2016 Nissan Frontier vs 2018 Nissan Frontier
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 | 2016 Nissan Frontier | 2018 Nissan Frontier |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 43 | 25 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 119 | 73 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 0 |
| Fire reports | 1 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–21 | 17–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 35,035 mi | — |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Frontier | Nissan Frontier |
|---|---|---|
| Air Bags | 10 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 2 |
| Engine | 8 | 1 |
| Electrical System | 2 | 5 |
| Structure | 4 | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 | 2 |
| Suspension | 1 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 6 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
2016 Nissan Frontier
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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.