Recalls: Nissan R35 GT-R
Overview
Manufacturers, or importers, issue recalls for defects or faults which have the potential to cause injury. Generally, manufacturers will inform the original buyers if their vehicle is subject to a recall and of the steps required to remedy the defect or fault. Please note that the recalls below (if any) are for Australian-delivered vehicles only. Furthermore, the number of recalls should not be taken as an indication of a model’s reliability or its safety more generally.
Recalls: Nissan R35 GT-R
2020 Nissan R35 GT-R: front steering knuckle and/or rear axle housing may deform
In July 2021, recall campaign R21A4 was issued for 2020 Nissan R35 GT-R vehicles and this recall was updated in August 2021. In these vehicles, the front steering knuckle and/or rear axle housing may not meet design specifications and may deform under pressure. If this occurred, the steering wheel may become off-centre, or the wheels may separate from the vehicle, increasing the risk of a collision and therefore injury to vehicle occupants and other road users. To fix, a Nissan dealer was to inspect and – if necessary – replace the front steering knuckle and/or rear axle housing. For the VINs of the recalled vehicles, please see REC-001673.
Problems and faults: Nissan R35 GT-R
Overview
This section identifies potential problems, causes and fixes based on the experiences of owners and repairers, online sources and technical service bulletins. This information is provided solely for reference purposes and AustralianCar.Reviews recommends that only properly qualified persons carry out repairs or modifications. Furthermore, the number of items below should not be taken as an indicator of a model’s reliability or the frequency with which they may occur.
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2008-10 Nissan R35 GT-R: won’t start due to electronic steering column lock (ESCL)
In March 2013, Nissan North America initiated voluntary service campaign P3208 to replace the steering lock assembly on certain 2009-11 model year Nissan R35 GT-R vehicles. According to Service Bulletin SB-10051829-6628, a manufacturing irregularity could cause excessive oil within the Electronic Steering Column Lock (ESCL) which increased internal resistance and triggered a time delay with the operation of the ESCL. If this time delay was outside of specifications, then the Engine Control Module (ECM, or Body Control Module, BCM) would prevent the engine from starting when the ignition was cycled. This problem, however, did not affect steering or engine operation when the vehicle was already running. To fix, the steering lock unit was to be replaced with a new unit (part number D8700-JF00D).
This problem was also described in NCA 2013/008 which was issued by Nissan UK in 2013; it identified affected Nissan GT-R vehicles as having been produced from 1 October 2008 to 20 August 2010.
Nissan GT-R: transmission problems
- For early Nissan R35 GT-R models, the shift quality for the GR6 transmission may be improved by reprogramming the transmission control module with the 2010 model year software.
- A rattling noise from the bell housing between the engine and gearbox is due to the bearing on the end of the flywheel shaft moving its case; the volume of this noise varies between GT-Rs. An aftermarket bearing has been developed which uses roller bearings in place of the ball race bearing to allow the flywheel shaft to expand as it heats up.
- A fault with the transmission solenoid can fail and cause the engine to enter ‘limp home’ mode; removing, cleaning and replacing the solenoid may fix the problem.
Nissan GT-R: front hubs
A clicking noise from the front wheel hubs can be caused by accumulated dirt and rust. To fix, the wheels should be removed, the hubs cleaned and cooper grease applied to prevent further corrosion build-up.
Nissan GT-R: ‘intelligent key’ doesn’t work
Moisture may enter the ‘intelligent key’ causing corrosion and rendering it inoperable.
