2022 Nissan Frontier problems
What owners report to NHTSA, grouped by component, with the recalls that cover them.
NHTSA has 111 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Nissan Frontier, filed between 2021-10-18 and 2026-09-15. The most common problem areas are the forward collision avoidance (33, 30%), electrical system (30, 27%) and power train (24, 22%). Owners reported 11 crashes, 3 fires and 3 injuries in these complaints. NHTSA lists 6 recalls for this model year.
Last updated: · Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases
2022 Nissan Frontier complaints by component
| Component | Complaints | Share | Crashes | Fires | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward collision avoidance | 33 | 30% | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 30 | 27% | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Power train | 24 | 22% | 4 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 20 | 18% | 3 | 2 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 18 | 16% | 5 | 0 | 2 |
| Vehicle speed control | 13 | 12% | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Seats | 9 | 8% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 6 | 5% | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| Back over prevention | 4 | 4% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 3 | 3% | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Exterior lighting | 3 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 3 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 3% | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 2 | 2% | 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.
Forward collision avoidance: 33 complaints
- 33 complaints of 111 (30%) name the forward collision avoidance — forward-collision warning and automatic emergency braking.
- 12 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 2 crashes in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Nissan Frontier covers this system.
Electrical system: 30 complaints
- 30 complaints of 111 (27%) name the electrical system — wiring, battery and charging, fuses, control modules and in-car electronics.
- 12 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; owners reported 1 crash, 1 fire and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Nissan Frontier covers this system.
Power train: 24 complaints
- 24 complaints of 111 (22%) name the power train — the transmission, transfer case, driveshafts and axles.
- 4 of them also name the vehicle speed control; owners reported 4 crashes in these complaints.
- 2 NHTSA recalls cover this system on the 2022 Nissan Frontier; the latest, campaign 22V671000, says: “The transmission parking pawl may not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.”
Service brakes: 18 complaints
- 18 complaints of 111 (16%) name the service brakes — the foot-brake system: pads, rotors, calipers, lines and ABS.
- 6 of them also name the electrical system; owners reported 5 crashes and 2 injuries in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Nissan Frontier covers this system.
Vehicle speed control: 13 complaints
- 13 complaints of 111 (12%) name the vehicle speed control — cruise control and accelerator/throttle control.
- 7 of them also name the forward collision avoidance; owners reported 2 crashes and 1 injury in these complaints.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Nissan Frontier covers this system.
Seats: 9 complaints
- 9 complaints of 111 (8%) name the seats — seats, seat frames, adjusters and head restraints.
- None of these complaints reports a crash, fire or injury.
- No NHTSA recall for the 2022 Nissan Frontier covers this system.
When the complaints were filed
| Year filed | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 42 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 16 |
| 2025 | 14 |
| 2026 | 9 |
What is counted
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the model names FRONTIER, model year 2022. Complaints are unverified owner reports; a recall is NHTSA's confirmed safety defect. See the 2022 Nissan Frontier recalls.
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Nissan Frontier?
By NHTSA owner complaints, the 2022 Nissan Frontier's most common problem areas are the forward collision avoidance (33 of 111 complaints), electrical system (30 of 111 complaints) and power train (24 of 111 complaints).
How many complaints does the 2022 Nissan Frontier have?
NHTSA has 111 owner complaints on file for the 2022 Nissan Frontier, including 11 reported crashes and 3 reported fires.
Is there a recall for the 2022 Nissan Frontier's problems?
NHTSA lists 6 recalls for the 2022 Nissan Frontier; 1 of the top 6 complaint areas have a matching recall. Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN for open recalls.