Parts for your 2015 Nissan Navara-Suspension bushes

2015 Nissan Navara Suspension Bushes

Suspension bushes are absolutely fitted to the 2015 Nissan Navara (D23/NP300) and are a key wear item. Technical sources including the Nissan D23 (NP300) Service Manual (Front and Rear Suspension sections), the Nissan FAST electronic parts catalogue, and well-known aftermarket catalogues (e.g., Nolathane and SuperPro) all list multiple bushes for this model. Depending on trim, the 2015 Navara runs either a five‑link coil rear end or traditional leaf springs, and both setups rely on bushes for control arms, stabiliser bars and links, spring eyes/shackles or trailing arms, and more.

What do they do? Bushes are the flexible joints that isolate noise and vibration while allowing the arms and links to move smoothly. They keep alignment stable under brakes and cornering, help the ute track straight with a load on, and protect metal components from shock and corrosion. Most are rubber-bonded, some owners opt for polyurethane for extra durability and sharper response.

• Front: lower and upper control arm inner bushes, stabiliser (sway) bar D‑bushes and link bushes, and often steering rack mount bushes.
• Rear (coil models): upper/lower trailing arm bushes and panhard rod bushes, shock eye bushes.
• Rear (leaf models): front and rear spring eye bushes, shackle bushes, stabiliser bar bushes where fitted.

For Aussie and Kiwi conditions—corrugations, towing, beach runs, and red dust—regular checks pay off. A good rule is to inspect every 20,000 km or 12 months, and after big trips. Tell-tales include clunks over bumps, vague steering, wandering on the highway, uneven tyre wear, brake shudder, or rear steer under load.

Replacement tips: always torque rubber-bonded bushes at normal ride height, not with the suspension hanging, to avoid preloading the rubber. Replace left/right in pairs, use new hardware where specified, and get a wheel alignment straight after. Press-fit bushes need the correct drivers and orientation marks followed as per the service manual. Rubber bushes shouldn’t be greased, most polyurethane bushes need the supplied grease on assembly. If the Navara works hard or runs bigger tyres, consider heavy‑duty or poly options—accepting a touch more NVH for longer life.

The Nissan workshop literature covers exact procedures and torque values, while the FAST catalogue confirms the correct bush part numbers by VIN. With healthy bushes, a 2015 Navara keeps its sure-footed feel, carries loads squarely, and treats tyres kindly.

FAQs

How often should suspension bushes be replaced on a 2015 Navara?
They’re condition-based rather than strictly time-based. Many last 80,000–150,000 km, but towing, off‑road use, salt water, and big tyres can shorten that. Inspect annually (or every 20,000 km), and replace when there’s play, cracking, or distortion, or when alignment can’t be held.

Do worn bushes cause uneven tyre wear or steering wobble?
Yes. Perished control arm or sway bar bushes let geometry shift under load, which can cause feathering or rapid inside/outside tyre wear. You may also feel shimmy over bumps, brake shudder, or a vague on‑centre feel. Fresh bushes and a proper alignment usually sort it.

Rubber or polyurethane—what’s better for a Navara?
Rubber gives OEM ride and low noise—great for daily driving and touring. Polyurethane resists oil, heat, and heavy loads better and sharpens response, but can transmit a bit more vibration. For hard work or frequent off‑road use, many choose poly, for comfort and compliance, stick with quality rubber.