Last updated: 2026-10-10

2024 Nissan Frontier
RELIABILITY SCORE: 77/100 (GOOD)

2024 Nissan Frontier Reliability Report

The 2024 Nissan Frontier has good reliability, but owners report a delay of several seconds when pulling away from a stop.

Recalls

3

Complaints

14

Complaint Rate

2per 10,000 sold

Est. Repair Cost

$470

Annual Fuel Cost

$2,850–$3,150

Detailed Score Breakdown

Complaint Severity74/100

Component-weighted complaints normalized by sales volume

Repair Costs80/100

Independent repair cost ratings

Recall Impact75/100

Recall count weighted by severity

Issue Diversity79/100

Breadth of reported problem categories

The Verdict

Consider

Good standing and lower estimated repair costs, but a delay pulling away from a stop and three recalls make it one of the weaker Frontier years.

Top Issues to Watch

  • POWER TRAIN (3)
  • SERVICE BRAKES (2)
  • FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (2)

Should You Buy the 2024 Nissan Frontier?

This is a good used truck with one clear weak spot. Reliability stands above average against other 2024 trucks, but it sits among the weaker of the seven Frontier years we score. The 2025 model rates better and shows no complaints or recalls, though a newer year has had less time to collect them. Estimated repair costs for the Frontier run lower than its class, at $470 a year against $548.

The main complaint is a delay when pulling away. Owners press the gas from a stop and wait a few seconds for the truck to move. Some also feel hesitation or slipping in a turn, unexpected downshifts, or a truck stuck in one gear. These reports come within days of purchase, and dealers have called the delay normal transmission behavior. Drivers say it is risky when merging or crossing traffic. Two brake complaints describe a rear brake system ruined after the parking brake stayed engaged, with repairs not covered by warranty. Federal records list three recalls: exterior lighting, suspension and steering, and air bags.

Test drive it from a dead stop and into traffic. Ask for proof that all three recalls were completed, and have the rear brakes checked.

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: Pressing the gas from a stop can bring a delay of a few seconds before the... (3 complaints)
  • −SERVICE BRAKES issues reported (2 complaints)

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Common Problem Categories

Safety

LOW RISK
  • 3 manufacturer recalls issued

Other

HIGH RISK
  • POWER TRAIN (3)
  • SERVICE BRAKES (2)

See detailed breakdown by component ↓

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 sold

Segment avg: 3.7

LowAvgHigh
Low

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.

24V5820002024-08-06

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.

24V4790002024-06-26

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.

24V1540002024-02-27

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.

VIN History Report

Buying a used 2024 Nissan Frontier? Check its history first

Power train problems lead owner complaints about the 2024 Nissan Frontier, and 3 recalls were issued for it. A VIN check shows whether this car's recall work was done, plus accident, title, and odometer history.

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  • Accidents
  • Open Recalls
  • Title History
  • Odometer Rollback

2024 Nissan Frontier NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall Safety Rating

Overall safety rating: 4 out of 5
Crash Test Results by Configuration (expand)

Gas Powertrain

Driver: 3/5Passenger: 4/5

Rollover risk: 20.4%

Safety Technologies

Dynamic Head Restraints (Not Available)Head Restraint (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Advanced Belt Feature (Not Available)Seat Belt Pretensioners (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Seat Belt Load Limiters (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Adjustable Upper Belt Anchorage (Driver, Front Passenger)Seat Belt Reminder System (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Frontal Air Bag (Driver, Front Passenger)Head Protection (Driver, Front Passenger, 2nd row)Torso and/or Pelvis Protection (Driver, Front Passenger)Knee (Driver, Front Passenger)Additional Air Bags (N/A)Meets Side Air Bag Out-of-Position Requirements (Yes)LATCH Locations (2nd row)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) (Standard/Optional)Safety Power Windows (Anti-Pinch) locations (Driver/Roof)
View full safety data on NHTSA.gov →

Nissan FrontierRepair Costs & Maintenance

Maintenance Rating

4Maintenance rating: 4 out of 5

Based 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

Frontier
$470
Category Avg
$548
All Vehicles
$652

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%

after 5 years

Depreciation
17.7%

over the same period

Listings Analyzed
170

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.com

MPG & 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
TrimDriveTrans.CityHwyCombFuel Cost
Frontier 2WD 3.8L 6-cylRear-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S9)182421$2,850
Frontier 4WD 3.8L 6-cylPart-time 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S9)182220$3,000
Frontier 4WD PRO4X 3.8L 6-cylPart-time 4-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S9)182119$3,150

Used Buying Checklist

Key things to inspect or verify before purchasing a 2024 Nissan Frontier.

  • From a full stop, press the gas several times and note any delay of a few seconds before the truck moves.

  • Make several turns from a stop and feel for hesitation or a slipping sensation as the truck pulls away.

  • Use manual shift mode on the test drive and confirm it changes gears and does not stick in a low gear.

  • Watch whether the truck pulls away from a stop in 2nd gear instead of 1st.

  • Confirm the parking brake releases fully and its warning light goes out before driving off.

  • Listen for banging from the rear and watch for an ABS warning light during the drive.

  • Ask for service records showing visits for hesitation complaints or rear brake, hub, or axle replacement.

  • On a cold morning, test the brakes at walking speed before driving into traffic.

2024 Nissan Frontier Common Problems by Component

14 owner complaints grouped by vehicle system.

3
2
2
2
POWER TRAIN (3)SERVICE BRAKES (2)FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM (2)EXTERIOR LIGHTING (1)ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (1)STRUCTURE (1)SUSPENSION (1)STEERING (1)Other (2)

POWER TRAIN

3 complaints

Pressing the gas from a stop can bring a delay of a few seconds before the truck moves. Some trucks also hesitate or feel like the transmission is slipping partway through a turn. Others downshift for no clear reason, stay stuck in that gear even when shifted manually, or pull away in 2nd gear. These complaints come up within days of purchase. Drivers say it creates a crash risk when pulling into traffic or turning across oncoming cars. Dealers have called the delay a normal trait of the transmission as it searches for a gear.

3 complaints total

SERVICE BRAKES

2 complaints

The rear brake system can be destroyed after the parking brake stays engaged while the truck is moving, even when the owner says they never set it. Warning signs include the ABS light coming on and a banging noise from the rear. The repair covers rotors, hubs, sensors, and the axle, and the warranty did not pay for it. A separate complaint describes brakes that work poorly in cold weather with no warning light, which led to a low-speed collision. Only 2 complaints exist, so no clear pattern is visible yet.

2 complaints total

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM

2 complaints

The throttle can lag when pulling away from a stop. The driver presses the pedal, nothing happens for 2 or 3 seconds, and then the truck finally moves. The delay appears only from a standstill. It is most dangerous when merging or crossing into oncoming traffic, and drivers report near collisions. They report it from soon after buying the truck new. Dealers have either found no defect or called it normal transmission behavior. These complaints describe the same hesitation filed under the power train.

2 complaints total
EXTERIOR LIGHTING (1 complaints)

EXTERIOR LIGHTING

1 complaint
2024-08-16

lighting 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 complaint
2025-09-24

We 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 complaint
2025-01-27

The 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 complaint
2024-08-19

Sway 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 complaint
2024-07-18

2024 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 complaint
2024-05-10

The 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 complaint
2024-04-16

Passenger 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.

Best & Worst Nissan Frontier Years

Best Nissan Frontier Years to Buy

Nissan Frontier Years to Avoid

No Nissan Frontier years are statistical outliers in our data.

Scores stay between 77 and 84 across 7 scored model years.

Nissan Frontier Reliability Score Trend

Scores 0–100. Higher is better. Current year highlighted.

Nissan Frontier reliability scores by year
YearScoreRating
201879/100Good
201980/100Excellent
202078/100Good
202184/100Excellent
202477/100Good
202584/100Excellent
202677/100Good

Nissan Frontier Reliability Compared to Other Years

Reliability scores compared across model years
YearScorevs Prior YearRatingRecallsComplaints
202677/100-7Good12
202584/100+7Excellent00
2024(selected)77/100-7Good314
202184/100+6Excellent00
202078/100-2Good220
201980/100+1Excellent131
201879/100—Good225

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the 2024 Nissan Frontier reliable?
Yes, with caveats. It has a good reliability standing and ranks above average among 2024 trucks. Within the Frontier line, though, it is among the weaker of seven scored years. Owner complaints center on a delay when pulling away, and federal records show three recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Nissan Frontier?
The most common problem is a hesitation in the drivetrain. Owners describe a wait of a few seconds after pressing the gas from a stop. Some also report unexpected downshifts or a truck stuck in one gear. Rear brake damage after the parking brake stayed engaged is the other reported issue.
Does the 2024 Nissan Frontier have transmission problems?
Owners file the most complaints about the power train, mostly about delayed response and odd shifting. Some trucks hesitate or feel like they slip in a turn, downshift for no clear reason, or pull away in 2nd gear. Dealers have called the delay normal as the transmission searches for a gear.
What recalls does the 2024 Nissan Frontier have?
Federal recall records list three recalls for this year. They cover exterior lighting, suspension and steering, and air bags. Ask the seller for proof that each one was completed, or have a dealer check the VIN before you buy.
Is the 2025 Nissan Frontier more reliable than the 2024?
The 2025 rates better, with excellent reliability and no complaints or recalls on file. A newer year has had less time to collect complaints, so the gap may narrow. The 2025 is still worth a look if you want to avoid the 2024's reported delay.

Don’t buy a 2024 Nissan Frontier without checking its VIN first — hidden accidents, title issues, and open recalls could cost you thousands.

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How we score the 2024 Nissan Frontier

Of the four inputs behind this score, the 2024 Nissan Frontier does best on repair costs (80/100) and worst on complaint severity (74/100). Scores weight complaint severity at 35%, repair costs at 30%, recall impact at 20%, and the spread of complaints across systems at 15%, with complaint counts adjusted for US sales. Read the full methodology.

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