Nissan Pick up xe problems

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The Datsun Truck is a compact pickup truck made by Nissan in Japan from 1955 through 1997. It was originally sold under the Datsun brand, but this was switched to Nissan in 1983. It was replaced in 1997 by the Frontier and Navara. In Japan, it was sold only in Nissan Bluebird Store locations.

Predecessors

Pre-war

The Datsun truck line began with the Type 13 Truck of April 1934, and was later used as the basis of the Datsun DC-3 roadster. A series of small trucks based on their passenger car counterparts, the 14T, 15T, and 17T, continued to be built until early 1944.

Post-war

The 17T was followed by the post-war Datsun 1121 in 1946, which was nearly identical technically but had an extremely simple body made out of simple pressed metal (with almost no chrome) and many body parts made from wood, to enable production in resource-starved early post-war Japan. Early trucks also depended on leftover stocks of pre-war parts. The engine was the 15 PS (11 kW) Type 7 unit. As the supply situation improved the new 2124 and then 2225 took over in July 1947 and at the end of November of the same year.

A rapid stream of changes and new model numbers followed in this early post-war area, as pre-war parts dried up and new designs were substituted. The naming followed a clear system: the first number represented the chassis/engine iteration, with "1" being the pre-war (17T) design. The second digit was for the bonnet and grille, the third digit for the cab, and the fourth and final digit for the rear body. 1121 thus had mostly pre-war parts, with a post-war design for the cab. The 2225 had post-war chassis and front end designs, with a fourth redesign of the rear bodywork. The grille was a plain, painted pressed steel piece. Some numbers were assigned but never used, such as rear body designs 2 and 3. The 2225 was succeeded by the 2125 at the end of July 1948; this seemingly retrograde step marked the return to the more ornate pre-war 17T grille.

In January 1949 the 3135 took over, followed by the January 1950 3145 model with a slightly different cabin. In August 1950 the Datsun 4146 arrived, introducing the 860 cc Type 10 engine with 15 kW (20 hp; 20 PS). The 4146 also had a bit more chrome trim included, as well as a stronger transmission. The power increase allowed for a somewhat bigger cargo area but top speed only crept up from 67 to 70 km/h (42 to 43 mph).

In 1951 the 5147 appeared, introducing a longer wheelbase of 2,150 mm (84.6 in) rather than the 2,005 mm (78.9 in) chassis which had been used for seventeen years. Most important was the introduction of hydraulic brakes, replacing the original mechanical units. The 5147 was succeeded two years later by the final 6147 model, which received the 25 PS (18 kW; 25 hp) D-10 version of the old sidevalve engine. The extra power output was made possible because of higher quality petrol allowing for higher compression rates. Although somewhat longer and with a bigger engine, the Datsun 6147 remained very similar to the prewar type 15 truck. Payload increased from 500 to 600 kg (1,100 to 1,300 lb) while overall length increased to 3,406 mm (134.1 in). A rare double-cab version, the DU-5, was introduced alongside the 6147. The 6147 was built until the 1955 introduction of the all new 120-series truck.

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Common Nissan Pick up xe problems

Based on the complaints from owners of Nissan pickup XE cars, common problems include rust issues affecting various parts of the vehicle such as the frame, brake lines, and gas tank. Another prevalent problem is the coolant mixing with the transmission fluid in the 1st Generation Nissan Titan trucks. Additionally, jerking issues during gear shifts have been reported in manual Nissan pickups, potentially related to clutch or transmission problems. These problems can lead to significant safety and performance issues for the vehicles, requiring attention and potential repairs to ensure proper functioning and longevity.

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Is the Nissan Frontier reliable?

The Nissan Frontier scores generally high reliability ratings across model years. The auto repair database RepairPal gives the Nissan Frontier an overall 4 out of 5 for reliability, placing it at the top of the rankings for midsize pickups. However, there are several exceptions.

Does Nissan make reliable trucks?

No one truck holds the title of being the most reliable. However, there are several manufacturers that have gained notoriety for producing quality trucks. These include Chevrolet, Ford, GMC, Honda, Nissan, RAM, and Toyota.

Is Nissan Hardbody reliable?

The Hardbody was one of the most durable, dependable, and sought-after trucks from that moment on until it was replaced by another truck line in 1997.

Are 1995 Nissan pickups reliable?

1995 Nissan Pickup Ratings Overview

The average rating is a 4.3 out of 5 stars.

Percentage distribution of complaints by Nissan Pick up xe years

We have researched Nissan problems and analysed all the complaints filed against Nissan Pick up xe cars and compiled the top 2 most problematic Nissan Pick up xe model years:

Below you can see the percentage distribution of known problems by Nissan Pick up xe model years.

Distribution of the number of complaints by Nissan Pick up xe years

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Nissan Pick up xe car problems categorized by type of issue

After analysing all complaints related to Nissan Pick up xe , it was concluded that the most common issues with these cars are:

  • Structure problems
  • Suspension problems
  • Tires problems
  • Engine problems
  • Service brakes problems

The graph below shows statistics for all Nissan Pick up xe vehicle components and the number of complaints received.

The NHTSA has received 6 complaints about various vehicle components related to the Nissan Pick up xe . Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for Nissan Pick up xe vehicles.

List of Nissan Pick up xe complaints

Nissan Pick up xe 1996
  • Date Of Incident: 2016-10-13
  • Date Complaint: 2016-10-13
  • VIN: 1N6SD16SXTC
  • Components: TIRES
  • Summary: INCIDENTAL OBSERVATION OF A SMALL BARELY NOTICIBLE BALLOONING AREA ON THE OUTSIDE OF THE TIRE SIDEWALL. RECENT PURCHASE. NO ROAD HAZARD OCCURRENCES. INSTALLER SAYS THE SIDEWALL BELT/BELTS MAY HAVE SEPARATED OR SPREAD CORD ISSUE
Nissan Pick up xe 1997
  • Date Of Incident: 2015-09-18
  • Date Complaint: 2015-09-23
  • VIN: 1N6HD12S8PC
  • Components: STRUCTURE
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1993 NISSAN LONG BED (NA). WHILE AT AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR REPAIRS, THE MECHANIC DIAGNOSED THAT THE SUBFRAME ON THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE WAS CORRODED. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE REPAIRED DUE TO THE EXTENT OF THE CORROSION. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 124,000.
Nissan Pick up xe 1996
  • Date Of Incident: 2005-04-20
  • Date Complaint: 2015-04-25
  • VIN: 1N6SD11Y0TC
  • Components: ENGINE
  • Summary: EXHAUST MANIFOLD REPEATEDLY CRACKS. I DON'T DRIVE IT MUCH THE LAST FEW YEARS BECAUSE OF THIS AND I JUST FOUND IT IS CRACKED AGAIN. NOTHING SEEMS TO FIX THE PROBLEM. MANY NISSAN OWNERS HAVE COMPLAINED OF THE SAME ISSUE. *TR
Nissan Pick up xe 1997
  • Date Of Incident: 2014-09-18
  • Date Complaint: 2014-09-18
  • VIN: 1N6SD16Y3VC
  • Components: STRUCTURE,SERVICE BRAKES,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
  • Summary: THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN A PROBLEM FROM DAY ONE BECAUSE OF CALIPERS FREEZING DUE TO RUST. DURING INSPECTION FRAME WAS WITNESSED TO BE BADLY RUSTED NEEDING CONSTANT CARE. GAS TANK HAS RUSTED THOU AT THE TOP & NEEDED REPLACEMENT. THE SPEEDOMETER/ODOMETER FAILED AT 32103 MILES AND NEEDED AN EXPENSIVE REPAIR. IT NEEDED THIS REPAIR AT THE MOMENT IT LEFT THE DEALER REPAIR SHOP WHEN THE BRAKES WERE BEING REPAIRED FOR THE SECOND TIME, (WORKED GOING IN NOTICED THAT SPEEDOMETER STOPPED UPON LEAVING). DEALER SAID IT WAS JUST A COINCIDENCE! THIS VEHICLE HAD/HAS HAD SINCE THE BEGINNING 1997 - PRESENT 2014 THE BEST OF TL-CARE. NISSAN IS CRIMINAL IN DEALING & BEING UNHELPFUL BECAUSE THEY DO NOT ATTEMPT TO FIX THESE PROBLEMS AND EXPECT THE OWNERS TO BARE THE EXPENSE OF REPAIRS WHICH IS REALLY CAUSED BY NISSAN MANUFACTURING PARTS & FRAMES WITH POOR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION AND INFERIOR MATERIALS THAT DO NOT LAST FOR A REASONABLE TIME. *TR
Nissan Pick up xe 1997
  • Date Of Incident: 2013-07-25
  • Date Complaint: 2013-07-25
  • Components: SUSPENSION
  • Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1997 NISSAN PICK UP XE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHEN THEY TOOK THE VEHICLE IN FOR STATE INSPECTION, THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE ENTIRE FRAME OF THE VEHICLE WAS RUSTED. THE MECHANIC STATED THAT THE VEHICLE COULD NOT BE REPAIRED. THE CONTACT SPOKE WITH THE MANUFACTURER IN REGARD TO NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER:11V244000 (STEERING AND SUSPENSION), BUT WAS TOLD THAT THE RECALL WAS ONLY FOR THE 1997 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 104,000.
Nissan Pick up xe 1997
  • Date Of Incident: 2012-06-27
  • Date Complaint: 2012-06-27
  • VIN: 1N6SD16Y1VC
  • Components: STEERING,SUSPENSION
  • Summary: 1997 NISSAN PICK UP XE FROM SUSPENSION WHEN DRIVING LITTLE OVER 45 MPH ON THE RIGHT CURVE HIGHWAY AND START SHAKEN THE WHEEL. I CHECK ALL TIE ROD. BALL-JOINT BUSHING. ECT..... AND ALL ARE FINE AND I WONDER I FOUND A LIKE A CONTROL ARM A BAR COME WITH 2 BOLT AND NUT AND THERE SOMETHINGS LIKE NO BUSHING - WASHER AND NUT BOTHSIDE LEFT DRIVER AND PASSENGER..I TRIED TO LOOK FOR REPLACE AUTOPARTS AND COULDN'T FIND IT ANYTHING..ALSO I CHECKED "RECALL" ON THE COMPUTER ABOUT COMPLAIN AND THERE NOTHINGS. I WISH I COULD SEND YOU A PHOTO THAT'S I TOOK TO MAKE SURE. THIS IS VERY BAD DANGERING FROM FRONT END SHAKEN WHILE DRIVER OVER 45- 50 ON THE CURVE AND STAY AWAY FROM THE POT HOLE AND NEVER KNOW THE CONTROL ARM BAR MIGHT COME OFF. NISSAN COMPANY SHOULD KNOW THIS SO I LET YOU KNOW. THANKS *TR

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