2015 Nissan Frontier problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 33 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Nissan Frontier, filed between 2015-02-18 and 2025-09-11. The most common problem areas are the air bags (10, 30%), power train (5, 15%) and structure (5, 15%). Owners reported 2 crashes, 1 fire and 3 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 0 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2015 Nissan Frontier complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 10 | 30% | 2 | 0 | 3 |
| Power train | 5 | 15% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 5 | 15% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 3 | 9% | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 3 | 9% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 | 9% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 2 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seat belts | 2 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Seats | 2 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 2 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension | 2 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tires | 2 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Wheels | 2 | 6% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Equipment adaptive/mobility | 1 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
A complaint can name several components, so shares can add up to more than 100%. Crashes, fires and injuries are as reported by owners.
The top problem areas, in plain English
Each summary is built from the complaint counts and NHTSA recall notices, not from individual owner stories.
Air bags: 10 complaints
- 10 complaints of 33 (30%) name the air bags — frontal, side and curtain air bags, their crash sensors and control module.
- Owners reported 2 crashes and 3 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Nissan Frontier covers this system.
Power train: 5 complaints
- 5 complaints of 33 (15%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 2 of them also name the vehicle speed control; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Nissan Frontier covers this system.
Structure: 5 complaints
- 5 complaints of 33 (15%) name the structure — the body and frame structure.
- 2 of them also name the seats; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Nissan Frontier covers this system.
Electrical system: 3 complaints
- 3 complaints of 33 (9%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- Owners reported 1 fire in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Nissan Frontier covers this system.
Vehicle speed control: 3 complaints
- 3 complaints of 33 (9%) name the vehicle speed control — cruise control and accelerator/throttle control.
- 2 of them also name the power train; none of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Nissan Frontier covers this system.
Engine: 2 complaints
- 2 complaints of 33 (6%) name the engine.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2015 Nissan Frontier covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2015 | 9 |
| 2016 | 4 |
| 2017 | 1 |
| 2018 | 4 |
| 2019 | 4 |
| 2020 | 1 |
| 2021 | 3 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2024 | 3 |
| 2025 | 3 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names FRONTIER, model year 2015. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2015 Nissan Frontier recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2015 Nissan Frontier?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2015 Nissan Frontier's most common problem areas are the air bags (10 of 33 complaints), power train (5 of 33 complaints) and structure (5 of 33 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2015 Nissan Frontier have?
NHTSA has 33 owner complaints on file for the 2015 Nissan Frontier, including 2 reported crashes and 1 reported fire.
Is there a recall for the 2015 Nissan Frontier's problems?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2015 Nissan Frontier. Complaints alone do not trigger a free repair.