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#1 of 6 2007 Rear Alignment Problem by mtbmax Dec 08, 2008 (12:13 am)
i recently noticed the unusual wear on the rear tires. i had it checked with a local tire shop and got the confirmation that the rear alignment is off and there are no adjustments possible (like trailer tires). i brought it to a nissan dealer and confirmed the same thing. however, the dealer indicated that there are no service bulletins and that there is no fix for the issue. i am in contact with the service manager, but it seems like it is going nowhere. from our last conversation, there are shims that can be used but considered aftermarked therefore not under warranty. i insisted at all times that this is a defect and should be covered. i will pursue this with nissan consumer affairs (even the dealer suggest the option) and bbb if necessary.   anyone with a similar situation here? this is a problem that takes time to be visible on the tires. in my case, the car always drives perfect and i did not notice the issue until about 20k miles later.   since there are similar postings on the net about this specific sentra issue, any 07+ owners or potential used sentra buyers, get an alignment check if you can. thanks. Replies to this message: 08_Sentra_S (Jan 10, 2009 8:30 am) mtbmax (Jan 13, 2009 1:17 am) Osceola (Jan 14, 2009 2:07 pm)
#2 of 6 Re: 2007 Rear Alignment Problem [mtbmax] by 08_Sentra_S Jan 10, 2009 (8:30 am)
Replying to: mtbmax (Dec 08, 2008 12:13 am) mtbmax: Did you ever get anywhere with Nissan covering the problem? I have the same problem. I had an alinement done at the local Tires Plus shop. They couldn't get the back toe-in to spec. When I called Nissan1, they told me they wouldn't even look at the Tires Plus alinement sheet. It had to be from a Nissan dealer. The dealer in Fargo, ND takes his alinements into a local tire shop any way. The Nissan1 rep said he'd never heard of this problem. The local dealer hadn't either. This car is scary on icy roads. I hate to take a loss by trading for a Honda. Thanks Replies to this message: mtbmax (Jan 13, 2009 1:17 am) Osceola (Jan 14, 2009 2:07 pm)
#3 of 6 Re: 2007 Rear Alignment Problem [08_Sentra_S] by mtbmax Jan 13, 2009 (1:17 am)
Replying to: 08_Sentra_S (Jan 10, 2009 8:30 am) i got the rear assembly replaced recently and it seems that it is now back to normal and alignment is within spec. i did notice a slight improvement especially the way the rear reacts on uneven surfaces.   i did bring my tire pro's reading initially and my nissan dealer did their own to verify the issue. when i called nissan consumer affairs, i insist that this is a defect. the process went well, not counting the phone tags. after approval, nissan authorized the local dealer to replace the whole rear assembly.   i advise you to go ahead and get your dealer to check alignment then contact consumer affairs if needed. dont wait til you have more uneveness on your tire wear. let me know if you need more info. Replies to this message: Osceola (Jan 14, 2009 2:07 pm)
#4 of 6 Re: 2007 Rear Alignment Problem [mtbmax] by Osceola Jan 14, 2009 (2:07 pm)
Replying to: mtbmax (Jan 13, 2009 1:17 am) I've got a similar problem, but I'm at 39,000mi. 3 questions...   How can this problem be fixed? With a rear axle replacement and/or shims?   Do you think I can get Nissan to do it? Who can I contact?
#5 of 6 by mtbmax Jan 15, 2009 (1:45 pm)
the problem can be fixed. if you are out of warranty, look for a good shop that can install an aftermarket shims to correct the problem. i brought this up to the dealer, but this option will not be allowed by nissan. if you are still under warranty, go ahead and get the dealer/nissan to replace the rear assembly. you can also try and see if your dealer can do an "internal goodwill." it may work if youre in good terms with them or your warranty barely expired. please post your progress. Replies to this message: Smittypowa (Feb 03, 2009 9:58 pm)
#6 of 6 Re: [mtbmax] by Smittypowa Feb 03, 2009 (9:58 pm)
Replying to: mtbmax (Jan 15, 2009 1:45 pm) on my altima.. I had the same thing.. (99 alty). I went through 3 sets of tires int eh 1st yr. After repeated trips back to the dealer, they installed shims and solved it. I was there under the car when the tech said what was the fix. He said that he used to work at a performance shop and that is what they did. So he did it right there and then with me under the car and that was it.

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