REAR AXEL PASSENGER AND DRIVER LEAKING OIL, DISCOVERED DURING ROUTINE DIFFERENTIAL OIL CHANGE. *JS
2006 Nissan Titan powertrain problems
moderate 180 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $2,500
Complaints
180
Recalls
0
Crashes
2
Avg fix
$2,500
What owners are reporting 11 most recent
WHILE PERFORMING A TIRE ROTATION, IT WAS NOTICED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR AXLE SEAL WAS LEAKING. *TR
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:R/PASSENGER SIDE SEAL LEAKS ONTO BRAKE ROTOR DUST SHIELD , POTENTIAL FOR BRAKE FAILURE WHICH COULD RESULT IN VEHICLE CRASH CAUSING POSSIBLE INJURY OR FATALITY. *TR
TRUCK HAS RIGHT REAR AXLE LEAK. NISSAN DEALER WANTS $470 FOR REPAIR. *TR
TRAVELING 20 TO 25 MPH, UP A HILL, IN 4 WHEEL DRIVE ROAD CONDITIONS WHEN THERE WAS A LOUD "BANG". THE REAR OF THE VEHICLE IMMEDIATELY SHIFTED TO THE RIGHT, STRIKING A TREE. NEVER WOULD YOU EXPECT A VEHICLE TO BRAKE IN SUCH A WAY AS TO THROW YOU INTO ONCOMING TRAFFIC. I BELIEVE THAT THIS DEFECT SHOULD BE IMMEDIATELY INVESTIGATED AND A RECALL ISSUED. DEALER SERVICE DEPARTMENT DETERMINED THAT THE …
MY 2006 NISSAN TITAN HAS AN AXEL SEAL FAILURE ON THE DRIVERS SIDE REAR, DIFFERENTIAL FLUID IS LEAKING ONTO THE REAR BRAKES CAUSING REDUCED BRAKING AND ALSO THE POTENTIAL FOR AXLE/DIFFERENTIAL FAILURE. NISSAN REFUSES TO ADDRESS THIS DESIGN FLAW. THEY HAVE A RE-ENGINEERED REPLACEMENT AXLE SHAFT AND SEAL AT A COST OF ABOUT $800 PER SIDE. THIS SHOULD BE A RECALL NOT $1600 OUT OF MY POCKET TO FIX. WILL…
2006 NISSAN TITAN LE REAR END STARTED MAKING ROARING NOISE, TOOK IT TO DEALER. TURNED ROTORS,(85% ON THEM) CONTINUED TO MAKE NOISE. DROVE IT FOR SEVERAL WEEKS , IT GOT LOUDER. TOOK IT BACK TO DEALER, SERVICE ADVISOR STATED GEARS, AND BEARINGS DEFECTED, REPLACED REAR END UNDER WARRANTY. *TR
AT 69,000 DRIVER REAR AXLE SEAL IS LEAKING. REPLACE WITH NEW BEARING AND NOW AT 81,000 PASSENGER SIDE IS LEAKING. *TR
REAR AXLE SEAL FAILURE DESTROYED PARKING BRAKE SHOE PARKING BRAKE WILL NOT ENGAGE. *TR
FRONT PINION SEAL LEAKING POSSIBLY GET ON EXHAUST AND CAUSE A FIRE AND DESTROY ELECTRICAL WIRING. *TR
Common questions
How serious is the powertrain problem on the 2006 Nissan Titan?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 180 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $2,500 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the powertrain typically fail?
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $2,500 for powertrain repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to powertrain?
No active recalls currently cover powertrain issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Other problem areas on this vehicle
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities.
Repair cost estimates are independent-shop national averages and may differ in your area.
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