Used Nissan Primera CV Joints

The Nissan Primera is a front-wheel-drive car throughout its entire production run, so CV joints on the front driveshafts are a standard fitment on every variant — petrol or diesel, every trim level. There are no rear CV joints to speak of as it is not a four-wheel-drive model. Every Primera owner needing a driveshaft or CV joint can search with confidence that the part exists on their car.

The P11 and P12 are distinct generations with different platform dimensions, so CV joints and driveshafts from the P11 are not a straightforward swap onto a P12. The changeover happened in 2002, and parts from either side of that boundary should be treated as non-interchangeable without verification. Confirm the exact generation against your registration with the breaker before ordering.

Engine size can influence the driveshaft and CV joint specification on the Primera, as larger or more powerful engines may use heavier-duty components to handle the extra torque. It is worth telling the breaker your exact engine size — for example whether you have a 1.6, 1.8, or 2.0 petrol, or the 2.2 diesel on later P12 models — so they can match the correct part. Do not assume a joint from a smaller-engined car will cope with a more powerful variant.

Trim level does not affect CV joint fitment on the Nissan Primera; the joint is determined by the generation, engine, and which side of the car (nearside or offside) you need. An SVE and a base S on the same generation with the same engine will use the same driveshaft components. When speaking to the breaker, focus on the year, engine size, and NS or OS rather than the trim name.

The P10 (1990–1996) and P11 (1996–2002) are separate generations, and their driveshaft and CV joint components are not confirmed to be interchangeable. The P10 to P11 changeover in 1996 brought platform changes that affect running gear dimensions. Always confirm compatibility with the breaker using your registration, particularly when sourcing across that generational boundary.

Yes — this is one of the most important details to get right. On front-wheel-drive cars like the Primera, the nearside (left, passenger side) and offside (right, driver side) driveshafts are often different lengths, so the CV joint or driveshaft assembly from one side will not necessarily fit the other. Always tell the breaker clearly which side you need, and double-check before collection or dispatch.