Victor Reinz 71-53381-00 Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set

Exhaust Manifold Gasket Set for Nissan and Suzuki

Victor Reinz 71-53381-00 is an exhaust manifold gasket set built for high-temperature sealing at the manifold-to-cylinder head interface. It is engineered to meet OE specifications across a wide range of applications, including Nissan Frontier, Nissan X-Trail, Nissan Altima, Nissan Sentra, and Suzuki Equator fitments.

Key Features

• Material: fiber and metal for exhaust sealing performance
• One-piece configuration for direct replacement use
• 8 bolt hole design
• Color may vary
• OE-spec exhaust manifold gasket construction from Victor Reinz
• Part number: 71-53381-00

Detailed Description

Victor Reinz 71-53381-00 exhaust manifold gasket set is designed for vehicles that operate under sustained exhaust heat and thermal cycling. The fiber-and-metal construction supports a reliable seal at the exhaust manifold, helping maintain proper exhaust flow and reduce leakage at the cylinder head connection. This part number is listed for multiple Nissan and Suzuki applications, including 2005-2019 Nissan Frontier, 2002-2006 Nissan Altima, 2002-2006 Nissan Sentra, 2002-2004 and 2005-2013 Nissan X-Trail, and 2009-2012 Suzuki Equator. If you are searching for an exhaust manifold gasket set for Nissan Frontier 2005-2019 or a replacement exhaust manifold gasket for Nissan X-Trail 2007-2013, 71-53381-00 is a direct-fit reference to verify against your vehicle.

This part cross-references MAHLE MS19291 for the same application.

What It Helps Address

• Exhaust leaks at the manifold-to-head sealing surface
• Noise from a leaking exhaust manifold gasket
• Loss of exhaust sealing after heat cycling
• Replacement needs for OE-style manifold gasket service
• Fitment matching for Nissan Frontier, Altima, Sentra, X-Trail, and Suzuki Equator applications

Installation Notes and Tips

Confirm the manifold flange, cylinder head surface, and bolt-hole alignment before installation. Use the vehicle’s exact engine and OE reference to verify fitment, especially on Nissan X-Trail models that list OE part number 14036-6N200. Follow factory torque specifications and tightening sequence during installation to support an even seal.

Quality Assurance

Victor Reinz has a long history of supplying exhaust manifold gaskets to original equipment vehicle manufacturers, and this part is built to OE specifications for a broad range of applications. The design reflects the demands of high exhaust temperatures found in modern engines and older performance-era platforms alike.