2004 Nissan Crew: problems, recalls and reliability
1 recall and 87 owner complaints on record; the weakest area is service brakes, hydraulic (41% of complaints).
Data updated weekly · latest recall Jul 2004
All counts are reports filed with NHTSA in the United States - US market only, not worldwide totals.
Common problems
Computed from 87 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for this exact model year.
“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”Owner report · Power Train · Apr 2011
“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”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Oct 2007
“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”Owner report · Exterior Lighting · Aug 2007
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“1. No warning 2. Loud ticking, then thumping under truck 3. Nissan replacing rear differential and axle assembly. *tr”Owner report · Power Train · Aug 2007
“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”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Jul 2007
“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”Owner report · Power Train · Jun 2007
“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”Owner report · Power Train · May 2007
“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”Owner report · Structure · Jan 2007
“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”Owner report · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · Nov 2006
“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”Owner report · Power Train · Sep 2006
When filing, owners marked a crash in 6 of these complaints and injuries in 2 - self-reported to NHTSA, not verified accident statistics.
Recalls - 1 campaign
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.
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.
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Is the 2004 Nissan Crew reliable?
NHTSA has 87 owner complaints and 1 recall campaign on record for the 2004 Nissan Crew. The most complained-about area is service brakes, hydraulic (41% of complaints).
At what mileage do 2004 Nissan Crew problems usually appear?
Half of the complaints that mention mileage were filed at 10,416 miles or less.
Does the 2004 Nissan Crew have open recalls?
1 recall campaign has been issued, the latest concerning seat belts:front:anchorage. Check your specific vehicle by VIN - recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.
Source: NHTSA recall campaigns and owner complaints (public domain). Counts reflect reports on file and are not a defect rate.