1999 Nissan Frontier tires problems
19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the tires on the 1999 Nissan Frontier — 24% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Traveling south on tx 130 near manor at 65 mph. Bright cool, sunny weather, dry road. Right rear tire exploded. Tread came off in one long strip, which thrashed the car. Was able to safely pull car off road, but damage to right rear panel, wheel well, and fuel filler estimated at between $1500 and…”
filed Dec 19, 2006
“While driving, a loud banging noise was heard coming from the front driver's side of the vehicle. The consumer pulled over to the shoulder and noticed that the tire tread separated all around the outer side of the tire. The consumer was able to call for road side assistance. Firestone wilderness ht…”
filed Aug 16, 2004
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Tires problems in other Frontier years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 Frontier | 1 | 2% |
| 2015 Frontier | 2 | 6% |
| 2013 Frontier | 1 | 2% |
| 2011 Frontier | 1 | 2% |
| 2010 Frontier | 1 | 2% |
| 2009 Frontier | 2 | 5% |
| 2008 Frontier | 1 | 1% |
| 2007 Frontier | 9 | 2% |
| 2006 Frontier | 4 | 1% |
| 2005 Frontier | 3 | 1% |
| 2004 Frontier | 6 | 9% |
| 2003 Frontier | 2 | 3% |
Other reported problem areas on the 1999 Nissan Frontier
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.