2025 Nissan Frontier recalls and problems

The 2025 Nissan Frontier has 3 safety recalls and 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Nissan dealer.

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Recalls may cover only some 2025 Nissan Frontier vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2025 Nissan Frontier recalls

Recall 26V-023: Latches/Locks/Linkages

Reported Jan 20, 2026 · 26,432 vehicles affected · Nissan North America, Inc.

Problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Altima, Sentra, 2025-2026 Frontier, and 2026 Kicks vehicles. The door strikers may have been improperly welded and break, allowing the door to open while moving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 206, "Door Locks and Door Retention Components."

Risk: A door that opens unexpectedly while the vehicle is in motion increases the risk of injury or a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the door strikers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2026. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD185 and PMA61. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 28, 2026.

Recall 25V-508: Engine and Engine Cooling, Exterior Lighting

Reported Aug 7, 2025 · 13,719 vehicles affected · Nissan North America, Inc.

Problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Nissan Frontier vehicles. Due to a software logic error, the daytime running lights may dim unexpectedly when the idle start-stop feature cycles the engine from off to on. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Risk: Daytime running lights that dim unexpectedly may cause confusion to other vehicles or pedestrians, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the engine control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 17, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261. Nissan's number for this recall is R25C3.

Recall 25V-324: Back Over Prevention

Reported Jun 4, 2025 · 79,755 vehicles affected · Nissan North America, Inc.

Problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Frontier and Kicks vehicles. The center information display unit may display a blank screen when shifted into reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Risk: A rearview image that does not display can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the software on the vehicleâs center information display, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 10, 2025. The manufacturer numbers for this recall are PD152 and PMA48.

2025 Nissan Frontier problems reported by owners

Problem area	Reports
Wheels	2
Steering	2
Service Brakes	2
Unknown or Other	2
Power Train	2
Visibility/Wiper	1
Back Over Prevention	1
Suspension	1
Forward Collision Avoidance	1
Visibility	1

Most reported parts

Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking — 1
Visibility › Windshield — 1

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2025 Nissan Frontier complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Visibility · reported Nov 6, 2026

I was going on the freeway about 65 mph , and out of nowhere the windshield imploded, causing severe damage to the windshield . I have a dashcam video to prove it. My concern is that this could happen to anyone.

Forward Collision Avoidance · reported Oct 29, 2026

AEB light blinks randomly (but not illuminated steadily). Dealer has cleared numerous times in the 17,000 miles since new purchase but I still experience this dash light blinking. Dealer has told me this is normal due to road conditions. I'm irritated that this dash light is even installed for me to ignore it blinking while I'm driving. Why Nissan? Why can't this feature removed or turned off permanently? When would I even know that my vehicle has a real problem indicated by the AEB blinking dash light; which of course based on dealer lack of information would occur AFTER warranty has expired.

Steering · reported Oct 10, 2026

had my tires balanced but still shakes at highway speeds.without nissan addessing more damage will happen to other parts.i bought it used in september 2026

Power Train · reported Sep 22, 2026

My 2025 Nissan Frontier SV with 4,300 miles is experiencing an ongoing drivetrain issue related to the driveshaft and transfer case. There is a defect related to these parts that results in the drivetrain binding causing the vehicle to have rough shifting and at times, lunge forward when braking to a stop due to the drivetrain binding and then releasing. This makes me weary to drive the vehicle because it may lunge forward and cause a collision or affect my ability to stop in a emergency. There is also an audible metal clunk shearing noise that accompanies this issue when the binding finally…

Back Over Prevention · reported Apr 8, 2026

The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that while reversing, the rear-view camera image was blank. The failure reoccurred twice. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V324000 (Back Over Prevention); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2025 Nissan Frontier have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2025 Nissan Frontier: 26V-023 (latches/locks/linkages), 25V-508 (engine and engine cooling, exterior lighting), 25V-324 (back over prevention). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2025 Nissan Frontier?

Owners report wheels problems most often (2 reports), followed by steering (2).

Are Nissan recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Nissan dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.