Nissan Y63 Patrol and Other Global Nissan Models to Feature Certified Australian-Made Components

Nissan has announced that key components for the upcoming Y63 Patrol – and several other Nissan models – will be manufactured at the Nissan Casting Australia Plant in Dandenong South, Victoria.

Recently, the plant received official Australian Made certification, further validating its status and contribution to both local and international automotive industries.

For the Patrol specifically, the facility will produce the final drive differential housing used in all new Patrol models.

The Australian-made differential housings will be included in Patrol models destined for multiple international markets, such as North America, Canada, Egypt, Cambodia, regions of Africa, and the Middle East.

In addition to the Patrol, other Nissan models – including the all-new Leaf – will also receive parts from the company's Australian facility. This continues Nissan Australia's longstanding (and relatively unknown) contribution to the global manufacturing chain, reflecting the plant’s recognised expertise in automotive component manufacturing.

Located in Melbourne, Nissan Casting Australia has a history of supplying components for various models sold worldwide, including upcoming vehicles such as the all-new Leaf. The plant has been operational since 1982 and specialises in casting aluminium parts.

Nissan Australia's Managing Director, Adam Paterson, emphasised the significance of the local facility: "Our Nissan Casting Australia Plant continues to play a crucial role in Nissan's global operations, supplying critical components to numerous markets around the world.

"Receiving Australian Made certification is a testament to the plant’s high-quality standards and its important position within our global manufacturing network."

The Y63 Patrol was recently unveiled globally and features significant updates including advanced technology integration, enhanced interior comfort with premium materials, and upgraded safety systems.

Key technological advancements include improved infotainment systems, advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), and connectivity features aimed at improving driver and passenger experiences.

Australian customers will have access to the new Patrol in late 2026, with order books expected to open earlier in the year.

This Australian manufacturing milestone comes at a time when Nissan is undergoing significant global restructuring under its Re:Nissan recovery plan.

The plan, which targets 500 billion yen (AU$5.4 billion) in cost savings and aims for positive operating profitability by fiscal year 2026, will see Nissan reduce its workforce by 20,000 and cut its global plant count from 17 to 10 by 2027.

Notably, the Nissan Casting Australia Plant has not been earmarked for closure, underscoring its strategic value to Nissan’s global operations during a challenging period of transformation.