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Nissan Frontier recalls, complaints and VIN decoding

NHTSA lists 39 recall campaigns and 3,354 owner complaints for the Nissan Frontier, covering model years 1998 to 2026. The 2006 model year drew the most complaints (617), and Power Train is the component owners name most often.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint flat files, updated September 25, 2026.

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  • 39 recall campaigns on file
  • 3,354 owner complaints (unverified reports to NHTSA)
  • 29 model years with data (1998–2026)
  • most complaints: 2006 (617 for that model year)
  • top component: Power Train (991 complaints)
  • latest recall 26V023000 (reported Jan 20, 2026)
  • 157 complaints reporting a crash (4.7%)
  • 46 complaints reporting a fire (1.4%)
  • 95 complaints reporting an injury (2.8%)
  • 6 complaints reporting a death (0.2%)

Nissan Frontier complaints by model year

29 model years · NHTSA complaints

The 2006 model year has the most complaints: 617 of 3,354, or 18.4%. Next come 2005 (532) and 2007 (520). The fewest are for 2026, with 8 complaints.

Owner complaints per model yearHighest yearOther years
Nissan Frontier owner complaints to NHTSA by model year, 1998–2026Column chart of 3,354 complaints across 29 model years. The highest is 2006 with 617. The full figures are in the table below the chart.1998: 129 complaints12919981999: 78 complaints7819992000: 189 complaints18920002001: 134 complaints13420012002: 124 complaints12420022003: 77 complaints7720032004: 66 complaints6620042005: 532 complaints53220052006: 617 complaints61720062007: 520 complaints52020072008: 136 complaints13620082009: 37 complaints3720092010: 59 complaints5920102011: 64 complaints6420112012: 78 complaints7820122013: 48 complaints4820132014: 42 complaints4220142015: 33 complaints3320152016: 43 complaints4320162017: 38 complaints3820172018: 25 complaints2520182019: 28 complaints2820192020: 23 complaints2320202021: 19 complaints1920212022: 111 complaints11120222023: 66 complaints6620232024: 22 complaints2220242025: 8 complaints820252026: 8 complaints82026
Show the figures for all 29 model years
Nissan Frontier complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Nissan Frontier complaints by model year, with complaints reporting a crash, fire, injury or death
Model yearComplaintsReporting a crashReporting a fireReporting an injuryReporting a death
199812912070
1999789060
200018917460
200113411882
200212412280
2003779251
2004668350
20055329891
2006617132101
20075206030
20081362230
2009371100
2010593020
2011644120
2012784050
2013485120
2014423130
2015332120
2016433110
2017384111
2018250000
2019281110
2020233010
2021191000
202211111330
2023664320
2024220100
202580000
202680000
All model years3,35415746956

Crash, fire, injury and death columns count complaints that report at least one of them, not people.

Most-reported Nissan Frontier components

top 15 · NHTSA categories

Power Train is the component named most often, in 991 complaints (29.5% of all 3,354), followed by Fuel System, Gasoline (505) and Engine (348).

Components named most often in Nissan Frontier complaints (top 15)
Components named most often in Nissan Frontier complaints (top 15)
ComponentComplaintsShare of complaints
Power Train99129.5%
Fuel System, Gasoline50515.1%
Engine34810.4%
Engine and Engine Cooling3259.7%
Electrical System3099.2%
Air Bags2998.9%
Fuel/Propulsion System2427.2%
Unknown or Other1765.2%
Vehicle Speed Control1263.8%
Structure1223.6%
Suspension1193.5%
Tires1163.5%
Steering1113.3%
Service Brakes, Hydraulic1053.1%
Service Brakes993.0%

One complaint can name several components, so the shares add up to more than 100%. Component names are NHTSA’s top-level categories.

What NHTSA owner complaints mean

These figures count complaints that vehicle owners and other members of the public have submitted to NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation. NHTSA uses complaints, together with other data, to spot safety issues that may warrant an investigation and to check whether existing recalls go far enough.

  • They are reports, not findings. Each complaint is the submitter's own account. Its presence in the database does not mean NHTSA has confirmed a defect.
  • Counts are not defect rates. The data doesn't say how many vehicles were sold, so a raw count can't tell you what share of vehicles had a problem.
  • Popular models collect more complaints. A model sold in large numbers will usually gather more complaints than a rare one, simply because more people own it.
  • One complaint can name several components. Totals by component can therefore add up to more than the number of complaints.
  • Coverage starts in 1995. NHTSA's complaint file contains complaints received since January 1, 1995.

Use complaint patterns as a prompt for questions: whether a recall covers the issue, whether the vehicle you are considering has had the fix, and what a mechanic finds on inspection. For confirmed safety defects, see the recall list for this model.

Nissan Frontier recalls

39 campaigns · newest first

Every vehicle recall campaign NHTSA lists under the model name Frontier, newest first. The 39 campaigns cover model years 1998 to 2026. The 2022 model year appears in the most campaigns (6).

  • 39 recall campaigns
  • 2 over-the-air remedies
Nissan Frontier recall campaigns covering each model year
DecadeYears ending in 0Years ending in 1Years ending in 2Years ending in 3Years ending in 4Years ending in 5Years ending in 6Years ending in 7Years ending in 8Years ending in 9
1998: 2 campaigns1999: 2 campaigns
2000: 3 campaigns2001: 3 campaigns2002: 4 campaigns2003: 4 campaigns2004: 1 campaign2005: 3 campaigns2006: 4 campaigns2007: 1 campaign2008: 5 campaigns2009: 3 campaigns
2010: 4 campaigns2011: 1 campaign2012: 3 campaigns2013: 1 campaign2014: 2 campaigns2015: no campaigns2016: 1 campaign2017: 1 campaign2018: 2 campaigns2019: 1 campaign
2020: 2 campaigns2021: 2 campaigns2022: 6 campaigns2023: 1 campaign2024: 3 campaigns2025: 3 campaigns2026: 1 campaign
Highlighted: the model year with the most campaigns.

  1. NHTSA campaign 26V023000

    Reported

    Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Latch

    Model years 2025–2026

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Altima, Sentra, 2025-2026 Frontier, and 2026 Kicks vehicles. The door strikers may have been improperly welded and break, allowing the door to open while moving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

    Consequence:
    A door that opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of injury or a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the door strikers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD185 and PMA61. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 28, 2026.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  2. NHTSA campaign 25V508000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Engine Control Module (ECU/ECM) › Software; Exterior Lighting › Lighting Control Module › Software

    Model year 2025

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Nissan Frontier vehicles. Due to a software logic error, the daytime running lights may dim unexpectedly when the idle start-stop feature cycles the engine from off to on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    Consequence:
    Daytime running lights that dim unexpectedly may cause confusion to other vehicles or pedestrians, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will update the engine control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's number for this recall is R25C3.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  3. NHTSA campaign 25V324000

    Reported

    Back Over Prevention › Software

    Model year 2025

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Frontier and Kicks vehicles. The center information display unit may display a blank screen when shifted into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Consequence:
    A rearview image that does not display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will update the software on the vehicle’s center information display, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 10, 2025. The manufacturer numbers for this recall are PD152 and PMA48.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  4. NHTSA campaign 24V582000

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting › Headlights

    Model year 2024

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Nissan Frontier vehicles. The right-side headlight assemblies may have missing or illegible headlight aim markings, which can result in improperly aimed headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

    Consequence:
    Improperly aimed headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect and replace the right-side headlight as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 20, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PD121.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  5. NHTSA campaign 24V479000

    Reported

    Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Ball Joint; Steering › Linkages

    Model year 2024

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Frontier vehicles. The front right-side lower link may have been manufactured with an oversized ball joint, which can result in corrosion and ball joint separation from the front right-side lower link.

    Consequence:
    Ball joint separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the front right-side lower link, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PD109.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  6. NHTSA campaign 24V154000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal › Driver Side › Inflator Module

    Model year 2024

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sentra, Versa, Kicks, Infiniti QX50, and 2023 Rogue vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.

    Consequence:
    An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD103, PD104, and PMA34.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  7. NHTSA campaign 23V273000

    Reported

    Tires › Bead

    Model year 2023

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Titan and Frontier vehicles. The tires may have a tear in the inner bead which can cause a rapid loss of tire pressure.

    Consequence:
    A rapid loss of tire pressure while driving can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace all four road tires, or inspect and replace the spare tire assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 10, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC973 and PC974.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  8. NHTSA campaign 23V067000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal

    Model years 2008–2011

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2008-2011 Titan, Frontier, Xterra, Pathfinder, Armada, and 2008-2009 Quest vehicles. The resin emblem on the driver's air bag cover may develop cracks and detach during air bag deployment.

    Consequence:
    A detached emblem can become a projectile during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the driver’s airbag cover. Owner letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are PC944, PC945, and PC946.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  9. NHTSA campaign 22V772000

    Reported

    Back Over Prevention › Display Function

    Model year 2022 · Over-the-air fix

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Titan, Titan XD, Frontier, and 2021-2022 Rogue vehicles. The in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system may continuously reboot when the vehicle is restarted, which can result in an inoperative rearview display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Consequence:
    An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    The IVI software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R22B8, R22C1, and PC923/25.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  10. NHTSA campaign 22V671000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission

    Model years 2020–2022

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Titan, 2020-2022 Frontier, and 2023 Z vehicles. The transmission parking pawl may not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.

    Consequence:
    A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will perform the applicable repairs below, free of charge: • Model Year 2020-2022 Frontier vehicles: reprogram Transmission Control Module (TCM) • Model Year 2020-2022 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM and Engine Control Module (ECM) • Model Year 2023 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM • Model Year 2023 Z vehicles: reprogram TCM. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

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  1. NHTSA campaign 22V527000

    Reported

    Equipment › Electrical › Infotainment › Software; Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera

    Model year 2022 · Over-the-air fix

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rogue, 2022 Frontier, Pathfinder, and Titan rental vehicles. When the Sirius XM subscription is set to "Not Subscribed," it may cause the infotainment head unit to reboot, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Consequence:
    An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    The Infotainment system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22A5 PC901 PC902.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  2. NHTSA campaign 22V457000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission

    Model years 2020–2022

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Frontier and Titan vehicles. The transmission parking pawl may not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.

    Consequence:
    A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will replace the transmission parking pawl pin, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22A2 R22A3.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  3. NHTSA campaign 21V958000

    Reported

    Seat Belts › Critical Fasteners

    Model year 2022

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Frontier vehicles. The seat belt bracket mounting bolts on the left-rear seat may have been incorrectly tightened. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 207, "Seating Systems," 209, "Seatbelt Assemblies," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

    Consequence:
    During a crash, a loose seat belt bracket may break, causing a loss of seat belt restraint and increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the bolts on the left-rear seat and repair any damaged threads as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were January 27, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC856.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  4. NHTSA campaign 21V917000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage; Trailer Hitches

    Model year 2022

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Frontier Crew Cab Long Bed trucks. The tow hitch was not installed, compromising the structural integrity of the fuel tank in the event of a rear crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."

    Consequence:
    During a crash, the leaf spring could contact the fuel tank, causing a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire or injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will install the tow hitch and harness kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC855.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  5. NHTSA campaign 19V654000

    Reported

    Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera

    Model years 2018–2019

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Consequence:
    The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  6. NHTSA campaign 18V551000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Ignition

    Model years 2017–2018

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Nissan NV200, Sentra, NV3500 Van, NV3500 Bus, NV200 Taxi, NV1500, NV2500 Van, Chevrolet City Express, 2017-2018 Frontier, Versa Note, and Versa Sedan vehicles that have a mechanical (physical) key ignition system. In these models, over time, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position to the accessory position, turning off the engine.

    Consequence:
    If the vehicle stalls, it can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production information on the ignition switch, and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  7. NHTSA campaign 16V181000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood; Electrical System › Starter Assembly

    Model year 2016

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016 Frontier V6 vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to March 7, 2016. The starter motor wire harness may have been installed in an incorrect position, allowing the starter harness terminal to contact the heat shield and result in an electrical short.

    Consequence:
    An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
    Remedy:
    Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reposition the starter wire harness, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  8. NHTSA campaign 14V418000

    Reported

    Seat Belts › Rear/Other

    Model year 2014

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014 Frontier Crew Cab vehicles manufactured June 11, 2014 to June 26, 2014. The affected vehicles were manufactured with an out of specification anchor nut installed on the weld nut plate where the rear seat belt anchor is attached. The seat belt anchor bolt may not be attached as designed.

    Consequence:
    If the seat belt anchor bolt is not attached as designed, that increases the risk of injury in the event of a vehicle crash.
    Remedy:
    Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt anchor attachment and repair it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2014. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  9. NHTSA campaign 14V052000

    Reported

    Electrical System › Wiring › Fuses and Circuit Breakers

    Model years 2012–2014

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012 through 2014 Frontier vehicles manufactured from November 28, 2012, through December 17, 2013. In the affected vehicles, a circuit breaker may have been installed incorrectly causing the main wire harness connected to the circuit breaker to face outward, potentially contacting a metal bolt located on the A-pillar.

    Consequence:
    The bolt may wear through the wire harness covering, resulting in an electrical short which could cause a fire.
    Remedy:
    Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the circuit breaker orientation. If the circuit breaker orientation is incorrect, dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2014. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  10. NHTSA campaign 12V462000

    Reported

    Suspension › Front › Hub

    Model year 2012

    Nissan is recalling certain model year 2012 Frontier, Pathfinder, and Xterra two-wheel drive vehicles manufactured from June 19, 2012, through July 12, 2012. These vehicles may have been equipped with front wheel hubs that may not meet the design hardness specifications. A wheel hub that was manufactured below hardness specification may wear prematurely and eventually crack.

    Consequence:
    If the vehicle is driven in this condition, the wheel hub may break, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
    Remedy:
    Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replaced the left and right side front wheel hub assemblies free of charge. The safety recall began on October 22, 2012. Owners may contact Nissan Customer Service at 1-800-647-7261.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  11. NHTSA campaign 11V592000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling

    Model year 2012

    Nissan is recalling certain model year 2011 Infiniti FX, model year 2012 Infiniti M, model year 2011-2012 Nissan Frontier, model year 2011-2012 Nissan Xterra, model year 2011-2012 Nissan Pathfinder, and model year 2012 Nissan NV vehicles. Some of the bolts that connect the engine oil cooler and the engine oil filter to the engine in these vehicles may have been manufactured to below specification strength. As a result, the bolt may break at the oil filter attachment point and can cause an engine oil leak.

    Consequence:
    If there is an engine oil leak, the engine oil pressure would drop and the engine could seize, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the connector bolts free of charge. The safety recall began on January 30, 2012. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  12. NHTSA campaign 10V554000

    Reported

    Steering › Column

    Model years 2002–2004

    Nissan is recalling certain model year 2002-2004 Frontier vehicles manufactured from July 9, 2001 through October 20, 2004, and model year 2002-2004, xterra vehicles manufactured from July 9, 2001, through January 6, 2005. Over time corrosion may form in the lower steering column joint and limit movement of the joint. The limited movement of this joint may create excessive load on the lower steering column shaft. If the vehicle continues to be driven in this condition, it may lead to cracking of the shaft during low speed maneuvers that require large steering inputs.

    Consequence:
    The shaft may break which could result in loss of steering control during these low speed maneuvers increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    The steering column shaft and joint will be replaced with a shaft of a different design. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on December 13, 2010. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  13. NHTSA campaign 10V517000

    Reported

    Engine and Engine Cooling

    Model years 2005–2006

    Nissan is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 armada, titan, Infiniti QX56 and model year 2005-2006 frontier, pathfinder and xterra vehicles. The intelligent power distribution module (ipdm) assembly contains an engine control module (ecm) relay that has a diode for electrical current noise reduction. The ecm relay may allow silicon vapor to form and, over time, the silicon evaporates from the diode molding which causes silicon oxide to develop on the ecm relay contact due to arcing.

    Consequence:
    This could cause engine stalling increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the ecm relay inside the ipdm assembly. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on December 6, 2010. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  14. NHTSA campaign 10V401000

    Reported

    Equipment › Electrical › Navigational System(Global Positioning System)

    Model years 2008–2010

    Nissan is recalling certain vehicles that were equipped with a garmin nuvi model 750 navigation system. The batteries contained in the affected GPS units can overheat.

    Consequence:
    Overheated batteries could result in a fire.
    Remedy:
    Nissan will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. The safety recall began on September 16, 2010. Owners may contact garmin directly at 1-866-957-1981 or Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  15. NHTSA campaign 10V372000

    Reported

    Child Seat › Tether › Connector/Clip

    Model year 2010

    Nissan is recalling certain model year 2010 Nissan Frontier king cab vehicles manufactured from June 10, 2010 through June 26, 2010. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 225, "child restraint anchorage systems." The weld between the tether anchor and the seat gusset bracket is out-of-specification. As a result, and based on Nissan's engineering judgment, the tether anchor could separate from the seat when tested under the conditions required by the standard.

    Consequence:
    In the event of a crash, the tether anchorage could separate from the vehicle seat increasing the risk of injury to an occupant in a child seat that uses the tether anchor.
    Remedy:
    The seat gusset containing the tether anchorage will be replaced with a new one free of charge. The safety recall began on August 30, 2010. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  16. NHTSA campaign 10V208000

    Reported

    Suspension › Front › Control Arm › Lower Arm

    Model year 2010

    Nissan is recalling certain model year 2010 titan, armada, QX56, frontier, xterra, and pathfinder vehicles manufactured from November 19, 2009 through March 3, 2010. The lower control link assembly has two cylindrical collars forming the inboard attachment points to the chassis. Due to an improper welding process some collars may contain welds that do not meet strength specifications.

    Consequence:
    If the collar weld separates, the vehicle handling will deteriorate, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
    Remedy:
    Nissan will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on May 20, 2010. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  17. NHTSA campaign 10V075000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Auxillary Tank

    Model years 2006, 2008

    Nissan is recalling certain model year 2006 and model year 2008 frontier, xterra and pathfinder vehicles. The molded fuel tank shells can deform, causing the fuel sender float arm to contact an embossment molded into the tank shell causing the instrument panel fuel gauge to show that the vehicle has approximately one quarter tank when the fuel tank is empty.

    Consequence:
    This could cause the vehicle to run out of gas and stall in traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the fuel level sending unit inside the fuel tank with a new one that has a modified float arm. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before March 22, 2010. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  18. NHTSA campaign 08V690000

    Reported

    Air Bags › Frontal

    Model years 2005–2009

    Nissan is recalling 242,720 MY 2005-2009 pathfinder, frontier and xterra vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia. In those areas of the country which use heavy concentrations of road salt in the winter, a mixture of snow/water and salt can enter into the front crash zone sensor (CZS) housing. If this occurs, the CZS may internally rust resulting in a signal interruption. If this happens, the red air bag warning light will illuminate to alert the vehicle operator.

    Consequence:
    This issue could result in the non-deployment of the driver and passenger front air bags in a crash, increasing the risk of personal injury.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the front CZS with a redesigned sensor. The recall began on January 26, 2009. Owners in the other states will receive extended warranty coverage for the sensor to 10 years. These owners will be notified of the warranty extension by mail and will receive a sticker to place in their warranty booklet explaining the extended warranty coverage. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  19. NHTSA campaign 08V045000

    Reported

    Equipment › Other › Labels

    Model year 2008

    Nissan is recalling 5,523 MY 2008 titan, frontier and xterra vehicles for failing to comply to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, 'tire selection and rims for motor vehicles.' The tire placard lists an incorrect vehicle capacity weight.

    Consequence:
    This standard specifies requirements for tire selection to prevent overloading.
    Remedy:
    Nissan will mail a correct tire placard and installation instructions to owners of the affected vehicles. The recall began on February 25, 2008. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  20. NHTSA campaign 06V092000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Filler Pipe and Cap

    Model years 2005–2006

    On certain king cab trucks, in a severe side impact crash, there is a possibility that deformation of the vehicle's body could cause the fuel filler cap tether to be stretched to the point of unscrewing the fuel filler cap.

    Consequence:
    This may result in a fuel spill which in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the fuel cap tether pin assembly with a modified one free of charge. The recall began on April 24, 2006. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  21. NHTSA campaign 04V230000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

    Model years 1999–2003

    On certain pickup trucks equipped with six cylinder engines and sport utility vehicles equipped with four or six cylinder engines, the fuel pump terminal on the fuel-sending unit can develop a crack in the plastic molding. This can cause the terminal strip to corrode under some environmental conditions.

    Consequence:
    If corrosion occurs, the terminal strip could eventually break causing the fuel pump to stop operation. This will result in not being able to start the engine or cause the engine to stop running without warning, which can result in a crash.
    Remedy:
    In the following states, dealers will replace the fuel-sending unit. These states are Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Tennessee, Vermont, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and the District of Columbia. In the other states, the dealer will inspect the fuel pump terminal on the sending unit for corrosion. If corrosion is present, the dealer will replace the unit. If there is not corrosion, the dealer will apply sealant to the terminal housing to help prevent corrosion in the future. Owner notification began on June 28, 2004. Owners should contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  22. NHTSA campaign 02V316000

    Reported

    Wheels › Rim

    Model year 2003

    On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with a V6 engine, an incorrect size wheel rim for the spare tire was provided in these vehicles. The wheel rim does not fit properly as a replacement for a front wheel.

    Consequence:
    When installed on the front of the vehicle, the wheel rim will contact the brake caliper causing a loud rubbing noise and could result in wear on the caliper and/or wheel rim if driving continues. Continued usage of the spare tire wheel at the front location can also result in loosening of the lug nuts and deterioration in braking performance. This could eventually cause the wheel assembly to separate form the vehicle and result in loss of control and a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the spare tire wheel rim with a new one, and remount the spare tire on it. Owner notification began January 13, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  23. NHTSA campaign 02V300000

    Reported

    Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly › Filler Pipe and Cap

    Model year 2001

    On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, the fuel tank inlet shutter valve does not meet the sealing performance specification.

    Consequence:
    Under certain conditions such as high ambient temperature and when winter grade gasoline is being sold, fuel could spill from the filler inlet as the tank is being filled. In the presence of an ignition source, fuel leakage could result in a fire.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the fuel tank inlet shutter valve. Owner notification is expected to begin December 10, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  24. NHTSA campaign 02V299000

    Reported

    Suspension › Rear

    Model years 2001–2003

    On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, water may enter the rear axle housing due to inadequate sealing of the anti-lock braking system (ABS) sensor.

    Consequence:
    This can result in corrosion and eventual failure of the wheel bearing. If this occurs, the wheel assembly could separate from the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the rear axle for water intrusion and any affected components will be replaced. The ABS sensor will be resealed to prevent water intrusion. Owner notification began December 10, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  25. NHTSA campaign 02V298000

    Reported

    Vehicle Speed Control

    Model year 2002

    On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with a supercharger, under certain conditions, such as full throttle in low gear when the engine is not fully warmed up and at cold ambient temperature, the amount of intake air flow through the air flow meter may exceed the maximum preset diagnosis limit value.

    Consequence:
    This will cause the engine control system to go into the failsafe mode. Under this condition, the malfunction indicator lamp will illuminate and engine speed will not exceed 2400 RPM regardless of the throttle position, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will reprogram the electronic control module. Owner notification began January 15, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  26. NHTSA campaign 00V288000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission

    Model year 2000

    Vehicle description: pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS No. 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect. " these vehicles could have a shift cable lock plate that is too brittle and can break. The gear shift lever and the "PRNDL" indicator may move, but the transmission will not shift out of the park position. Over a period of time, the transmission could shift out of the park position, but the gear indicated on the display may differ from the gear engaged in the transmission.

    Consequence:
    If the driver selects 'drive' and the transmission is actually in 'reverse', a vehicle crash could occur.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the automatic transmission shift cable lock plate.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  27. NHTSA campaign 99V347002

    Reported

    Exterior Lighting › Tail Lights

    Model years 1999–2000

    Vehicle description: minivans and light duty trucks. The tail light socket may have been improperly molded, resulting in the locking tab having insufficient force to retain the bulb.

    Consequence:
    If the bulb falls out of the socket, the brake or tail lamp function cannot occur.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the tail lamp sockets.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  28. NHTSA campaign 98V065000

    Reported

    Seat Belts › Front › Webbing

    Model year 1998

    Vehicle description: light duty passenger trucks equipped with bucket seats. In certain frontal crashes, the front seat belt can slip between the seat bottom finisher and the seat back plastic recliner handle where it can be cut by the sharp edge of the metal portion of the recliner lever.

    Consequence:
    If the seat belt is completely severed, it can increase the risk of serious injury to an occupant in a crash.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will replace the plastic handle on the end of the seat back reclining lever fwith a different shape handle which will prevent the seat belt from slipping between the handle and the seat.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

  29. NHTSA campaign 98V064000

    Reported

    Power Train › Automatic Transmission › Gear Position Indication (PRNDL)

    Model year 1998

    Vehicle description: light duty passenger trucks equipped with automatic transmissions. A securing pin inside the automatic transmission control device assembly can come loose allowing the shift lever to be inadvertently moved out of the park position with the key in the ignition.

    Consequence:
    This could result in a crash if the parking brake is not engaged.
    Remedy:
    Dealers will inspect the automatic transmission control device assembly and replace it if necessary.

    Filed by Nissan North America, Inc.

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How to read this recall list

This list shows every safety recall campaign NHTSA has on file for this make, model and model year. It is not specific to one vehicle: a recall often covers only vehicles built in a certain date range or with a certain part, and many of the vehicles it covers will already have been repaired.

What each recall field means
What each recall field means
FieldWhat it tells you
Campaign numberNHTSA's unique ID for the recall, such as 20V771000. Quote it to a dealer or when searching NHTSA's site.
ComponentThe system or part involved, for example air bags, brakes or electrical software.
SummaryWhat the defect or non-compliance is and which vehicles are covered.
ConsequenceThe safety risk if the problem isn't fixed.
RemedyWhat the manufacturer will do, such as a repair, replacement or software update, and whether it is free.
  • Some recalls carry an NHTSA consumer advisory, “Do Not Drive” or “Park Outside”. Follow it until the repair is done.
  • A single campaign often covers several models or model years, so the same campaign number can appear in more than one list.
  • Recalls are shown as NHTSA publishes them. Very recent campaigns may take time to appear.

Does your vehicle have an open recall? Only a VIN check can tell you. Enter the VIN at NHTSA's recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or on the manufacturer's website. Our VIN recall check guide explains what each option covers.

Nissan Frontier questions

5 questions

How many recalls does the Nissan Frontier have?

NHTSA lists 39 vehicle recall campaigns for the Nissan Frontier, covering model years 1998 to 2026. The most recent, 26V023000, was reported on January 20, 2026 and is filed under “Latches/locks/linkages”. The 2022 model year is covered by the most campaigns (6).

Which Nissan Frontier model year has the most complaints?

The 2006 model year, with 617 of the 3,354 complaints in NHTSA’s file (18.4%). The next are 2005 (532) and 2007 (520). Complaint counts also reflect how many vehicles of each year were sold and how long they have been on the road, so they are not a reliability ranking.

What is the most common Nissan Frontier complaint?

Power Train is the component named most often: 991 complaints, or 29.5% of all 3,354. Fuel System, Gasoline (505) and Engine (348) follow. Complaints are unverified reports from owners, not confirmed defects, and one complaint can name several components.

Does every recall on this page apply to my Nissan Frontier?

Not necessarily. Each campaign lists specific model years, and many cover only vehicles built in a certain period or fitted with a certain part; repairs already carried out aren’t shown. To see whether a recall is open on your vehicle, enter its VIN at NHTSA’s recall lookup (opens in a new tab) or ask a Nissan dealer.

How many Nissan Frontier complaints report a crash, fire, injury or death?

Of the 3,354 complaints, 157 report a crash, 46 a fire, 95 at least one injury and 6 at least one death. These figures count complaints, not people, and each complaint is the submitter’s own unverified account.

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Data: NHTSA recalls and complaints flat files, updated September 25, 2026. Recall campaigns are vehicle (V) campaigns listed for this model name; complaints are counted once per NHTSA ODI number and model year.