The Lemon IndexAll cars · Nissan Frontier · 2016
2016 Nissan Frontier. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 6
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | RWD | 19 / 23 / 21 | Regular | $2,950 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | 17 / 22 / 19 | Regular | $3,300 |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | RWD | 17 / 22 / 19 | Regular | $3,300 |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | Auto 5-spd | RWD | 16 / 22 / 18 | Regular | $3,450 |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4WD | 16 / 21 / 18 | Regular | $3,450 |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | Auto 5-spd | 4WD | 15 / 21 / 17 | Regular | $3,650 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 9,700 and 54,300 miles. Median 32,500, from 24 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Airbags | 52,000 | 30,000–68,400 | 7 |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 26,500 | 2,200–57,100 | 6 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Airbags | 26% |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 13% |
| Body structure | 13% |
| Engine | 13% |
| Electrical | 9% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 43 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
16V181000 Mar 2016 Electrical System / Wiring / Front Underhood
Defect. 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.
Risk. An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy. 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.
Manufacturer communications 119
Nissan filed 119 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- The MIL is ON with DTC P0448 (EVAP canister vent control valve close) stored in the ECM
- DRIVE SHAFT BOOT SERVICE INFORMATION SERVICE INFORMATION If a Drive Shaft (Axle Shaft) Boot on…
- 2015-2017 frontier; mil on with dtc p0448 and/or difficult to fill the fuel tank if you…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD | not rated | not rated | not rated | ★★★★☆ |
| Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC RWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | ★★★☆☆ |
| Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC 4WD | not rated | not rated | not rated | ★★★★☆ |
| Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC RWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | ★★★☆☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | No | No |
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Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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