This page covers 2 recalls, 57 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2023 Nissan Frontier.
19–20 mpg combined
11.8–12.4 L/100km
Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 2 tested variants for this model year.
Complaints about the 2023 Frontier cluster most heavily around the engine, forward collision avoidance system, and electrical system. On the engine side, owners report stalling while driving, sometimes repeatedly, with the vehicle unable to restart, and in some cases dealers can't replicate the fault. The forward collision avoidance system draws nearly as many complaints, with owners describing unintended braking activation and, in a few reports, unexpected acceleration events tied to the system's behavior in low-speed situations. Electrical complaints include a recurring pattern around the brake stop lamp switch, where owners describe the switch overheating and showing visible charring inside the housing. A smaller number of reports mention steering issues, including one account of the steering locking up in low-visibility conditions.
57
Total Complaints
4
Crash-Related
2
Fire-Related
2
With Injuries
By System
The 2023 Nissan Frontier has two recalls, both involving tires that can lose pressure or fail while driving, raising the risk of losing control of the vehicle.
Both recalls trace to damage in the bead area of the tire, where the tire seals against the rim. In one case, a tear in the inner bead can cause a sudden, rapid pressure drop. In the other, damage from the original tire mounting process can create a slower air leak that worsens over time and may eventually lead to tire failure. The spare tire on certain trucks may also be affected by the second issue.
At a glance
What can fail
The tire bead—where the tire seals against the rim—may have been damaged during mounting. This damage can cause air to leak out over time, potentially leading to tire failure.
What the fix does
Nissan will mail you instructions to visit a dealership, where technicians will inspect your tires and replace any affected ones.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The inner edge of the tires may have a tear, causing the tire to lose air pressure rapidly.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace all four road tires and inspect and replace the spare tire if needed, at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
