The Lemon IndexAll cars · Nissan Frontier · 2017
2017 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 | Auto 5-spd | RWD | 16 / 23 / 19 | Regular | $3,300 |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | RWD | 16 / 22 / 19 | Regular | $3,300 |
| 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 2,000 and 38,800 miles. Median 17,500, from 24 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel or ev drive system | 40,000 | 27,000–45,900 | 7 |
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 |
|---|---|
| Fuel or ev drive system | 33% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 14% |
| Airbags | 10% |
| Steering | 5% |
| Speed control | 5% |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 38 | 4 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 3 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 1
18V551000 Aug 2018 Electrical System / Ignition
Defect. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Nissan NV200, Sentra, NV3500 Van, NV3500 Bus, NV200 Taxi, NV1500, NV2500 Van, Chevrolet City Express, 2017-2018 Frontier, Versa Note, and Versa Sedan vehicles that have a mechanical (physical) key ignition system. In these models, over time, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position to the accessory position, turning off the engine.
Risk. If the vehicle stalls, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production information on the ignition switch, and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Manufacturer communications 85
Nissan filed 85 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT OR REAR AXLE DURING TAKE-OFF/ACCELERATION This bulletin has been…
- DRIVE SHAFT BOOT SERVICE INFORMATION SERVICE INFORMATION If a Drive Shaft (Axle Shaft) Boot on…
- Oil Pressure Switch Dealer Inventory *****Dealer Announcement***** Nissan is conducting a…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC RWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC RWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | ★★★☆☆ |
| Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC AWD | 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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