- Oil leaks: The D22 Navara is known to develop oil leaks, particularly around the oil pan and valve cover gasket.
- Timing chain: The timing chain can stretch over time, causing engine noise and reduced performance.
- Turbocharger: The turbocharger can fail due to a lack of lubrication or excessive heat.
Driveline:
- Transmission: The manual transmission can develop synchro issues, making it difficult to shift gears. The automatic transmission can also experience problems, such as slipping and delayed shifting.
- Differential: The rear differential can leak oil and make a whining noise.
Suspension:
- Ball joints: The ball joints can wear out prematurely, causing knocking noises and unstable handling.
- Leaf springs: The leaf springs can sag over time, reducing the vehicle's load-carrying capacity.
Brakes:
- Brake rotors: The brake rotors can warp easily, causing brake judder.
- Brake calipers: The brake calipers can seize or leak, affecting braking performance.
Electrical:
- Battery: The battery can drain quickly due to excessive electrical draw.
- Starter motor: The starter motor can fail due to excessive heat or wear.
- Alternator: The alternator can fail due to overheating or a faulty voltage regulator.
Interior:
- Dashboard: The dashboard can crack or warp due to exposure to sunlight.
- Air conditioning: The air conditioning system can malfunction due to a faulty compressor or refrigerant leaks.
Other:
- Rust: The D22 Navara is prone to rust, particularly in the undercarriage and rear wheel arches.
- Fuel gauge: The fuel gauge can give inaccurate readings due to a faulty fuel sender unit.
