The Lemon Index2025 Nissan Frontier.
The 2025 Nissan Frontier has too few complaints to score: 9 in its first 3 years. Owners complain most about steering, it has 3 recalls, and it gets 18 to 21 mpg combined. The best Nissan Frontier year is 2019.
Early read
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 9 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Nissan Frontier year. 2025 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
Recalls 3
- latches/locks/linkages 2026
The door strikers may have been improperly welded and break, allowing the door to open while moving.
- lights 2025
Due to a software logic error, the daytime running lights may dim unexpectedly when the idle start-stop feature cycles the engine from off to on.
- back over prevention 2025
The center information display unit may display a blank screen when shifted into reverse.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Nissan told dealers about
Nissan sent dealers 4 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- EXCESSIVE WIND NOISE FROM WINDSHIELD AREA YOU CONFIRM The customer states there is a…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC RWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
| Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC 4WD | not rated | not rated | not rated | ★★★☆☆ |
| Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC RWD | not rated | not rated | not rated | ★★★☆☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3050–3550 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.8L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
had my tires balanced but still shakes at highway speeds.without nissan addessing more damage will happen to other parts.i bought it used in september 2026
2025 Nissan Frontier owner · NHTSA complaint 11770280
Quick answers
Is the 2025 Nissan Frontier reliable?
There isn't enough data to score it: owners filed only 9 complaints in its first 3 years.
What are the most common 2025 Nissan Frontier problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are steering (22%), wheels (22%) and brakes (22%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2025 Nissan Frontier have?
3 safety recalls (latest: latches/locks/linkages). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2025 Nissan Frontier get?
18 to 21 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2025 Nissan Frontier safe?
NHTSA gave it 4 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
Does the 2025 Nissan Frontier have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 22% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2025 Nissan Frontier cost in fuel a year?
About $3050 to $3550 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2025 Nissan Frontier have?
3.8L 6-cyl.
What Nissan Frontier year is better than the 2025?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2019, 2018 and 2014.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works