Complaints
224
Crashes
20
Fires
6
Injuries
13
Fatalities
—
Recalls
0
Worst 2000 Nissan Frontier Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
#119 complaints
Tire Defects
Avg mileage:120,938 mi
#213 complaints
Gasoline Fuel System
Avg mileage:81,489 mi
#39 complaints
Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2000 Nissan Frontier.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tire Defects | 19 | — | — | 120,938 mi | |
| Gasoline Fuel System | 13 | — | — | 81,489 mi | |
| Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft | 9 | — | — | — | |
| Fuel System | 8 | — | 1 | 109,681 mi | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip | 8 | 3 | — | — | |
| Suspension:Front | 8 | — | — | 22,000 mi | |
| Unintended Acceleration | 8 | — | — | — | |
| Airbags | 7 | 1 | — | 158,250 mi | |
| Tires:Tread/Belt | 7 | 1 | — | 52,420 mi | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 6 | 1 | — | 139,212 mi | |
| Suspension:Rear | 6 | — | — | 63,000 mi | |
| Air Bags:Frontal | 5 | 5 | — | 109,500 mi | |
| Automatic Transmission | 5 | 2 | — | 131,333 mi | |
| Suspension Failures | 5 | 1 | — | 32,000 mi | |
| Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Linkages | 5 | — | — | 123,840 mi | |
| Electrical Faults | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Structural Problems | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Tires:Sidewall | 4 | — | — | — | |
| Wiring & Fuses | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Headlight/Taillight Failures | 3 | — | 1 | — | |
| Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Fuel Pump | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Manual Transmission | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Hydraulic Brakes | 3 | 1 | — | — | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components | 3 | — | — | — |
Tire Defects
19
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
120,938
Gasoline Fuel System
13
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
81,489
Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft
9
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel System
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
109,681
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
8
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Suspension:Front
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
22,000
Unintended Acceleration
8
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Airbags
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
158,250
Tires:Tread/Belt
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
52,420
Transmission / Drivetrain
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
139,212
Suspension:Rear
6
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
63,000
Air Bags:Frontal
5
complaints
Crashes
5
Fires
—
Avg Miles
109,500
Automatic Transmission
5
complaints
Crashes
2
Fires
—
Avg Miles
131,333
Suspension Failures
5
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
32,000
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer:Linkages
5
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
123,840
Electrical Faults
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Electrical System:12v/24v/48v Battery
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Equipment:Appliance:Air Conditioner
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Structural Problems
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Tires:Sidewall
4
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Wiring & Fuses
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Headlight/Taillight Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
1
Avg Miles
—
Exterior Lighting:Tail Lights
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Fuel Pump
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Manual Transmission
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Hydraulic Brakes
3
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
3
complaints
Crashes
—
Fires
—
Avg Miles
—
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2000 Nissan Frontier — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
Is the 2000 Nissan Frontier reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2000 Nissan Frontier has 224 NHTSA complaints, 20 crash-related, and 0 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Tire Defects with 19 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2000 Nissan Frontier?
Top reported problems: Tire Defects (19 complaints, avg 120,938 mi); Gasoline Fuel System (13 complaints, avg 81,489 mi); Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft (9 complaints). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2000 Nissan Frontier?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 96,617 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2000 Nissan Frontier?
NHTSA complaints for the 2000 Nissan Frontier include 20 crash-related reports, 6 fire reports, 13 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2000 Nissan Frontier have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns have been issued for the 2000 Nissan Frontier as of the latest data sync. Verify by VIN for the most current status — new recalls can be issued years after a model year ships.
Should I buy a 2000 Nissan Frontier?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.
Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
Wider context: See the full Nissan Frontier reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.
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