| 1 | 0 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 4 |
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.
2012 Nissan Frontier engine repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (10%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (30%)
< $100 (60%)
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 |
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. |
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. |
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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