2012 Nissan Frontier Transmission and drivetrain Problems

“I noticed a leak in the rear end of my 2012 Frontier, coming from the rack & pinion seal. I purchased the extended warranty on the vehicle. It turns out that a breather/screen had rusted and caused pressure to build, causing the seal to leak. I brought it to my local Nissan service center and they refused to repair it under warranty, saying that Nissan considers it environmental causes . I know of other makes and models that go 100,000 or 200,000+ miles without read end issues. …”

“Vehicle became hard to put into gear, especially when cold. Took car to the dealer, and they said something must have spilled down by the shifter linkage. I am the only driver, and I do not think that was the case, but could not be absolutely sure. I am only submitting this, because I saw several other posts where people could not shift their vehicles out of park, Nissan would not help out with the expense of repair since they were out of warranty. Anyone reading this should think long and hard before purchasing a Nissan. They are not the high quality vehicles they were at one time.”

“The 2012 Nissan Frontier has a rubber grommet on the clutch pedal which triggers saftey switch. The grommet goes bad and the vehicle will not start. Cannot be jumped. Must be towd or fixed on the spot. These grommetts go bad in 15,000 miles and it cost 15.00 for a new one. You cannot maintain a piece of rubber on te clutch. Rediculous”

“Both rear axle seals failed due to a faulty rear axle housing breather valve. Gear oil began leaking on to rear brake pads creating a safety issue. Also, seals and bearings could not be replaced independently. A $15 part failure (breather valve) caused both rear axles to be replaced in excess of $1000. Nissan would not provide any consideration of good will help unless I paid a diagnostic fee at local dealer. This came with no guarantee of help.”

“The 4 wheel drive 2h is engaged and while attempting to reverse the vehicle a momentary hesitation and jerking ensues as if the vehicle is in neutral as you press on the gas pedal to move the vehicle backwards. The vehicle eventually proceeds in reverse in a jerking motion. This only occurs in reverse and at low speed. I informed the dealership at an oil chance and the condition was noted on the work order. Technician stated this is normal in 4 wheel drive and no malfunction or repair was noted. Service at continental Nissan countryside illinois.”