Worst 2016 Nissan Frontier Problems
Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.
Airbags
Engine Problems
Fuel System
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All Problems by Category
Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2016 Nissan Frontier.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Avg Mileage | Volume |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 10 | 2 | — | 49,380 mi | |
| Engine Problems | 8 | — | 1 | 50,500 mi | |
| Fuel System | 8 | — | — | 29,005 mi | |
| Body Structure | 4 | — | 1 | — | |
| Transmission / Drivetrain | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Brakes | 3 | — | — | — | |
| Electrical Faults | 2 | — | 1 | — | |
| Steering Defects | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wheel Issues | 2 | 1 | — | — | |
| Electronic Stability Control | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Seat Belt Issues | 1 | — | — | — | |
| Suspension Failures | 1 | 1 | — | — | |
| Wipers & Visibility | 1 | — | — | — |
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Recalls for 2016 Nissan Frontier
1 NHTSA recall campaign affecting ~1,554 vehicles.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016 Frontier V6 vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to March 7, 2016. The starter motor wire harness may have been installed in an incorrect position, allowing the starter harness terminal to contact the heat shield and result in an electrical short.
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2016 Nissan Frontier — FAQ
Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.
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Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.
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