Second Hand Nissan Navara Brake

The Navara has run through two main generations in the UK: the D22 (up to 2005) and the D40 (2005–2015), followed by the current NP300 D23 (2016 onwards). Generation matters a great deal for brake fitment because the entire running gear — discs, callipers, and drums — changed between generations. Always confirm which generation you have before approaching a breaker, and quote your registration to avoid any doubt.

The D40 and NP300 D23 are different generations with distinct suspension and braking setups, so parts from one are very unlikely to cross to the other. Name the generation boundary — 2015 to 2016 — clearly when contacting a breaker, and ask them to check against your specific registration rather than assuming any crossover exists. Never assume fitment across this boundary without the breaker confirming it directly.

Yes, engine size can influence brake specification on the Navara, as larger or more powerful variants — such as the 2.5-litre dCi over earlier smaller-displacement units — were sometimes fitted with uprated discs and callipers to suit the additional weight and power. When sourcing used brakes, always tell the breaker your exact engine size alongside your generation so they can match the correct specification. Confirm against your registration to be certain.

Trim level alone — whether Acenta, Tekna, or Trek-1° — does not typically determine which brakes are fitted; it is the generation and engine size that drive the specification. That said, you may find cosmetic differences on parts pulled from different trims, such as calliper colour, which you can safely disregard for fitment purposes. Confirm the specific part against your registration with the breaker to be sure.

Both a 2009 and 2013 Navara fall within the D40 generation (2005–2015), which is a positive starting point for compatibility. However, there were mid-generation changes during the D40's lifespan that may have affected brake specifications on some variants, so this is not guaranteed. Ask the breaker to check both your year and engine size against the donor vehicle's registration before purchasing.

For brake callipers you need to specify front or rear rather than nearside (NS) or offside (OS), as each axle uses its own design; however, within an axle the NS and OS callipers are typically handed, so do specify the side as well. Tell the breaker your generation, engine size, and the exact corner — for example, front nearside — to avoid receiving the wrong unit. Always confirm against your registration for certainty.