2008 Nissan Frontier vs 2008 Toyota Tacoma
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2008 Nissan Frontier | 2008 Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 136 | 445 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 11 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 106 | 330 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 48 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 6 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–21 | 16–22 |
| Median reported mileage | 85,500 mi | 58,600 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Frontier | Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 4 | 124 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 2 | 85 |
| Structure | 3 | 76 |
| Power Train | 54 | 22 |
| Air Bags | 21 | 29 |
| Steering | 4 | 40 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 27 |
| Engine | 26 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 10 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 14 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 91 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 18 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 10 |
| Clunking / rattling | 0 | 10 |
2008 Nissan Frontier
2008 Toyota Tacoma
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.