2016 Nissan Frontier: Not shifting properly
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2016 Frontier report: not shifting properly. CarComplaints.com lists 3 owner complaints, average mileage 5,300 miles.
NHTSA has 3 owner complaints for the 2016 Frontier in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11562865 (filed 12/31/2023): “My 2016 nissan frontier is leaking axle grease from the driver side rear tire. the grease/oil got all over the brake pads, rotor, and emergency brake. this seems to be a very common issue that was supposed to have been resolved several models prior.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11349599 (filed 08/15/2020): “Transmission and brain repair by dealership under warranty 20017, and overheating problem due to radiator in 2020 after expire of warranty, $1000 out of pocket repairs.…”
Likely causes
Sources do not establish a single root cause; diagnosis is needed. Owner-reported fixes are listed below.
Fix, in plain English
Most common owner-reported solutions on CarComplaints.com: none clearly reported. Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range: get a written quote after diagnosis.
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Sources
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