Last updated: 2026-04-20

2024 Nissan Frontier Reliability Report
The 2024 Nissan Frontier scores 77/100 ("Good"). With 3 recalls and 14 owner complaints, reliability is acceptable but not class-leading.
Recalls
3
Complaints
14
Complaint Rate
2per 10,000 sold
Est. Repair Cost
$470
Annual Fuel Cost
$2,850–$3,150
Detailed Score Breakdown
Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume
Independent repair cost ratings
Recall count weighted by severity
Breadth of reported problem categories
The Verdict
Acceptable reliability — worth considering with a pre-purchase inspection.
Top Issues to Watch
- POWER TRAIN (3)
- SERVICE BRAKES (2)
- FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (2)
Should You Buy the 2024 Nissan Frontier?
At 77/100, the 2024 Nissan Frontier lands in "Good" territory — acceptable, but not class-leading.
Owners log 14 complaints on this model year — enough to suggest attention is needed, but no single failure mode dominates yet.
Get a pre-purchase inspection on any used example, with extra attention to power train (3). An extended warranty is worth pricing out.
Compared to the 2025 Nissan Frontier, which scored 7 points higher. See also the 2021 Nissan Frontier for an earlier comparison.
Pros
- +Acceptable reliability score
- +$78 cheaper to maintain than avg midsize trucks
- +Infrequent unscheduled repairs
- +Low major repair risk (12%)
Cons
- −Moderate recall count
- −POWER TRAIN issues reported (3 complaints)
- −SERVICE BRAKES issues reported (2 complaints)
Compare 2024 Nissan Frontier With

2024 Toyota Tacoma
Reliability: 55/100

2024 Ford Ranger
Reliability: 72/100

2024 Chevrolet Colorado
Reliability: 76/100

2024 GMC Canyon
Reliability: 79/100

2024 Jeep Gladiator
Reliability: 59/100
Common Problem Categories
Safety
LOW RISK- 3 manufacturer recalls issued
Other
HIGH RISK- POWER TRAIN (3)
- SERVICE BRAKES (2)
Recall Overview
3
recalls on record
A moderate 3 recalls are on file for the 2024 Nissan Frontier. Each one points to a specific safety or compliance issue identified by the manufacturer or NHTSA — check the list below before buying.
NHTSA.gov →Complaint Breakdown
2
per 10,000 soldSegment avg: 4.1
Safety Incidents
0
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
NHTSA 4/5 Stars
Data sourced from NHTSA complaint filings and manufacturer recall notices. Complaint narratives are owner-reported.
2024 Nissan Frontier Recall Details
3 recalls have been issued for the 2024 Nissan Frontier. All recall repairs are performed free of charge at authorized dealerships.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Nissan Frontier vehicles. The right-side headlight assemblies may have missing or illegible headlight aim markings, which can result in improperly aimed headlights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Consequence
Improperly aimed headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the right-side headlight as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 20, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PD121.
SUSPENSION, STEERING
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Frontier vehicles. The front right-side lower link may have been manufactured with an oversized ball joint, which can result in corrosion and ball joint separation from the front right-side lower link.
Consequence
Ball joint separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front right-side lower link, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PD109.
AIR BAGS
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sentra, Versa, Kicks, Infiniti QX50, and 2023 Rogue vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.
Consequence
An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD103, PD104, and PMA34.
Buying a used 2024 Nissan Frontier? Check its history first
Every 2024 Nissan Frontier has a different past. A VIN check reveals hidden accidents, title problems, odometer rollbacks, and open recalls that reliability scores can't show you.
- Accidents
- Open Recalls
- Title History
- Odometer Rollback
2024 Nissan Frontier NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall Safety Rating
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)
Gas Powertrain
Rollover risk: 20.4%
Safety Technologies
Nissan FrontierRepair Costs & Maintenance
Maintenance Rating
4Maintenance rating: 4 out of 5Based on NHTSA complaint patterns, recall severity, and publicly available cost benchmarks.
Est. Annual Maintenance
$470
vs $548 avg for midsize trucks
vs $652 avg for all vehicles
Repair Frequency
0.2
unscheduled repair visits per year
Severe Repair Probability
12%
chance of a major repair
Annual Cost Comparison
Category-level averages derived from publicly available industry reports (AAA, CarMD). Model-level estimates produced by Auto Reliability Index.
Nissan Frontier Resale Value
The Nissan Frontier is estimated to retain about 82.3% of its original value after 5 years, based on observed used-car listings.
This benchmark covers the Nissan Frontier model overall and is not specific to the 2024 model year.
- Value Retained
- 82.3%
- Depreciation
- 17.7%
- Listings Analyzed
- 170
after 5 years
over the same period
U.S. used-car listings
Listings observed in . This is a historical market benchmark, not a current price quote.
Explore Nissan Frontier depreciation and resale value on CarResaleValue.comMPG & Annual Running Costs
Gas
19–21 MPG
Running cost: $3,300–$3,600/yr
Fuel + repair
18 city / 21–24 hwy MPG
Running cost includes EPA fuel-cost estimate and independent repair-cost data (repair cost estimated at model level). Excludes routine maintenance, depreciation, and insurance. Data as of 2024 EPA label cycle.
Gas trims
| Trim | Drive | Trans. | City | Hwy | Comb | Fuel Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier 2WD 3.8L 6-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 18 | 24 | 21 | $2,850 |
| Frontier 4WD 3.8L 6-cyl | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 18 | 22 | 20 | $3,000 |
| Frontier 4WD PRO4X 3.8L 6-cyl | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic (S9) | 18 | 21 | 19 | $3,150 |
Used Buying Checklist
Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2024 Nissan Frontier.
Test for transmission hesitation when accelerating from a stop
Inspect brake system for unusual wear or damage
Check for any active recalls and ensure they are addressed
Verify that the passenger airbag warning light functions correctly
Examine the paint and clear coat for thin or pitted areas
Test adaptive cruise control for proper acceleration response
2024 Nissan Frontier Common Problems by Component
14 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.
POWER TRAIN
3 complaintsOwners of the 2024 Nissan Frontier frequently report issues with the power train, particularly concerning the transmission. Complaints often describe a delay or hesitation when accelerating from a stop, which some owners attribute to the transmission searching for the correct gear. This hesitation is noted to occur during turns and while merging into traffic, leading to concerns about potential safety risks, especially in situations with oncoming traffic. In some cases, drivers experience the vehicle unexpectedly gearing down and becoming stuck in a lower gear, with attempts to manually shift proving ineffective. These issues are reported shortly after purchase, within the first few hundred miles, and are sometimes acknowledged by service advisors during test drives, though official service records may not always reflect these findings.
SERVICE BRAKES
2 complaintsOwners report issues with the braking system of the 2024 Nissan Frontier, with symptoms including illuminated ABS warning lights and ineffective braking. One complaint describes the parking brake engaging while driving, leading to extensive damage to the rear braking system, while another mentions brake failure in cold weather, resulting in a minor collision. These incidents occur within approximately one year of vehicle ownership. Safety implications include potential loss of braking control and vehicle damage, which buyers should consider when evaluating used models.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
2 complaintsOwners of the 2024 Nissan Frontier report experiencing a throttle delay when attempting to accelerate from a stopped position, such as at red lights or stop signs. This delay, described as lasting a few seconds, occurs when drivers press the gas pedal but the vehicle does not immediately respond. Complaints indicate that this issue is ongoing and has been noted since the purchase of the vehicle, with no specific mileage range provided. Both complainants express that this hesitation has led to near-collision situations, highlighting a potential safety concern when merging into traffic. Owners mention that dealership service departments have not identified a defect, suggesting the issue may be recognized but not resolved.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING (1 complaints)
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
1 complaintlighting is not sufficient for seeing far enough ahead on low beam and high beam is more like regular, when turning there is hardly any lighting within the turn making it dangerous in my opinion. i recommend slowing almost to stop before making a turn especially to the right.also i have had to get my right headlight repaired by nissan within the first 2 months of purchase in july and august of 2024. the right headlight went completely out both times. the lighting on my vehichle is terrible also i notice the breaking is not that great as it takes to long to come to complete stop with normal braking pressure...i also do not like the auto idle when coming to a stop as if you have to accelerate quickly it causes a hesitation. could be bad in an emergency type situation
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1 complaints)
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1 complaintWe have a fleet of 2023-2025 Nissan Frontiers. Starting in December of 2024 we began having problems with the vehicles electrical system going wild and shutting the trucks down. It causes all of the lights to come on and the truck to stall and not restart, We did not realize that we had a problem until it happened to multiple vehicles over the last several months. A few of them were brought to the dealership where we were told they could not find any problems and just replaced the batteries. So, when some of the others did it, we just replaced the batteries ourselves. This week asked again if there was a known issue and were told Nissan only knows of a battery drain issue. These vehicles are shutting down sometimes while our people are driving them. They also try to restart themselves sometimes. They are automatically applying the breaks when this happens wile the ABS light comes on. This is an extremely dangerous situation for our fleet drivers as well as the motoring public. It has happened to 10 of the 15 Frontiers that we own.
STRUCTURE (1 complaints)
STRUCTURE
1 complaintThe contact owns a 2024 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that while unhooking the driver’s side sun visor to block the sun, the sun visor swung back and struck the contact in the face. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer and the failure was acknowledged; however, the contact was informed that a replacement part was on backorder. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was given the same information as the dealer. The contact stated that due to a medical condition and the medication needed to treat the condition, he must be examined by a medical professional whenever his body gets hit, to ensure that he remains in good health. The contact had sent several emails to the manufacturer for updates and received replies that there was no update on an ETA for the part. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 200.
SUSPENSION (1 complaints)
SUSPENSION
1 complaintSway bar was loose from manufacturer. Purchased 7/31. In the first two weeks of driving, I noticed an unusual sound when I turned the vehicle hard one way. At first I thought it was the frame flexing as it was new, however, it seemed to get worse. I noticed the steering become more loose as days went on. I called my salesman who asked me to bring it in to have service take a look. Turns out that the swaybar was not screwed in tight or heck may have been missing a few bolts. Service center said that it came that way from the factory. Doesn't appear that service did a thorough look over when they rcvd the vehicle off the truck. They fixed it, no issue and did so timely. Second, I also noticed that it seems as if the clear coat on the paint job on the front two fenders and hood was missed. The layer, if any, is very very thin and almost non existent. I also noticed that the paint is very thin as if perhaps one coat. It is also a bit pitted almost on the hood and front left fender as if something was sprayed like overspray and the paint is almost pitted in those areas.
STEERING (1 complaints)
STEERING
1 complaint2024 Nissan vehicle was sold from Rock Hill Nissan with open voluntary recall on FRONT RH LOWER LINK on 7.18.2024. DEALER RESPONSIBILITY It is the dealer’s responsibility to check Service COMM or Dealer Business Systems (DBS) National Service History for the campaign status on each vehicle falling within the range of this voluntary safety recall which for any reason enters the service department. This includes vehicles purchased from private parties or presented by transient (tourist) owners and vehicles in a dealer’s inventory. Federal law requires that new vehicles in dealer inventory which are the subject of a safety recall must be corrected prior to sale. Failure to do so can result in civil penalties by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. While federal law applies only to new vehicles, Nissan strongly encourages dealers to correct any used vehicles in their inventory before they are retailed. Repair was complete on 7.28.2024 at Nissan of Gastonia. it took 4 hours. I'm unable to locate the paperwork but can request from dealership.
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL (1 complaints)
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
1 complaintThe contact owns a 2024 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated while driving 76 MPH with the Adaptive Cruise Control feature activated, the contact attempted to pass a semi-truck; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as needed. The contact stated that the vehicle fishtailed. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed. The contact stated that the dealer advised the contact that the failure was not a known failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 2,000.
AIR BAGS (1 complaints)
AIR BAGS
1 complaintPassenger airbag warning light is on and will not turn off on the panel after 7 seconds, as the Owner Manual states. This has been happening for 3 days so far. I has never turned off since it was first noticed.
When Do 2024 Nissan Frontier Problems Start?
Based on owner complaint patterns, here's when common issues tend to appear.
Best & Worst Nissan Frontier Years
Comprehensive reliability analysis based on NHTSA data, owner complaints, and historical performance.
Best Nissan Frontier Years to Buy
Based on reliability index scoreThe best Nissan Frontier year is 2025 with a reliability score of 84/100, rated excellent. Other strong picks include 2021 (84/100) and 2019 (80/100).
Nissan Frontier Years to Avoid
No Nissan Frontier years are statistical outliers in our data.
All model years score consistently well. The Nissan Frontier maintains one of the highest industry standards for long-term durability across its entire production span.
Nissan Frontier Reliability Score Trend
Nissan Frontier reliability has remained consistent across model years, averaging 80/100.
Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.
| Year | Score | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 79/100 | Good |
| 2019 | 80/100 | Excellent |
| 2020 | 78/100 | Good |
| 2021 | 84/100 | Excellent |
| 2024 | 77/100 | Good |
| 2025 | 84/100 | Excellent |
| 2026 | 77/100 | Good |
Nissan Frontier Reliability Compared to Other Years
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How We Calculate Reliability Scores
Auto Reliability Index scores are calculated on a 0–100 scale using a weighted formula that combines multiple public data sources. Each factor is weighted based on its predictive value for real-world ownership experience.
Key Ranking Factors
Complaint Severity
NHTSA owner complaints weighted by component category (e.g., powertrain, safety systems, electronics, cosmetic) — safety-critical issues carry more weight than cosmetic ones. Adjusted for sales volume so high-volume models aren't unfairly penalized.
Repair Costs
Independent reliability ratings based on repair frequency, average repair costs, and severity of typical repairs for each model.
Recall Impact
Number of NHTSA recalls weighted by severity. “Stop driving” and fire-risk recalls are penalized more heavily than minor software or labeling recalls.
Issue Diversity
Measures how many major vehicle systems (engine, transmission, electrical, braking, etc.) have recorded complaints. A vehicle with issues spread across many systems may indicate systemic quality issues.
Scores are grouped into four tiers:
- 80–100: Excellent— Top-tier reliability, minimal issues
- 60–79: Good— Reliable with some minor concerns
- 40–59: Mixed— Notable issues, research before buying
- 0–39: Risky— Significant problems, proceed with caution
Data is sourced from NHTSA recall records, owner complaint filings, and independent repair databases. Scores are recalculated as new data becomes available. While the weighting model is proprietary, all underlying data sources are public and traceable.
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