2024 Nissan Frontier: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2024 Nissan Frontier: 3 recalls, 22 owner complaints and up to 21 mpg combined.
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Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Airbags Vehicle recall #24V154000 · 2024 · 351 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: An air bag that deploys improperly May not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024.
Suspension, Steering Vehicle recall #24V479000 · 2024 · 5,929 vehicles
What's wrong: 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.
Why it matters: Ball joint separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the front right-side lower link, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2024.
Exterior lights Vehicle recall #24V582000 · 2024 · 1,119 vehicles
What's wrong: 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."
Why it matters: Improperly aimed headlights can result in insufficient illumination of the road, decreasing the driver's visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the right-side headlight as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 20, 2024.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 1 mention a fire, 0 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Transmission & drivetrain (6): the most common themes are hard / delayed shifting (5).
- Brakes (4): the most common themes are warning light on (2).
- Fuel & propulsion (3): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Electrical (3): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (3), electrical failure (3).
The 2024 Nissan Frontier has 22 owner complaints, ranking #26 of 29 Frontier model years for complaints (well below the 116 average). Complaints peaked in 2026 (10 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 1,100 miles. Neighboring years: 2023 (66 complaints, 1 recalls), 2025 (8 complaints, 3 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 18 | 24 | 21 | Regular |
| 3.8 L 6-cyl | Automatic (S9) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 18 | 22 | 20 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2024 Nissan Frontier have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2024 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 2024 Nissan Frontier problems?
Owners have filed 22 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are transmission & drivetrain (6), brakes (4), fuel & propulsion (3).
What gas mileage does the 2024 Nissan Frontier get?
EPA ratings run up to 21 mpg combined (3.8 L, Automatic (S9)), across 2 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2024 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.