2003 Nissan Frontier Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2003 Nissan Frontier has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 77 complaints with NHTSA, including 9 crashes, 2 fires, 5 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Fuel System, Gasoline (15 reports).

4Recalls
77Owner complaints
9Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Frontier?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2003 Nissan Frontier recalls

Steering:Column

Recall 10V554Nov 11, 2010500,552 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump

Recall 04V230May 24, 2004586,196 vehicles affected

Wheels:Rim

Recall 02V316Nov 26, 20026,500 vehicles affected

Suspension:Rear

Recall 02V299Nov 12, 2002143,000 vehicles affected

Most common 2003 Nissan Frontier problems

Problem areas named in the 77 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Fuel System, Gasoline15
Suspension11
Structure10
Steering9
Power Train8
Air Bags5
Unknown Or Other5
Service Brakes, Hydraulic4
Engine And Engine Cooling4
Electrical System3

What owners report

2024-03-13, Steering
I was driving and my truck started drifting and I felt like I was losing control. Could of caused a very serious and dangerous accident - scared me to death, had just bought this Nissan, and love the brand. Had great tires and brakes just completely done. Brought it to my mechanic and he put it up on the hoist. Frame almost completely rusted out and through in many spots. They were surprised it did not completely come apart! Extremely dangerous and they suspect like Toyota that maybe part of a NHTSA recall. I just checked and did not find one, but there should be, how many other un-safe Frontiers are out there be driven every day by the public. I can send pictures if needed, just need
2022-04-08, Unknown Or Other
The transmission is not working
2021-08-29, Service Brakes
Emergency Parking Brake lock
2020-09-10, Power Train
WHEEL BEARINGS KEEP BACKING OFF SPOKE WITH OTHER PEOPLE WHO OWN A FRONTIER AND THEY HAVE SAME PROBLEM THIS IS A SAFTEY ISSUE HAVE TO TIGHTEN THEM REGULARLY
2020-05-03, Air Bags
I WAS RECENTLY INVOLVED IN A FRONTEND COLLISION IN MY 2003 NISSAN FRONTIER AND NEITHER AIRBAG DEPLOYED. I WAS ACCELERATING FROM A STOP SIGN ON A FARM TO MARKET ROAD. DENISON TX.

2003 Nissan Frontier questions

Does the 2003 Nissan Frontier have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2003 Nissan Frontier: Steering:Column; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Fuel Pump; Wheels:Rim; Suspension:Rear. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2003 Nissan Frontier?

Based on 77 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel System, Gasoline (15), Suspension (11), Structure (10).

How do I check if a recall on my 2003 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.

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