Nissan Frontier Bolt Pattern, Wheel & Tire Sizes
TL;DR
6x139.7 on 1998-2004 D22 models, 6x114.3 on 2005-2021 D40 and 2022+ D23/D41 models (66.1mm centre bore on the newer trucks) - always confirm against your own door placard and wheel markings before buying wheels.
Bolt pattern changed with the 2005 redesign
The Nissan Frontier has been built in the US/Mexico market across three main generations, and the wheel bolt pattern changed exactly once. The original D22 generation (1998-2004) uses a 6x139.7mm (6x5.5 in) pattern shared with older Nissan/Infiniti trucks and SUVs of that era. Starting with the 2005 D40 redesign, Nissan switched to a 6x114.3mm (6x4.5 in) pattern, and that same pattern has carried through the current D23/D41 generation (2022-2026). This is corroborated across multiple wheel-fitment databases and aftermarket wheel-spacer listings.
Centre bore
On 2005-and-later Frontiers (D40 and D23/D41), hub-centric wheel spacers and fitment charts consistently list a 66.1mm centre bore. For the earlier D22 (1998-2004), sources disagree between roughly 100.5mm and 108mm depending on the listing, so treat that figure as an approximate range rather than an exact number - measure your own hub or check a wheel shop's fitment gauge before buying hub-centric wheels for a D22.
Stud/lug thread size
We could not corroborate an exact thread pitch (for example M12x1.25 vs M12x1.5) across independent sources for this model, so no number is given here. Check the lug nuts or wheel-shop fitment data for your specific truck, or read it directly off the stud with a thread gauge.
Stock wheel and tire sizes
| Generation / years | Bolt pattern | Centre bore | Stud thread | Stock wheel sizes | Common tire sizes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D22 (1998-2004) | 6x139.7 (6x5.5 in) | ~100.5-108 mm (sources vary) | Not verified - check your studs | 15-17 in (7Jx15 to 8Jx17) | 225/70R15, 265/70R15, 255/65R16, 265/65R17 |
| D40 (2005-2021) | 6x114.3 (6x4.5 in) | 66.1 mm | Not verified - check your studs | 15-18 in (6.5Jx15 to 7.5Jx18) | 235/75R15, 265/70R16, 265/60R18 |
| D23/D41 (2022-2026) | 6x114.3 (6x4.5 in) | 66.1 mm | Not verified - check your studs | 16-18 in (7Jx16 to 7.5Jx18) | 265/70R16, 265/75R16, 265/65R17, 265/60R18 |
Where to get the exact figures for your truck
Wheel specs can vary by trim, market and even mid-generation running changes. Before buying wheels or spacers, confirm your exact fitment from one of these sources on your own vehicle: the driver's door jamb placard, the owner's manual tire and loading section, the markings stamped into your current wheels and tires, or Nissan's official towing/wheel guide for your model year.
Summary
| D22 bolt pattern (1998-2004) | 6x139.7mm (6x5.5 in) |
|---|---|
| D40 bolt pattern (2005-2021) | 6x114.3mm (6x4.5 in) |
| D23/D41 bolt pattern (2022-2026) | 6x114.3mm (6x4.5 in) |
| Centre bore, D40 and D23/D41 | 66.1 mm |
| Centre bore, D22 | Approx. 100.5-108 mm (sources vary) |
| Stud thread size | Not verified - check your vehicle |
| Common stock tire sizes | 225/70R15 up to 265/60R18 depending on generation/trim |
Full diagnostics
For the complete step-by-step diagnostic and repair guide, see Nissan Frontier: Common Problems, Fault Codes & Repairs.
Frequently asked questions
Did the Nissan Frontier bolt pattern ever change?
Yes, once. The original D22 generation (1998-2004) uses 6x139.7mm (6x5.5 in). Every Frontier from the 2005 D40 redesign onward, including the current D23/D41 (2022-2026), uses 6x114.3mm (6x4.5 in). Confirm on your own truck before buying wheels, since older trucks may have had wheel swaps.
What is the centre bore on a 2022 or newer Nissan Frontier?
Hub-centric fitment charts and wheel-spacer listings consistently show 66.1mm for 2005-and-later Frontiers, which includes the current D23/D41 generation. This figure is well corroborated across independent sources.
Can I put 2005+ Frontier wheels on a 1998-2004 Frontier?
No. The 1998-2004 D22 uses a 6x139.7mm bolt pattern while 2005-and-later trucks use 6x114.3mm - these are different bolt circles and wheels are not interchangeable between the two without an adapter, which is not recommended for a daily-driven truck.
Where can I find the exact lug nut thread size for my Frontier?
We were not able to corroborate a single reliable thread-pitch figure across independent sources for this model, so no number is stated here. Check the lug studs with a thread gauge at a tire shop, or ask a Nissan parts counter for your specific VIN/model year.