The 2012 Nissan Altima has 28 drivetrain parts with verified fitment on this page — 3 part types and 9 brands, covering both the 2.5L L4 and the 3.5L V6. Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 2012 Nissan Altima, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. All 28 listed parts are CV Axle (21 parts), CV Joint Boot (6 parts) and Gear Oil (1 part).
The 2012 Nissan Altima was sold with both the 2.5L L4 and the 3.5L V6. Every part on this page is engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
The most listed brands for 2012 Nissan Altima drivetrain parts are GSP (6 parts), TOP NOTCH (5 parts) and TRAKMOTIVE (4 parts), plus 6 more brands. Quality grades include Standard Replacement, Heavy Duty and Economy.
7 parts on this 2012 Nissan Altima page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including TOP NOTCH TN13237XD (CV Axle) and MEVOTECH DX655 (CV Joint Boot). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
CV Axle
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARDONE Fits: 2.5L L4 | 606262 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE Fits: 2.5L L4 | 606264 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Remanufactured | View on Amazon |
Heavy Duty
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOP NOTCH Popular Fits: 2.5L L4 | TN13237XD | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Xtreme Duty | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 2.5L L4 | NCV53911XD | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Xtreme Duty CV AxleFor Extreme Operating Temperatures | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 2.5L L4 | NCV53912XD | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Xtreme Duty CV AxleFor Extreme Operating Temperatures | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: 2.5L L4 | TN13238XD | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Xtreme Duty | View on Amazon |
Standard Replacement
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| APWI Popular Fits: 2.5L L4 | NI8366 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front RightAutomatic CVT trans. | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Popular Fits: 2.5L L4 | TN13237 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front LeftAutomatic CVT trans. | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Popular Fits: 2.5L L4 | TN13238 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front RightAutomatic CVT trans. | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Popular Fits: 2.5L L4 | NI8233 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Does Not Include ABS Ring | View on Amazon |
| APWI Fits: 2.5L L4 | NI8373 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front LeftManual Trans. | View on Amazon |
| APWI Fits: 2.5L L4 | NI8374 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front RightManual trans. | View on Amazon |
| CARDONE Fits: 2.5L L4 | 666265 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front LeftManual Trans. | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 2.5L L4 | NCV53911 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front LeftAutomatic CVT trans. | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 2.5L L4 | NCV53922 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front LeftManual Trans. | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 2.5L L4 | NCV53912 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front RightAutomatic CVT trans. | View on Amazon |
| GSP Fits: 2.5L L4 | NCV53923 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front RightManual trans. | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH Fits: 2.5L L4 | TN13246 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Front RightManual trans. | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 2.5L L4 | NI8234 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | AAR Joint DesignDoes Not Include ABS Ring | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 2.5L L4 | NI8232 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Does Not Include ABS Ring | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Fits: 2.5L L4 | NI8231 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | Does Not Include ABS Ring | View on Amazon |
This table covers the complete CV axle shafts from differential (or hub) to wheel. Typical signs include a click in tight turns, grease flung around the wheel well, or a vibration that builds with speed. A torn boot caught early is a boot kit; caught late it is the whole axle. Torque the axle nut to the method in the notes.
21 CV Axle parts for the 2012 Nissan Altima come from 5 brands — GSP, TOP NOTCH, TRAKMOTIVE and 2 other brands. The "Popular" part is TOP NOTCH TN13237XD.
The Economy section lists 2 options from CARDONE — the catalog's value-priced group. CARDONE 606262 is listed in this group.
In the Heavy Duty grade, TOP NOTCH and GSP supply 4 parts: rated for severe service. A representative part number is TOP NOTCH TN13237XD.
In the Standard Replacement grade, TRAKMOTIVE, GSP, APWI and 2 other brands supply 15 parts: built to original-equipment specification. A representative part number is APWI NI8366.
CV Joint Boot
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEVOTECH Popular Fits: 2.5L L4 | DX655 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Popular Fits: 2.5L L4 | DX787 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
| BECK/ARNLEY Fits: 2.5L L4 | 1032938 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
| BECK/ARNLEY Fits: 2.5L L4 | 1032968 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| GKN Fits: 2.5L L4 | 304884 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA | OUTER Diameter 1.142 In | View on Amazon |
| GKN Fits: 2.5L L4 | 304887 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | OUTER Diameter 1.102 InThermoplastic Elastomer | View on Amazon |
This table covers the boots that keep grease in a CV joint. Typical signs include a split boot, grease flung around the joint, or a click once grit is inside. A boot caught early is a kit. Once the joint has clicked, the joint itself is usually worn.
6 CV Joint Boot parts for the 2012 Nissan Altima come from 3 brands — MEVOTECH, BECK/ARNLEY and GKN. The "Popular" part is MEVOTECH DX655.
Listed part numbers: MEVOTECH DX655, MEVOTECH DX787 and BECK/ARNLEY 1032938, plus the other parts above.
Gear Oil
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IDEMITSU Fits: 2.5L L4 | 30305024750 | 🇺🇸 US | 75W90 Racing Gear Oil1 Quart | View on Amazon |
This table covers the gear oils specified for the axle or transfer case. Typical signs include a low-oil lamp, knocking, or oil that has gone thin before the next interval. Match the viscosity and spec in the notes, not just the weight on the bottle.
This group shows a single part: IDEMITSU 30305024750.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 2012 Nissan Altima
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Match the engine first. Every drivetrain part here is engine-specific; each row shows which engine(s) it fits.
- Read the notes on each row for position, trim and spec qualifiers before you order.
- Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: CV Axle and CV Joint Boot .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many drivetrain parts fit the 2012 Nissan Altima?
Our catalog currently lists 28 drivetrain parts for the 2012 Nissan Altima across 3 subcategories and 9 brands, covering both the 2.5L L4 and the 3.5L V6. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do drivetrain parts differ between 2012 Nissan Altima engines?
Yes. Every drivetrain part on this page is engine-specific. Each row shows which engine(s) it fits — use the filter at the top to hide the rest. If you're unsure which engine you have, check the emissions label under the hood or the 8th character of your VIN.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 2012 Nissan Altima?
Common symptoms include clicking in tight turns, a clunk when shifting between drive and reverse, vibration that builds with speed, or gear oil on the inside of a wheel. If you notice any of these, identify the affected subcategory above and cross-reference the part numbers listed.
What should I replace at the same time?
Where labor overlaps, replace the differential or transfer-case fluid with any axle or seal job while everything is already open.
What do the market flags (US, CA, MX) on each part mean?
They show the market for which the manufacturer published application data for that part — where the vehicle was first sold, not where the part was made. If your 2012 Nissan Altima was originally sold in the US, the safest choice is a part marked for the US market.
How do I make sure a part fits my 2012 Nissan Altima?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. Then a torn CV boot caught early is a cheap boot kit; caught late it is a whole axle — inspect before deciding which to buy. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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