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2005 Nissan Frontier repairs by problem area
Engine (32%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (20%)
Brakes and Traction Control (10%)
Suspension and Steering (10%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (15%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (5%)
Other (10%)
Chart based on 41 repairs.
2005 Nissan Frontier repair cost distribution
$2500+ (11%)
$1000 - $2499 (11%)
$500 - $999 (22%)
$100 - $499 (22%)
< $100 (33%)
Chart based on 36 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
2005 Nissan Frontier
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| Nissan Frontier in California, United States Nov 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Dec 201067000 miUS $50 | Bolt on on lift gate. Anchor broke. Parts replaced are of poor quality. problem not resolved. It will require another trip to Dealer! Complained of noise on truck bed innumerous times. Dealer was never able to find problem. I finally took the car to a suspension shop and the shop found out the two little bushings were busted. Replaced them in 30 minutes. Problem solved!! | ||
2005 Nissan Frontier 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed
265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual RWD
| Nissan Frontier in Texas, United States Nov 2010 - Mar 2013 | |||
| Jun 201256000 miUS $165 | battery replaced and battery cable (positive) also replaces--it would not tighten | ||
| Nissan Frontier in Puerto Rico May 2011 - Mar 2013 | |||
| Sep 201172000 miUS $90 | Driveshaft union was creating a vibration | ||
2005 Nissan Frontier 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed
265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Nissan Frontier in Texas, United States Feb 2014 - Aug 2018 | |||
| Jul 201450500 miUS $25 | Passenger side mirror was replaced. The inner part of the mirror fell out during shipment from Germany to Texas. It was there when we dropped it off and not there when we picked it up. There was no damage to the outer mirror housing. | ||
| Feb 201556000 miUS $440 | Fuel level sensor replaced. | ||
| Jun 201559000 miUS $431 | Windshield wiper fluid was not pumping. Replaced windshield washer tank assembly. | ||
| Aug 201886000 miUS $500 | Truck was losing power, visible exhaust, could not get engine over 2000 rpms in second gear going up a small hill. Dealer Service Department said it was an ignition coil that was bad and replaced for $500. Picked up the truck and it had the same issues before the repair. Took it back to the dealer and was told it was the catalytic converter and would be $2200 to repair. Opting to trade it in on a new Frontier instead of repairing. | ||
| Nissan Frontier in Georgia, United States Sep 2010 - Jan 2011 | |||
| Oct 2010120000 mi | Rear Driveshaft U-Joints replaced due to drivetrain vibration at speeds in excess of 55 mph. Check engine light on. CPU Diagnostict scan reflects insufficient catalyst on passenger side rear catalyst. Do not have emmissions in my area inspected to ensure no blockage in cat there is not. performance not affected do not care. | ||
| Nissan Frontier in Georgia, United States Oct 2014 - Jun 2015 | |||
| Jan 2015US $75 | Left power window motor died. Worked slowly and saved $95.00 labor charge. | ||
| Apr 201554500 miUS $375 | Changed spark plugs and PCV valve. Had to remove air intake system to gain access. Found cracked hoses and gaskets. Cop wires came apart during handling and intake gasket was perished. Two days after maintenance a split intake coupler was discovered. A 4 inch piece or rubber hose was letting air into throttle body. Nissan wanted 74 dollars for whole intake assy. Won't sell just the coupler for 12 bucks. Ordered online $22 | ||
2005 Nissan Frontier 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed
265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| Nissan Frontier in California, United States Mar 2011 - Jul 2012 | |||
| Mar 2012111000 miUS $1700 | catalytic converter failed, engine light came on. independent shop had a tough time with repair because manifold bolts sheared off. they also discovered leaky axle seal | ||
| Nissan Frontier in California, United States Feb 2011 - Dec 2011 | |||
| Dec 201159000 miUS $1400 | Timing chain guide failure--making noise, if know what to listen for. Replaced guides & all related components. Not covered by warranty. TSB on this problem. Also TSB on transmission cooler failure within radiator which leads to transmission failure. | ||
| Nissan Frontier in Arizona, United States May 2013 - Jun 2013 | |||
| Jun 201373000 miUS $140 | Takes 2 or 3 attempts to start (cranks but doesn't fire) when hot outside, and truck has sat more than 15 minutes. Was intermittent, now every day, and cannot figure out problem. | ||
2005 Nissan Frontier 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed
265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Nissan Frontier in Massachusetts, United States Aug 2007 - Sep 2020 | |||
| Apr 200737 mi | Used car warranty service. Replaced broken hood holder clip; lubricated driver's door hinges since it shuts hard; examined but did nothing about a floppy seatbelt retractor saying it is normal (reminded me of the early 80s Toyotas that were recalled). | ||
| Jun 200738600 mi | Under used car warranty, Nissan repaired passenger door handle which started to fall off! Also, resealed the gasket around the windshield as it was pulling out. | ||
| Sep 200740500 mi | Two trips to repair a drivetrain problem--squeaking noises and vibrations. Nissan ended up replacing the rear drivetrain first and then the front as well. All under their drivetrain warranty. Service manager noted that the model was "notorious" for dr | ||
| Sep 200959950 miUS $600 | Just before the 60,000 warranty end, another drive train problem: leaks around the rear transaxle. Fixed free under warranty, but had the regular 60k service done. Considering selling the truck after the winter. | ||
| Oct 201175200 miUS $998 | I'm upset with the Nissan dealer who in July told me I could safely defer repair of "warped rotors" and brake pads until my next oil change. NOT! When they did the work, they had to turn the rotors, replace the calipers too-very expensive | ||
| May 201384300 miUS $600 | emergency brake refurb. | ||
| Jan 201684300 miUS $1100 | ~90,000 service revealed problems with brakes and emission controls. Repaired the brakes including the parking brake (big expense). Deferred the emissions control issue for later. | ||
| Jan 201793500 miUS $1000 | Replaced cracked windshield and repaired rusted trim to prevent rust-through. | ||
| Jun 2017103000 miUS $4400 | This was the starting point: blown alternator and serpentine belt. We also worked on brakes, suspension and other stuff. replacement | ||
2005 Nissan Frontier 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed
265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD
| Nissan Frontier in Alabama, United States Feb 2011 - Aug 2011 | |||
| May 201193000 miUS $5200 | Transmission went out. Failed because transmission cooler leaked fluid into transmission. Transmission failed. Shifted rough for a while, had the dealership check it out, couldn't find anything. | ||
| Nissan Frontier in California, United States Oct 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Dec 201065000 miUS $722 | Engine would not turn over when attempted to Start. Fuel pump was diagnosed as not putting out enough pressure to pump fuel to the engine to allow it to start. | ||
2005 Nissan Frontier 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed
265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
| Nissan Frontier in Alabama, United States Aug 2016 - Dec 2016 | |||
| Aug 2016178000 miUS $600 | Bad rear wheel speed sensor, disabled ABS system and the 4WD. | ||
| Nov 2016178300 miUS $2800 | Transmission was slipping, needed full rebuild Truck was misfiring badly on acceleration and climbing hills, check engine light indicated the crank position sensor was bad. New sensor fixed the problem. | ||
| Nissan Frontier in Washington, United States Aug 2010 - Sep 2013 | |||
| Sep 201056000 miUS $70 | Squeaky engine. Replaced serpentine belt and tensioner. | ||
| Apr 201370200 miUS $400 | Erratic fuel gauge behavior. Common problem with fuel sending unit. My truck was outside of special warranty extension on this part when the problem occurred. | ||
| Sep 201371000 mi | Erratic fuel gauge behavior. Common problem with fuel sending unit. | ||
| Nissan Frontier in Virginia, United States Aug 2010 - Jun 2011 | |||
| Oct 201081300 miUS $125 | Engine light on, E-vac system repaired for second time. First time in April or May. | ||
| Nissan Frontier in Massachusetts, United States Jun 2012 - May 2016 | |||
| Apr 2014110300 miUS $470 | Both outer tie rod ends replaced | ||
| Sep 2014115000 miUS $700 | thermostat, hoses, transmission flush | ||
| May 2016132000 miUS $600 | replaced both front wheel bearings | ||
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