The 2021 Nissan Frontier has 42 steering parts with verified fitment on this page — 9 part types and 20 brands, covering all 3 engine options (2.5L L4, 2.5L L4 DIESEL Turbocharged and 3.8L V6). Each part includes a manufacturer part number and application notes.
On the 2021 Nissan Frontier, the steering system connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components. 27 parts of the 42 listed are Tie Rod End (14 parts), Power Steering Fluid (9 parts) and Knuckle (4 parts). The other 6 part types cover the remaining 15 parts.
The 2021 Nissan Frontier was sold with 3 engines. 28 parts fit every engine; the other 14 are engine-specific. Each part shows which engine(s) it fits.
The most listed brands for 2021 Nissan Frontier steering parts are MEVOTECH (6 parts), DORMAN (5 parts) and LUBEGARD (4 parts), plus 17 more brands. Quality grades include Daily Driver and Economy.
5 parts on this 2021 Nissan Frontier page carry a "Popular" badge — the source catalog's flag for options frequently chosen for this vehicle — including IDEMITSU 30040106972 (Power Steering Fluid) and MEVOTECH MS306102 (Tie Rod End). Click any part number to see every vehicle that part fits.
Knuckle
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN Fits: 3.8L V6 | 698266 | 🇺🇸 US | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Fits: 3.8L V6 | 698267 | 🇺🇸 US | Front Left | View on Amazon |
| SKP Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | SK698266 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right | View on Amazon |
| SKP Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | SK698267 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Front Left | View on Amazon |
This table covers the steering knuckles that carry the hub, caliper and ball joints.
4 Knuckle parts for the 2021 Nissan Frontier come from 2 brands — DORMAN and SKP. 2 parts fit every engine; the other 2 are engine-specific.
This group includes DORMAN 698266, DORMAN 698267 and SKP SK698266 and the remaining parts above.
Power Steering Fluid
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IDEMITSU Popular Fits: 3.8L V6 | 30040106972 | 🇺🇸 US | 12 oz | View on Amazon |
| PRESTONE Popular Fits: 3.8L V6 | AS269Y | 🇺🇸 US | Asian Vehicle12 Ounce | View on Amazon |
| LUBEGARD Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | 23201 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | 1 QuartSynthetic Power Steering Fluid | View on Amazon |
| LUBEGARD Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | 23205 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | 5 GallonSynthetic Power Steering Fluid | View on Amazon |
| LUBEGARD Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | 23232 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Synthetic Power Steering Fluid1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| LUBEGARD Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | 23255 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | 55 GallonSynthetic Power Steering Fluid | View on Amazon |
| LUCAS OIL Fits: 3.8L V6 | 10823 | 🇺🇸 US | 12 fl. oz. | View on Amazon |
| LUCAS OIL Fits: 3.8L V6 | 108246 | 🇺🇸 US | Power Steering Fluid, 1 Quart | View on Amazon |
| VALVOLINE Fits: 3.8L V6 | 860343 | 🇺🇸 US | VPS Power Steering Fluid1 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.
9 Power Steering Fluid parts are listed for the 2021 Nissan Frontier, from LUBEGARD, LUCAS OIL, IDEMITSU and 2 other brands. IDEMITSU 30040106972 carries the "Popular" badge. 4 parts fit every engine; the other 5 are engine-specific.
Part numbers include IDEMITSU 30040106972, PRESTONE AS269Y and LUBEGARD 23201, among others listed above.
Power Steering Pressure Sensor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN Fits: 3.8L V6 | 926455 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| LARES Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | 456 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon | |
| REIN Fits: 3.8L V6 | ELP0280 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Power Steering pressure sensors. Typical signs include a check-engine light for MAP or fuel-rail pressure, or a limp mode under load. A vacuum leak or a clogged reference line will fake a bad pressure sensor.
3 Power Steering Pressure Sensor parts for the 2021 Nissan Frontier come from 3 brands — DORMAN, LARES and REIN. 1 part fits every engine; the other 2 are engine-specific.
Listed part numbers: DORMAN 926455, LARES 456 and REIN ELP0280.
Power Steering Reservoir
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LARES Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | 20603 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Includes Reservoir Cap | View on Amazon |
| SKP Fits: 3.8L V6 | SK603825 | 🇺🇸 US | View on Amazon | |
| TECHPRO Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | NI4542102 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Includes Reservoir Cap | View on Amazon |
| TERREPOWER Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | 9930073 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Remote Reservoir | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Power Steering reservoirs.
4 Power Steering Reservoir parts for the 2021 Nissan Frontier come from 4 brands — LARES, SKP, TECHPRO and 1 other brand. 3 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.
Listed part numbers: LARES 20603, SKP SK603825 and TECHPRO NI4542102, plus the other parts above.
Rack and Pinion
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MAVAL Fits: 3.8L V6 | 93470M | 🇺🇸 US | Remanufactured Rack and Pinion Assembly | 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.
This group shows a single part: MAVAL 93470M.
Rack and Pinion Bellow
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BECK/ARNLEY Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | 1033069 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | View on Amazon |
This table covers the rubber boots that seal the inner tie-rod joints on the rack.
One part is listed for the 2021 Nissan Frontier — BECK/ARNLEY 1033069.
Steering Shaft
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DORMAN Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | 425617 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Lower | View on Amazon |
| LARES Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | 681 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Lower | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Steering shafts.
2 Steering Shaft parts for the 2021 Nissan Frontier come from 2 brands — DORMAN and LARES. Every part fits all 3 engine options (2.5L L4, 2.5L L4 DIESEL Turbocharged and 3.8L V6).
Listed part numbers: DORMAN 425617 and LARES 681.
Steering Wheel Position Sensor
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACKOJA Fits: 3.8L V6 | A38720001 | 🇺🇸 US | Angle Sensor | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | SWS136 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Angle SensorColor/Finish: Black | View on Amazon |
| STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | SWS26 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Angle SensorColor/Finish: Black, White | View on Amazon |
| WELLS Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | 5S15615 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Angle Sensor | View on Amazon |
This table covers the Steering Wheel position sensors. Typical signs include a stall, a no-start, or a code for cam or crank correlation. Check the connector and the reluctor gap before replacing the sensor.
4 Steering Wheel Position Sensor parts for the 2021 Nissan Frontier come from 3 brands — STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS, ACKOJA and WELLS. 3 parts fit every engine; the other 1 is engine-specific.
Listed part numbers: ACKOJA A38720001, STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SWS136 and STANDARD MOTOR PRODUCTS SWS26, plus the other parts above.
Tie Rod End
Daily Driver
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEVOTECH Popular Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | MS306102 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Supreme | View on Amazon |
| SUSPENSIA Popular Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | X36TE0460 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Front Left Outerwithout Grease Fitting | View on Amazon |
| SUSPENSIA Popular Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | X36TE0461 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right Outerwithout Grease Fitting | View on Amazon |
| 555 Fits: 3.8L V6 | SRN250WH | 🇺🇸 US | Sankei 555 | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | MS306103 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Supreme | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | MS30758 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Supreme | View on Amazon |
| MOOG Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | ES801724 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Front Right Outer | View on Amazon |
| MOOG Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | ES801725 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Front Left Outer | View on Amazon |
Economy
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BECK/ARNLEY Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | 1018664 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| DORMAN Fits: 3.8L V6 | 545036 | 🇺🇸 US | Front Inner | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | GS306102 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Original Grade | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | GS306103 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Original Grade | View on Amazon |
| MEVOTECH Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | GS30758 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Original Grade | View on Amazon |
| Brand | Part Number | Markets | Notes | Buy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOOG Fits: all 2021 Frontier engines | EV801770 | 🇺🇸 US 🇲🇽 MX | Front Inner | 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.
14 Tie Rod End parts are listed for the 2021 Nissan Frontier, from MEVOTECH, MOOG, SUSPENSIA and 3 other brands. MEVOTECH MS306102 carries the "Popular" badge. 12 parts fit every engine; the other 2 are engine-specific.
The Daily Driver section lists 8 options from MEVOTECH, SUSPENSIA, MOOG and 1 other brand — grouped for everyday commuting duty. MEVOTECH MS306102 is listed in this group.
In the Economy grade, MEVOTECH, BECK/ARNLEY and DORMAN supply 5 parts: the catalog's value-priced group. A representative part number is BECK/ARNLEY 1018664.
1 ungrouped part is not assigned to a grade, with the same engine-level match.
Buying Steering Parts for a 2021 Nissan Frontier
On this vehicle, the steering system connects driver to road through the rack, pump, tie rods, and column components.
- Match the engine first. Some steering parts fit every engine; others are 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 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 Fluid .
Frequently Asked Questions
How many steering parts fit the 2021 Nissan Frontier?
Our catalog currently lists 42 steering parts for the 2021 Nissan Frontier across 9 subcategories and 20 brands, covering all 3 engine options (2.5L L4, 2.5L L4 DIESEL Turbocharged and 3.8L V6). Each part is matched to the engine(s) it fits.
Do steering parts differ between 2021 Nissan Frontier engines?
Some do. 28 parts fit every engine; the other 14 are engine-specific. Each row (and the filter at the top) shows which. 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 steering problems on a 2021 Nissan Frontier?
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 2021 Nissan Frontier 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 2021 Nissan Frontier?
First match the engine — each row shows which engine(s) the part fits. 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.
Other Parts for the 2021 Nissan Frontier
Steering Parts for Other Nissan Frontier Years
Switch vehicle or jump to a subcategory
Manufacturer names, model designations and part numbers are used for identification and fitment reference only. AutoFactsDB is an independent catalog and is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or sponsored by any vehicle manufacturer displayed on this page.