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Nissan

Patrol

Y62· 2012-2024 suv-4wd Value

Top issues

7 known problems
medium
Fuel quality sensitivity / catalyst damage
Any · ~$1500-4000 (cats)
medium
HBMC hydraulic system leaks
From 100k+ km · ~$500-2500
medium
Timing chain noise (early build years)
From 100k+ km · ~$2000-5000
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Recalls

1 on record
REC-001637 2021-08-02
Defect: The fuel pump module may not have been manufactured properly and could bind internally.
Hazard: This could restrict or stop fuel getting to the engine, causing the engine to stall during driving and the vehicle to be unable to restart, increasing the risk of a collision.
Remedy: Contact your nearest Nissan dealer for inspection and repair, free of charge.
Affected: 1,158 units, Patrol 2019-2020 (campaign R21A2)
Official notice: www.vehiclerecalls.gov.au · details checked 2026-09-29

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After: Patrol Y63 (2024-)
Price (AUD)
$30k-$95k
Body styles
5-door wagon
Drivetrain
Full-time 4WD (ALL-MODE, lockable rear diff)
Origin
Japan
Built in
Japan

Overview

Sold as Ti and Ti-L, the Y62 is a luxury full-size 4WD wagon and a complete departure from the agricultural Y61 it sold alongside. Australia got only the 5.6L VK56VD petrol V8 - 298kW/560Nm, 90% of torque from 1600rpm - paired with a 7-speed auto and full-time ALL-MODE 4WD with a lockable rear diff. Higher grades use HBMC (Hydraulic Body Motion Control) instead of anti-roll bars for a remarkable on/off-road ride. Enormously capable and superb value used; the catch is no factory diesel and a serious appetite for premium fuel.

Engines & variants

5.6L VK56VD V8 petrol

Engine
5.6L DOHC V8 with direct + port injection (VVEL)
Engine code
VK56VD
Config
V8 NA
Displacement
5552cc
Power
298kW @ 5800rpm
Torque
560Nm @ 4000rpm
Drivetrain
Full-time 4WD (ALL-MODE, lockable rear diff)
0–100
~6.8s
Economy
14.5 L/100km claimed (16-22 real world)
Tow (braked)
3500kg
Tow (unbraked)
750kg
Transmission
7AT
Timing chain / belt / gear
Chain-driven

Pros

  • Huge, effortless V8 - genuinely quick for the size
  • Full-time 4WD with lockable rear diff, very capable
  • HBMC gives excellent ride on and off road
  • Tremendous value used vs price-when-new

Cons

  • Requires 95-98 premium - and drinks it (16-22 L/100km real)
  • No factory diesel option in Australia
  • Sensitive to fuel quality - bad fuel can damage catalysts
  • Heavy on brakes and tyres

Known problems

medium
Fuel quality sensitivity / catalyst damage
The VK56 needs 95-98 octane; poor or incorrect fuel can cause running issues and, over time, damage the catalytic converters.
Fix: Only use quality 95-98 fuel; address misfires/running issues promptly before cats are harmed.
Any · ~$1500-4000 (cats)
medium
HBMC hydraulic system leaks
The Hydraulic Body Motion Control system (higher grades) can develop leaks at its rams/lines, degrading roll control and ride.
Fix: Inspect and reseal/replace leaking HBMC components; check pre-purchase on Ti-L.
From 100k+ km · ~$500-2500
medium
Timing chain noise (early build years)
Some earlier-year V8s have reported timing chain/tensioner noise that, if ignored, risks engine damage.
Fix: Investigate any cold-start chain rattle early; tensioner/chain service if confirmed.
From 100k+ km · ~$2000-5000
low
Traction control / wheel-speed sensor faults (2013-2015)
Early cars can throw traction-control/ABS faults from a failing wheel-speed sensor or control module.
Fix: Diagnose and replace the faulty sensor; software updates where applicable.
Any · ~$200-600

Common problems (all variants)

low
Brake and tyre wear (heavy vehicle)
At ~2900kg the Y62 wears brakes and tyres quickly, more so towing or in the city.
Fix: Quality pads/rotors; rotate tyres; towing-spec pads if towing.
From 40k+ km · ~$400-1200
low
Differential / driveline wear (heavy towing/off-road)
Frequent heavy towing or off-road use can wear diffs and driveline components.
Fix: Regular diff oil changes; inspect driveline on hard-worked examples.
From 120k+ km · ~$500-2000
low
Infotainment / electronics age
Early infotainment and electronic modules feel dated and can develop glitches.
Fix: Software updates; module repair/replacement as needed.
Any · ~$200-800
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