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2012 Nissan Frontier repairs by problem area

Engine (38%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (0%)

Suspension and Steering (7%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (28%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (7%)

Other (10%)

Chart based on 29 repairs.
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2012 Nissan Frontier engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (10%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (30%)

< $100 (60%)

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Chart based on 10 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2012 Nissan Frontier 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

261-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

16100 mi gas cap fell apart 

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2012 Nissan Frontier 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

261-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

45000 mi

US $150
Replace worn oil gasket 
83000 mi

US $450
Engine intermittently stumbling at highway speeds. Replaced crank position sensor 
2200 mi Intermittant High Idle speed when coming to a stop. Engine computor was reflashed and idle speed adjusted. 

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2012 Nissan Frontier 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

261-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

20000 mi

US $100
Clean throttle body to eliminate low idle speed 
26000 mi

US $2200
Clutch was worn out. 

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2012 Nissan Frontier 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

261-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

18400 mi one of the main cooling hoses clamp was loose causing the car to overheat on high speeds. They replace the clump and added coolant. 
20000 mi After the same issue came up again (overheating if you pass 60-65mph on the highway) and after staying in the shop for a week the figure out it was the thermostat (defective) and they change it. 
20444 mi Replace water pump Replace water pump 
19500 mi Antifreeze was found in the engine!!They replace the engine with a new one!! 

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2012 Nissan Frontier Engine Problems

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