11 Drivetrain parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Maxima, in 2 part types, covering the 3.5L V6 engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
The drivetrain system on the 2012 Nissan Maxima moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware. All 11 listed parts are CV Axle (7 parts) and CV Joint Boot (4 parts).
The 2012 Nissan Maxima came with a single engine, the 3.5L V6, and every part is verified against it.
6 brands supply drivetrain parts for the 2012 Nissan Maxima, led by GSP (2 parts), TRAKMOTIVE (2 parts) and TOP NOTCH (2 parts), plus 3 more brands.
A "Popular" badge means the source catalog flagged the part as frequently chosen for the 2012 Nissan Maxima. 2 parts have it, including GSP NCV53915 (CV Axle) and TRAKMOTIVE NI8452 (CV Axle). Each part number opens a page with every vehicle that part fits.
CV Axle
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GSP Popular | NCV53915 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE Popular | NI8452 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| APWI | NI8392 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| GSP | NCV53916 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH | TN13240 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| TOP NOTCH | TN13241 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| TRAKMOTIVE | NI8453 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Left | 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.
7 CV Axle parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Maxima, from GSP, TRAKMOTIVE, TOP NOTCH and 1 other brand. GSP NCV53915 carries the "Popular" badge.
Part numbers include GSP NCV53915, TRAKMOTIVE NI8452 and APWI NI8392, among others listed above.
CV Joint Boot
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BECK/ARNLEY | 1032925 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Outer | View on Amazon |
| BECK/ARNLEY | 1032958 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH | DX820 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH | DX428 | 🇺🇸 US 🇨🇦 CA 🇲🇽 MX | Front Outer | 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.
4 CV Joint Boot parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan Maxima, from BECK/ARNLEY and MEVOTECH.
Part numbers include BECK/ARNLEY 1032925, BECK/ARNLEY 1032958 and MEVOTECH DX820, among others listed above.
Buying Drivetrain Parts for a 2012 Nissan Maxima
On this vehicle, the drivetrain system moves power from transmission to wheels through axles, CV joints, driveshafts, differentials and wheel-end hardware.
- Confirm you have the 3.5L V6 engine — every part on this page is matched to it.
- 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 Maxima?
Our catalog currently lists 11 drivetrain parts for the 2012 Nissan Maxima across 2 subcategories and 6 brands, covering the 3.5L V6 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of drivetrain problems on a 2012 Nissan Maxima?
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 Maxima 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 Maxima?
Every part on this page is matched to the 3.5L V6 engine. 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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