Nissan Altimas have long been noted for their reliability. Like other Japanese manufacturers, the designers and engineers at Nissan take the time and use a high quality of materials to ensure that their vehicles will last for a long, long time. A key component is the Nissan Altima’s axle assembly.

Simply put, without an axle assembly, the wheels don’t turn, so proper maintenance is crucial. Symptoms of axle failure include a grinding sound coming from the wheels, a roughness detected in the steering, or a rumbling felt through the floorboards.

A failure of a Nissan Altima axle assembly generally begins with a failure of the lubricant. Because the bearing will spin within their races millions, of not billions of times, they need to be able to move as easy as possible and with the most minimal friction. While the lubricant will gradually fail over time, it is more common for the boots that hold the lubricant in place to be damaged in some way, allowing the lubricant to escape and letting dirt and debris find its way. The rubber boots are durable, but they are vulnerable to damage. Nissan Altima axle assembly boots should be regularly inspected for damage, and if any tears or holes are noticed, it is very possible that the lubricant may have already leaked out. To replace the boots, you must remove the entire axle assembly, so it generally makes sense to replace the entire system and know that you are starting with fresh bearings and professionally packed lubricant.You can order a new Nissan Altima axle assembly from our convenient 24/7 online ordering system and have it shipped directly to your door.