2013 Nissan Frontier: recalls and problems
1 recall and 48 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is air bags.
Most common problems
What owners report
The contact owns a 2013 nissan frontier. the contact stated that the air bag warning light was illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the air bag sensor located in front of the radiator had failed and needed to be replaced; however, the vehicle was not repaired because the part number: 98581-9bd8a; had been on backorder for approximately 6-12 months. the dealer was
Odometer fraud. the contact purchased a 2013 nissan frontier. the vehicle was purchased in a private sale. it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. at the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 98,107, and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 183,101. the carfax report and the last report were in 2022.
Air bag light will not go off. afraid will deploy. dealer no problem just censor. did not have part to fix.
In summer 2023 driving on uneven country road in upstate new york hit a pothole and my airbag warning light came on. then started to flash. truck is still drivable but now the seatbelts no longer lock in place during a sudden stop did research online nissan has a voluntary service campaign for this exact issue. campaign id p7318 i made appointment with koeppel nissan. had to wait weeks then they canceled my sch
Crash-test ratings
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | |
| 2013 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | |
| 2013 Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | |
| 2013 Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated |
Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Frontier. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.