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2016 Nissan Frontier: recalls and problems

1 recall and 43 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is air bags.

1recalls
43complaints
3crashes reported
1fires reported
3injuries reported

Recalls

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Most common problems

  • Air Bags10 · 23%
  • Unknown Or Other9 · 21%
  • Fuel/Propulsion System8 · 19%
  • Engine8 · 19%
  • Structure4 · 9%
  • Power Train3 · 7%
  • Service Brakes3 · 7%
  • Wheels2 · 5%
  • Steering2 · 5%
  • Electrical System2 · 5%

What owners report

Unknown Or Other

Our 2016 nissan fronter has a slow air leak on the tires after haveing them checked by a tire dealer it was found the tire pressure sensor (tps) was leaking at the core dealer was unable to remove the core or the nut that holds the tps on the wheel. galvonic reaction had welded all in place . dealer cut the valve off and replaced with a new tps (non metal) as is there pratice as they have had problems with metal ones

Fuel/Propulsion System

I am experiencing a fuel pump issue that stalls the engine while driving. the issue will sometimes go away if i first loosen the fuel cap on the gas tank to relieve built up pressure but after driving for 10 to 15 minutes or so the vehicle will begin to jerk while accelerating then it will stall and cut off. i have to wait a few minutes once it cuts off and then i can start the engine up again and drive for another 1

Structure

A loud squeaking has developed during every day driving. after inspecting - the front right truck bed mounting location has cracked and failed.

Fuel/Propulsion System

While fueling at different gas stations the tank spills/belches gas all over. this is a major safety issue and needs recalled. there are endless complaints on [xxx] of similar issues occurring to other frontier owners. i took it to my local mechanic and was quoted over $800 to replace all 5 components of the system as nissan has suggested in a bulletin for mechanics. if nissan is aware of this issue enough to issue

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2016 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC 4WDNot ratedNot ratedNot rated★★★★★
2016 Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC RWDNot ratedNot ratedNot rated★★★★★
2016 Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC 4WDNot ratedNot ratedNot rated★★★★★
2016 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC RWDNot ratedNot ratedNot rated★★★★★

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Frontier. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.