KnownCarProblems2004 Nissan Crew Problems and Recalls
Owners filed 87 complaints with NHTSA about the 2004 Nissan Crew, most often about the brakes (53% of complaints, typically around 5,000 miles). It is the most complained-about Crew model year since 2000 and has 1 recall.
Most common 2004 Nissan Crew problems
Brakes
46 complaints · 53%Half of these problems showed up before 5,000 miles. Parts named most often: foundation components, antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip, disc, antilock.
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…
I have a 2004 Nissan titan 4x4 pickup and have been having steadily increasing problems with my brakes. They started vibrating at about 5,000 miles and continued to get worst. I brought the truck in to a Nissan dealer to get them worked on after the steering wheel began to shake really bad when brakes were used. The…
Transmission
17 complaints · 20%Half of these problems showed up before 34,500 miles. Parts named most often: driveline, axle assembly, automatic transmission.
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…
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…
Suspension
9 complaints · 10%Half of these problems showed up before 5,000 miles. Parts named most often: front, rear.
The front struts on my 2004 maxima have now been replaced for the second time. The car is only 16 months old with 6700 miles. This is a well known problem that any Nissan service dept will acknowledge.
I would be driving and all of a sudden, the truck would shake while applying the brakes. The first time I went in to have them check out the problem at Nissan of elk grove I was chewed out on how bad of a driver I am. He got so loud he was considered yelling by other customers of Nissan. He told me how I must have…
Electrical
8 complaints · 9%Half of these problems showed up before 17,000 miles. Parts named most often: alternator/generator/regulator, wiring, 12v/24v/48v battery, ignition.
When driving this vehicle ,and the right foot is on the accelerator you feel as though you are going to rip a wiring harnes with your foot ,it is also distracting and some what concerning as it takes you longer to move your foot to the brake pedal,also the suspension on this vehicle is not sturdy , the front strut…
Failure of alternator on 2004 Nissan murano 11 mo's, 13,500 miles. Dealer was aware of multiple failures, why isn't there a recall? With what certainty am I not getting another alternator with a high probability of failure? Car was driven on battery to Nissan staten island, where they diagnosed failed alternator and a…
Body and structure
3 complaints · 3%Parts named most often: body, frame and members.
My SUV was not even 30 days old when I had serious vibration when braking.have taken the SUV in for service a min of 10times to fx the brakes alone. Dealer tells me that they need to change rotors brake pad but even after they did that a month later I was back in the shop for the same thing. I heard a noise of metal…
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…
Steering
3 complaints · 3%Parts named most often: hydraulic power assist.
The first day after receiving the car and getting onto the highway I noticed the vehicle would exhibit harsh vibrations. It was too much vibration to be tolerated. I scheduled an appointment with my local service dealer they rotated and balanced the tires, adjusted the steering rack (a tsb issued) and found my front…
Safety concern regarding the front end. I've had to take my truck in for vibration of steering wheel and front end when slowing down at stop signs, lights, or parking. The vibration is only when slowing down and it feels like it radiates towards the rear end right before the complete stop. I've had to take my truck in…
Wheels and tires
3 complaints · 3%Parts named most often: tread/belt.
The first day after receiving the car and getting onto the highway I noticed the vehicle would exhibit harsh vibrations. It was too much vibration to be tolerated. I scheduled an appointment with my local service dealer they rotated and balanced the tires, adjusted the steering rack (a tsb issued) and found my front…
Where to begin. Problems started from the time we took possesion. The ignition wouldn't release, back to the dealer. The breaks shudder, back to the dealer twice!! Rotors warped. Power windows work on some of the time. Steering pulses at speeds over 70. It's just been one thing after another. The biggest is the brakes…
Speed control
3 complaints · 3%Parts named most often: accelerator pedal.
When driving this vehicle ,and the right foot is on the accelerator you feel as though you are going to rip a wiring harnes with your foot ,it is also distracting and some what concerning as it takes you longer to move your foot to the brake pedal,also the suspension on this vehicle is not sturdy , the front strut…
I am having a problem with my 2004 Nissan pathfinder which I purchased in november 2004. On three separate occasions, the engine revved up on its own. The first two times I was stopped at a red light with my foot firmly on the brake when the engine revved up. The third time it happened on april 12, 2005 as I was…
Complaints are owner reports to NHTSA, not verified defects. One complaint can name several components, so shares add up to more than 100%.
2004 Nissan Crew recalls
Seat belts: anchorage
Risk: This could result in an increased risk of injury if the area is struck in a crash.
Fix: 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.
Full defect summary
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.
Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which recalls are still open on your car.
Questions about the 2004 Nissan Crew
- What are the most common problems with the 2004 Nissan Crew?
- By NHTSA owner complaints: brakes (46 complaints, typically around 5,000 miles); transmission (17 complaints, typically around 34,500 miles); suspension (9 complaints, typically around 5,000 miles).
- How many recalls does the 2004 Nissan Crew have?
- 1 recall listed by NHTSA, the latest from July 19, 2004 (seat belts). Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see which ones are still open on your car.
- Is the 2004 a bad year for the Nissan Crew?
- It is the most complained-about Crew model year since 2000, with 87 complaints. Complaint counts are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular years collect more of them, and the newest years have had less time to.
Other Nissan Crew years
- 2004