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2012 Nissan GT-R

Factory specifications, fluid capacities, torque values, EPA fuel economy and the federal safety record for the 2012 GT-R.

Body PASSENGER CARTransmission Automatic (AM6)

The 2012 Nissan GT‑R is a passenger‑car platform equipped with a 5.3‑quart oil system using 0W‑40 viscosity and paired with an AM6 automatic transmission; its EPA fuel‑economy rating reads 16 city, 23 highway, 19 combined mpg. The model’s complaint history across 2009‑2013 shows a peak of 19 reported issues in 2009 and a low of just one in 2011, positioning the 2012 year near the lower end of that spectrum. Consequently, the 2012 GT‑R represents a comparatively reliable iteration within the model’s recent production run.

Model year202420232022202120202019201820172012

Quick specs

Fluid capacities, tune-up values and fuel economy at a glance.

Engine oil capacity5.3 qtOEM · verified
Engine oil type0W-40OEM · verified
Lug nut torque97 ft-lbsOEM · verified
EPA fuel economy16/23/19 mpgEPA · verified

Fitment & sizes

Replacement part sizes and factory part numbers — battery, bulbs, filters and belts.

From the factory this vehicle uses a BCI 51R · 410 CCA battery, OE oil filter 152089E01A. Note the factory front wiper blades is now discontinued — plan on a superseded or quality aftermarket equivalent, which the part pages below list where known. Each part links to every other vehicle that shares it, so a part you already stock may fit more of your fleet than you'd expect.

Battery groupBCI 51R · 410 CCAOEM · verified

OE service part numbers OEM · verified

Engine oil filter152089E01A
Engine air filter16546JF00A
Spark plug22401JF01D
Battery24410JF00A
Front wiper blades28890JF30A discontinued · alt 28890JF31A
Serpentine belt11720JF00A
Thermostat1305031U00 alt 21200KB50A
Cabin air filter27277VX01A

Full specifications

Engine, drivetrain, dimensions and economy.

Engine & drivetrain NHTSA vPIC

TransmissionAutomatic (AM6)

Dimensions & weight NHTSA vPIC

Overall length183.5 in
Overall width74.8 in
Overall height53.9 in
Wheelbase109.4 in
Curb weight3836 lb
Track (front / rear)62.2 / 63 in
Weight distribution (front / rear)53/47

Ratings & economy EPA / vPIC

EPA city / highway / combined16 / 23 / 19 mpg
DrivetrainAll-Wheel Drive
Recommended fuelPremium Gasoline

Performance & power Independent road tests

0–60 mph, quarter-mile, horsepower and torque from independent road tests.

Independent road tests for the GT-R of this era, listed by trim and engine — this page spans more than one engine, so no single horsepower figure is shown.

2.9–3.5 sec0–60 mph (tested)quickest 2.90 sec — 2012 Premium Coupe
YearTrim / engine0–60¼ mileHPDrivetrain
2012Premium Coupe 3.8L Twin-Turbo V62.90 sec11.20 sec530 hpAWD
2012Premium Coupe 3.8L Twin-Turbo V62.90 sec11.20 sec530 hpAWD
2012Premium Coupe 3.8L Twin-Turbo V62.90 sec11.20 sec530 hpAWD
2012Premium Coupe 3.8L Twin-Turbo V62.90 sec11.20 sec530 hpAWD
2012Premium Coupe 3.8L Twin-Turbo V63.50 sec11.90 sec530 hpAWD
2011Premium Coupe 3.8L Twin-Turbo V63.30 sec11.60 sec530 hpAWD
2011Premium Coupe 3.8L Twin-Turbo V63.50 sec11.80 sec530 hpAWD
2013Black Edition Coupe 3.8L Twin-Turbo V62.80 sec11.10 sec545 hpAWD

Service quick specs OEM factory data

Capacities, torques and tune-up values from the factory service manual.

This engine holds 5.3 qt of 0W-40 engine oil, 75W-140 in the differential. Torque lug nuts to 97 ft-lbs, the oil drain plug to 25.0 ft-lbs. The firing order is 1-2-3-4-5-6. Note the cylinder-head bolts finish on a torque angle (torque-to-yield) — they stretch permanently and should be replaced, not reused, during any head service.

Lubricants & capacities

Differential Gear Oil75W-140
Differential Gear Oil Capacity1.4 Pints
Engine OilSYNTHETIC · 0W-40
Engine Oil Capacity5.3 qt
Power Steering FluidATF

Engine torques

Intake Manifold to Engine BoltsLower: 20 ft-lbs, upper; 9 ft-lbs
Exhaust Manifold to Cylinder Head Bolts22 ft-lbs
Engine Oil Pan Drain Plug25.0 ft-lbs

Chassis torques

Lug Nuts97 ft-lbs
Front Wheel Hub166 ft-lbs
Rear Wheel Hub166 ft-lbs

Ignition

Cylinder Firing Order1-2-3-4-5-6
Ignition Coil Primary ResistanceExcept 0 or Between terminals 1 and 2 ohms
Ignition Coil Secondary ResistanceExcept 0 Between terminals 1 and 3

Battery & A/C

Standard BCI Group Number51R
Standard BCI Cranking Performance410 cca

Service checks

Radiator Cap Pressure ReliefRadiator leak pressure testing, 5 psi.
Injector Primary Resistance11.1-14.5 ohms
Engine Compression116-141 psi. 14.5 maximum variation psi.
Engine Oil Pressure35 psi
Engine Oil Pressure RPM1000 rpm
Intake Valve Lash0.012-0.016 in
Exhaust Valve Lash0.012-0.017 in

Brakes

Torque Caliper to Bracket22 ft-lbs
Minimum Pad ThicknessFront: 0.177; Rear: 0.177 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness From1.181 in / 1.283 in
Rotor Nominal Thickness To1.181 in / 1.283 in
Rotor Minimum Machining1.102 in / 1.205 in

Multi-step torque procedures OEM · verified

Cylinder Head — tightening sequence 7 stages
130 ft. lbs.30 ft. lbs
265 degrees65 degrees
365 degrees65 degrees
4Completely loosen all cylinder head bolts
530 ft. lbs.30 ft. lbs
6135 degrees135 degrees
7135 degrees; Cylinder head bolts are tightened by plastic zone tightening method. Whenever the size difference between (A) and (B) exceeds the limit (limit=0.16mm), replace them with new one. Apply new engine oil to threads and seat surfaces of cylinder head bolts.135 degrees

Factory maintenance schedule OEM · verified

Normal service, condensed from the factory interval matrix.

Under the factory schedule, replace the engine oil and filter every 6,000 mi; spark plugs every 60,000 mi; coolant every 24,000 mi. The big-interval services (every 24,000 mi for coolant, and the transmission fluid) are the ones owners most often skip — on a lower-mileage example, assume the original fluids are still in it and check them first.

Every 6,000 miEngine Oil (drain & refill) · Engine Oil Filter (replace)
Every 12,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect) · Brake Line (inspect) · Brake Rotor (inspect) · CV Joint Boot (inspect) · Cabin Air Filter (replace) · Differential (inspect fluid level)
At 24,000 miAccessory Drive Belt (inspect)
Every 24,000 miEngine Coolant System (drain, flush & refill) · Exhaust System (Complete) (inspect) · Fuel Evaporative Emission Control System Lines (inspect) · Fuel Line (inspect) · Steering System (inspect) · Suspension Ball Joint (inspect)
Every 30,000 miEngine Air Filter Element (replace)
Every 36,000 miDrive Axle Assembly (drain & refill) · Transmission Assembly (drain & refill)
At 48,000 miIntake Manifold (inspect) · Suspension System (inspect alignment) · Transmission Assembly (inspect) · Underbody (inspect) · Wheel Hub Nut (torque)
Every 60,000 miSpark Plugs (replace)

Reliability & federal safety record

Owner-reported issues, recalls, investigations and service bulletins on record with NHTSA — an unfiltered look at what owners actually experience.

0
Open recalls
NHTSA campaigns
80
Service bulletins
Manufacturer communications
0
ODI investigations
Office of Defects Investigation
0
Owner complaints
0 involved a crash · 0 a fire
Owner complaints by model year NHTSA · this generation & adjacent

No owner complaints on record with NHTSA for this vehicle.

Recalls NHTSA · verified

No recall campaigns on record with NHTSA for this vehicle as of the last data refresh.

Technical service bulletins NHTSA · verified

Showing 5 of 80 bulletins on record with NHTSA.

BulletinDateComponentSummary
NTB09-131C2026-04-13StructureCERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision…
NTB09-131C2026-04-13StructureCERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision…
NTB13-107G2024-05-20Electrical SystemVEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been…
NTB13-027D2024-05-20Electrical SystemCAN COMMUNICATION – NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See…
NTB10-066C2024-05-20Electrical SystemCAN COMMUNICATION CODES – DIAGNOSTIC TIPS AND GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended…

Common OBD-II trouble codes

The most common OBD-II codes for this vehicle's emissions system. These are standardized SAE J2012 definitions, not vehicle-specific fault reports.

P0420
Catalyst system efficiency below threshold — Bank 1
P0300
Random / multiple cylinder misfire detected
P0171
System too lean — Bank 1
P0455
Evaporative emission system leak detected — large leak
P0128
Coolant thermostat below regulating temperature
P0442
Evaporative emission system leak detected — small leak

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Frequently asked

How much oil does the 2012 GT-R take?

5.3 qt of MOBIL 1 SYNTHETIC 0W-40 SM, per the factory manual.

Does the 2012 GT-R have open recalls?

NHTSA lists 0 recall campaign(s) for this model year. Check your specific vehicle by VIN.

What gas mileage does the GT-R get?

EPA figures are 16 city / 23 highway / 19 combined mpg.