Does the 2016 Nissan Frontier have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Nissan Frontier, the most recent reported on March 31, 2016 (Electrical system: wiring, front underhood, Electrical system: starter assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Nissan Frontier?

Owners have filed 44 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (10 complaints), followed by unknown or other (10).

How many 2016 Nissan Frontier complaints mention a crash or fire?

4 of 44 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

2016 Nissan Frontier recalls and problems

1 recall and 44 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2016 Nissan Frontier.

recalls

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.

2016 Nissan Frontier recalls

Electrical system: wiring, front underhood · Electrical system: starter assembly

NHTSA campaign 16V181000 · reported March 31, 2016 · Nissan North America, Inc. · 1,554 vehicles potentially affected

The problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016 Frontier V6 vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to March 7, 2016. The starter motor wire harness may have been installed in an incorrect position, allowing the starter harness terminal to contact the heat shield and result in an electrical short.
The risk: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reposition the starter wire harness, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Most reported problems

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

Air bags10
Unknown or other10
Engine8
Fuel/propulsion system8
Structure4
Power train3
Service brakes3
Steering3
Electrical system2
Wheels2

What owners report

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

Oct 25, 2026 · Steering · crash reported
Front right half shaft/ CV joint. The accident resulted in the vehicle air bags deploying. with the amount of damage vehicle has been totaled When the component failed it caused the vehicle to cross two lanes of traffic before striking a temporary barrier in a construction zone. no. vehicle was totaled Inspected by…

Jul 28, 2026 · Unknown or other
OUR 2016 NISSAN FRONTER HAS A SLOW AIR LEAK ON THE TIRES AFTER HAVEING THEM CHECKED BY A TIRE DEALER IT WAS FOUND THE TIRE PRESSURE SENSOR (TPS) WAS LEAKING AT THE CORE DEALER WAS UNABLE TO REMOVE THE CORE OR THE NUT THAT HOLDS THE TPS ON THE WHEEL. GALVONIC REACTION HAD WELDED ALL IN PLACE . DEALER CUT THE VALVE OFF…

Oct 17, 2025 · Fuel/propulsion system
I am experiencing a fuel pump issue that stalls the engine while driving. The issue will sometimes go away if I first loosen the fuel cap on the gas tank to relieve built up pressure but after driving for 10 to 15 minutes or so the vehicle will begin to jerk while accelerating then it will stall and cut off. I have to…

Nov 11, 2024 · Structure
A loud squeaking has developed during every day driving. After inspecting - the front right truck bed mounting location has cracked and failed.

Sep 12, 2024 · Fuel/propulsion system
WHILE FUELING AT DIFFERENT GAS STATIONS THE TANK SPILLS/BELCHES GAS ALL OVER. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE AND NEEDS RECALLED. THERE ARE ENDLESS COMPLAINTS ON […] OF SIMILAR ISSUES OCCURRING TO OTHER FRONTIER OWNERS. I TOOK IT TO MY LOCAL MECHANIC AND WAS QUOTED OVER $800 TO REPLACE ALL 5 COMPONENTS OF THE SYSTEM AS…

Frontier model years compared

Year	Recalls	Complaints	Crashes	Fires
2013	1	48	5	1
2014	2	42	3	1
2015	0	33	2	1
2016	1	44	4	1
2017	1	38	4	1
2018	2	25	0	0
2019	1	28	1	1

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

Questions

Does the 2016 Nissan Frontier have any recalls?: Yes. NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2016 Nissan Frontier, the most recent reported on March 31, 2016 (Electrical system: wiring, front underhood, Electrical system: starter assembly). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Nissan Frontier?: Owners have filed 44 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is air bags (10 complaints), followed by unknown or other (10).
How many 2016 Nissan Frontier complaints mention a crash or fire?: 4 of 44 complaints report a crash and 1 a fire; 3 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received October 25, 2026.