Thinking about buying a used Nissan Cedric twin (1995–2005) in New Zealand? We've documented 8 known faults for this model spanning transmission, engine, suspension, and electrical. Each researched and verified before it's published. The most serious issues here are rated major. Two are set out in full below — the rest, with the symptoms, repair costs and checks for each, are free with an account.
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Major
$350–$900
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The 5-speed RE5R01A automatic transmission develops torque converter lock-up clutch shudder under light throttle at highway speed. The friction material on the lock-up clutch wears and glazes, causing a rhythmic vibration at 60-100 km/h under light cruise throttle.
Symptoms to notice
What to check
Ask the seller
AC compressor electromagnetic clutch bearing wears causing squealing when AC is engaged. Advanced cases cause bearing seizure loading the drive belt.
Symptoms to notice
What to check
Ask the seller
Symptoms, what to check, where to look and what to ask the seller — for every fault above. Free with an account, no card needed. One account covers one vehicle, so make it the car you’re actually looking at.
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Like any used car, it depends on the specific example and its service history. Across the 8 documented faults for the Nissan Cedric twin, the recurring problem areas are transmission, engine, and suspension. A Nissan Cedric twin with a full service history and no signs of the issues listed on this page can be a sound buy but each one needs to be checked individually before you commit.
We've catalogued 8 known faults for the Nissan Cedric twin, covering transmission, engine, and suspension. Two are written out in full on this page. The rest — with the symptoms to notice, what to inspect, and typical repair costs for each — are free once you create an account.
Most single repairs on the Nissan Cedric twin fall between $350–$900 at NZ independent-workshop rates. Some of the 8 documented faults cost less and a few cost considerably more, and no one car needs them all. Knowing which ones to look for before you view is what lets you negotiate the price down or walk away.
Yes. A Nissan Cedric twin inspection focused on its known weak points is the single best way to avoid an expensive mistake. KickTyres gives you a guided, model-specific inspection plus a market valuation and negotiation figure for $17.90 far less than the cost of missing one of the faults on this page.