Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
10V517000NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.from 08/19/2003 to 05/15/2006V (Vehicle)747480MFRNISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.10/28/201010/28/2010
Defect SummaryNissan is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 armada, titan, infiniti qx56 and model year 2005-2006 frontier, pathfinder and xterra vehicles. the intelligent power distribution module (ipdm) assembly contains an engine control module (ecm) relay that has a diode for electrical current noise reduction. the ecm relay may allow silicon vapor to form and, over time, the silicon evaporates from the diode molding which causes silicon oxide to develop on the ecm relay contact due to arcing.
Consequence SummaryThis could cause engine stalling increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will replace the ecm relay inside the ipdm assembly. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during december 2010. owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
NotesOwners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN
0509610/24/200510017480Rattle from condenser fan mount. *tt11/08/2005
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
0704006/06/200710021697Low power with wide open throttle. *kb06/15/2007
0600903/31/200606009A10019613Mil on with dtc u1000 or u1010 stored in engine control unit. *tt04/05/2006
0600902/08/200610019300Malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code u1000 or u1010 stored in engine control unit. *ak02/28/2006
04131A10/11/200504131B10016853Engine will not crank and/or start and/or transmission improper operation. *tt10/12/2005
0411102/03/200604111A10010093Engine will not crank with outside temperature below 10 f. *jb *sc11/04/2004
0410909/23/200410010169Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) 01774 stored. *nm11/04/2004
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL
0408006/30/200410008715Essential tool - j-44626 air fuel sensor socket. also including 2005 all nissan vehicles. *tt08/18/2004

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ENGINE
01/23/201395391
 Tl- the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that the engine made a rattling sound and exhaust fumes were smelled inside the cabin. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the contact was informed that there was a hairline fracture leading from the catalytic converter to the manifold that was causing the smell. the vin was not available. the failure and current mileages were 95,391. mah
01/23/201395391
 Tl- the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that the egnine on the vehicle started making a rattle sound and you could smell exhaust inside the vehicle. the contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told there was a hair line fractor going from the catylitic converter to the manifold that is causing the smell. the vehicle was not repaired. the vin did not go through. the failure mileage and current mileages were 95,391.rl
01/22/2013155000
 I was driving west bound 55 mph with right of way. other driver pulled out in front of me heading north. i hit his passenger side. totaled my titan. no airbag deployment. i sustained upper body injuries due to no airbag support.
01/01/200647314
 Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that when driving at various speeds he would hear a loud whining noise. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. the technician stated that the exhaust was leaking due to the manifold being fractured. the vehicle was repaired for the manifold approximately seven times in five years. the manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 47,314. the current mileage was approximately 166,000
01/01/200647314
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that when driving at various speeds he would hear a loud whining noise. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. the technician stated that the exhaust was leaking due to the manifold being fractured. the vehicle was repaired for the manifold approximately seven times in five years. the manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 47,314. the current mileage was approximately 166,000. pmb
11/16/2011120000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that he smelled a foul odor inside the cabin and would hear an abnormal noise when driving at various speeds. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they advised that the exhaust manifolds were cracked and leaking. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified and provided no assistance. the failure mileage was 120,000. the vin was unavailable.
01/01/200647314
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that when driving at various speeds he would hear a loud whining noise. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. after diagnosis they advised him that the exhaust was leaking due to the manifold being fractured. the vehicle was repaired for the manifold approximately seven times in five years. the manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 47,314. the current mileage was approximately 166,000. tb
11/16/2011120000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that he smelled a foul odor inside the cabin and would hear an abnormal noise when driving at various speeds. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they advised that the exhaust manifolds were cracked and leaking. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified and provided no assistance. the failure mileage was 120,000. the vin was unavailable.
11/16/2011120000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that he smelled a foul odor inside the cabin and would hear an abnormal noise when driving at various speeds. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection where they advised that the exhaust manifolds were cracked and leaking. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified and provided no assistance. the failure mileage was 120,000. the vin was unavailable. kmj
11/16/2011120000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that while driving the vehicle, he would smell a foul odor and hear a loud noise. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for inspection and they stated that the exhaust manifolds were cracked and leaking. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was notified and provided no assistance. the failure mileage was 120,000. the vin was unavailable. ap
08/01/201250000
 Tl -the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that when driving, he could hear a loud ticking noise. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic for inspection where they advised that the exhaust manifold was cracked and needed to be repaired. the vehicle was not repaired. the dealer was notified and stated that the exhaust manifold would need to be repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure mileage was 50,000. the vin was unavailable. kmj
08/01/2012500000
 Tl -the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that while driving the vehicle, he would hear a loud ticking noise. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic for inspection and they stated that exhaust manifold was cracked and needed to be repaired. the vehicle was not repaired. the dealer was notified and they stated that it needed to be repaired. the manufacturer was not notifited. the failure mileage was 50,000. the vin was unavailable. ap
01/17/201268000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that the vehicle was started and he immediately noticed blue smoke coming from the rear end of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where a technician advised that the manifold needed to be replaced. the vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions for the same failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised that the vehicle was not included in any recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximately failure mileage was 68,000 and the current mileage was 80,000. the vin was not available.
08/13/201298000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that when sitting idle in the vehicle or driving, an overpowering odor of gasoline fuel filled the cabin of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where the contact was advised that both manifolds were fractured and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 98,000. the current mileage was approximately 100,000. the vin was unavailable.
01/17/201268000
 Tl - the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that the vehicle was started and he immediately noticed blue smoke coming from the rear end of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing where a technician advised that the manifold needed to be replaced. the vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions for the same failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised that the vehicle was not included in any recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximately failure mileage was 68,000 and the current mileage was 80,000. the vin was not available. kmj
08/13/201298000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that when sitting idle in the vehicle or driving, an overpowering odor of gasoline fuel filled the cabin of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where the contact was advised that both manifolds were fractured and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 98,000. the current mileage was approximately 100,000. the vin was unavailable. kmj
01/17/201268000
 Tl - the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. while parked the contact stated the vehicle was started and noticed blue smoke coming from the rear end of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnostic testing were a technician stated the manifold needed to be replaced. the vehicle was taken to the dealer on several occasions on the same failure. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vehicle was not included in any recall. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximately failure mileage was 68,000 and the current mileage was 80,000. the vin number was not available. dr
08/13/201298000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that when sitting in his vehicle or driving down the road he would get a strong scent of gasoline in the cabin of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis. after diagnosis they advised him that both manifolds were fractured and needed to be replaced. the vehicle has not been repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 98,000. the current mileage was approximately 100,000. the vin was unavailable. tb
07/14/20121250001
 I was traveling towing a 33 ft camper. usually tow at about 62 mph. all of a sudden the truck cuts out then turns back on and bucks. my lights on my dash light up like a color blinking christmas tree. my speedometer goes all the way to 140 mph, my rpms max out, my fuel gauge goes up and down along with the temp gauge. furthermore all the gauges and warning lights flash or move in no form or fashion. steering gets stiff along with the brakes because the truck shuts off. i controlled the truck to avoid crashing in between the on and off periods. this happened several times. thought it was wiring from camper or brake controller. however, over the last few weeks from about mid sept it has progressively gotten worse. now i can't go out of the driveway before the truck starts acting up. there is a bad accident waiting to happen. in my past experience with nissan is they are reluctant to say anything is wrong and to fix things. i have had enough go wrong with my truck from brakes, electrical, and rear end unit. just last weekend 20 oct 12 i took the truck on about a 15 mile round trip and it acted up again. between july and sept 2012 the truck would start the shut completely off in parked position. it still does that now too. the truck is now parked until i figure what is the problem. i don't have mega bucks to fix it! someone said nissan has a computer recall but i have not been notified and i contacted a dealer but they have not called back. its been 3 days now. they said the description i gave them matches the recall?????????? *tr
07/14/2012125000
 I was traveling towing a 33 ft camper. usually tow at about 62 mph. all of a sudden the truck cuts out then turns back on and bucks. my lights on my dash light up like a color blinking christmas tree. my speedometer goes all the way to 140 mph, my rpms max out, my fuel gauge goes up and down along with the temp gauge. furthermore all the gauges and warning lights flash or move in no form or fashion. steering gets stiff along with the brakes because the truck shuts off. i controlled the truck to avoid crashing in between the on and off periods. this happened several times. thought it was wiring from camper or brake controller. however, over the last few weeks from about mid sept it has progressively gotten worse. now i can't go out of the driveway before the truck starts acting up. there is a bad accident waiting to happen. in my past experience with nissan is they are reluctant to say anything is wrong and to fix things. i have had enough go wrong with my truck from brakes, electrical, and rear end unit. just last weekend 20 oct 12 i took the truck on about a 15 mile round trip and it acted up again. between july and sept 2012 the truck would start the shut completely off in parked position. it still does that now too. the truck is now parked until i figure what is the problem. i don't have mega bucks to fix it! someone said nissan has a computer recall but i have not been notified and i contacted a dealer but they have not called back. its been 3 days now. they said the the description i gave them matches the recall??????????
10/01/2012136000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that while the vehicle was at the local mechanic for routine inspection the contact was informed that the engine exhaust manifold was leaking due to a defective design. in addition, the steering failed while driving. the steering column was replaced; however the exhaust manifold was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 136,000. pmb
10/01/2012136000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that while the vehicle was at the local mechanic for routine inspection the contact was informed that the engine exhaust manifold was leaking due to a defective design. the vehicle steering also failed while driving. the steering column was replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failures. the vehicle exhaust manifold was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 136,000. li
09/10/2012125000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that while parked, he noticed that the exhaust was louder than normal. the contact was a certified mechanic and diagnosed the failure as a cracked exhaust manifold, which he was concerned would leak harmful fumes into the interior cabin. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the issue. the failure and current mileage was 125,000.
09/10/2012125000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that while parked, he noticed that the exhaust was louder than normal. the contact was a certified mechanic and diagnosed the failure as a cracked exhaust manifold, which he was concerned would leak harmful fumes into the interior cabin. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified of the issue. the failure and current mileage was 125,000. kmj
09/10/2012125000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated while parked he noticed that the exhaust was louder than normal. the contact is a certified mechanic and diagnosed the failure as a cracked exhaust manifold which could leak harmful fumes into the cabin. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not notified. the failure and current mileages were 125,000. mh
11/11/20081128631
 Don't know if it's been reported, but alot of people are having issues with the nissan titans (many years) with the exhaust manifolds cracking. i have a 2004 and both of them have been cracked for almost 4 years now. i contacted nissan, they suggested to contact nissan corporate, and pretty much told me i was out of luck. the manifolds are over $850 each, and both of mine are severely cracked, causing engine, emission, and safety/health problems. i have had to replace many o2 sensors, cat's, and mufflers, due to burning up, and have to drive with all my windows down and short trips due to the exhaust filling the cab of the truck. something needs to be done, as this is not only an issue, but a major flaw in the design of the truck. i have had checked out at a local shop, and their exact words were there is absolutely no flex in the exhaust, so when the engine shifts from driving and revving, the manifolds are the weakest point and therefore crack. something seriously needs to be done or looked into. many nissan titan forums hundreds of people are complaining about the same issue. usually only one is cracked, but i have both cracked. if you need a vehicle to inspect, you can look at mine. i even had the exhaust upgraded to bigger exhaust in hopes of relieving some of the pressure, so it doesn't leak all out under the hood, and that has helped some, but this is seriously an issue with the design and useability of these nissan titan trucks. and, i don't know about alot of people, but i can't afford to spend over $1600 in just 2 parts, plus all the other required parts, when i can barely afford to pay the bank on the truck. *tr
11/11/2008112863
 Don't know if it's been reported, but alot of people are having issues with the nissan titans (many years) with the exhaust manifolds cracking. i have a 2004 and both of them have been cracked for almost 4 years now. i contacted nissan, they suggested to contact nissan corporate, and pretty much told me i was out of luck. the manifolds are over $850 each, and both of mine are severely cracked, causing engine, emission, and safety/health problems. i have had to replace many o2 sensors, cat's, and mufflers, due to burning up, and have to drive with all my windows down and short trips due to the exhaust filling the cab of the truck. something needs to be done, as this is not only an issue, but a major flaw in the design of the truck. i have had checked out at a local shop, and their exact words were there is absolutely no flex in the exhaust, so when the engine shifts from driving and revving, the manifolds are the weakest point and therefore crack. something seriously needs to be done or looked into. many nissan titan forums hundreds of people are complaining about the same issue. usually only one is cracked, but i have both cracked. if you need a vehicle to inspect, you can look at mine. i even had the exhaust upgraded to bigger exhaust in hopes of relieving some of the pressure, so it doesn't leak all out under the hood, and that has helped some, but this is seriously an issue with the design and useability of these nissan titan trucks. and, i don't know about alot of people, but i can't afford to spend over $1600 in just 2 parts, plus all the other required parts, when i can barely afford to pay the bank on the truck.
07/01/2011115000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that he could smell fuel fumes inside of the cabin. the vehicle was taken to a repair shop and was inspected. the mechanic found a defect on the exhaust pipe and both manifolds had cracks in them. in order to repair vehicle, the exhaust manifold and catalyst needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 115,000 and the current mileage was 124,000.
07/01/2011115000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that he could smell fuel fumes inside of the cabin. the vehicle was taken to a repair shop and was inspected. the mechanic found a defect on the exhaust pipe and both manifolds had cracks in them. in order to repair vehicle, the exhaust manifold and catalyst needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 115,000 and the current mileage was 124,000. sm.
07/01/2011115000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that could smell the gas fumes inside vehicle cabin. the vehicle was taken to repair shop, and inspected. the mechanic found the defect on the exhaust pipe, both manifolds had cracks on them. in order to repair vehicle the exhaust manifold and catalyst needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the current mileage was 124,000. the failure mileage was 115,000.yn
12/01/2011110000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated. the contact could smell fumes inside vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a repair shop for service maintenance where it was inspected and determined that there was a crack on the exhaust manifold as well as a failure with the catalytic converter. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the current mileage was 113,000. the failure mileage was 110,000.
12/01/2011110000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that the check engine warning light illuminated. the contact could smell fumes inside vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a repair shop for service maintenance where it was inspected and determined that there was a crack on the exhaust manifold as well as a failure with the catalytic converter. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the current mileage was 113,000. the failure mileage was 110,000. kmj
12/01/2011110000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that check engine warning light illuminated. the contact could smell fumes inside vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a repair shop for service maintenance, where it was inspected and determined there was a crack on the exhaust manifold and a failure with the catalytic converter. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the current mileage was 113,000. the failure mileage was 110,000.yn
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
01/01/2006500001
 Exhaust manifold is cracked and leaks fumes into cab. *tr
11/24/201179000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that exhaust fumes emitted into the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer, who diagnosed that the exhaust manifold was cracked and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was repaired, but the failure continued. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired a second time. the failure mileage was 79,000 and the current mileage was 84,972. sm.
11/24/201179000
 Tl - the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact states that exhaust fumes emitted into the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the exhaust manifold was cracked and needed to be replaced. the remedy failed to repaired the problem. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 79,000 and the current mileage was 84,972. pm
01/06/201285500
 Exactly like the frequent problem with the 2005 nissan pathfinder and xterra, the radiator failed causing coolant to mix with the transmission fluid.
10/30/2011180307
 Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that the engine exhaust manifold was cracked due to defective material, and caused fumes to enter the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 180,307 and the current mileage was 180,400.
10/30/2011180307
 Tl- the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that the engine exhaust manifold was cracked due to defective material, and caused fumes to enter the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 180,307 and the current mileage was 180,400. kmj
10/30/2011180307
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated the vehicle engine exhaust manifold failed, the manifold cracked due to defected material, and caused fumes to penetrate the vehicle. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 180,307 and the current mileage was 180,400. li
11/05/2010118000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated when driving at various speeds he noticed that the vehicle would drive sluggishly and it was losing gas mileage. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who advised him that his manifold fractured and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 118,000.
11/05/2010118000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated when driving at various speeds he noticed that the vehicle would drive sluggishly and it was losing gas mileage. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who advised him that his manifold fractured and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 118,000. rvk
11/05/2010118000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that when driving at various speeds he noticed that the vehicle would drive sluggishly and it was loosing gas mileages. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and they advised him that his manifold had fractured and needed to be replaced. the vehicle has not been repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and they offered no assistance. the failure mileage was approximately 118,000. tb
09/13/201090000
 2004 nissan titan vin 1n6aa07bx4n563653 at 90k miles the exhaust manifolds cracked on my 2004 nissan titan. nissan covers this under warranty until 80k miles for the exhaust system. the truck has had no modification and will not pass state emissions and gets horrible gas mileage due to this. now at 104 k i have visited multiple dealers and they agree this is common issue with the titan's and the crack will make a 5 year old truck not pass state emissions. to replace the exhaust manifold with stock parts is $1200; which frustrates me since this is a faulty design which causes the manifolds to move differently then the engine mounts allow the engine to.
10/05/201170200
 Car into dealer for service. found two cracked manifolds on both sides of the engine resulting in excessive noise and exhaust gasses to be released into the cab. both sides need full replacement at nearly $1,200 per side. this is ridiculous on a vehicle with only 70k miles on the clock.
07/23/201173000
 While traveling to go on a 13 hour drive, all of our engine lights came on and the truck became sluggish. we had truck towed and got a call from dealership saying what happen was muffler/exhaust unit fell off during travel and the unit remaining got so hot it burned out entire part of truck including, ecu, rear right harness, and 3 other things. cost to fix over $3,000. after paying hefty bill shop manager said this was the 5th titan in our small town he had same issue with and that he agrees this is the worst place for a unit on a truck and manufacturer should of put other location. i then filed a complaint with nissan consumer affairs. they acted like they cared and then 3 weeks later they denied helping me at all saying it was out of warranty. i did research on line and lots of people are having same issue. this is a huge safey concern and i think needs to be recalled and i need to be reimbursed for my repairs. i find it odd that the exhaust manifold also cracked on the truck on the right and left side and nissan covers that until 80,000 miles.
10/05/201170200
 Car into dealer for service. found two cracked manifolds on both sides of the engine resulting in excessive noise and exhaust gasses to be released into the cab. both sides need full replacement at nearly $1,200 per side. this is ridiculous on a vehicle with only 70k miles on the clock.
07/23/201173000
 While traveling to go on a 13 hour drive, all of our engine lights came on and the truck became sluggish. we had truck towed and got a call from dealership saying what happen was muffler/exhaust unit fell off during travel and the unit remaining got so hot it burned out entire part of truck including, ecu, rear right harness, and 3 other things. cost to fix over $3,000. after paying hefty bill shop manager said this was the 5th titan in our small town he had same issue with and that he agrees this is the worst place for a unit on a truck and manufacturer should of put other location. i then filed a complaint with nissan consumer affairs. they acted like they cared and then 3 weeks later they denied helping me at all saying it was out of warranty. i did research on line and lots of people are having same issue. this is a huge safey concern and i think needs to be recalled and i need to be reimbursed for my repairs. i find it odd that the exhaust manifold also cracked on the truck on the right and left side and nissan covers that until 80,000 miles.
08/01/2010104000
 Ticking noise discovered when starting the truck. sounds seems to come from lower engine compartment or from front wheel-wells. suspected a leaking exhaust pipe. took truck to nissan dealership and was informed the exhaust manifolds (left and right) were both cracked. estimated cost was $2100. advised by nissan technician to just leave it alone as the only result of this problem was the ticking noise and a little worse mileage than usual. over the last year, several instances of engine fumes causing passengers to roll windows down. suspect the fumes are coming from the manifolds since no other exhaust leaks have been found.
08/01/201160000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that exhaust fumes were emitted into the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a dealer who diagnosed that the exhaust manifold was crack and it needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vin was not available. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 60,000.
08/01/201160000
 Tl - the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that exhaust fumes were emitted into the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a dealer who diagnosed that the exhaust manifold was crack and it needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vin was not available. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 60,000. kmj
08/01/201160000
 Tl - the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that exhaust fumes were emitted into the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a dealer who diagnosed that the exhaust manifold was crack and it needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. the vin was not available. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was 60,000. pm
01/17/2011108000
 Tl. the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated the exhaust manifold is leaking. the contact took the vehicle to a local dealer and the dealer stated the exhaust manifold leaking is a common problem with year make and model. the dealer stated there are recalls for a exhaust manifold. the contact stated if the exhaust manifold had a bigger crack the exhaust could cause a fire. the failure mileage was 108,000. jo
05/08/200730000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that there was a ticking noise from the header and engine area. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer several times while under warranty and the contact was told that there was nothing wrong. the contact stated that now the dealer was stating that the headers and manifold were defective. the failure caused the vehicle to lose oil pressure and the headers on both sides needed to be replaced. the failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 100,000.
05/08/200730000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated there is a bad ticking sound coming from the header and engine area of the vehicle. the contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer several times when the vehicle was under warranty, but was told nothing was wrong with the vehicle. the contact stated that now the dealer is staying there is a failure with the headers on the vehicle and the manifold. this failure causes the vehicle to loose oil pressure and the headers on both sides need to be replaced. the contact feels this is a manufacturer defect because the ticking noise has been there for several years. the failure mileage was 30,000 and the current mileage was 100,000.rl
08/11/201087000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. while test driving the vehicle, driving approximately 25 mph he heard a ticking sound coming from the engine compartment. the dealer advised him that the failure was normal. the contact stated he purchased the vehicle used in august of 2010. the failure has been on going since the purchase date. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure mileage was 87,000 and the current mileage was 94,888. vwb
11/01/200626000
 Failure of cracked manifold exhaust with built in catalytic converter. i have cracked 3 manifold exhaust due to the fact that nissan did not install flex pipes in their exhaust system. it is happening on all the titan trucks...look at the forums and my dealer has confirmed it. exhaust is leaking into the cab area. it cost over $900 to just repair the part. they will not fix it! it is leaking straight exhaust fumes.
01/15/2010745271
 I have an '04 nissan titan crew cab truck. in earlier part of '09, while driving on the hwy, my engine stalled and went out. basically i was just rolling on the hwy unaware that the engine went out. i realized my engine went out when i couldn't accelerate or decelerate, and my steering was difficult to handle. the engine wouldn't start after that. it sounded like it would crank, but wouldn't turn, and as if it wasn't getting fuel. several mechanics couldn't figure out the issue until, i later learned by reading up on nissan forum online, of similar cases, that it was an ipdm failure. i replaced this part and it worked again. now, its jan. 2010, and it went out on me again. this time, luckily i was not driving on the hwy, i was parked and the engine wouldn't start. *tr
09/11/2008650001
 Only 65,000 miles on my truck and no modifications. right rear seal leaking, pinion seal is shot and front left axle needs to be replaced. nothing covered under warranty. i am looking at a $3,000 repair bill on a 4 year old truck that has never been off road and doesn't have high miles. my exhaust manifold also cracked at about 60000 miles. this was able to be replaced under warranty. *tr
04/02/200860000209/29/2003
 I was driving between 65 & 70 mph and the engine went into fail safe mode and basically ran at idle speed (10 miles per hour). i parked the truck, turned off engine, restarted, it remained in idle speed only, turned off engine and left off for about 15 minutes - it started and ran normal. dealer replaced ecm. this occurred in may 2007 and then my son was driving today april 2, 2008 at about 45 mph and engine just cut off completely (now at the dealer). this is high risk - imagine turning across a lane of traffic and the engine quitting or pulling onto the expressway and trying to get up to speed and engine quitting. *tr
12/20/200783000412/01/2003
 Tl*the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. while driving 55 mph, the driver could not stop the vehicle after applying the brakes. the vehicle went over an embankment. as a result, the driver sustained fatal injuries. the contact was unsure if the airbags deployed. the vehicle is presently being held by the hwy patrol. the vehicle had been taken for brake repairs 7 times and was released to the contact saying that the brakes were fine. prior to the crash the brakes had failed in october and the contact had the vehicle serviced and filed a complaint. the service manager told the contact that he believed that there was still something wrong with the vehicle and was fired from his position. during prior failures, the abs warning light became illuminated. the contact has reported the failures to nissan with no resolution. the current and failure mileages were 83,000. this is the second complain that the contact has filed. the prior incident reported was 10/07 updated 01/24/08 *bf the dealer stated performed recall dealing with seat belt, heating and a/c is intermittent, vehicle is overheating and rear taillights inoperable. updated 01/24/08 *tr
06/19/200773799301/13/2004
 Tl*the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. while driving 5 mph, the contact attempted to apply the brakes, but the vehicle would not stop. the contact almost struck two pedestrians. she had to apply the emergency brake in order to stop the vehicle. the dealer stated that the abs caused the failure. the powertrain was unknown. the current and failure mileages were 79,000. the consumer stated on 3/26/07 was in a car accident, the vehicle failed to stop at signal and she hit the rear of a pick up and pushed the vehicle in front to hit another vehicle. the consumer stated the other person sustained back injury. the dealer stated ticking noise coming from engine, rear door weather strip is hanging, exhaust leak sound when accelerating, and oil pressure gauge is pegging high. updated 11/08/07 *tr
01/14/2005234002
 The vehicle the atsc light came on and it lost power. the consumer pulled over to the side of the road, waited for 2 minutes and the computer restarted. the transmission just seemed to to slow down. the dealer found no defects and could not duplicate the problem. the vehicle also smelled of antifreeze, and the switch from high beam to low beam turns all the lights off. *jb
11/03/20041
 Consumer was traveling 55 mph and vehicle stalled. consumer was unable to restart vehicle, and had it towed to the dealer for inspection. however, mechanic could not duplicate the problem. *ak
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM
07/17/201036000
 The vehicle in question is a 2004 nissan titan with approx. 36,000 miles of use on the vehicle. on several uses i heard 'clunking' noises from under the vehicle. on the last time before taking the vehicle to the dealer, the abs warning light illuminated and the 'clunking' noise was like a grinding noise also. the dealer told me the differential had failed and needed to be replaced. this part is an extremely important part of the vehicles ability to operate safely. this part failed with only 36,000 miles on it. clearly it is a defective product and action to force the manufacturer to correct the problem to prevent serious injuries to others is required. the dealer also stated that the radiator had failed and replaced it without authorization. when questioned about this the dealer stated it was a crack inthe seam.
09/27/2009360741
 Noticed fluid leaking around both rear tires , fluid coming from the vehicle. nissan titan does not even have 55k on it yet. this is the first time that i have noticed, but will it happen again i will follow up. *tr
04/26/20053000208/18/2004
 Brakes and rotors needed turned at 4.000 miles and brake pedal going to the floor..drivers window not always working..antifreeze smell after driving
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN
03/15/2006280901308/14/2004
 Since purchasing my truck in august of 2004 i have experienced several brake related issues. i've taken the truck to the same dealer for service on each failure/issue. the break issues experienced have been brake lights turning on, brakes shuddering, the truck not braking properly, brakes not working until the pedal was almost completely pressed. recently the truck failed to stop resulting in a rear end collision. the dealer has replaced/resurfaced rotors, brake pads and replaced sensors during the past year and a half. however, i continue to experience issue after issue regarding the brakes. i have had other defects as well, but the brake issues have been the primary issue. *nm
07/04/20051190408/19/2004
 Cooling fan is very loud and sounds like it is grinding, i have taken it to the dealership and was informed that this is normal and that many owners of these trucks have complained about the same thing. if so many are complaining why isn't something being done.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
06/10/200850000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact heard a knocking sound when the air conditioning was activated. the dealer stated that one of the sensors inside the air conditioner needed to be replaced. the contact smelled anti-freeze and coolant from the interior of the vehicle. the dealer performed a radiator flush at the cost of $212, which was at the contact's expense. the contact arrived home and noticed that there was no coolant or anti-freeze in the vehicle. the radiator was bone dry. he took the vehicle back to the dealer and they found a crack in the radiator. the vehicle has not been repaired. the current and failure mileages were less than 50,000.
11/28/20042500209/25/2004
 Multiple brake and steering shudder problems with 2004 titan nissan se crew cab truck, dealer makes mfg suggested repairs but shudder returns creating safety worries and fear of losing control of vehicle. moreover, transmission coolant line replaced wherein dealer informs me that blowout could lead to failure. front tires excessive wear, vibration and shudder with or without brake application. headlight switch design flawed, easily turned off when turn stalk activated or lights are dimmed from high to low beam. all the above problems occured and still are occuring within first 3500 miles!! *ak
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
11/18/2010131938
 I was driving a 2004 nissan titan approximately 35 mph. the motor cut off and i coasted to a stop. the motor restarted after a few minutes and i attempted to get to a repair shop. after driving approx 3 miles, the motor cut off again. i was able to restart the engine after a few minutes and drove approx 1 mile to a repair shop. after leaving the repair shop, i called two nissan dealers and both said that it sounded like a recall that nissan had planned for early dec 2010. one of them suggested that i have the repair shop run a diagonistic to see if anything showed as a problem. if nothing showed then it was probably relatede to the scheduled recall. i contacted the repair shop and relayed the info. after running the diagonistic, i was told that there were no warnings. i have major concerns about driving a vehicle with an engine that will just cut off for no apparent reason. when i asked the two dealers what could be done, i was told not much since the recall isn't due to go into effect until dec and that they (the dealers) had been instructed to not do anything until dec. it appears that nissan is aware of the problem but chooses to ignore the potential consequences.
01/04/2005101/04/2005
 1-knocking sound, sounds like a diesel engine. 2-body & steering wheel vibration at idle. 3-hissing sound when heat or ac is on. 4-rotors replaced 3 times. still having some problem. 5-when idle in gear (idle drops below 500 steering start to vibrate. 6-vibration on brake pedal. 7-emergency brake not holding when in park. *nm
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
01/01/2005500015
 Gas tank spews gas at you when filling. the tank has been replaced and still does this. the brakes judder and cause the vehicle to shake. they have been repaired three times and are still not correct. nissan refuses to admit this is a significant safety issue. there are technical service bulletins on the brakes. *nm
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM
04/01/201180000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle exhibited a loud noise. the vehicle was taken to a dealer and they advised him that the driver side manifold was fractured and needed to be replaced. the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and they offered to pay for labor costs. the failure mileage was approximately 80,000. kmj
04/01/201180000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds he noticed a loud noise. the vehicle was taken to a dealer and they advised him that the drivers side manifold had fractured and needed to be replaced. the vehicle has not been repaired. the manufacturer was contacted and they only offered to pay for labor. the failure mileage was approximately 80,000. tb
07/23/201180000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. when starting the vehicle, the contact heard a noise coming from the engine. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who stated that the exhaust manifold was cracked on both sides. the manufacturer was not notified nor was the vehicle repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 80,000. rvk
07/23/201180000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated the exhaust manifold on both sides was cracked causing a failure. as the vehicle engine was started there was a noise coming from the exhaust manifold. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who inspected the vehicle and found both exhaust manifold cracked. to replace the exhaust manifold it will cause $2000 for the repairs. there are no recalls and the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 80,000. mw
07/23/201180000
 The contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated the exhaust manifold on both sides was cracked causing a failure. as the vehicle engine was started there was a noise coming from the exhaust manifold. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who inspected the vehicle and found both exhaust manifold cracked. to replace the exhaust manifold it will cause $2000 for the repairs. there are no recalls and the vehicle was not repaired. the manufacturer was not contacted. the failure mileage was 80,000. mw
11/20/201085000
 Tl - the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated that fumes were emitted into the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to a dealer who diagnosed that there were two cracked manifold which needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure who file a report and stated that the regional consumer specialist would contact her at a later date. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 85,000 and the current mileage was 100,000. pm
05/10/200950000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. while driving approximately 30 mph, the contact heard a clicking noise and smelled exhaust fumes inside of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they informed the contact that the exhaust manifold was cracked. the vehicle was not repaired. the exhaust fumes progressively became worse over a period of time. the manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. the failure mileage was approximately 50,000. the vin was unavailable.
05/10/200950000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. while driving approximately 30 mph, the contact heard a clicking noise and smelled exhaust fumes inside of the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where they informed that the exhaust manifold was cracked. the vehicle was not repaired. the exhaust fumes progressively became worse over a period of time. the manufacturer was not made aware of the problem. the failure mileage was approximately 50,000. the vin was unavailable. js
03/16/201069935
 2004 titan. connection failed at the flanges welded to the exhaust pipe and the muffler extension at the right rear wheel area. the exhaust pipe and the muffler extension are in good condition. the failure was confined to the flange attachments. failure resulted in hot air/gases melting a critical wire harness that is attached along the frame beam to carry electrics to the rear of vehicle. the right rear wheel speed sensor was damaged. the wires shorted, causing the failure of underhood electrical componnts. immediate consequence was the engine shut down with loss of power steering and power brakes and all other components relying on power from the alternator. the experienced driver was able to coast the vehicle to a stop along a busy interstate highway. long range consequences were the replacement of the titan's wire bundles and electronic components at considerable cost. nissan has not, to date, explained why this simple connection failed, why a wire harness was located close to this heat source, why the wire harness was not protected against heat damage, why the electrical damage was not limited by a fuse, why titan owners were not notified of this potential catastrophic problem and why nissan dealers did not inspect and notifiy titan owners of this issue during other routine maintenance at their facilities.
01/26/2008175000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the catalytic converter came apart and was sucked up in the intake of the engine. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed him he needed a new engine. the vehicle was repaired at another mechanic but at a cost to him. the manufacturer was contacted who offered no assistance. the failure mileage were 175,000...mw
01/20/2011110000
 2004 nissan titan - know issue with exhaust manifolds that leak. this leak or crack in the exhaust manifold causes the engine computer to run full rich all the time. this creates an unsafe condition inside the cab of the vehicle with noxious exhaust fumes and health concerns. not to mention the fuel mileage is almost cut in half as i have calculated. my truck will be on it's third set of manifolds. the first two sets of repacements were covered under the federal emissions warrant up to 80k miles but that has expired at this point. nissan is aware of this issue and from information i have gathered the have updated the design of the manifolds. i might add that the catatytic converters are directly connected to these manifolds. i cannot stress enough the safety concerns with exhaust fumes constantly entering inside ths cab - i drive to work with headaches and nausea and burning eyes every day!
01/26/2008175000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the catalytic converter came apart and was sucked up in the intake of the engine. the vehicle was taken to the dealer who informed him he needed a new engine. the vehicle was repaired at another mechanic but at a cost to him. the manufacturer was contacted who offered no assistance. the failure mileage were 175,000...mw
01/20/2011110000
 2004 nissan titan - know issue with exhaust manifolds that leak. this leak or crack in the exhaust manifold causes the engine computer to run full rich all the time. this creates an unsafe condition inside the cab of the vehicle with noxious exhaust fumes and health concerns. not to mention the fuel mileage is almost cut in half as i have calculated. my truck will be on it's third set of manifolds. the first two sets of repacements were covered under the federal emissions warrant up to 80k miles but that has expired at this point. nissan is aware of this issue and from information i have gathered the have updated the design of the manifolds. i might add that the catatytic converters are directly connected to these manifolds. i cannot stress enough the safety concerns with exhaust fumes constantly entering inside ths cab - i drive to work with headaches and nausea and burning eyes every day!
12/10/201095000
 Exhaust manifolds in nissan titans around the year of '04 are cracking when the shouldn't be with just mild wear and tear on the car. dealers are saying its not a dangerous problem so they cant recall it but with a cracked exhaust manifold co can and often does leak into the cabin.
12/08/201069000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. while the vehicle was at the dealership being inspected he was informed that the vehicle had a cracked exhaust manifold. the contact called the manufacture and was advised that the repair was not under warranty and there was no recall. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure mileage was 69,000 and the current mileage was 69,323. vwb
06/05/201066000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact started the ignition and heard a loud ticking noise coming from the outside of the vehicle. the failure would occur when the vehicle was in motion and the engine initial start-up. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis and they informed that the exhaust manifold exhibited a severe crack. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 66,000. the vin was unavailable. js
10/20/2010
 Cracked exhaust manifolds
03/10/201081600
 Exhaust manifold crack. exhaust fumes smelled in the cabin
07/15/2010120000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated the exhaust manifold on the vehicle is cracked. the crack causes the exhaust fumes to come into the vehicle while driving. the dealer stated if the exhaust manifold is replaced without replacing the catalytic converter, the exhaust manifold will crack again. the catalytic converter is being replaced without having failed, but the catalytic converter is attached to exhaust manifold and without replacing both, it will cause the catalytic converter to fail. the vin was not available at the time of the complaint. the failure mileage was 120000 and the current mileage was 121000.rl
06/05/201066000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact started the ignition and heard a loud ticking noise coming from the outside of the vehicle. the failure would occur when the vehicle was in motion and the engine initial start-up. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis and they informed that the exhaust manifold exhibited a severe crack. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 66,000. the vin was unavailable. js
10/20/2010
 Cracked exhaust manifolds
03/10/201081600
 Exhaust manifold crack. exhaust fumes smelled in the cabin
07/15/2010120000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated the exhaust manifold on the vehicle is cracked. the crack causes the exhaust fumes to come into the vehicle while driving. the dealer stated if the exhaust manifold is replaced without replacing the catalytic converter, the exhaust manifold will crack again. the catalytic converter is being replaced without having failed, but the catalytic converter is attached to exhaust manifold and without replacing both, it will cause the catalytic converter to fail. the vin was not available at the time of the complaint. the failure mileage was 120000 and the current mileage was 121000.rl
06/05/201066000
 Tl-the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact started the ignition and heard a loud ticking noise coming from the outside of the vehicle. the failure would occur when the vehicle was in motion and the engine initial start-up. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis and they informed that the exhaust manifold exhibited a severe crack. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was approximately 66,000. the vin was unavailable. js
10/20/2010
 Cracked exhaust manifolds
03/10/201081600
 Exhaust manifold crack. exhaust fumes smelled in the cabin
07/15/2010120000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated the exhaust manifold on the vehicle is cracked. the crack causes the exhaust fumes to come into the vehicle while driving. the dealer stated if the exhaust manifold is replaced without replacing the catalytic converter, the exhaust manifold will crack again. the catalytic converter is being replaced without having failed, but the catalytic converter is attached to exhaust manifold and without replacing both, it will cause the catalytic converter to fail. the vin was not available at the time of the complaint. the failure mileage was 120000 and the current mileage was 121000.rl
10/20/2010
 Cracked exhaust manifolds
03/10/201081600
 Exhaust manifold crack. exhaust fumes smelled in the cabin
07/15/2010120000
 Tl- the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated the exhaust manifold on the vehicle is cracked. the crack causes the exhaust fumes to come into the vehicle while driving. the dealer stated if the exhaust manifold is replaced without replacing the catalytic converter, the exhaust manifold will crack again. the catalytic converter is being replaced without having failed, but the catalytic converter is attached to exhaust manifold and without replacing both, it will cause the catalytic converter to fail. the vin was not available at the time of the complaint. the failure mileage was 120000 and the current mileage was 121000.rl
11/21/201085000
 2004 nissan titan exhaust manifold cracked. both sides, causing exhaust fumes into the cabin of the vehicle.nissan refusing to settle the claim due to vehicle being over warranty mileage of 8/80k. step up and make this a recall for nissan!!!
10/28/2010101000
 Exhaust manifolds cracked and leaking exhaust into passenger compartment.
05/06/201082528
 Purchased a 2004 nissan titan in april 2010 with 82k on the engine. in may 2010, i brought the truck in for a recall. the vehicle had 82528 miles on it. the dealer discovered that both exhaust manifolds were leaking and quoted my $1800.00 for the repair. i now smell a strong odor of exhaust fumes coming into the cab. the fumes cause nausea and headaches. i have contacted nissan and they refuse to fix the problem. i have researched this topic online and found this to be a very common defect among 2004 thru 2007 nissan titans. there has yet to be a recall for this issue. i continually see people reporting this issue on internet forums. this is a known defective part. the leak is also hazardous to the environment. i have reported this issue to the epa as well.
10/28/2010101000
 Exhaust manifolds cracked and leaking exhaust into passenger compartment.
05/06/201082528
 Purchased a 2004 nissan titan in april 2010 with 82k on the engine. in may 2010, i brought the truck in for a recall. the vehicle had 82528 miles on it. the dealer discovered that both exhaust manifolds were leaking and quoted my $1800.00 for the repair. i now smell a strong odor of exhaust fumes coming into the cab. the fumes cause nausea and headaches. i have contacted nissan and they refuse to fix the problem. i have researched this topic online and found this to be a very common defect among 2004 thru 2007 nissan titans. there has yet to be a recall for this issue. i continually see people reporting this issue on internet forums. this is a known defective part. the leak is also hazardous to the environment. i have reported this issue to the epa as well.
10/28/2010101000
 Exhaust manifolds cracked and leaking exhaust into passenger compartment.
05/06/201082528
 Purchased a 2004 nissan titan in april 2010 with 82k on the engine. in may 2010, i brought the truck in for a recall. the vehicle had 82528 miles on it. the dealer discovered that both exhaust manifolds were leaking and quoted my $1800.00 for the repair. i now smell a strong odor of exhaust fumes coming into the cab. the fumes cause nausea and headaches. i have contacted nissan and they refuse to fix the problem. i have researched this topic online and found this to be a very common defect among 2004 thru 2007 nissan titans. there has yet to be a recall for this issue. i continually see people reporting this issue on internet forums. this is a known defective part. the leak is also hazardous to the environment. i have reported this issue to the epa as well.
10/28/2010101000
 Exhaust manifolds cracked and leaking exhaust into passenger compartment.
05/06/201082528
 Purchased a 2004 nissan titan in april 2010 with 82k on the engine. in may 2010, i brought the truck in for a recall. the vehicle had 82528 miles on it. the dealer discovered that both exhaust manifolds were leaking and quoted my $1800.00 for the repair. i now smell a strong odor of exhaust fumes coming into the cab. the fumes cause nausea and headaches. i have contacted nissan and they refuse to fix the problem. i have researched this topic online and found this to be a very common defect among 2004 thru 2007 nissan titans. there has yet to be a recall for this issue. i continually see people reporting this issue on internet forums. this is a known defective part. the leak is also hazardous to the environment. i have reported this issue to the epa as well.
10/28/2010101000
 Exhaust manifolds cracked and leaking exhaust into passenger compartment.
05/06/201082528
 Purchased a 2004 nissan titan in april 2010 with 82k on the engine. in may 2010, i brought the truck in for a recall. the vehicle had 82528 miles on it. the dealer discovered that both exhaust manifolds were leaking and quoted my $1800.00 for the repair. i now smell a strong odor of exhaust fumes coming into the cab. the fumes cause nausea and headaches. i have contacted nissan and they refuse to fix the problem. i have researched this topic online and found this to be a very common defect among 2004 thru 2007 nissan titans. there has yet to be a recall for this issue. i continually see people reporting this issue on internet forums. this is a known defective part. the leak is also hazardous to the environment. i have reported this issue to the epa as well.
05/06/201082200
 I purchased my 2004 nissan titan in april 2010, i took the vehicle in for service on may 6, 2010 and was told my exhaust manifolds are leaking. the warranty is 8 yr/ 80k, i have 82k on my titan. the exhaust fumes leak into the cab causing nausea and dizziness. this is a safety issue. the dealer won't replace them, because they are out of warranty. the replacement cost is $2000.00
02/21/2010900001
 Exhaust manifold warps after about 80k miles, creating an exhaust leak. if it develops before the 80k mile emissions warranty, it will be covered. most develop after the warranty. i own an '04 and an '05 nissan titan. the '05 exhaust leak was fixed at 78k miles with 1 new exhaust manifold and some crossover piping. the '04 started at 88k miles and the dealership has not helped with the problem with the exception of estimating $1300 to repair. *tr
11/20/2009850001
 Heard exhaust leak in engine at about 85,000 miles. manifold leak was confirmed at 101,000 when brought in for a transmission issue. not covered under warranty. reviewed many technical forums where the exhaust manifold is being reported as cracked on countless titans. this is a manufacturer's defect, and the cost should not be relayed to the consumer at a significant dollar amount. *tr
11/15/2009900001
 My 2004 nissan titan rear diff seals leak and has caused a brake failure. i pulled out of my driveway and was driving down the road when all of a sudden my rear end locks up. it took a few moments to get her going again in reverse. i jacked it up and removed the tires and removed the rotors. the pad on the emergency brake system fail off. it still had plenty of pad left on it. my father looked at it and noticed the fluid leaking from my rear end. he told me that probably caused the failure due to the contamination. replaced the pad and added some oiled to the rear end. i have researched this issue online and found numerous complaints about this and other brake failures also. there should be a recall for this issue. my exhaust manifold leaks also. i am replacing it too. this is a known issue with the titans. this may be of more concern with the epa. they have been know to crack. *tr
10/20/2008750001
 I have had an odd exhaust sound from my nissan titan for over 18 months. when i finally took it into the dealer both exhaust manifolds were cracked and repairs cost $1400.00. i was told a the dealer and at several muffler shops that this is a very common defect due the cast nature of the manifold and the excessive weight of the catalytic converter welded onto the manifold. the replacement part were a new design and the dealer said they will not crack. since my truck had 105,000 miles on it when the service was done there is no warranty coverage. i feel that this is a design flaw with the 2004 and 2005 nissan titan pickups and the cost of repairs should be borne by nissan and not by the consumer. i am hoping that there will be a class action suite filed on the consumer's behalf either by an individual, the state or the federal government. *tr
08/25/2008370001
 The vehicle ( a 2004 nissan titan) has 30 thousand plus miles,carefully maintained (no salt) and was pulling a 7500 pound boat on pa i-79 when it lost all power,including all lights (including rear and hazard) .this resulted in a fire which totally disabled the entire vehicle. the tail pipe had fallen off and burned dozens of electrical wires. this manufacturing defect has been reported numerous times on the net and to dealers. it should strongly be noted that had the same incident occurred on ny i-90 where there is no safe place to pull off or at night anywhere, many lives would have been lost. this defect must receive immediate attention. nissan has refused to acknowledge the defect or pay for repairs. *tr
06/08/2008320001
 The tailpipe fell off of my truck. resulting in the hot exhaust to be vented onto a rear wiring harness and thus melting it. along with the melted wiring harnesses, the ecm and mass airflow sensor were shorted out and need to be replaced. this will be over $2000 to fix and will be paid for straight out of my pocket. the warranty does not cover exhaust because it supposedly is a regularly maintained part. this truck is a 2wd model with 305/50x20 wheels/tires , so it obviously is not used for off-road purposes nor has it been used to tow anything. when the tailpipe broke, the truck was being driven down a smooth black top highway and nothing was ran over in the road such as an animal or debris that would cause the tailpipe to fall off. i bought this truck used but with only 30k miles on it and only drove it 1500 miles since purchasing it. *tr
03/01/2008770001
 Exhaust manifold cracked and leaking. nissan dealership diagnosed problem, but nissan refused to fix problem. i started before 80k miles, but i didn't know emission's had 80k warranty, nissan refused to fix at 84k. loud exhaust noise at start-up and while driving, fumes(carbon monoxide) leaking into cabin when idling in traffic. *tr
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
11/01/201182000
 Tl* the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact stated there was a leak in the exhaust manifold. the dealer and manufacturer were notified, but denied any assistance with repairing the defect. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 82,000 and the current mileage was 82,500. the vin was unavailable.
05/05/200875000111/30/2004
 Tl*the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. the contact smelled a strong odor of exhaust fumes in the vehicle immediately after he started the vehicle. an authorized dealer stated that there was a leakage in both exhaust manifolds. the vehicle has not been repaired. the contact had concerns of the safety risk involved. the failure mileage was 75,000 and the current mileage was 104,500. updated12/11/09 *bf updated 12/14/09.*jb
03/16/200965000
 Tl*the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. while driving approximately 5 mph on normal road conditions, the exhaust tail pipe was damaged due to an unknown obstacle on the road surface. the vehicle resumed normal operation. in addition, whenever the driver's side door was opened, the parking light activated without assistance and the driver's side turn signal was nonfunctional. the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection and they stated that the tail pipe disengagement contributed to the melting of the wiring harness. the vehicle is operable and has not been repaired. the manufacturer did not assist. the failure and current mileages were 65,000.
08/25/2008370001
 Tl*the contact owns a 2004 nissan titan. while the contact's spouse was driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle would no longer accelerate. he pulled over to the side of the road and the vehicle was towed to a dealer. the dealer stated that the tail pipe clamp detached and burned through the electrical wires and shorted out the electrical system. there were no injuries. the current and failure mileages were 37,000. updated 11/06/08 *bf updated 11/07/08. *jb
09/15/200420000102/12/2004
 1. travel down dirt roads over a period of six months. 2. tail pipe fell off (on this model 4x4 off road package the tail pipe isn't welded to the muffler) total vehicle failure of all electronic components as the wiring harness melts due to exhaust being vented directly on wiring harness also melts dust cover for shock and abs sensor to axle housing. 3. replace tail pipe, shock, abs sensor, wiring harness and all electronic components. *jb

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