Nissan Frontier Recalls

NHTSA has issued 27 safety recalls for the Nissan Frontier, covering model years 2002 through 2026. Engine and cooling faults account for 3 of them, more than any other part of the vehicle. The 2022 model year has the most, with 6 separate campaigns against it. The largest single recall covered 1,228,830 vehicles. The most recent was reported to NHTSA on January 20, 2026.

Total recalls: 27
Model years affected: 23
Most recalled part: Engine and cooling
Latest recall: 2026

Nissan Frontier recalls by model year

How many campaigns were issued against each model year. One recall often covers several years at once, so these add up to more than the 27 total.

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All Nissan Frontier recalls

Each entry is an official NHTSA campaign, shown with the defect, consequence, and remedy exactly as the manufacturer reported them, newest first.

26V023000Latch and lockReported January 20, 2026

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH

Model years affected: 2025–2026

The 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."

What can happen

A door that opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of injury or a crash.

The 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.

Vehicles affected: 26,432
Maker's recall no.: PD185, PMA61
Owners notified: March 13, 2026

Read campaign 26V023000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

25V508000Engine and coolingReported August 7, 2025

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

Model years affected: 2025

The 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."

What can happen

Daytime running lights that dim unexpectedly may cause confusion to other vehicles or pedestrians, increasing the risk of a crash.

The 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.

Vehicles affected: 13,719
Maker's recall no.: R25C3
Owners notified: September 17, 2025
Safety standard: FMVSS 108

Read campaign 25V508000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

25V324000Backup cameraReported June 4, 2025

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Model years affected: 2025

The 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."

What can happen

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.

The 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.

Vehicles affected: 79,755
Maker's recall no.: PD152, PD153, PMA48
Owners notified: July 10, 2025
Safety standard: FMVSS 111

Read campaign 25V324000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

24V582000Exterior lightingReported August 6, 2024

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

Model years affected: 2024

The problem

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."

What can happen

Improperly aimed headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 1,119
Maker's recall no.: PD121
Owners notified: September 20, 2024
Safety standard: FMVSS 108

Read campaign 24V582000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

24V479000SuspensionReported June 26, 2024

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

Model years affected: 2024

The problem

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.

What can happen

Ball joint separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 5,929
Maker's recall no.: PD109
Owners notified: August 15, 2024

Read campaign 24V479000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

24V154000AirbagReported February 27, 2024

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Model years affected: 2024

The problem

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.

What can happen

An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 351
Maker's recall no.: PD103, PD104, PMA34
Owners notified: April 10, 2024

Read campaign 24V154000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

23V273000TireReported April 17, 2023

TIRES:BEAD

Model years affected: 2023

The problem

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.

What can happen

A rapid loss of tire pressure while driving can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 4,249
Maker's recall no.: PC973, PC974
Owners notified: June 7, 2023

Read campaign 23V273000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

23V067000AirbagReported February 10, 2023

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Model years affected: 2008–2011

The problem

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.

What can happen

A detached emblem can become a projectile during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

The fix

Dealers will replace the drivers 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.

Vehicles affected: 404,690
Maker's recall no.: PC944, PC945, PC946
Owners notified: December 8, 2023

Read campaign 23V067000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

22V772000Backup cameraReported October 13, 2022

BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION

Model years affected: 2022

The problem

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."

What can happen

An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 27,388
Maker's recall no.: R22B8 R22C1 PC923/25
Owners notified: December 9, 2022
Safety standard: FMVSS 111

Read campaign 22V772000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

22V671000Power trainReported September 7, 2022

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Model years affected: 2020–2022

The problem

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.

What can happen

A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 197,230
Maker's recall no.: R22A9 R22B1/2/3
Owners notified: October 28, 2022

Read campaign 22V671000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

22V527000Reported July 21, 2022

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE

Model years affected: 2022

The problem

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."

What can happen

An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 10,477
Maker's recall no.: R22A5 PC901 PC902
Owners notified: July 29, 2022
Safety standard: FMVSS 111

Read campaign 22V527000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

22V457000Power trainReported June 24, 2022

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Model years affected: 2020–2022

The problem

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.

What can happen

A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 180,176
Maker's recall no.: R22A1
Owners notified: November 30, 2022

Read campaign 22V457000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

21V958000Seat beltReported December 9, 2021

SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Model years affected: 2022

The problem

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."

What can happen

During a crash, a loose seat belt bracket may break, causing a loss of seat belt restraint and increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 425
Maker's recall no.: PC856
Owners notified: January 27, 2022
Safety standard: FMVSS 209

Read campaign 21V958000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

21V917000Fuel systemReported November 22, 2021

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE

Model years affected: 2022

The problem

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."

What can happen

During a crash, the leaf spring could contact the fuel tank, causing a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire or injury.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 22
Maker's recall no.: PC855
Owners notified: December 16, 2021
Safety standard: FMVSS 301

Read campaign 21V917000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

19V654000Backup cameraReported September 12, 2019

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Model years affected: 2018–2019

The problem

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."

What can happen

The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 1,228,830
Owners notified: November 11, 2019
Safety standard: FMVSS 111

Read campaign 19V654000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

18V551000Electrical systemReported August 21, 2018

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION

Model years affected: 2017–2018

The problem

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.

What can happen

If the vehicle stalls, it can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 153,047
Owners notified: October 1, 2018

Read campaign 18V551000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

16V181000Electrical systemReported March 31, 2016

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

Model years affected: 2016

The problem

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.

What can happen

An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 1,554
Owners notified: April 13, 2016

Read campaign 16V181000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

14V418000Seat beltReported July 10, 2014

SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER

Model years affected: 2014

The 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.

What can happen

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

The 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.

Vehicles affected: 1,319
Owners notified: August 18, 2014

Read campaign 14V418000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

14V052000Electrical systemReported February 12, 2014

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

Model years affected: 2012–2014

The 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.

What can happen

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

The 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.

Vehicles affected: 13,535
Owners notified: March 17, 2014

Read campaign 14V052000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

12V462000SuspensionReported September 20, 2012

SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB

Model years affected: 2012

The problem

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.

What can happen

If the vehicle is driven in this condition, the wheel hub may break, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 2,417
Owners notified: October 22, 2012

Read campaign 12V462000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

11V592000Engine and coolingReported December 19, 2011

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Model years affected: 2012

The problem

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.

What can happen

IF THERE IS AN ENGINE OIL LEAK, THE ENGINE OIL PRESSURE WOULD DROP AND THE ENGINE COULD SEIZE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 14,718
Owners notified: January 30, 2012

Read campaign 11V592000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

10V554000SteeringReported November 11, 2010

STEERING:COLUMN

Model years affected: 2002–2004

The problem

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.

What can happen

THE SHAFT MAY BREAK WHICH COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL DURING THESE LOW SPEED MANEUVERS INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 500,552
Maker's recall no.: R1037
Owners notified: December 13, 2010

Read campaign 10V554000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

10V517000Engine and coolingReported October 28, 2010

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Model years affected: 2005–2006

The problem

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.

What can happen

THIS COULD CAUSE ENGINE STALLING INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 747,480
Owners notified: December 6, 2010

Read campaign 10V517000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

10V401000Reported September 10, 2010

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

Model years affected: 2008–2010

The problem

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.

What can happen

OVERHEATED BATTERIES COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 7,948
Owners notified: September 16, 2010

Read campaign 10V401000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

10V372000Reported August 12, 2010

CHILD SEAT:TETHER: CONNECTOR/CLIP

Model years affected: 2010

The problem

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.

What can happen

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.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 951
Maker's recall no.: PC060
Owners notified: August 30, 2010
Safety standard: FMVSS 225

Read campaign 10V372000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

10V208000SuspensionReported May 14, 2010

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

Model years affected: 2010

The problem

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.

What can happen

IF THE COLLAR WELD SEPARATES, THE VEHICLE HANDLING WILL DETERIORATE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 41,649
Owners notified: May 20, 2010

Read campaign 10V208000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

10V075000Fuel systemReported March 3, 2010

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:AUXILLARY TANK

Model years affected: 2006, 2008

The problem

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.

What can happen

THIS COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO RUN OUT OF GAS AND STALL IN TRAFFIC, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 80,689
Owners notified: March 22, 2010

Read campaign 10V075000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

What to do if your Nissan Frontier is on this list

A recall listed here applies to a range of vehicles, not to every car of that model year. Manufacturers narrow it down by build date and VIN, so the only way to know whether yours is included is to check the VIN. You can do that free on NHTSA's recall lookup, or by calling any franchised dealer for that brand with your VIN in hand.

Recall repairs are free. Under federal law the manufacturer has to fix a safety defect at no charge, and there is no mileage limit and no expiry on that obligation for vehicles under 15 years old. A dealer cannot charge you for the parts, the labour, or the diagnosis on a recall repair, and you do not need to have bought the car there. If a dealer asks you to pay, that is worth escalating to the manufacturer's customer line, which is listed in the remedy text of each recall above.

Recalls do not block a title transfer or registration in any state. You can legally buy, sell, or register a car with an open recall, and sellers are generally not required to fix one first. That said, an open recall is worth raising before money changes hands, especially one with a do-not-drive advisory. If you are buying, run the VIN before you hand over the payment; if you are selling, telling the buyer about an open recall costs you nothing and avoids a dispute later.

Nissan Frontier recall questions

How many recalls does the Nissan Frontier have?

NHTSA lists 27 recall campaigns for the Nissan Frontier across model years 2002 to 2026. That count covers recalls filed from 2010 onward. Not every campaign applies to every car of that model year, because manufacturers limit recalls by build date and VIN.

Which Nissan Frontier model year has the most recalls?

The 2022 Nissan Frontier carries the most, with 6 recall campaigns. A high count does not automatically mean a worse car: a single supplier fault can trigger a recall across an entire production run, and manufacturers that report problems quickly tend to show more campaigns.

Are Nissan Frontier recall repairs free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to repair a safety recall at no cost, including parts and labour, on vehicles under 15 years old. There is no mileage limit, and you do not have to be the original owner or have bought the car from that dealer.

Can I sell or register a Nissan Frontier with an open recall?

Yes. An open recall does not stop a title transfer or registration in any state, and private sellers are generally not required to repair one first. Dealers face stricter rules on some safety recalls. If you are buying, check the VIN before you pay; the repair is free, but you want to know what you are taking on.

Other Nissan recalls

Nissan Rogue recalls43 Nissan Pathfinder recalls39 Nissan Altima recalls32 Nissan Sentra recalls32 Nissan Titan recalls27 Nissan Versa recalls24

Where this data comes from

Every recall on this page is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the federal agency that oversees vehicle safety recalls in the United States. We pull the full recall file from NHTSA and reproduce the campaign number, defect description, consequence, and remedy exactly as the manufacturer reported them. NHTSA data is in the public domain.

Source:: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
NHTSA data as of:: July 18, 2026
Coverage:: Recalls from 2010 onward

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Last reviewed: 2026-07-18 · Reviewed by the Car Paperwork editorial team · Independent resource · Not legal advice

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