Oil Crunch Forces Nissan to Gate Oil Supply and Pick Winners at The Dealerships
Nissan is reportedly rationing its Nissan-specific 5W-30 and 0W-20 synthetic oils, slashing dealership supplies to about 70% and 55% of last year’s levels, and instructing dealers to prioritize warranty, recall, and prepaid maintenance uses. Toyota faces similar substitution guidance, as base-oil shortages threaten broader supply chains; industry groups warn Gulf-region Group III base oils could run dry by June and the shortage could persist into 2027, risking new-vehicle production.
