Known Faults Database

Nissan Navara Common Problems & Known Faults (UK)

If you are considering buying a used Nissan Navara, there are several major reliability issues worth knowing about first. Our garage database tracks 2 known faults for this model, 2 of them rated high severity. Every one below is a repair bill a seller has good reason not to mention.

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Nissan Navara D40 (2005-2008) problems

Bodywork/ChassisHigh severity📝 Editorial

Severe chassis rail corrosion leading to cracking or the chassis completely snapping in half

Rough guide

£2000-5000

Typical symptoms

large gaps between cab and load bed
visible severe rust or cracks on chassis rails
vehicle sagging in the middle

Affected vehicles

Engines:: All
Typical mileage:: 60000-150000 miles

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Nissan Navara D40 / R51 (2005-2010) problems

Engine/EmissionsHigh severity📝 Editorial

Single-row (simplex) lower timing chain snaps prematurely, destroying the engine

Rough guide

£2000-4000

Typical symptoms

metallic rattle from front of engine on startup
rattle persisting while driving
sudden loss of power and catastrophic engine failure

Affected vehicles

Engines:: 2.5 dCi (YD25)
Typical mileage:: 60000-100000 miles

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Repair costs are typical UK ranges, not quotes. Actual cost depends on condition and garage.Data last verified: June 2026

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