Originally Posted by shipsaeki

ok guys... here goes.

I'm a tech for Infiniti and did this recall a couple of times.

There is a recall on the rear axle BEARINGS...

When they perform the recall, parts that are replaced are

rear axle bearing(s)
rear boot(s)
retainer(s)
Cotter pin(s)
grease

and If i recall (no pun intended) that is it... The whole axle itself is not replaced. I myself had the clicking issue, and have been to lazy to perform the recall on my own car until a couple of weeks ago. I used to just loosen them, and tighten the rear axle nut and that would solve the problem for about two weeks.

The new rear axle bearings are updated bearings and so far my car hasnt made a clicking sound yet. On the old bearings, while clicking is normal... if you drive the car agressivly, it comes back sooner from banging into gears.

As far as warranty goes, if you're able to put the stock rims on, then it would be easier to avoid a headache.

Dealership may say that your rims may have put extra pressure on the suspenion. but since there is a recall, i doubt they will not honor it.

S/C is iffy... I don't think they will say anything but again, they can say that the extra power may have put pressure on the rear suspension when shifting (AT/MT)

If you go into the dealership for this, be prepared to wait... or ask for a loaner.

Depending if you need one side or both sides done, it takes about 45 min to an hour per side. The rear axle has to be removed, and the bearing needs to be pressed out.

Hope I shed more light on this question.

IMHO, have the rear axle bearings done... well worth it.