NHTSA & EPA data · updated October 21, 2026

2014 Nissan Frontier recalls, problems & safety ratings

Quick answer

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 Nissan Frontier and 42 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are air bags (11), unknown or other (7), electrical system (6). EPA-rated fuel economy is 17–19 mpg combined, depending on engine.

The 2014 ranks #9 of 14 Frontier model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (42). It has 2 recalls vs. an average of 2.0 per model year.

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Recalls 2

Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2014 Nissan Frontier. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

Seat belts · rear/otherNHTSA #14V418000 · 07/10/2014

Problem: 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.

Risk: If the seat belt anchor bolt is not attached as designed, that increases the risk of injury in the event of a vehicle crash.

Fix: 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.

Electrical system · wiring · fuses and circuit breakersNHTSA #14V052000 · 02/12/2014

Problem: 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.

Risk: The bolt may wear through the wire harness covering, resulting in an electrical short which could cause a fire.

Fix: 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.

Common problems

From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.

Most-reported problem areas

Air bags11
Unknown or other7
Electrical system6
Power train6
Fuel/propulsion system5
Vehicle speed control3
Visibility/wiper3
Structure2

By the numbers

42owner complaints filed
3involved a crash
1involved a fire
3injuries reported

Recent owner reports

04/24/2026 · Air bags

Air Bag light is constantly on. So the diagnosis was air bag sensor is not working. so the air bags will not deploy in an accident

03/12/2025 · Air bags

The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. The air bag light warning light illuminated and remained constantly illuminated since the day of the failure. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not repaired because it was not under recal…

08/09/2024 · Air bags,unknown or other

Horn did not work and Airbag light keeps flashing

Safety ratings

2014 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC RWD

OverallNot rated
Frontal crashNot rated
Side crashNot rated
Rollover★★★★★

2014 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD

OverallNot rated
Frontal crashNot rated
Side crashNot rated
Rollover★★★★★

2014 Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC RWD

OverallNot rated
Frontal crashNot rated
Side crashNot rated
Rollover★★★★★

Fuel economy

EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2014 Nissan Frontier.

Frontier 2WD

Auto 5-spd · 4 cyl · 2.5 L

17city
23hwy
19combined

Regular

Frontier 2WD

Auto 5-spd · 6 cyl · 4.0 L

16city
22hwy
18combined

Regular

Frontier 4WD

Auto 5-spd · 6 cyl · 4.0 L

15city
21hwy
17combined

Regular

Frontier 4WD

Man 6-spd · 6 cyl · 4.0 L

16city
21hwy
18combined

Regular

Other model years

Compare every Nissan Frontier year

Questions

How many recalls does the 2014 Nissan Frontier have?

NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2014 Nissan Frontier, most recently for seat belts · rear/other (07/10/2014). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.

What are the most common problems with the 2014 Nissan Frontier?

Based on 42 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are air bags (11), unknown or other (7), electrical system (6).

Is the 2014 Nissan Frontier safe?

NHTSA hasn't published an overall 5-star rating for the 2014 Nissan Frontier.

Is the 2014 a good year for the Nissan Frontier?

The 2014 ranks #9 of 14 Frontier model years for fewest complaints (2012–2025), with fewer complaints than the average year (42). It has 2 recalls vs. an average of 2.0 per model year.

What gas mileage does the 2014 Nissan Frontier get?

EPA ratings for the 2014 Nissan Frontier range from 17 to 19 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.

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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved October 21, 2026. NHTSA model names used: FRONTIER, Frontier.

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