2012 Nissan Navara Standard 2.5 turbo diesel
Summary:
Bad
Faults:
Power steering oil leak, engine oil leak at drain hole, flywheel broken, suspension noise despite change the absorber mounting.
General Comments:
Not reliable, high maintenance cost, and the low body is not suitable for off road use.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? No
Review Date: 22nd March, 2015
9th Jan 2019, 13:54
I have been driving my D40 since Feb 2012. Almost 7 years now.
1. What I have done:
a. Body lift 2.5 inches.
b. Suspension lift approximately 1.5 inches + OEM spring lift.
c. 33” or 35” tires.
d. Regularly a medium to medium hardcore off-road in a tropical environment.
2. Here are what I have gone through:
a. Turbo fan cracked because I wrongly fitted a K&N air filter (not oiled). Hence dust entered and damaged the turbine blade (not the manufacturer’s fault).
b. Speed sensor faulted ONCE and lost 4 wheel engagement. Will be restored after the mud has dried.
c. Alternator bearing (finally the wear and tear issue) broke and the flywheel dislodged - replaced 2 bearings, 1 shaft and belting.
Other than that, absolutely nothing. It has the power and torque. Suspension is the best in its class. Off road performance is excellent.
I have driven my D40 to Cambodia from Kuala Lumpur (2500 km one way) on 4 occasions and twice to Phnom Penh.
Numerous trips to Thailand.
100s of genuine hard medium to occasional hardcore off-roading.
It outperforms all other models.
Thanks.
4th Oct 2015, 07:35
You don't even say how it drives, off road handling, fuel economy etc. I know of people with similar models, but they are quite happy with their ride. Your car must be a lemon.