1. 2005 Nissan Titan. 2. rear end differential leak 3. have taken to auto repair but no repairs have been done at this point. Too expensive.

- Cleveland, OK, USA

I was pulling out of my driveway and began hearing a popping noise around the rear end. The drive shaft started spinning in the rear end gears and lost all propulsion, leaving me stranded in the road.

- Mareitta, GA, USA

Rear differential failure.

- Panama City, FL, USA

Rear differential failure after highway driving almost caused an accident at an exit due to unexpected lunge of vehicle after coming to a stop and continuing. Nissan claimed this was common when I took it in for repairs. The rear differential was replaced with the same type as before.

- Honolulu, HI, USA

Nissan Titan 2005 SE 4X4 with tow package 49,000 miles. Rear end broke taking off from stop sign. Dealer is having a hard time getting a replacement. It has been at the dealer since the 5th. Talked to Nissan customer service and they don't want to help me. Truck is still under warranty.

- Loudon, NH, USA

Drive shaft ripped out of the rear differential. A small ever increasing noise coming from the rear of the truck when coasting. From the very start of the noise to complete failure was about 40-miles, but the noise was only loud enough to hear with the windows shut and radio off about 10-miles before complete failure. Truck is now at the dealership, chances are good new drive shaft and entire rear differential will be needed. It is entirely possible this failure could have caused a major accident. Had the driveshaft not ripped free from the differential, the rear wheels could have locked up, causing the truck to skid out of control.

- West Henrietta, NY, USA

Rt rear axle seal leak, 65K. Safety hazard, fluid leaking on hot surface.

- Virginia Beach, VA, USA

I own a 2005 Nissan Titan. The rear differential began to make strange noises so I took it to the Nissan dealership. The service tech told me it would have to be replaced at a cost of $2500. The truck had 61,500 miles on it. The dealership said the warranty was only 60,000 miles and refused to replace the part at no cost. I have called Nissan customer service and they refused also. The vehicle I purchased had a towing package installed. In my opinion, the lightweight rear axle and differential that Nissan installed on these vehicles is inadequate and therefore defective. Nissan should replace these parts at no cost to the consumer.

- Gulf Breeze, FL, USA

While commuting in my Nissan Titan, the ride became very jerky and there were loud metal on metal sounds. The vehicle also seemed to have trouble switching gears. Upon taking it to a Nissan service center, the technicians concluded the rear differential failed and will need to be replaced.

- Apo, AE, USA

..rear axle seal leaking for a second time in about (30,000 miles first time, now 67,000 miles and leaking again)..exhaust manifold cracked (has catalytic converter attached)..4 trips to dealer to repair leak on front differential (30,000 miles).. half shaft came out while driving. (34,000 miles) truck has 67,000 miles. Nissan does not seem to care since it is out side of the warranty despite the well known issues"?"

- Ozark, MO, USA

Just heard from my Nissan dealer, they said my rear axle seals are leaking. I read this could cause braking issues. This truck has 61,000 miles and the Nissan Titan's have been know to have faulty rear axle seals. Dealer wants me to replace, but seem where it is a safety concern that it shouldn't be my responsibility to replace especially at 61,000 miles. This should be a long term wear item.

- Las Vegas, NV, USA

Drivers side front differential axel fell out. This could have caused a loss of control of the vehicle. Which could of resulted in damage to the vehicle along with passengers. C clip broke has not been corrected yet.

- St.Francisville, LA, USA

I wish I would have check this website before buying the 05 Titan. Went in for oil change and tech. Informed me of leaky seals training and play in U joint need to be replaced under warranty thank god, but after reading all of the complaints on this website I don't think I'd would have bought this truck.

- Racine, WI, USA

Front driver side axle pulled out and destroyed the front differential.

- Washougal, WA, USA

Rear axle seal is leaking so bad the rear brakes are saturated.

- Columbus, OH, USA

Comment on rear-end failure: Rear differential failed leaving a gas station at 10 mph with no trailer disabling driver from having proper control of vehicle with intermittent drive/power-train capabilities and distracting popping/grinding sounds of failed components in rear differential. Upon removing rear differential internal gears found both spider gears had numerous teeth broken off while all other internal gears looked "normal". nissan1 (case/file#6346683) and my local dealer/service manager offered no warranty replacement help after it was requested. Repair from Nissan was quoted at $3,604.67 for complete axle assembly replacement and only offers a 12,000 mile X 12 month warranty! vehicle had 69,960 miles at time of defect/malfunction. Rear differential upgraded to a detroit truetrac (limited slip differential) at owners expense but to lack of confidence in the Nissan rear axle assembly/components and reported failure cases with minimum Nissan cooperation! this is a known defect that Nissan should be responsible for on all Titans. Please help!

- Black Mountain, NC, USA

I have a 2005 Nissan Titan le with 61,400 miles and today during my light every day driving, my rear differential let go.

- Somerset, MA, USA

On my 2005 Nissan Titan, both of my rear axle seals failed with only 48,000 miles on the vehicle. The fluid leaks axle lubricant by the rear wheels, which gets onto the rear disk brakes, which makes the rear brakes ineffective, especially when pulling a trailer. Nissan replaced the seals, however the popular belief of the cause of this is a 1-way valve vent that allows the pressure within the axle to escape, but doesn't let air back into the axle. This occurrence causes a vacuum inside the axle, which pulls on the axle seals and causes them to age prematurely.

- Murfreesboro, TN, USA

Rear axles seals leaking profusely, power train:axle assembly:axle shaft:seal.

- Glendale, AZ, USA

Basically I was slowing down to make a turn into the post office when I heard a loud, clanking-type of noise. I knew right away something was happening with the rear-end of my 05 Titan 4X4, and before I could stop it made the horrific noise about 4 more times. I fully expected to look into my rear view mirror and see parts and fluid all over the highway, but fortunately nothing like that happened. I parked the truck and a mechanic, who informed me about this site and the problems Nissan was having with rear-ends.

- Bristol, FL, USA