NHTSA data · updated October 21, 2026
Nissan Frontier recalls & problems by year
Across 2012–2025, NHTSA lists 28 recalls and 588 owner complaints for the Nissan Frontier. The 2025 has the fewest complaints (9) and the 2022 has the most (112).
| Year | Recalls | Owner complaints | Top problem area | Safety |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 3 | air bags | – | |
| 2013 | 1 | air bags | – | |
| 2014 | 2 | air bags | – | |
| 2015 | 0 | air bags | – | |
| 2016 | 1 | air bags | – | |
| 2017 | 1 | fuel/propulsion system | 4★ | |
| 2018 | 2 | electrical system | – | |
| 2019 | 1 | power train | 4★ | |
| 2020 | 2 | power train | – | |
| 2021 | 2 | electrical system | – | |
| 2022 | 6 | forward collision avoidance | 4★ | |
| 2023 | 1 | electrical system | – | |
| 2024 | 3 | power train | – | |
| 2025 | 3 | steering | – |
Newer model years have had less time on the road to collect complaints. Compare years of similar age.
Questions
What is the most reliable year of the Nissan Frontier?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2025 Nissan Frontier has the fewest (9) of the 2012–2025 model years. Newer model years have had less time to collect complaints, so compare similar ages.
Which Nissan Frontier year has the most problems?
The 2022 Nissan Frontier has the most NHTSA owner complaints (112) of the 2012–2025 model years.
How do I check if my Nissan Frontier has an open recall?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our free VIN check, or at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.