2022 Nissan Frontier: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2022 Nissan Frontier: 6 recalls, 112 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
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Recalls
6 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Fuel system, Trailer hitch Vehicle recall #21V917000 · 2021 · 22 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 frontier crew cab long bed trucks. The tow hitch was not installed, compromising the structural integrity of the fuel tank in the event of a rear crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "fuel system integrity."
Why it matters: During a crash, the leaf spring could contact the fuel tank, causing a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire or injury.
The fix: Dealers will install the tow hitch and harness kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2021.
Seat belts Vehicle recall #21V958000 · 2021 · 425 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 frontier vehicles. The seat belt bracket mounting bolts on the left-rear seat May have been incorrectly tightened. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 207, "seating systems," 209, "seatbelt assemblies," and 210, "seat belt assembly anchorages."
Why it matters: During a crash, a loose seat belt bracket May break, causing a loss of seat belt restraint and increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the bolts on the left-rear seat and repair any damaged threads as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were January 27, 2022.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #22V457000 · 2022 · 180,176 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 frontier and titan vehicles. The transmission parking pawl May not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.
Why it matters: A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will replace the transmission parking pawl pin, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2022.
Equipment, Backup camera Vehicle recall #22V527000 · 2022 · 10,477 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 rogue, 2022 frontier, pathfinder, and titan rental vehicles. When the sirius xm subscription is set to "not subscribed," it May cause the infotainment head unit to reboot, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: The infotainment system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 29, 2022.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #22V671000 · 2022 · 197,230 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2023 titan, 2020-2022 frontier, and 2023 z vehicles. The transmission parking pawl May not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.
Why it matters: A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will perform the applicable repairs below, free of charge: â model year 2020-2022 frontier vehicles: reprogram transmission control module (tcm) â model year 2020-2022 titan vehicles: reprogram tcm and…
Backup camera Vehicle recall #22V772000 · 2022 · 27,388 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 titan, titan xd, frontier, and 2021-2022 rogue vehicles. The in-vehicle infotainment (ivi) system May continuously reboot when the vehicle is restarted, which can result in an inoperative rearview display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "rear visibility."
Why it matters: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: The ivi software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 18, 2022.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 3 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Forward collision avoidance (33): the most common themes are warning light on (9).
- Electrical (31): the most common themes are door / lock issues (7), warning light on (7), electrical failure (7).
- Transmission & drivetrain (24): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (7), warning light on (5).
- Other / unknown (20): the most common themes are warning light on (3).
The 2022 Nissan Frontier has 112 owner complaints, ranking #9 of 29 Frontier model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 116). Complaints peaked in 2022 (42 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 2,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2021 (19 complaints, 2 recalls), 2023 (66 complaints, 1 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 20 | Regular |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 17 | 21 | 19 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2022 Nissan Frontier have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 vehicle recalls for the 2022 Nissan Frontier. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2022 Nissan Frontier problems?
Owners have filed 112 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are forward collision avoidance (33), electrical (31), transmission & drivetrain (24).
What gas mileage does the 2022 Nissan Frontier get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (3.8 L, Automatic (S9)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2022 Nissan Frontier repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.