888 536 6628 
review my case
The owner alleged repeated defect and repair issues with a 2017 Nissan Frontier serviced in Atascadero. Service records reflect recurring overheating concerns and escalating engine-related recommendations. Protections apply statewide in California.
Free Case Review – See If Your Vehicle Qualifies
Repair History (from service records)
The visits below summarize what the records show (dates, mileage, complaint, diagnosis/repair, result).
| Date | Mileage | Dealership/Shop | Complaint | Diagnosis | Repair Performed | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017-10-30 | 13,977 | Continental Nissan Of San Juan Capistrano | Maintenance/Inspection (non-repair) | — | — | — |
| 2018-04-04 | 40,485 | Continental Nissan Of San Juan Capistrano | Maintenance/Inspection (non-repair) | — | Oil/filter service | — |
| 2018-04-16 | 41,096 | Continental Nissan Of San Juan Capistrano | Maintenance/Inspection (non-repair) | — | Oil/filter service | — |
| 2018-04-27 | 42,768 | Continental Nissan Of San Juan Capistrano | Overheating / cooling concern | Cooling-related issue noted | Replaced radiator cap | — |
| 2018-11-10 | 63,789 | Continental Nissan Of San Juan Capistrano | Maintenance/Inspection (non-repair) | — | Oil/filter service; inspections | — |
| 2019-01-08 | 72,249 | Continental Nissan Of San Juan Capistrano | Maintenance/Inspection (non-repair) | — | Oil/filter service; inspections | — |
| 2019-01-08 | 72,250 | Continental Nissan Of San Juan Capistrano | Maintenance/Inspection (non-repair) | — | Oil/filter service; inspections | — |
| 2020-01-15 | 52,439 | Continental Nissan Of San Juan Capistrano | Overheating | Head gasket failure; recommend engine replacement | Cooling system diagnosis | Engine replacement recommended |
| 2020-01-15 | 52,447 | Coast Nissan (San Luis Obispo) | Overheating; engine overheating | Head gasket failure; recommend engine replacement | Cooling system diagnosis | Engine replacement recommended |
Pattern Summary
- Multiple documented service interactions over time, including a prior overheating-related visit that resulted in a cooling-system component replacement.
- Later visits escalated to engine-level allegations, including head gasket failure language and an engine replacement recommendation.
- The alleged condition is the type of problem that can affect use, value, and safety—especially when overheating repeats or worsens.
- The history includes both routine maintenance entries and defect-related visits, supporting a timeline of ownership and service activity.
- The alleged concern appears to have progressed rather than resolved, based on later diagnostic wording and recommendations.
Recalls & Common Complaints (2017 Nissan Frontier)
Recall campaigns are often VIN-specific. If you’re seeing similar symptoms, a quick VIN recall check can confirm whether your Nissan Frontier is included.
- MIL / fuel-trim-related fault codes (TSB): NHTSA-published Nissan service guidance addresses some 2016–2017 Nissan Frontier vehicles with the check engine light (MIL) on and DTC P2097 and/or P2099 stored (post-catalyst fuel trim), including diagnostic direction and ECM reprogramming-related procedures.
- MIL / ECM backup-circuit code (TSB): NHTSA-published Nissan service guidance covers some 2015–2019 Nissan Frontier vehicles with the check engine light (MIL) on and DTC P0603 stored (ECM backup circuit), with diagnostic guidance aimed at addressing repeat warning-light concerns.
Why "engine overheating" allegations matter
Overheating can be more than an inconvenience—it may signal a condition that affects drivability, reliability, and long-term engine integrity. When overheating repeats or escalates into head gasket or engine-level concerns, it can materially impact safety and resale value. A documented pattern of visits and recommendations can also help show the issue was not isolated.
Settlement Outcome
Without admitting liability, the case ended in a California Lemon Law repurchase (buyback) with a total payment of $69,780 to resolve the dispute under California law.
Free Case Review – See If Your Vehicle Qualifies
California Lemon Law Rights
If a vehicle develops substantial defects covered by warranty and the problems persist after reasonable repair attempts, California’s Lemon Law may provide strong remedies. Depending on the facts, potential relief can include a buyback/repurchase, reimbursement of certain losses, and coverage of attorney’s fees under the statute. California Lemon Law help
California Lemon Law – Common Questions
How many repair attempts are “enough” in California?
There is no single magic number. Repeated attempts for the same substantial issue—or a problem serious enough to affect use, value, or safety—can qualify depending on timing and documentation.
Does it matter that repairs happened in Atascadero?
No. California Lemon Law protections apply statewide. Atascadero is simply the location tied to the service history reflected here.
What kinds of problems tend to qualify?
Issues that substantially impact use, value, or safety—especially repeat failures, major component concerns (engine/transmission), and conditions that worsen over time—are common qualifying patterns when supported by repair documentation.
What should I gather before contacting a California Lemon Law lawyer?
Repair orders/invoices, a service history printout, warranty paperwork (if available), and any settlement or buyback paperwork. If financing was involved, the retail installment sales contract can also matter.
Next Steps
If you’re dealing with repeated defects, safety concerns, or warranty runaround, the fastest next step is to have your repair history reviewed for a qualifying pattern under California law. In most cases, there are no attorney’s fees out-of-pocket if there is no recovery, and deadlines can apply.