2012 NISSAN FRONTIER
3 recalls, 98 complaints - 154 TSBs
14V052000 Feb 12, 2014
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
Defect Description
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 circ... Read more
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.
12V462000 Sep 20, 2012
SUSPENSION:FRONT:HUB
Defect Description
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 manuf... Read more
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.
11V592000 Dec 19, 2011
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Defect Description
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... Read more
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.
Complaint Statistics
98 total complaints
8 crashes 14 injuries
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| POWER TRAIN | 23 |
| AIR BAGS | 15 |
| ENGINE | 14 |
| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 11 |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 5 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 5 |
| SEAT BELTS | 4 |
| SUSPENSION | 3 |
| WHEELS | 2 |
| LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES | 2 |
POWER TRAIN
Jun 8, 2025
Incident date: May 20, 2025
I am reporting a critical and systemic defect affecting Land Rover vehicles equipped with the 2.0L GTDi turbo petrol engine (240 hp), including my 2015 Evoque, My engine suffered catastrophic failure at ~118,000 miles while driving caused by a premature timing chain or tensioner failure. Pistons & ... Read more
ENGINE
Apr 20, 2025
Incident date: Mar 5, 2025
I've had issues with this jeep grand cherokee 4xe randomly shutting down on the highway at speeds between 65-75 mph. The service engine and transmission lights come on and the vehicle itself dies out and will power on but will not start for about 10-15 minutes afterwards. This is the fourth time I'v... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
May 10, 2024
Incident date: Feb 9, 2024
The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that after turning the vehicle off and later attempting to restart the vehicle, the vehicle failed to restart. The battery was then recharged. The failure occurred on several occasions before the vehicle was taken to the local mechanic. The loc... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
May 10, 2024
Incident date: Feb 9, 2024
The contact owns a 2017 Toyota Rav4. The contact stated that after turning the vehicle off and later attempting to restart the vehicle, the vehicle failed to restart. The battery was then recharged. The failure occurred on several occasions before the vehicle was taken to the local mechanic. The loc... Read more
STEERING
May 3, 2024
Incident date: Aug 1, 2023
When driving and releasing the accelerator, the regen kicks in to slow the car and provide deceleration and regeneration. During this time, you can feel the brake pedal vibrate. When allowing regen to kick in and suddenly driving over a bump or uneven surface, the regen turns off, and thus, the car ... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Feb 20, 2024
Incident date: Dec 4, 2023
Forward Collision Warning feature On 02/16/24 I was traveling east on I-630 at about 60 mph. While driving at that speed I saw a foreign object in my lane but I could not swerve in neither right or left lane as there were vehicles traveling in both lanes when my car hit the foreign object the obje... Read more
Crash
1 injured
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Nov 14, 2023
Incident date: Oct 31, 2023
The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the trunk latch was inoperable and not closing securely. The contact stated the failure had been recurring for approximately two years. The contact stated had received notification NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V420000 (Latches/Locks/Link... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER
Nov 1, 2023
Incident date: Feb 9, 2023
Windshield provided cracks super easily
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING
Oct 26, 2023
Incident date: Oct 15, 2023
In relation to NHTSA Recall Number: 23V342, Ford has failed to remedy issues around reverse Automatic Emergency Breaking. Whenever the 360° camera screen is blue, the system in place to prevent collisions also fails. There is no pattern of failure. Nearly 60% of the time the vehicle is driven an er... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 17, 2023
Incident date: Oct 17, 2023
The contact owns a 2019 Hyundai Tucson. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the accelerator pedal was depressed, and the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The vehicle was diagnosed with... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 30, 2023
Incident date: Jun 30, 2022
The contact owns a 2012 Ford Focus. The contact stated that the vehicle overheated while driving approximately 30-35 MPH and stalled in the middle of the road. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle only restarted after cooling down for 15-30 minutes. The... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 2, 2023
Incident date: Apr 18, 2023
My extremely shiny/melting dashboard is the problem yes it is available for inspection. Everyones safety was put @ risk because of the glare created by that dashboard onto the windshield. I can’t afford to pay the dealership or anyone else to look at it. Not inspected by police insurance or m... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Mar 31, 2023
Incident date: Mar 22, 2023
The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the transmission downshifted unintendedly, the speedometer failed to provide an accurate reading, and the vehicle then went into LIMP Mode. The contact pulled over, turned off and then restart the vehicle, a... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jun 17, 2021
Incident date: Jun 11, 2021
Involved in a auto accident on June 11 2021. Airbags deployed, however, little rock type projectiles also exploded from the airbag landing all over the car and passenger causing a risk to the eyes, face and other body parts. Has not been taken to the dealer, auto I believe is totaled. Photos sent t... Read more
Crash
2 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 25, 2021
Incident date: Mar 1, 2021
THE PAINT ABOVE THE FRONT WHEEL WELL ON BOTH THE PASSENGER AND DRIVERS SIDE OF MY 2012 NISSAN FRONTIER (BLUE) WITH 69,0000 MILES IS PEALING OFF IN CHUNKS. IF DO AN INTERNET SEARCH ON 'PAINT FLAKING NISSAN FRONTIER' YOU CAN SEE NUMEROUS PICTURES. TALKING WITH THE DEALER, PREVALENT ISSUE ON DARK COL... Read more
ENGINE
Mar 15, 2021
Incident date: Mar 6, 2021
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN FRONTIER. THE CONTACT STATED WHILE DRIVING 50 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED WITH AN UNKNOWN WIRE NEEDING TO BE REPLACED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WIRE WAS REPLACED HOWEVER, THE F... Read more
ENGINE
Oct 22, 2020
Incident date: Dec 19, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN FRONTIER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING UP A MOUNTAIN AT 30 MPH, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITH THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED. THE VEHICLE FAILED TO RESTART AND WAS TOWED TO NAPA NISSAN (510 SOSCOL AVE, NAPA, CA 94559) WHERE THE MECHANIC REPLACED TWO CAMSHAF... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Jul 15, 2020
Incident date: Feb 1, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN FRONTIER. THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A HOLE IN THE FLOORBOARD UNDERNEATH THE DRIVER'S SEAT CAUSED BY EXTREME CORROSION. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT TAKEN TO BE INSPECTED NOR REPAIRED. A DEALER WAS NOT CONTACTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND INFORMED T... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Jun 25, 2020
Incident date: Jun 25, 2020
THE VEHICLE WOULD RANDOMLY STALL WHILE DRIVING, PARTICULARLY WHEN SLOWING FOR A TRAFFIC SIGNAL. THE ENGINE STOPPING WOULD CAUSE ALL POWER ASSISTED FUNCTIONS TO CEASE MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO STEER AND BRAKE. MOST RECENTLY THE VEHICLE WOULD START EXTREME HESITATION WHILE DRIVING AND I COULD NOT GET UP ... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Jun 25, 2020
Incident date: Jun 25, 2020
THE VEHICLE WOULD RANDOMLY STALL WHILE DRIVING, PARTICULARLY WHEN SLOWING FOR A TRAFFIC SIGNAL. THE ENGINE STOPPING WOULD CAUSE ALL POWER ASSISTED FUNCTIONS TO CEASE MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO STEER AND BRAKE. MOST RECENTLY THE VEHICLE WOULD START EXTREME HESITATION WHILE DRIVING AND I COULD NOT GET UP ... Read more
ENGINE
Jun 25, 2020
Incident date: Jun 25, 2020
THE VEHICLE WOULD RANDOMLY STALL WHILE DRIVING, PARTICULARLY WHEN SLOWING FOR A TRAFFIC SIGNAL. THE ENGINE STOPPING WOULD CAUSE ALL POWER ASSISTED FUNCTIONS TO CEASE MAKING IT DIFFICULT TO STEER AND BRAKE. MOST RECENTLY THE VEHICLE WOULD START EXTREME HESITATION WHILE DRIVING AND I COULD NOT GET UP ... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Feb 18, 2020
Incident date: Jan 13, 2020
TL* THE CONTACT CALLED ON BEHALF OF HIS SON WHO OWNS A 2012 NISSAN FRONTIER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE WOULD SHUDDERED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE RESUMED NORMAL OPERATION AFTER EXPERIENCING THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO METRO NISSAN OF MONTCLAIR 9... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Oct 28, 2019
Incident date: Aug 28, 2019
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN FRONTIER. WHILE REVERSING OUT OF A PARKING LOT, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED ON ITS OWN. ALSO, WHILE AT A STOP WITH THE BRAKE PEDAL DEPRESSED, THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED WITHOUT WARNING. THE FAILURE RECURRED SEVERAL TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC T... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Sep 17, 2019
Incident date: Sep 12, 2019
WHILE HOSING DOWN THE TRUCK THE PAINT ON MY FRONT FENDERS STARTED TO PEEL IN LARGE CHUNKS ON THE DRIVERS SIDE. ACCORDING TO THE DEALERSHIP IT SHOULD NOT BE PEELING.
ENGINE
Sep 11, 2019
Incident date: Aug 16, 2019
MY TRUCK HAS HAD WHAT FEELS TO ME LIKE A ROUGH IDLE FOR ABOUT AS LONG AS I'VE HAD IT. IT WAS FINE FOR SEVERAL YEARS BUT A COUPLE OF MONTHS AGO THE TRUCK DIED AT A STOP LIGHT. IT STARTED RIGHT BACK UP AND I DIDN'T THINK I'D BE ABLE TO REPLICATE THIS FOR A MECHANIC SO I JUST KEPT DRIVING IT. IT ALS... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Jul 16, 2019
Incident date: May 8, 2019
CALLED NISSAN A COUPLE OF TIMES REGARDING DEFAMATION OF PAINT IN 2012 FRONTIERS AND MY FRONT FENDERS ARE PEELING IN LARGE CHUNKS JUST AS SEVERAL OTHER 2012 BLUE NISSAN FRONTIERS
ENGINE
Jul 9, 2019
Incident date: Jul 9, 2019
TAKATA RECALL.. A TRANSMISSION ISSUE
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jun 17, 2019
Incident date: Jun 17, 2019
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DETERMINED CODE PO488. THE VENTILATION SYSTEM FOR THE GAS TANK - DOES NOT FORM A VACUUM WHEN ENGINE RUNNING AND IMPACT FUEL DELIVERY.
ENGINE
Jun 17, 2019
Incident date: Jun 17, 2019
CHECK ENGINE LIGHT DETERMINED CODE PO488. THE VENTILATION SYSTEM FOR THE GAS TANK - DOES NOT FORM A VACUUM WHEN ENGINE RUNNING AND IMPACT FUEL DELIVERY.
SEAT BELTS
Feb 10, 2019
Incident date: Jan 4, 2019
THE PASSENGER SEAT WARNING LIGHT.AND SEAT SENSOR MALFUNCTIONED AND NOW THE PASSENGER SEAT BELT WILL NOT ENGAGE.I CANNOT HAVE A PASSENGER IN MY TRUCK BECAUSE OF THI PROBLEM.I DON'T UNDERSTAND HOW THI COULD BE SAFE AT ALL.THE MANUAL SAYS THAT WHEN THIS HAPPENS TO BRING IT IN TO THE DEALER BECAUSE THE... Read more
SUSPENSION
Dec 6, 2018
Incident date: Dec 2, 2018
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2012 NISSAN FRONTIER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, A LOUD NOISE WAS PRESENT COMING FROM THE FRONT OF THE VEHICLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO NISSAN OF SALEM (33 MAIN ST, SALEM, NH) AND ALL FOUR TIRES WERE REPLACED, BUT THE NOISE GREW LOUDER. LATER, WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN S... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Sep 21, 2018
Incident date: Sep 20, 2018
THURSDAY MORNING SEPTEMBER 20TH 2018 DURING RUSH HOUR, WIFE'S 2012 NISSAN FRONTIER SV V6 SUDDENLY LOST SPEED CONTROL WHILE DRIVING ON HOUSTON BELTWAY 8 - A MULTI-LANE TOLL ROAD WHERE TRAFFIC IS AT AROUND 70 MPH. TAPPING THE GAS PEDAL WAS NOT ABLE TO CHANGE OR MAINTAIN THE VEHICLE SPEED. AS A RESULT,... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Aug 8, 2018
Incident date: Jul 26, 2018
BOTH REAR AXLE SEALS FAILED DUE TO A FAULTY REAR AXLE HOUSING BREATHER VALVE. GEAR OIL BEGAN LEAKING ON TO REAR BRAKE PADS CREATING A SAFETY ISSUE. ALSO, SEALS AND BEARINGS COULD NOT BE REPLACED INDEPENDENTLY. A $15 PART FAILURE (BREATHER VALVE) CAUSED BOTH REAR AXLES TO BE REPLACED IN EXCESS OF ... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jul 12, 2018
Incident date: Jul 9, 2018
THE PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT ON THE MIDDLE OF THE DASH IS ON AND THE SEAT BELT LIGHT IS ON AND BLINKING WHILE GOING DOWN THE ROAD
SEATS
Jul 12, 2018
Incident date: Jul 9, 2018
THE PASSENGER AIR BAG LIGHT ON THE MIDDLE OF THE DASH IS ON AND THE SEAT BELT LIGHT IS ON AND BLINKING WHILE GOING DOWN THE ROAD
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Dec 22, 2017
Incident date: Dec 8, 2017
SET BELTS AT TIME ARE HARD TO GET OFF AND AIRBAG LIGHT BLINKS ON AND OFF.
SEAT BELTS
Dec 22, 2017
Incident date: Dec 8, 2017
SET BELTS AT TIME ARE HARD TO GET OFF AND AIRBAG LIGHT BLINKS ON AND OFF.
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Nov 19, 2017
Incident date: Nov 5, 2017
TAKATA RECALL - RECEIVED MAIL TELLING US ABOUT THE RECALL ON AIR BAGS. WILL BE TAKING INTO HAVE FIXED OR REPLACED
AIR BAGS
Nov 19, 2017
Incident date: Nov 5, 2017
TAKATA RECALL - RECEIVED MAIL TELLING US ABOUT THE RECALL ON AIR BAGS. WILL BE TAKING INTO HAVE FIXED OR REPLACED
SEAT BELTS
Sep 14, 2017
Incident date: Sep 8, 2017
THE SEATBELT HAS BEEN REPLACE TWO TIME AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS STILL ON, NOW YOU GOT TO REPLACE THE SEAT CUSION THIS COST 1766.67, THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE. ME AND MY WIFE WAS IN LAKE CITY S.C. ON HW 52 AND THE AIR BAG STARTING FLASHING FOR THE SECOND TIME.
AIR BAGS
Sep 14, 2017
Incident date: Sep 8, 2017
THE SEATBELT HAS BEEN REPLACE TWO TIME AND THE AIRBAG LIGHT IS STILL ON, NOW YOU GOT TO REPLACE THE SEAT CUSION THIS COST 1766.67, THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE. ME AND MY WIFE WAS IN LAKE CITY S.C. ON HW 52 AND THE AIR BAG STARTING FLASHING FOR THE SECOND TIME.
AIR BAGS
Jul 26, 2017
Incident date: Jul 4, 2017
I WAS HIT FROM BEHIND WHILE COMPLETELY STOPPED TO MAKE A LEFT HAND TURN ON A CITY STREET. THE CAR THAT HIT ME, A 2006 NISSAN ALTIMA, WAS TRAVELLING, I BELIEVE, BETWEEN 45-50 MPH. BOTH VEHICLES WERE TOTALED. THE AIRBAG IN MY 2012 NISSAN FRONTIER DID NOT DEPLOY. I DON'T BELIEVE THAT IS NORMAL, BUT NIS... Read more
Crash
2 injured
AIR BAGS
Jul 8, 2017
Incident date: Jul 8, 2017
AIRBAG LIGHT ON SCANNED CODE B1035 CRASH SENSOR FAILED INSPECTED =DECAYED HOUSING
SUSPENSION
Apr 12, 2017
Incident date: Apr 5, 2017
NOTICED CLUNKING SOUND COMING FROM REAR OF VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING. REAR END BECAME LOOSE AND JUMPY OVER SMALL BUMP SIN THE ROAD AT EVEN LOW SPEEDS. INSPECTION AT SHOP DETERMINED THAT BOTH LEAF SPRINGS WERE CRACKED (SEE ATTACHED PHOTO). BROKEN SECTION OF THE LEAF SPRING HAD SLIPPED OUT OF LINE WITH TH... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 24, 2017
Incident date: Feb 15, 2017
SUN VISOR PIVOT SIDE BRACKET IS VERY FLIMSY. CAUSED VISOR TO BREAK LOOSE AND FALL INTO STEERING WHEEL CAUSING MOMENTARY LOSS OF CONTROL. NO CRASH RESULTED BUT COULD HAVE CAUSED ONE.
STEERING
Mar 21, 2017
Incident date: Mar 3, 2017
I BOUGHT NEW TIRES, SAME SIZE AND BRAND NAME AS THE LAST 4 TIRES BUT A DIFFERENT MODEL TYPE OF TIRES. AS I WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON A 2 LANE ROAD, THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE FLEW OFF THE RIM. THE RIM SCRAPED THE ROADWAY AND FLIPPED MY TRUCK UPWARDS AND SPUN THE VEHICLE UP IN THE AIR OVER A GUARD RA... Read more
Crash
2 injured
WHEELS
Mar 21, 2017
Incident date: Mar 3, 2017
I BOUGHT NEW TIRES, SAME SIZE AND BRAND NAME AS THE LAST 4 TIRES BUT A DIFFERENT MODEL TYPE OF TIRES. AS I WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON A 2 LANE ROAD, THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE FLEW OFF THE RIM. THE RIM SCRAPED THE ROADWAY AND FLIPPED MY TRUCK UPWARDS AND SPUN THE VEHICLE UP IN THE AIR OVER A GUARD RA... Read more
Crash
2 injured
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Mar 21, 2017
Incident date: Mar 3, 2017
I BOUGHT NEW TIRES, SAME SIZE AND BRAND NAME AS THE LAST 4 TIRES BUT A DIFFERENT MODEL TYPE OF TIRES. AS I WAS DRIVING THE VEHICLE ON A 2 LANE ROAD, THE FRONT PASSENGER TIRE FLEW OFF THE RIM. THE RIM SCRAPED THE ROADWAY AND FLIPPED MY TRUCK UPWARDS AND SPUN THE VEHICLE UP IN THE AIR OVER A GUARD RA... Read more
Crash
2 injured
AIR BAGS
Feb 16, 2017
Incident date: Feb 1, 2017
AIR BAG LIGHT KEEPS FLASHING. IT WAS PUT ON A MACHINE AND THE CODE IS B1134, L/F SIDE MODULE IS OPEN. MECHANIC SAYS IT MEANS IF I GET IN AN ACCIDENT THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG WON'T GO OFF.
AIR BAGS
Sep 20, 2016
Incident date: Sep 17, 2016
ON THE WEEKEND SEPTEMBER 17 2016 A RED AIR BAG LIGHT ON MY DASHBOARD WAS AND IS BLINKING INTERMITTENT. I CALLED THREE NISSAN DEALERS AND WAS INFORMED THAT IT IS MOST LIKELY THE OCS SENSOR. UPON ASKING ABOUT THE RECALL ON NISSAN OCS SENSOR I WAS TOLD THAT THE FRONTIER WAS NOT ON THE RECALL LIST. WE... Read more
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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2012 NISSAN FRONTIER
2012 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD
| Category | Rating |
|---|---|
| Rollover | 4 / 5 ★★★★☆ |
| Rollover Risk | 19.8% |
Safety Technology
| Feature | Status |
|---|---|
| Electronic Stability Control | Standard |
| Forward Collision Warning | No |
| Lane Departure Warning | No |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Technical Service Bulletins, 2012 NISSAN FRONTIER
154 manufacturer communications from 102 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 15 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 15 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 11 |
| 140000 AIR BAGS | 8 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 7 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 6 |
| 010000 STEERING | 6 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 5 |
NTB08-097L
Sep 21, 2023
010000 STEERING
DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB23-049
Jun 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
12 VOLT BATTERY TESTING FOR IN-SERVICE VEHICLES SERVICE INFORMATION The following Service Information lists NNA procedural recommendations for establishing good connections while performing 12V battery testing. These recommendations ar
NTB23-053
Jun 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SILICONE-BASED LUBRICANT OR GREASE CAN DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SERVICE INFORMATION Do not apply Silicone-based lubricants or grease to, or around, any interior electrical components. To avoid the risk of death or severe personal
NTB13-107F
Apr 27, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB16-003C
Apr 17, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INTELLIGENT KEY REPLACEMENT OR SWAPPING BETWEEN VEHICLES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB03-074Q
Apr 5, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
HEADLAMP, FOG LAMP, OR REAR COMBINATION LAMP FOGGING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB10-145B
Mar 8, 2023
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
ABS/VDC CAN DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB09-081J
Feb 27, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB09-081J
Feb 27, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-028H
Feb 27, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-028H
Feb 27, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB08-097K
Feb 22, 2023
010000 STEERING
DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB10-126C
Feb 22, 2023
200000 WHEELS
WHEEL BEARING COLLISION DAMAGE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-027C
Feb 22, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
CAN COMMUNICATION a?? NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-027C
Feb 22, 2022
061600 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
CAN COMMUNICATION a?? NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-097J
Feb 7, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
EVAP LEAK DTC P0442, P0455, P0456 INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-097J
Feb 7, 2022
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
EVAP LEAK DTC P0442, P0455, P0456 INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB17-082E
Feb 7, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
DTC P0456 CAUSED BY EVAP LEAK AT VENT CONTROL VALVE O-RING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB17-082E
Feb 7, 2022
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
DTC P0456 CAUSED BY EVAP LEAK AT VENT CONTROL VALVE O-RING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB15-079G
Feb 4, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
MIL ON WITH DTC P0448 This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB15-079G
Feb 4, 2022
071410 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS:CANISTER
MIL ON WITH DTC P0448 This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB15-079F
Jan 12, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
MIL ON WITH DTC P0448 This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB99-001F
Dec 7, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB15-036A
Mar 15, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
2010-2015 NISSAN; AUTO DOOR UNLOCK DOES NOT WORK This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB99-001e
Feb 12, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
DOR-M3J3F-07
Jun 3, 2020
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
These SKUs are Exhaust Manifolds with Catalytic Converters. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory due to a loss of CARB certification. These SKUs can no longer be sold as they do not meet CARB standards, but part
DOR-M9J4S-07
Jun 3, 2020
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
These SKUs are Exhaust Manifolds with Catalytic Converters. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory due to a loss of CARB certification. These SKUs can no longer be sold as they do not meet CARB standards, but part
NTB15-079e
Apr 24, 2020
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
2005-2019 FRONTIER; MIL ON WITH DTC P0448 This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB20-026
Mar 31, 2020
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
2005-2019 FRONTIER; HIGH-MOUNTED STOP LAMP SERVICE PART SERVICE INFORMATION The mounting stud diameter for the high-mounted stop lamp service part has changed from 5 mm to a 6 mm. If for any reason the high-mounted stop lamp needs to
NTB15-079d
Feb 4, 2019
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
2005-2019 FRONTIER; MIL ON WITH DTC P0448 This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-097g
Jan 29, 2019
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ALL MODEL YEAR 2012 AND NEWER NISSAN VEHICLES; EVAP LEAK DTC P0442, P0455, P0456 INFORMATION This bulletin does NOT apply to LEAF vehicles and Titan XD vehicles with V8 diesel engine. This bulletin has been amended. See Amendment His
NTB17-082b
Jan 29, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
NISSAN; DTC P0456 CAUSED BY EVAP LEAK AT VENT CONTROL VALVE O-RING This bulletin does NOT apply to LEAF vehicles and Titan XD vehicles with V8 diesel engine. This bulletin has been amended. See Amendment History on the last page. Pl
NTB17-030a
Nov 28, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NISSAN; FUEL TANK IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO FILL This bulletin applies to Titan XD vehicles with a gas engine. The update below was sent out to Regions and Dealers in August of this year. We are re-circulating this update to make reg
Revision 1-NEVAP
Nov 28, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
OBD II EVAP Tube Warranty Enhancement The update below was sent out to Regions and Dealers in August of this year. We are re-circulating this update to make regional and dealer personnel aware that we are re-notifying customers at this
Revision 1-NEVAP
Nov 28, 2018
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
OBD II EVAP Tube Warranty Enhancement The update below was sent out to Regions and Dealers in August of this year. We are re-circulating this update to make regional and dealer personnel aware that we are re-notifying customers at this
NTB18-080
Nov 13, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT FLASHING INDICATING SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC MODE IF YOU CONFIRM The air bag warning light is flashing slowly (repeating 2 seconds ON, 2 seconds OFF). NOTE: If this should occur, the Air Bag Diagnosis Sensor Unit is in
NTB17-030a
Aug 16, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NISSAN; FUEL TANK IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO FILL This bulletin applies to Titan XD vehicles with a gas engine. This bulletin has been amended. Changes have been made throughout. It is necessary for you to read this revised procedure t
NTB17-030a
Aug 16, 2018
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NISSAN; FUEL TANK IS EXTREMELY DIFFICULT TO FILL This bulletin applies to Titan XD vehicles with a gas engine. This bulletin has been amended. Changes have been made throughout. It is necessary for you to read this revised procedure t
NTB03-074m
Apr 20, 2018
122000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS
FOG LAMP AND/OR HEADLAMP FOGGING This bulletin has been amended to add Fog Lamps and modify one step in the flow chart on page 3. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB03-074m
Apr 20, 2018
350000 EQUIPMENT
FOG LAMP AND/OR HEADLAMP FOGGING This bulletin has been amended to add Fog Lamps and modify one step in the flow chart on page 3. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB11-044c
Mar 23, 2018
200000 WHEELS
WHEEL BALANCING SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. The publication date has been revised to include the latest models and model years. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
REVISION 3_P7318
Jan 5, 2018
140000 AIR BAGS
Air Bag Control Unit Reprogram Voluntary Service Campaign UPDATE January 5, 2018 The announcement from October 6, 2017 has been revised: - Dealers may now use revised TSB NTB17-070 to resume repair of 2004-2006 model year vehicles. Pl
P7318
Oct 6, 2017
020000 SUSPENSION
Air Bag Control Unit Reprogram Voluntary Service Campaign UPDATE October 6, 2017 The announcement from August 15, 2017 has been revised to include: - Claims information for unintended airbag deployment (related to campaign) Temporary
P7318
Oct 6, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Air Bag Control Unit Reprogram Voluntary Service Campaign UPDATE October 6, 2017 The announcement from August 15, 2017 has been revised to include: - Claims information for unintended airbag deployment (related to campaign) Temporary
NTB11-044b
Sep 25, 2017
200000 WHEELS
WHEEL BALANCING SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. The publication date has been revised to include the latest models and model years. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB11-044b
Sep 25, 2017
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
WHEEL BALANCING SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. The publication date has been revised to include the latest models and model years. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB17-082a
Aug 21, 2017
042300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE
NISSAN; DTC P0456 CAUSED BY EVAP LEAK AT VENT CONTROL VALVE O-RING This bulletin has been amended. The APPLIED VEHICLES and CLAIMS INFORMATION sections have been revised. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions
REV1_P7318
Aug 15, 2017
141100 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
Air Bag Control Unit Reprogram Voluntary Service Campaign Temporary suspension of this campaign on all affected 2004-2006 model year vehicles. Nissan is aware of reprogramming concerns on 2004-2006 models subject to P7318 Air Bag Contro
REV1_P7318
Aug 15, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Air Bag Control Unit Reprogram Voluntary Service Campaign Temporary suspension of this campaign on all affected 2004-2006 model year vehicles. Nissan is aware of reprogramming concerns on 2004-2006 models subject to P7318 Air Bag Contro
P7318a
Jun 27, 2017
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Air Bag Control Unit Reprogram Software Update Notice ***** Campaign Update***** Updated software has been released to ASIST at 3:00 PM Central Time to address concerns with some vehicles not being able to complete the reprogramming. Th
P7318b
Jun 23, 2017
140000 AIR BAGS
Air Bag Control Unit Reprogram Voluntary Service Campaign ***** Campaign Summary***** Nissan is committed to customer satisfaction. Nissan is conducting a Voluntary Service Campaign to reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) in 2004-20
NTB17-071
Jun 22, 2017
140000 AIR BAGS
VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN 2012-2014 TITAN, FRONTIER, AND XTERRA; AIR BAG DIAGNOSIS SENSOR UNIT INTRODUCTION Nissan is conducting a voluntary service campaign on certain specific model year 2012- 2014 Titan, Frontier, and Xterra vehicle
NTB17-030
Mar 20, 2017
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
NISSAN; FUEL TANK IS SLOW OR DIFFICULT TO FILL IF YOU CONFIRM The fuel tank is slow or difficult to fill (filling nozzle shuts off before tank is full). IMPORTANT: Make sure this incident has been duplicated at a gas station by dealer
NTB17-030
Mar 20, 2017
071100 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
NISSAN; FUEL TANK IS SLOW OR DIFFICULT TO FILL IF YOU CONFIRM The fuel tank is slow or difficult to fill (filling nozzle shuts off before tank is full). IMPORTANT: Make sure this incident has been duplicated at a gas station by dealer
NTB13-021b
Mar 9, 2017
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
2010-2015 FRONTIER, 2010-2012 PATHFINDER AND XTERRA; VIBRATION WHILE IDLING This bulletin has been amended to add 2013-2015 Frontier and additional steps for that model range. Please discard the previous version of this bulletin.
NTB17-026
Mar 7, 2017
021000 SUSPENSION:FRONT
BALL JOINT AXIAL END PLAY PROCEDURE SERVICE INFORMATION When working on the front suspension, use the updated service information in this bulletin along with the Electronic Service Manual (ESM). The updated information in this bulletin
NTB17-026
Mar 7, 2017
350000 EQUIPMENT
BALL JOINT AXIAL END PLAY PROCEDURE SERVICE INFORMATION When working on the front suspension, use the updated service information in this bulletin along with the Electronic Service Manual (ESM). The updated information in this bulletin
NTB14-068b
Feb 6, 2017
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
POWER MOONROOF INITIALIZATION SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. The APPPLIED VEHICES section and step 3 on page 3 have been revised. No other changes have been made. Please discard all previous versions.
NTB12-051k
Dec 1, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
MIL ON WITH DTC P0101 This bulletin has been amended. The APPLIED VEHICLES section on this page and Table A on page 7 have been updated. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB15-079c
Nov 30, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
2005-2015 FRONTIER; MIL ON WITH DTC P0448 This bulletin has been amended to add steps to apply EPT foam to seal the fuel filler pipe and other minor changes made throughout. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB16-116
Nov 28, 2016
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
NISSAN; DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION FOR ABS DTC C1130 SERVICE INFORMATION When diagnosing for DTC C1130 (ENGINE SIGNAL): ECM related DTCs (P-codes) must be diagnosed, repaired, and DTCs erased first. - DTC C1130 is an ABS DTC that indicates
NTB13-097D
Aug 4, 2016
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
"ALL MODEL YEAR 2012 AND NEWER NISSAN VEHICLES; EVAP LEAK DTC P0442, P0455, P0456 INFORMATION THIS BULLETIN HAS BEEN AMENDED. THE TITLE HAS BEEN REVISED, AND THE BULLETIN NOW INCLUDES VEHICLES IN PRODUCTION AS OF THE DATE OF THIS UPDATE.
NTB11027B
Jun 9, 2016
190000 TIRES
SERVICE INFORMATION Temporary tire Flat Spotting is common on New Dealer In-Stock vehicles that have not been occasionally moved. Flat Spotting can occur after the vehicle has been parked (not moved) for a few days, or longer. In most c
NTB11027B
Jun 9, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
SERVICE INFORMATION Temporary tire Flat Spotting is common on New Dealer In-Stock vehicles that have not been occasionally moved. Flat Spotting can occur after the vehicle has been parked (not moved) for a few days, or longer. In most c
NTB14033B
May 10, 2016
100000 POWER TRAIN
SERVICE INFORMATION Replacement 5-speed rear wheel drive Automatic Transmission (A/T) assemblies and replacement control valves (valve bodies) now come with blank Transmission Control Modules (TCMs). Blank TCMs come without software and
NTB14033B
May 10, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE INFORMATION Replacement 5-speed rear wheel drive Automatic Transmission (A/T) assemblies and replacement control valves (valve bodies) now come with blank Transmission Control Modules (TCMs). Blank TCMs come without software and
NTB14033B
May 10, 2016
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
SERVICE INFORMATION Replacement 5-speed rear wheel drive Automatic Transmission (A/T) assemblies and replacement control valves (valve bodies) now come with blank Transmission Control Modules (TCMs). Blank TCMs come without software and
NTB09131B
Apr 13, 2016
355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement "Certification Label" or "VIN Plate / Label" may be needed. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. Th
NTB09131B
Apr 13, 2016
260000 FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement "Certification Label" or "VIN Plate / Label" may be needed. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. Th
NTB15044B
Mar 29, 2016
071110 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
SERVICE INFORMATION If the clip for the fuel filler cap tether becomes lost or is detached for any reason, it is no longer necessary to replace the fuel filler cap. The clip or "pin" is now available as a separate service part. NOTE -
NTB15044B
Mar 29, 2016
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE INFORMATION If the clip for the fuel filler cap tether becomes lost or is detached for any reason, it is no longer necessary to replace the fuel filler cap. The clip or "pin" is now available as a separate service part. NOTE -
NTB03074J
Feb 26, 2016
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SERVICE INFORMATION Occasionally customers may notice water vapor or fog in the headlamps. The information, illustrations, and flow chart in this bulletin are provided to help you in determining if an incident for water/condensation in
NTB15079A
Feb 19, 2016
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
IF YOU CONFIRM: The MIL is ON with DTC P0448 (EVAP canister vent control valve close) stored in the ECM. ACTION: 1. Replace the EVAP canister (canister) and EVAP canister vent control valve (vent control valve). 2. Remove the
NTB09081C
Jan 28, 2016
130000 VISIBILITY
SERVICE INFORMATION The purpose of this bulletin is to give Nissan dealers guidelines to help determine if windshield breakage is covered under warranty or is the customer?s responsibility. Nissan North America (NNA) is not responsible for
NTB09022G
Nov 20, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE INFORMATION Design and process changes have been made to improve battery voltage at dealer receipt. Our goal is to deliver vehicles to customers with a 12 volt battery in excellent condition. Proper dealership storage and maintena
NTB13028A
Nov 16, 2015
130000 VISIBILITY
SERVICE INFORMATION Windshield "foreign material" that is on the surface of the glass in some cases can be cleaned off with a very particular type and grade of steel wool. * Most any foreign material on the surface of the Windshield c
NTB14068A
Nov 16, 2015
130000 VISIBILITY
SERVICE INFORMATION Power moonroof initialization procedures for the Applied Vehicles have been revised. The procedure described in this bulletin differs from the procedure in the Electronic Service Manual (ESM). At a later date and where
NTB11069C
Oct 8, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
IF YOU CONFIRM The customer states HomeLink will not operate or has improper operation. ACTIONS 1. To significantly reduce unnecessary repairs, make sure: a. The vehicle is not in "Transit Mode" (if equipped). - Not in Transit Mode:
NTB11069C
Oct 8, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
IF YOU CONFIRM The customer states HomeLink will not operate or has improper operation. ACTIONS 1. To significantly reduce unnecessary repairs, make sure: a. The vehicle is not in "Transit Mode" (if equipped). - Not in Transit Mode:
NTB13088A
Sep 15, 2015
200000 WHEELS
SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has compiled Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) and Low Tire Pressure Warning System (LTPWS) information for: - Basic diagnosing of TPMS/LTPWS systems - Radio frequency interference causing a "No Da
NTB13088A
Sep 15, 2015
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has compiled Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) and Low Tire Pressure Warning System (LTPWS) information for: - Basic diagnosing of TPMS/LTPWS systems - Radio frequency interference causing a "No Da
NTB13088A
Sep 15, 2015
270000 LANE DEPARTURE
SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has compiled Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) and Low Tire Pressure Warning System (LTPWS) information for: - Basic diagnosing of TPMS/LTPWS systems - Radio frequency interference causing a "No Da
NTB13088A
Sep 15, 2015
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin has compiled Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) and Low Tire Pressure Warning System (LTPWS) information for: - Basic diagnosing of TPMS/LTPWS systems - Radio frequency interference causing a "No Da
NTB14057A
Aug 6, 2015
103200 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT
SERVICE INFORMATION The information in this bulletin is provided to help ensure correct diagnosis and repair of fluid leaks. All fluid leaks, when properly diagnosed, should be repaired (whether under warranty or customer pay) to ensure
NTB15060
Jul 6, 2015
010000 STEERING
SERVICE INFORMATION When servicing run flat tires or low profile tires: - Special equipment and procedures are required to avoid damage. - Specifically, Tire Pressure Monitor transmitters (TPMS sensors) can be damaged when imprope
NTB15060
Jul 6, 2015
200000 WHEELS
SERVICE INFORMATION When servicing run flat tires or low profile tires: - Special equipment and procedures are required to avoid damage. - Specifically, Tire Pressure Monitor transmitters (TPMS sensors) can be damaged when imprope
NTB15060
Jul 6, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE INFORMATION When servicing run flat tires or low profile tires: - Special equipment and procedures are required to avoid damage. - Specifically, Tire Pressure Monitor transmitters (TPMS sensors) can be damaged when imprope
NTB15060
Jul 6, 2015
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
SERVICE INFORMATION When servicing run flat tires or low profile tires: - Special equipment and procedures are required to avoid damage. - Specifically, Tire Pressure Monitor transmitters (TPMS sensors) can be damaged when imprope
NTB15060
Jul 6, 2015
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
SERVICE INFORMATION When servicing run flat tires or low profile tires: - Special equipment and procedures are required to avoid damage. - Specifically, Tire Pressure Monitor transmitters (TPMS sensors) can be damaged when imprope
NTB15055
Jun 24, 2015
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
SERVICE INFORMATION After ECM reprogramming, the Calibration Verification Number (CVN) needs to be automatically calculated prior to State emissions testing (also known as Inspection Maintainence, I/M, or SMOG testing depending upon loca
NTB15043
May 7, 2015
200000 WHEELS
SERVICE INFORMATION The appearance of painted alloy wheels can be damaged if acidic cleaners are used. DO NOT use Chrome Wheel Cleaner on Painted Wheels. Many chrome wheel cleaners have acidic ingredients. Make sure to follow all instruct
NTB15036
Apr 21, 2015
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SERVICE INFORMATION The applied vehicles are equipped with automatic door locks that lock all doors when the vehicle speed reaches 15 MPH. There is no instruction in the Owner?s Manual on auto-lock function deactivation. All doors unlo
NTB15036
Apr 21, 2015
140000 AIR BAGS
SERVICE INFORMATION The applied vehicles are equipped with automatic door locks that lock all doors when the vehicle speed reaches 15 MPH. There is no instruction in the Owner?s Manual on auto-lock function deactivation. All doors unlo
NTB15036
Apr 21, 2015
150000 SEAT BELTS
SERVICE INFORMATION The applied vehicles are equipped with automatic door locks that lock all doors when the vehicle speed reaches 15 MPH. There is no instruction in the Owner?s Manual on auto-lock function deactivation. All doors unlo
NTB15036
Apr 21, 2015
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SERVICE INFORMATION The applied vehicles are equipped with automatic door locks that lock all doors when the vehicle speed reaches 15 MPH. There is no instruction in the Owner?s Manual on auto-lock function deactivation. All doors unlo
NTB15036
Apr 21, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE INFORMATION The applied vehicles are equipped with automatic door locks that lock all doors when the vehicle speed reaches 15 MPH. There is no instruction in the Owner?s Manual on auto-lock function deactivation. All doors unlo
NTB10112E
Mar 16, 2015
200000 WHEELS
SERVICE INFORMATION For vehicles delivered to the dealers with wheel protector covers - Do not remove the wheel protector covers during Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) - Wheel protector covers help prevent cosmetic rotor corrosion. See
NTB99060G
Mar 11, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE INFORMATION NOTE - Failure to follow the procedures in this bulletin may result in the denial of a warranty claim. In an effort to protect the paint finish, Paint Guard Film (PGF) is applied on many new Nissan vehicles. Paint
NTB12078A
Feb 6, 2015
010000 STEERING
SERVICE INFORMATION When diagnosing possible power steering gear (rack and pinion steering rack, or steering rack) leak issues, it may appear the steering rack is leaking when actually, it?s not. Use this service bulletin to help make a
NTB12078A
Feb 6, 2015
100000 POWER TRAIN
SERVICE INFORMATION When diagnosing possible power steering gear (rack and pinion steering rack, or steering rack) leak issues, it may appear the steering rack is leaking when actually, it?s not. Use this service bulletin to help make a
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, NISSAN FRONTIER
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
DP26003
Opened: Mar 30, 2026
Fuel smell and loss of motive power
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) received a Petition dated February 5, 2026, requesting an investigation into model year (MY) 2006 Nissan Frontier vehicles. The Petitioner alleges that the vehicle poses an imminent fire hazard due to “[a] powerful and persistent odor of raw gasoline” th... Read more
DP12004
Opened: Jun 11, 2012 , Closed: Oct 22, 2016
Transmission Failures
On February 29, 2012 the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) received a letter petitioning the agency to conduct a defect investigation into MY 2005-2010 Nissan Pathfinder, Frontier, and Xterra vehicles [the subject vehicles] for automatic transmission failures related to failed t... Read more
PE02052
Opened: Jun 20, 2002 , Closed: Dec 3, 2002
FUEL SPILL DURING REFUELING
NISSAN FRONTIER - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the NISSAN FRONTIER across all model years (1998, 2026).
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Total Recalls
4,480
Total Complaints
3
Investigations
199
Reported Crashes
63
Reported Fires
7
Reported Deaths
NISSAN FRONTIER - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 1 | 6 | View |
| 2025 | 3 | 9 | View |
| 2024 | 3 | 28 | View |
| 2023 | 1 | 115 | View |
| 2022 | 6 | 194 | View |
| 2021 | 2 | 25 | View |
| 2020 | 2 | 34 | View |
| 2019 | 1 | 39 | View |
| 2018 | 2 | 29 | View |
| 2017 | 1 | 45 | View |
| 2016 | 1 | 55 | View |
| 2015 | 0 | 48 | View |
| 2014 | 2 | 50 | View |
| 2013 | 1 | 65 | View |
| 2012 (current) | 3 | 98 | |
| 2011 | 1 | 84 | View |
| 2010 | 6 | 76 | View |
| 2009 | 5 | 44 | View |
| 2008 | 6 | 187 | View |
| 2007 | 2 | 699 | View |
| 2006 | 7 | 836 | View |
| 2005 | 6 | 750 | View |
| 2004 | 4 | 89 | View |
| 2003 | 7 | 92 | View |
| 2002 | 8 | 152 | View |
| 2001 | 7 | 155 | View |
| 2000 | 6 | 224 | View |
| 1999 | 5 | 106 | View |
| 1998 | 5 | 146 | View |