avoid a deer , slamming on the brakes they whent down to the floor we…
Brakes are the problem, we have taken the titan to the dealer four times , all they do IS turn the rotors and put new pads. We only had 26,000 mi. On the vehicle. As a result while vacantioning in north fl.\orida, trying to avoid a deer , slamming on the brakes they whent down to the floor we swerved into a tree. $2000. Later a rental car. The other day I tried stoping for a red light went right through. Try exsplaning that to a cop. *Ak
- Power train › Driveline › Differential unit
Rear end to be replaced, once under warranty and once eight thousand miles after warranty. *nm
- Structure › Body · Structure › Body › Door › Hinge and attachments
I have a 2004 nissan truck titan! I can not open my doors when the wheater I bad. Just as of yesterday me and fincey was try to get in the truck the door hander had came off on both side ! Right now I have to pay $625.00 each to get the doors fix! I feel that the doors should be fix under the…
I have a 2004 nissan truck titan! I can not open my doors when the wheater I bad. Just as of yesterday me and fincey was try to get in the truck the door hander had came off on both side ! Right now I have to pay $625.00 each to get the doors fix! I feel that the doors should be fix under the warranty. I only had the truck for two month an I pay a car note each month. When we took the truck in to nissan of brookly center mn.,the superviser jeff told us that this was a on going problem with the 2004 nissan truck titan !! Can you help use out with with problem. thank you mrs. Young
- Power train › Axle assembly › Axle shaft › Seal · Power train › Driveline › Differential unit
I own a 2004 nissan titan, I have had several issues involving the brakes having a severe vibration problem and have had them fixed at least 3 different time at the dealer, the dealer says the problem IS fixed and should not return but it does 6-12 months later. now the rear differential IS going…
I own a 2004 nissan titan, I have had several issues involving the brakes having a severe vibration problem and have had them fixed at least 3 different time at the dealer, the dealer says the problem IS fixed and should not return but it does 6-12 months later. now the rear differential IS going out and the truck IS only 2 1/2 years old. I took it to the dealer only to be told it would cost over 3000.00 dollars to repair. the dealer rep that I spoke to said it was a common problem on this model,i took it to a reputable mechanic in my area to be told it could br repaired for around 1200.00 dollars. my mecanic did his own research speaking to several area nissan dealers to be told it was a common problem and it could be repaired but it would most likely happen again and that the entire rear axle should be replaced.i do like the truck and all I want IS to have my rear replaced at no cost to me.the truck has not been used for any towing or hauling purposes and has only been in 4 wheel drive when IS was a severe snow. it has been used for light four wheel drive use. *nm
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
2004 nissan titan, severe brake judder began occurring at approximately 15,000 miles. Dealer has stated that no recall IS in effect and that I am responsible for repairs. Brake judder in a turn IS causing difficulty in maintaining control of the vehicle. Repairs to brake rotor and pads do not resolve the problem. Vehicle IS unsafe to drive on curvy roads. *nm
- Power train · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper · Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm
I have a 2004 nissan quest which has given me problems since I bought the car. the numerous recalls and the constant changing of brakes. we have had to change the brakes more than six times. the back brakes are constantly going out. they have a burning smell and I have taken it to the…
I have a 2004 nissan quest which has given me problems since I bought the car. the numerous recalls and the constant changing of brakes. we have had to change the brakes more than six times. the back brakes are constantly going out. they have a burning smell and I have taken it to the dealership on several occasions with no assistance. since I could not get an answer as to why my brakes were getting hot. I then took the car to aaa for a motor vehicle diagnostic inspection. they stated that the motor vehicle had two cracked motor mounts, both of lower control arms were defective, which wore out two sets of tires,and I had other repairs that were necessary to make. aaa also stated that there was something going on with the brake calipers, which could be the reason that I was having to change my brakes every six months. I told the dealership where I purchased the vehicle and they did not try to remedy the situation. I also contacted nissan who have not responded to my request for them to replace the tires on my vehicle. I'm still trying to reach them. *nm
- Power train › Driveline › Differential unit
Rear electronic locking differential failed, solenoid stuck engaged, rear end popping and hopping. *nm
- Power train › Driveline › Differential unit
My 2004 titan LE (tow package) had 32000 (+or-) miles when I heard a loud whining noise from the rear end. The dealership examined the truck and advised they had to replace the entire rear end. Now 3500 miles later (total mileage 37000) it has gone out again. Tonight, it's in the shop. Will it go out again? After reading this site, my guess would be an intelligent, yes! *nm
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Rotor
I was driving a nissan 2004 armada going to north ca and in va had an accident and hit a guard rail brakes where shudder and the steering wheel was shaking hard I took it to nissan dealer ship and a special tech came to see it and ruled out that the accident was not caused by the brakes so I lost…
I was driving a nissan 2004 armada going to north ca and in va had an accident and hit a guard rail brakes where shudder and the steering wheel was shaking hard I took it to nissan dealer ship and a special tech came to see it and ruled out that the accident was not caused by the brakes so I lost out on 2000 then while I was taken my SUV to dealer for oil change they changed brakes now if there was nothing wrong with the brakes why did they change them it IS not fare what these people did and doing to me now im having problems with my steering but I think it has something to do with the brakes damage think of it brake shudders and it affects the steering who's there to say that it wont take out the rack and tie rods inner and outer so I took it to the dealer and they told me that nissan cant cover because I had the accident how do they know it was not there before the accident. *nm
- Suspension › Rear › Springs › Leaf spring assembly › Shackle
While driving to store, noticed a bang in rear of truck, did not think much of it since I haul my tools in bed of truck. Until I got to the job site and realized that the passenger rear leaf spring was protruding through the bed of the truck. The shackle had stretched off its mounting bolt, and the…
While driving to store, noticed a bang in rear of truck, did not think much of it since I haul my tools in bed of truck. Until I got to the job site and realized that the passenger rear leaf spring was protruding through the bed of the truck. The shackle had stretched off its mounting bolt, and the driver side was about to. Immediately I took the truck to the dealer and they stated that they would contact the manufacturer of vehicle and call me back. After several days and lost pay, the manufacturer said they would not honor the warranty because of the recently purchased air bags(2-3 weeks previous) I had added. I added because with my tool boxes loaded, my headlights would shine in other drivers eyes and truck would roll in corners. After several days of no pay I had to order a new set of rear shackles. Upon my surprise you can see a difference in the new shackles and the originals with additional welds. They blame the air bags. I thank god I had them on. I had unloaded all tools/boxes from truck and had all weighed with me and my helper 920 lbs. With cap 1070 lbs for a truck whose payload IS 1400 lbs. I also have photos/video of all items removed including the removal and installation of new parts. Took new and old shackles to dealership service manager and he stated that he could see a difference. Out of 7 areas to weld on the O4 and O5 time-stamped shackles only 3 are done. And on the O6 time-stamped shackle 6 of the 7 are done. I am currently driving vehicle with one O5 and one O6 shackle. Waiting to here from some one that could help me with potentially fatal quality control issue. *nm
- Power train › Driveline › Differential unit
2004 nissan titan rear differential failure. dealer replaced rear end. *nm
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10032506Nissan: vent control valve replacement. When replacing the evap canister vent control valve for reason: use the one listed on page 2; for vent control valve replacement procedure, refer to the appropriate section of the electronic service manuals (esm; when installing the new valve, do not add any lube to its o ring; for frontier (D40 series) only, install the protector listed in parts information. Includes 2005-09 frontier. Updated 12/8/10.
- 10032306Nissan: exterior lamp fogging. Occasionally water IS noticed in the exterior lamps. This IS generally not due to a defect. All current exterior lamp assemblies are vented to the atmosphere (not sealed). This IS necessary to allow for expansion and contraction of air from temperature variations (warmer or colder) without damage to the lamp. Moisture in the air sometimes travels into and out of the lamp assembly through these vents. Certain environmental conditions may cause moisture to condense. The fogging/cloudiness should disappear over time when the lamp IS in a dry environment. No models listed. Updated 5/7/10. Updated 12/9/13.
- 10031305Nissan: tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) warning light on/flashing. No models or model years listed. Updated on 08-11-2011.
- 10030165Nissan: the 12 volt battery IS an important part of the vehicle electrical system and IS required to stay connected when the engine IS running. To prevent damage to vehicle electronic components follow the instructions/cautions. No model years listed.
- 10025522Nissan: srs precautions during service;improper maintenance, including incorrect removal and installation of the srs, can lead to a serious injury or death caused by unintentional activation of the srs on all nissan models with the srs systems. Updated 2/21/14.
- 10024689Nissan; special automatic transmission fluid requirement. 2004 to current nissan vehicles.