Nissan · Frontier · 2026
2026 Nissan Frontier
1
Recall
2
Complaints
4/5
Safety Rating
The 2026 Nissan Frontier has 1 recall and 2 owner-reported complaints on file with NHTSA. Overall safety rating: 4 out of 5 stars. Most reported issue: power train (1 reports).
Source: NHTSA Public Records · Updated Apr 22, 2026
- Vehicle
- 2026 Nissan Frontier
- Recalls
- 1
- Complaints
- 2
- Safety Rating
- 4/5
How to Interpret This Page
This page combines three types of NHTSA data: recall campaigns (official manufacturer or government actions), owner complaints (unverified consumer reports), and crash test ratings (where available). A vehicle with many complaints is not necessarily less reliable — complaint volume correlates with sales volume and vehicle age. Recalls indicate identified defects, not overall quality. To compare this model year with others, use the year navigation in the sidebar or return to the model overview page.
NHTSA Crash Test Performance
Frontal Crash Test
Side Crash Test
Overall Frontal Rating
Driver and Passenger Assessment
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Overall Side Rating
Side Barrier and Side Pole Tests
Driver Side
Passenger Side
Rollover Resistance
20.4% rollover risk in single-vehicle crash
Safety Features
ESC: StandardForward Collision Warning: NoLane Departure Warning: No
Recall Notices
NHTSANHTSA ID: 26V023000Unknown date
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Altima, Sentra, 2025-2026 Frontier, and 2026 Kicks vehicles. The door strikers may have been improperly welded and break, allowing the door to open while moving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."
Remedy Status
Dealers will replace the door strikers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD185 and PMA61. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 28, 2026.
Owner Complaints
2 totalFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Dec 13, 2025
The contact owns a 2026 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that after the vehicle had gone through a carwash, the contact noticed that the fuel door was open. The contact stated that the failure recurred upon taking the vehicle to the carwash a second time. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the contact was advised to apply magnets to the fuel door to keep the door closed. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact expressed safety concerns because the issue could cause the vehicle to experience a safety failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, and a case was filed. The contact had missed and had attempted to return the case manager's phone call, but the case manager was unreachable. The failure mileage was approximately 275.
POWER TRAIN
Dec 12, 2025
Purchased new 12.12.25, drove 3 miles and heard clunk in transmission, went into limp mode at mile 23. Flatbed back to dealer, they replaced Solenoid valve and said was good to drive. Drove away and still have loud clunk in transmission on downshifting. 1.5.26 Dealer still has vehicle, no resolution
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many recalls does the 2026 Nissan Frontier have?
The 2026 Nissan Frontier has 1 recall recorded by NHTSA.
How many complaints have been filed for the 2026 Nissan Frontier?
NHTSA has received 2 owner-reported complaints for the 2026 Nissan Frontier.
What is the NHTSA safety rating for the 2026 Nissan Frontier?
The 2026 Nissan Frontier received an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars from NHTSA.
What are the most common problems with the 2026 Nissan Frontier?
The most commonly reported complaint categories for the 2026 Nissan Frontier are power train (1 reports), fuel system, gasoline (1 reports).
Does the 2026 Nissan Frontier have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA has 1 recall on record for the 2026 Nissan Frontier. Scroll up to review the published recall summaries, consequences, and remedies. To check for unrepaired recalls on your specific vehicle, use your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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