RCI Offroad Skid Plate Package For 2005+ Frontier
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Choose between 3/16" laser-cut steel for ultimate impact resistance or 1/4" aluminum for a lightweight, 100% rust-proof alternative.
A complete three-piece system providing "nose-to-tail" protection for your Frontier’s engine, transmission, and transfer case.
Features integrated oil drain holes, allowing you to perform routine maintenance and oil changes without ever removing the plates.
Innovative recessed rings surround all exposed hardware, shielding bolt heads from being sheared off or mangled by rocks and obstacles.
Maximum Underbody Defense. Direct Bolt-On. American Made Trail Armor.
Ultimate Underbody Defense for Your FrontierThe RCI Offroad Skid Plate Package is the definitive solution for protecting the vulnerable undercarriage of your 2005-Present Nissan Frontier. Whether you are navigating technical rock gardens or high-speed desert trails, this three-piece system provides a "wall of armor" for your investment.
Custom-fit and precision-engineered in the USA, this package replaces weak factory "splash guards" with heavy-duty protection for your engine, transmission, and transfer case. Designed for those who refuse to let a jagged rock end their adventure.
The Problem & The Solution:The Pain: Factory Nissan skid plates are often thin, lightweight, and leave critical components like the oil pan and transmission case exposed to terminal damage.
The RCI Solution: We provide a 100% Bolt-On system with built-in Bolt Protector Rings and easy-access Oil Drain Holes, ensuring protection never compromises maintenance.
Key Features: The RCI Advantage
Includes three heavy-duty plates covering the engine, transmission, and transfer case, protecting the oil pan and front differential.
Direct bolt-on addition to existing factory attachment points. No drilling, cutting, or permanent vehicle modification required.
Integrated oil drain holes allow you to change your oil and filter without ever removing the skid plates.
Recessed hardware prevents bolt heads from being sheared off or rounded over when sliding across rocks.
Features reinforced edges and a custom steel crossmember for the transfer case to ensure maximum strength under impact.
The flat, smooth design allows your Frontier to glide over obstacles rather than getting hung up on chassis components.
Choose between rust-resistant black powder-coated steel or lightweight 5052 aluminum for the ultimate corrosion resistance.
Laser-cut and CNC-bent in Colorado, USA, ensuring a precision fit and finish every time.
Precision Engineered ArmorWe don't believe in "one size fits all." This package is verified to fit 4x4 models from 2005 to the present. Every plate is engineered to optimize ground clearance while providing a robust shield against trail hazards.
160 lbs Steel Package 79 lbs Aluminum Package 3/16" Steel Thickness 1/4" Aluminum Thickness
"The fitment on my 2022 Frontier was perfect. I chose the aluminum set to save weight, and it's already saved my transmission from a nasty rock on a Colorado pass. The bolt protector rings are a genius touch—I've had other plates where the bolts were so mangled I had to drill them out. Not here!"
- Mark S., 3rd Gen Frontier Owner*Estimates based on average dealership repair costs. Towing and recovery fees not included.
| Feature | RCI Offroad Skids | Factory OEM Skids |
|---|---|---|
| Material | ✓ 3/16" Steel / 1/4" Aluminum | ✗ Thin Stamped Metal or Plastic |
| Hardware Protection | ✓ Integrated Bolt Protector Rings | ✗ Exposed Bolt Heads |
| Maintenance | ✓ Built-in Oil Drain Access | ✗ Requires Plate Removal |
| Coverage | ✓ Full Undercarriage Protection | ✗ Partial/Splash Guard Only |
| Origin | ✓ Made in USA | Varies |
Custom-fit for the second and third-generation Frontier platforms. Fits the following:
2nd Gen Frontier (2005-2021) - 4x4 Models 3rd Gen Frontier (2022-Present) - 4x4 ModelsNote: Verified fitment for 4-door Crew Cab models. Fitment on King Cab models has not been officially confirmed by RCI. Designed to work with stock height and most aftermarket suspension lifts.
CA Residents: ⚠️ WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
Steel is the strongest and most affordable option, best for heavy rock crawling where you expect to slide on the plates frequently. Aluminum is 50% lighter and naturally rust-resistant, making it ideal for daily drivers, overlanders, or those in salt-belt states who want to maintain fuel economy and prevent corrosion.
No. RCI designs their engine skid plates with integrated access holes. This allows you to drain the oil and replace the filter without the heavy lifting involved in removing the plates.
Most owners report an installation time of 1-2 hours with basic hand tools. Since the package utilizes factory mounting points, there is no drilling required, making it a very straightforward DIY project.
The RCI design is extremely low-profile. While any skid plate occupies space, these are engineered to tuck as tight as possible to the chassis, often providing a smoother surface that prevents you from getting "high-centered" compared to the jagged factory components.
This package is specifically verified for 4x4 models. While some plates may bolt up to a 2WD frame, the transmission and transfer case components differ, so fitment is not guaranteed on RWD-only Frontiers.
California Residents
Prop 65 Warning- Product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov
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The regulation requires the State of California to revise and republish yearly a list of chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer or birth defects or other reproductive harm. The current list contains over 900 naturally occurring and synthetic chemicals. This regulation also requires manufacturers to place warnings on products that contain any of the chemicals listed by the State of California. No other states require warnings of this nature, and products with Prop 65 warning language are legal to sell in all states. Detailed information regarding requirements for compliance to the California Prop. 65 is can be found at: www.P65Warning.ca.gov
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Fit and install as advertised
Nice product. Wish the step was flatter. On the large end I drilled and taped two more holes on the outside edge to pull it down better. After that I’m very happy with them.
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