The 2021 Nissan Frontier has 17 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and power train. Owners most often flag terrible turning radius: cited as a significant drawback for parking and maneuverability. frequency: recurrent.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2021 Nissan Frontier vehicles (US, public record).
Across the 11 Frontier model years we track, complaint volume runs from 17 (2021) to 1,064 (2005). With 17 complaints, the 2021 Frontier sits belowthe model's median of 135.
These are raw NHTSA complaint totals, not adjusted for how many cars sold or how long each model year has been on the road. Older and higher-selling years accumulate more complaints.
power train:automatic transmission
Campaign 22V457000Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Frontier and Titan vehicles. The transmission parking pawl may not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.
power train:automatic transmission
Campaign 22V671000Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Titan, 2020-2022 Frontier, and 2023 Z vehicles. The transmission parking pawl may not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a…
Sentiment is bifurcated by generation and is generally positive for well-maintained, post-2010 models. The Frontier is widely praised for its value proposition, offering a capable, reliable truck at a significantly lower purchase price…
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Used Frontier listings typically run $35,255–$39,740 across 2025 to 2026 model years.
Compare every Frontier year side by side to see how 2021 ranks against the rest.