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2023 Nissan Frontier: common problems and reliability
One of the worst Frontier years.
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132 owner complaints, most about electrical system. 1 recall.
Should I buy a 2023 Frontier?The 2023 Nissan Frontier has 132 owner-filed NHTSA complaints and 1 recall on record. The most-reported areas are electrical system and service brakes. Owners most often flag poor throttle response / terrible throttle curve: noted on newer models (2022+), where the first inch of pedal travel does very little.
Safety record for the 2023 model year
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls filed for 2023 Nissan Frontier vehicles (US, public record).
The Year Score compares this year with other Frontier years only. How we score it
Is 2023 a good year for the Frontier?
Across the 29 Frontier model years we track, complaint volume runs from 25 (2018) to 1,234 (2006). With 132 complaints, the 2023 Frontier sits above the model's median of 74.
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.
Where owners report problems
Recalls affecting the 2023 Frontier
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Campaign 23V273000Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Titan and Frontier vehicles. The tires may have a tear in the inner bead which can cause a rapid loss of tire pressure.
What owners say across generations
Sentiment is bifurcated by generation and is generally positive for well-maintained, post-2010 models.
- RecurrentPoor throttle response / terrible throttle curve
Noted on newer models (2022+), where the first inch of pedal travel does very little.
- RecurrentHarsh / poor ride quality on washboard roads
Specifically attributed to the Bilstein dampers on Pro-4X models (2022+).
Owner insights cover all generations of the Frontier. See the full Frontier owner picture and every model year.
Typical used price
Used Frontier listings typically run $13,127–$32,339.
Other Frontier model years
Compare every Frontier year side by side to see how 2023 ranks against the rest.
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