Nissan Navara Axle Replacement Parts

The D40 Navara ran from 2005 to 2015 in the UK, so parts from within that generation are your starting point for compatibility. However, the D40 received a facelift around 2010, and axle specifications can vary with engine size — the 2.5-litre diesel and the V6 variants may carry different rated components. Confirm the exact engine size and whether the donor vehicle is pre- or post-facelift against your registration with the breaker before buying.

The D23 (NP300) Navara launched in the UK in 2016 and is a different generation to the D40 (2005–2015), meaning the two are not the same platform and a straight swap is very unlikely. Running gear, geometry, and mounting points changed significantly between generations. Treat these as non-interchangeable and confirm with a breaker if you are exploring any crossover, but expect to need a D40-specific unit for a D40.

Trim level — whether Acenta, Tekna, or SVE — does not affect axle fitment on the Navara; these are cosmetic and equipment-grade distinctions rather than changes to the running gear. What does matter is the engine size and the generation of the vehicle, so focus on matching those rather than the trim name. Be aware a donor vehicle may have different paintwork or interior condition, but that has no bearing on whether the axle itself will fit.

Both 2009 and 2013 Navaras fall within the D40 generation (2005–2015), but the facelift came around 2010, meaning a 2009 vehicle is pre-facelift and a 2013 is post-facelift. Named generation boundaries like this can coincide with running-gear revisions, so while the broad platform is shared, whether the axle crosses that 2010 facelift boundary cleanly is something you need to confirm with the breaker against both registrations. Engine size should also be matched, as the 2.5-litre and larger V6 units may have differently rated axle components.

Yes, engine size is a genuine fitment consideration on the Navara — larger or more powerful engines can be paired with heavier-duty axle components to handle the increased load and torque. On the D40 in particular, the 2.5-litre dCi and the 4.0-litre V6 are known to have differences in drivetrain components. Always tell the breaker your exact engine size alongside your registration so they can match the correct unit.

The transmission type can affect rear axle and drivetrain component specifications on the Navara, as automatic and manual variants may have different final drive ratios or propshaft flanges. This is not a case where you can assume the parts are interchangeable, even within the same generation and engine size. Confirm the gearbox type on the donor vehicle with the breaker and cross-reference it against your own registration before proceeding.