2002 Nissan Frontier Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2002 Nissan Frontier recalls

Most common 2002 Nissan Frontier problems

Problem areas named in the 124 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Service Brakes, Hydraulic	14
Steering	14
Vehicle Speed Control	13
Electrical System	13
Fuel System, Gasoline	12
Engine And Engine Cooling	12
Structure	11
Fuel/Propulsion System	11
Suspension	9
Power Train	7

What owners report

2024-12-18, Engine
The main issue on the Nissan Frontier that I just bought a few months ago that I need to report that I think should be recalled item is the passenger side exhaust manifold is cracked and it makes ticking noises the exhaust is loud and I am definitely getting exhaust fumes drawn into the cab especially when I turn the heater on now that it's winter time and it's getting CO2 carbon and exhaust fumes inside cab which is very toxic also the rear window defogger does not work and the cruise control does not work at all so anyway you're asking for what date this first occurred well it was like that when I bought it and I bought it on approximately in July of the summer 2024 it was all these issues

2022-05-26, Fuel System, Gasoline
The contact owns a 2002 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated while driving approximately 65 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and drove home safely. The contact performed an inspection and noticed that the fuel pump was rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact notified the manufacturer of the failure. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 04V230000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the VIN was not included. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.

2022-01-10, Steering
The contact owns a 2002 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel became difficult to turn. Upon investigation, the contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 10V554000 (Steering). The vehicle was repaired however, the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where it was diagnosed with needing the U-joint replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was not included in an active recall. The failure mileage was unavailable.

2021-03-01, Air Bags
SEAT BELT LIGHT ON THE DASH TURNED ON AND CONTINUED FLASHING. THE DIAGNOSIS READ ON IT WAS TENSIONER ON SYSTEM RESTRAINT. SENSOR WAS REPLACED BUT THE SRS LIGHT CONTINUED TO FLASH AND NOW HAS LOCKED MY SEAT BELTS. DRIVER'S SEAT BELT WILL NOT RELEASE SO I HAVE BEEN HAVING TO DRIVE WITHOUT A SEAT BELT. ALL WIRING ON SENSORS ON THE SEAT BELT AND UNDER THE SEAT HAVE BEEN CHECKED AND ARE FINE SO THERE MUST BE A FAULTY SENSOR SOMEPLACE OR AN ELECTRICAL ISSUE CAUSING THE SEAT BELT TO LOCK IN PLACE.

2020-03-10, Fuel/Propulsion System
NHTSA CAMPAIGN #04V230000 APPLIES TO MY 2002 FRONTIER BUT IT IS NOT COVERED BECAUSE ITS VIN IS A SC(SUPERCHARGED) MODEL IT HAS THE SAME GASTANK,SENDING UNIT, ORINGS AS TRUCKS IN THE RECALL BUT MY MODEL IS NOT INCLUDED IN RECALL

2002 Nissan Frontier questions

Does the 2002 Nissan Frontier have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2002 Nissan Frontier: Steering:Column; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump; Vehicle Speed Control; Suspension:Rear. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2002 Nissan Frontier?

Based on 124 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (14), Steering (14), Vehicle Speed Control (13).

How do I check if a recall on my 2002 Nissan Frontier has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.