2025 Nissan Frontier recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2025 Nissan Frontier and 9 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are steering (2), wheels (2), power train (2). EPA-rated fuel economy is 19–21 mpg combined, depending on engine.
The 2025 has the fewest owner complaints of any Frontier model year from 2012 to 2025. It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 2.0 per model year.
Recalls 3
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2025 Nissan Frontier. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Latches/locks/linkages · doors · latch
Problem: 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."
Risk: A door that opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of injury or a crash.
Fix: 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.
Exterior lighting · lighting control module · software
Problem: 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."
Risk: Daytime running lights that dim unexpectedly may cause confusion to other vehicles or pedestrians, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Back over prevention · software
Problem: 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."
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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.
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
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
had my tires balanced but still shakes at highway speeds.without nissan addessing more damage will happen to other parts.i bought it used in september 2026
My 2025 Nissan Frontier SV with 4,300 miles is experiencing an ongoing drivetrain issue related to the driveshaft and transfer case. There is a defect related to these parts that results in the drivetrain binding causing the vehicle to have rough shifting and at times, lunge forward when braking to a stop due to the drivetrain binding and then releasing. This makes me weary to…
The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera image was blank. The failure reoccurred twice. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V324000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manuf…
Safety ratings
2025 Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC 4WD
2025 Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC RWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2025 Nissan Frontier.
Frontier 2WD
Auto (S9) · 6 cyl · 3.8 L
Regular
Frontier 4WD
Auto (S9) · 6 cyl · 3.8 L
Regular
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2025 Nissan Frontier have?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2025 Nissan Frontier, most recently for latches/locks/linkages · doors · latch (01/21/2026). 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 2025 Nissan Frontier?
Based on 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are steering (2), wheels (2), power train (2).
Is the 2025 Nissan Frontier safe?
NHTSA hasn't published an overall 5-star rating for the 2025 Nissan Frontier.
Is the 2025 a good year for the Nissan Frontier?
The 2025 has the fewest owner complaints of any Frontier model year from 2012 to 2025. It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 2.0 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Nissan Frontier get?
EPA ratings for the 2025 Nissan Frontier range from 19 to 21 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 KING CAB, FRONTIER CREW CAB, Frontier.