Power Train Related Problems of the 2010 Nissan Frontier

Table 1 shows eight common power train related problems of the 2010 Nissan Frontier. The number one most common problem is related to the power train (five problems). The second most common problem is related to the transmission failure (two problems).


Recently reported Power Train problems of the 2010 Nissan Frontier

The Power Train problem

Radiator failure leaking into tranny, causing a sound coming from transmission as if driving over a rumble strips when accelerating between 40-60mph, as well as sudden jerking when changing gears. Smod residue (creamy pink fluid) present on radiator cap.   Read details...

The Transmission Failure problem

Transmission failed, @ 133 thousand miles. Coolant made its way into the transmission.   Read details...

The Transfer Case problem

Tl- the contact owns a 2010 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle continuously made a loud clanking noise. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who indicated that the u-joints failed and needed to be replaced in order to repair the vehicle.   Read details...


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