I have a 1994 nissan pu d21 . I just noticed that the frame has a rusty hole on the frame at the front on the passenger side . For my safety and others I can't drive this truck . I hope nissan will pay attention this issue before someone get killed .
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The entire frame of the 1995 nissan hardbody pickup is rusting apart, this is the second truck of this type ive owned and have had this problem. It is no longer deemed safe by mechanics to meet n.C.D.M.V. Inspection standards . The problem is from the same as the nissan frontier trucks recalled, coil rolled frame and no drainage for water, mud, salt etc on the bottom of the frame. The vehicle is a total loss x2 since this is the second nissan I have owned. Thanks.
Took truck in to have it aligned. Tire shop refused to perform alignment due to compromised integrity of the frame rails from rust/corrosion. Was told that it is unsafe to drive and the service tech recommended I take it to a frame shop immediately to have frame fixed. I'm the original owner and had the underside rustproofed by ziebart annually from 1995-2010. I'd like an explanation as to how this could have occurred and some remedy offered.
Frame broke loose in 7 spots once a week I was patching then I would find a new spot but now from is to soft to even put a jack under it to get the spare tire on I finally had to retire it. But this truck only has 81000 on it. *Tr
Nothing happened to me yet. But I've been reading reports of this frame rust the same way in other trucks. I think there's integrity issue with the frame nissan made. The rest of my truck is flawless no body rust. Was there a recall put out I just haven't heard of it? I just want to report it to make sure that nissan might be aware of the problem. *Tr
Tl* the contact owns a 1994 nissan king cab. The contact stated the frame was corroded. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who decided to replace the frame in order to remedy the problem. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 130,000 and the current mileage was 190,000. Updated 10/17/12 *cn updated 10/24/2012 *js
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 nissan pickup truck. The contact noticed that the front and rear frame was corroded and exhibiting holes. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where they diagnosed the corrosion failure but provided no assistance. The manufacturer was also contacted and stated that there were no recalls for the vehicle and offered no further assistance. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was no longer comfortable operating the vehicle. The failure mileage was 135,000 and the current mileage was 136,000. Updated 06/06/12 *bf
I bought a one owner low mileage 63,000 miles 1995 nissan king cab 4x4 truck. I took it in for a oil change and was refused service due to the frame deemed unsafe to support the vehicle while resting on the vehicle lift. I have documented work orders from ziebart stating when new from the dealer undercoating was applied and yearly inspected for the duration of the implied warranty (10 yrs). Still the frame is 40% gone. Does nissan understand my blue book valued truck of $5,300.00 Is not only worthless it could kill me or others when the frame does collapse under normal highway usage. Please nissan do something! *Tr
The frame section above the right rear front spring perch is cracked. Frame has holes on both sides near front suspension also. Unsafe to operate vehicle. *Tr
This vehicle has been a one owner truck. I have carefully maintained and have not been able to stop a serious frame rust problem. I have contacted my local dealer and corporate usa nissan. Nissan has refused to address my repeated requests for assistance with this matter. I can not be certain at what point the truck becomes unsafe to operate. Nissan needs to address this issue asap to prevent any safety problems with this vehicle as other manufactures have in the past. *Kb
1994 Nissan pick up truck. Consumer writes in regards to it being unsafe to drive vehicle due to the frame rotting out *tgw
Frame side rails on truck near rear suspension are corroded and falling apart. Last years safety inspection, it was noted. This year , rusted through side wall and part of bottom on drivers side. Passenger side not rusted through yet. No recall for frame repair found on manufacturer's site. *Tr
Tl* the contact owns a 1993 nissan king cab. While undergoing inspection, the contact was advised that the entire frame was rusted and exhibited several holes. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The approximate failure mileage was 130,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1995 nissan pickup. The contact stated that the vehicle was being examined by an independent mechanic, when the mechanic noticed small holes throughout the entire frame. The mechanic patched up all the holes, but the vehicle would not pass inspection after the repairs. The vehicle was then taken to a frame specialist, who replated the frame with steel. The vehicle again would not pass inspection because the cross member was corroded. The manufacture was made aware of the failure and stated that the warranty expired. The vehicle was not again repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 117,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 1994 nissan pickup. The contact stated that after having the vehicle repaired for routine maintenance, he noticed that the frame was rusted. The dealer was notified and stated that there were no recalls or warranties for this failure. The manufacturer was also notified and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 120,000. The vin was unavailable.
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