Does the 2001 Nissan Frontier have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 Nissan Frontier, the most recent reported on May 24, 2004 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2001 Nissan Frontier?

Owners have filed 134 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel system, gasoline (25 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (22).

How many 2001 Nissan Frontier complaints mention a crash or fire?

11 of 134 complaints report a crash and 8 a fire; 11 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2001 Nissan Frontier recalls and problems

3 recalls and 134 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Nissan Frontier.

recalls

134

owner complaints

complaints mentioning a crash

mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2001 Nissan Frontier recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 04V230000 · reported May 24, 2004 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 586,196 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain pickup trucks equipped with six cylinder engines and sport utility vehicles equipped with four or six cylinder engines, the fuel pump terminal on the fuel-sending unit can develop a crack in the plastic molding. This can cause the terminal strip to corrode under some environmental conditions.
The risk: If corrosion occurs, the terminal strip could eventually break causing the fuel pump to stop operation. This will result in not being able to start the engine or cause the engine to stop running without warning, which can result in a crash.
The fix: In the following states, dealers will replace the fuel-sending unit. These states are connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, tennessee, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. In the other states, the dealer will inspect the fuel pump terminal on the sending unit for corrosion. If corrosion is present, the dealer will replace the unit. If there is not corrosion, the dealer will apply sealant to the terminal housing to help prevent corrosion in the future. Owner notification began on june 28, 2004. Owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Suspension: rear

NHTSA campaign 02V299000 · reported November 12, 2002 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 143,000 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, water may enter the rear axle housing due to inadequate sealing of the anti-lock braking system (ABS) sensor.
The risk: This can result in corrosion and eventual failure of the wheel bearing. If this occurs, the wheel assembly could separate from the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the rear axle for water intrusion and any affected components will be replaced. The ABS sensor will be resealed to prevent water intrusion. Owner notification began december 10, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Fuel system, gasoline: storage, tank assembly, filler pipe and cap

NHTSA campaign 02V300000 · reported November 12, 2002 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 44,000 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles, the fuel tank inlet shutter valve does not meet the sealing performance specification.
The risk: Under certain conditions such as high ambient temperature and when winter grade gasoline is being sold, fuel could spill from the filler inlet as the tank is being filled. In the presence of an ignition source, fuel leakage could result in a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the fuel tank inlet shutter valve. Owner notification is expected to begin december 10, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

Fuel system, gasoline25
Engine and engine cooling22
Service brakes, hydraulic15
Electrical system11
Air bags10
Power train8
Seat belts8
Suspension8
Fuel/propulsion system6
Visibility6

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

May 5, 2024 · Fuel/propulsion system
I am the original owner of the vehicle which has just 66,000 original miles. I have smelled fuel and had a service engine soon light on for years. I have taken the vehicle into various shops and dealerships who failed to find a fuel tank leak that now turns out to have been from corrosion of the tank flange as early…

Dec 30, 2019 · Suspension · 132,000 miles
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2001 NISSAN FRONTIER. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE STEERING WHEEL WOULD NOT TURN PROPERLY AND WAS STIFF. WHEN TURNING THE STEERING WHEEL, IT WOULD NOT RETURN BACK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO REPLACED THE TIE ROD AND BALL JOINTS, BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE…

Jul 6, 2018 · Power train · 280,000 miles
TRANSMISSION BURNING FLUID SMELL, WHEN DRIVING AT NORMAL SPEED SEAT BELTS DON'T RECOIL SEATS TOO LOW

Aug 16, 2017 · Vehicle speed control · 9 miles
THE MOMENT I TURN THE SWITCH ON, THE VEHICLE SPEEDS UP WITHOUT CONTROL, NOT EVEN THE BRAKES RESPONDING. I STOPPED IT BY TURNING SWITCH OFF.

Feb 22, 2017 · Fuel/propulsion system · 98,903 miles
HAD PROBLEM KEEPING TRUCK RUNNING SERVICE DEPARTMENT DID A TUNEUP ON 10/02/15 AND SAID IT WAS FIXED 7 DAYS LATER TRUCK STOPPED RUNNING AGAIN WENT BACK TO TRUCK SERVICE ON 10/09/15 RECHECKED AND SAID I HAD WATER IN GAS DRAINED GAS PUT IN NEW GAS RAN GOOD UNTIL IT RAINED TRUCK STOPPED RUNNING AGAIN WENT BACK TO TRUCK…

Frontier model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2000	3	189	17	4
2001	3	134	11	8
2002	4	124	12	2
2003	4	77	9	2
2004	1	66	8	3

Across all years, the 2006 Frontier has the most complaints (617). All Nissan Frontier years →

Questions

Does the 2001 Nissan Frontier have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2001 Nissan Frontier, the most recent reported on May 24, 2004 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 Nissan Frontier?: Owners have filed 134 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel system, gasoline (25 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (22).
How many 2001 Nissan Frontier complaints mention a crash or fire?: 11 of 134 complaints report a crash and 8 a fire; 11 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received May 5, 2024.