2017 Nissan Frontier: Engine mounts fail
Common wear/failure (not a recall)
Symptoms
Owners of the 2017 Frontier report: engine mounts fail. CarComplaints.com lists 1 owner complaints, average mileage 15,000 miles.
NHTSA has 4 owner complaints for the 2017 Frontier in this area. Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11650735 (filed 03/26/2025): “The contact's boyfriend owns a 2017 nissan frontier. the contact stated while her boyfriend was driving at 30 mph or above, the vehicle started to stall. the check engine warning light was illuminated. on a separate occasion, the vehicle stalled and drasticall…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11644026 (filed 02/20/2025): “I had a check engine light come on and took it to my mechanic for diagnosis and repair if needed. he diagnosed it as error code p2004. the code indicated a bad runner control valve position sensor. it is located on the end of intake manifold and has two torx…”
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: replace engine mounts (1 reports). Check for open recalls and extended warranty coverage with a dealer before paying out of pocket.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Internal engine work (lifters, oil consumption, fuel dilution diagnosis) requires engine teardown or dealer software/tests. (Our assessment.)
Cost
CarComplaints.com owners report a typical repair cost of about $2,200 (owner-reported average, not a quote).
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Sources
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