Posted: Oct 13 2004 at 8:21pm | IP Logged

I got a lemon

Problems transmission shows R or D when in N, brake pads and rotors - wheel shake, cosmetic problems (5-7), seals, wheels, cylinder knock, vibrations, rattles, A/c smells, A/c not good flow, midconsole seats, pull cord broke, blue discoloration in vehicle appolstery, mud flap came off and service dept fixed with double side stickie tape - looks like you know what, cookie spring in passenger side door broke, they put a 4 inch scratch in paint while ficxing that and then said it pre-existed when it didn't, didn't offer to fix just kept questioning my integrity, steering column piece rattles, A/C rattles or clicks, pass side rattle haven't figured it out. The black tape near the door tore, the seat belts are recalled and if that isn't enough its going to be about the 20th time I've had this mule in the barn and its only 5 1/2 months this has cost in gas and time from work.

I have called US DOT, WIS DOT and retained a lawyer.

I have dealers wanting to take it in but want to charge me for the mileage.

Yet when the dealer takes it in under the lemon law they get full credit. 

This vehicle has been my first and last nissan.  It simply doesn't have the feeling I am looking for. 

 They want to give me 17000 for a 25000 truck That is just wrong.

I'll notify the dealer owner and Nissan VP to see if they will do what is right.

Then I'll let everyone know.

Peace

Posted: Oct 13 2004 at 8:36pm | IP Logged

Sorry bro... I here these stories and it scare the crap outta me! I have some of the same bugs (however not the major ones). I did have the brake pads and rotoors replaced last Satuday after only 5000 Mi. Supposedley they did the (up-date) kit a.k.a. also known in the aoutomobile industry as "we have to fix this before the govenment steps in and makes us recall something." Good luck!

Scott

Posted: Oct 14 2004 at 8:55pm | IP Logged

Well said, I still feel like I have the most awsome truck on the market and it being a first year run I expected the bugs.

 I guess the key to getting the issues resoved is clear communication with the dealer, which can sometimes be frustrating. Just keep in mind the dealership or none of it's employees built nor designed the vehicle. They are your only hope in most cases. I try my hardest to kill them with kindness, ask for there help and also have one dealership employee that I befriend to have someone in my corner at all times.

I hate that there have been problems especially to the extent that you are having. I have owned a total of 4 Nissan products and have always had great service from them including my wifes '02 Xterra. Hang in there and again try to get the dealership on your side or possibly try taking it to another Nissan dealer and explain you situation. Hang in there! 

Posted: Oct 14 2004 at 9:56pm | IP Logged

 You join yesterday 10/13 to post This? If you are not a troll. You are the record holder for the most defects in one truck. Either you or we have been goosed. Hope it's us Goose.

Posted: Oct 15 2004 at 12:09am | IP Logged

I ave had my isssues, but damn that sucks. good luck

Posted: Oct 15 2004 at 9:53am | IP Logged

In Colorado the Lemon law states you must have brought the truck to the dealer 12 times for the same problem with out it being resolved. Multiple problems would not Intel a lemon. I guess I have a good service department at my dealer. I've gone in for the following

Bad alignment 1200 miles > dealer corrected it with out a questions tow camber and caster was out from the factory.

Driver window would not roll up after using express down> dealer replaced window motor and regulator

Center console screw holes cracked> Dealer ordered part

Radio volume screwy> they didn't even look at the radio they just ordered me a new one.

It sounds like your dealers service department SUCKS!! Just from the sticky tape comment I would not trust them with my truck ever! There is a service bulliten out for the brake problem so the dealer should fix it with out a question.  I dontt think its the truck or corp Nissan I think your problem is the dealer!

Posted: Oct 15 2004 at 10:07am | IP Logged

The knocking sound you hear is probably your purge valve or the injectors. The injectors on the Titan are very loud.  Just a guess on the AC is the stain in the cab is related to the smell in the AC system, probably due to a water leak or the drain being plugged near the condenser. The linkage in the column needs adjusted to fix your shifter light problem. The cosmetic problems you should of seen before you bought the truck. Again, your dealer service department SUCKS!

Posted: Oct 15 2004 at 12:33pm | IP Logged

• (I) The same nonconformity has been subject to repair four or more times by the manufacturer, its agent, or its authorized dealer within the warranty term or during a period of one year following the date of the original delivery of the motor vehicle to the consumer, whichever is the earlier date, but such nonconformity continues to exist; or
• (II) The motor vehicle is out of service by reason of repair for a cumulative total of thirty or more business days of the repairer during the term specified in subparagraph (I) of this paragraph (a) or during the period specified in said subparagraph (I), whichever is the earlier date."