18 Steering parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan X-Trail, in 6 part types, covering the 2.5L L4 engine. Each one has a brand, a manufacturer part number and notes that say where it fits.
The steering system on the 2012 Nissan X-Trail connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components. The largest groups are Tie Rod End (6 parts), Power Steering Pressure Hose (5 parts) and Power Steering Reservoir (2 parts). The other 3 part types cover the remaining 5 parts.
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.5L L4 — the only engine offered in the 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
The most listed brands for 2012 Nissan X-Trail steering parts are EDELMANN (4 parts), SUNSONG (4 parts) and DORMAN (4 parts), plus 4 more brands. Quality grades include New and Remanufactured.
3 parts on this 2012 Nissan X-Trail page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including EDELMANN 81217 (Power Steering Pressure Hose) and DORMAN 544372 (Tie Rod End). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Power Steering Fluid
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EDELMANN | 70694 | 🇲🇽 MX | Quart | View on Amazon |
This table covers the fluids specified for this steering system. Typical signs include discolored fluid, a burnt smell, or a level that keeps dropping. Use only the specification in the notes — the tables group grades because they are not interchangeable.
One part is listed for the 2012 Nissan X-Trail — EDELMANN 70694.
Power Steering Pressure Hose
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EDELMANN Popular | 81217 | 🇲🇽 MX | From Pump | View on Amazon |
| EDELMANN | 81274 | 🇲🇽 MX | Tube - To Rack | View on Amazon |
| EDELMANN | 81217E | 🇲🇽 MX | Elite Extreme Weather Hose | View on Amazon |
| SUNSONG | 3605147 | 🇲🇽 MX | Tube - To Rack | View on Amazon |
| SUNSONG | 3405311 | 🇲🇽 MX | From Pump | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Power Steering Pressure hoses. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle.
5 Power Steering Pressure Hose parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan X-Trail, from EDELMANN and SUNSONG. EDELMANN 81217 carries the "Popular" badge.
This group includes EDELMANN 81217, EDELMANN 81274 and EDELMANN 81217E and the remaining parts above.
Power Steering Reservoir
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN | 603825 | 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| SKP | SK603825 | 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Power Steering reservoirs.
2 Power Steering Reservoir parts for the 2012 Nissan X-Trail come from 2 brands — DORMAN and SKP.
This group includes DORMAN 603825 and SKP SK603825.
Power Steering Reservoir (Suction) Hose
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SUNSONG | 3406317 | 🇲🇽 MX | Reservoir To Pump | View on Amazon |
| SUNSONG | 3406029 | 🇲🇽 MX | Reservoir To Pump | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Power Steering Reservoir (Suction) hoses. Typical signs include swelling, cracks, a soft spot, or a leak at a clamp. Replace adjacent aged hoses while the system is drained — they share the same heat cycle.
SUNSONG supplies both parts for the 2012 Nissan X-Trail.
This group includes SUNSONG 3406317 and SUNSONG 3406029.
Rack and Pinion
New
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LARES | 27038 | 🇲🇽 MX | Electronic Power Steering with Manual Rack | View on Amazon |
Remanufactured
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CARDONE | 1G2673 | 🇲🇽 MX | RemanufacturedIncludes Inner Tie Rods | View on Amazon |
This table covers the steering gear assemblies that turn the tie rods. Typical signs include fluid at a torn boot, a growl when you turn, or play that the inner tie rods do not explain. Flush the old power-steering fluid with the rack — grit in the old fluid is the usual cause of a repeat leak.
2 Rack and Pinion parts for the 2012 Nissan X-Trail come from 2 brands — LARES and CARDONE.
The New section lists 1 option from LARES — brand-new units rather than rebuilt ones. LARES 27038 is listed in this group.
The Remanufactured section lists 1 option from CARDONE — factory-rebuilt units with new wear components. CARDONE 1G2673 is listed in this group.
This group includes LARES 27038 and CARDONE 1G2673.
Tie Rod End
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN Popular | 544372 | 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right Outer | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Popular | 544371 | 🇲🇽 MX | Front Left Outer | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN | 543623 | 🇲🇽 MX | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| FVP | TI69160 | 🇲🇽 MX | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| FVP | TO69191 | 🇲🇽 MX | Front Left Outer | View on Amazon |
| FVP | TO69192 | 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right Outer | View on Amazon |
This table covers the inner and outer tie-rod ends that steer each front knuckle. Typical signs include play on center, a feathered front tire, or a boot that has split and packed with grit. Replace inner and outer ends together on a high-mileage axle, then get an alignment.
6 Tie Rod End parts are listed for the 2012 Nissan X-Trail, from DORMAN and FVP. DORMAN 544372 carries the "Popular" badge.
Part numbers include DORMAN 544372, DORMAN 544371 and DORMAN 543623, among others listed above.
Buying Steering Parts for a 2012 Nissan X-Trail
On this vehicle, the steering system connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components.
- Confirm you have the 2.5L L4 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 inner and outer tie-rod ends together on higher-mileage vehicles, then get an alignment.
- Cross-reference the manufacturer part number against your old part or a service-manual listing.
Start with the largest groups on this page: Tie Rod End and Power Steering Pressure Hose .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many steering parts fit the 2012 Nissan X-Trail?
Our catalog currently lists 18 steering parts for the 2012 Nissan X-Trail across 6 subcategories and 7 brands, covering the 2.5L L4 engine. Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
What are the signs of steering problems on a 2012 Nissan X-Trail?
Common symptoms include play or looseness on center, a whine when turning, fluid weeping from rack boots, or uneven tire wear on the front axle. 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 inner and outer tie-rod ends together on higher-mileage vehicles, then get an alignment.
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 X-Trail 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 X-Trail?
Every part on this page is matched to the 2.5L L4 engine. Then flush old power-steering fluid when replacing a pump or rack — grit in the old fluid is the number-one cause of repeat failure. The notes column carries position and trim qualifiers where they apply.
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