2010 Nissan Frontier Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 2010 Nissan Frontier has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 59 complaints with NHTSA, including 3 crashes, 3 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Air Bags (19 reports).

4Recalls
59Owner complaints
3Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2010 Nissan Frontier recalls

Driver Airbag Emblem May Break Off and Strike Occupants

Recall 23V067Feb 10, 2023404,690 vehicles affected

The resin emblem on the driver's airbag cover can crack and detach when the airbag deploys.

Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System)

Recall 10V401Sep 10, 20107,948 vehicles affected

Child Seat:Tether: Connector/Clip

Recall 10V372Aug 12, 2010951 vehicles affected

Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm

Recall 10V208May 14, 201041,649 vehicles affected

Most common 2010 Nissan Frontier problems

Problem areas named in the 59 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Air Bags19
Power Train16
Electrical System9
Engine7
Service Brakes4
Structure3
Steering2
Fuel System, Gasoline2
Engine And Engine Cooling2
Vehicle Speed Control2

What owners report

2025-05-16, Air Bags
I took my truck in to a dealership to fix the airbag recall. I do not believe they fixed it because the airbag light is still on on my dash board. It is the only light on as this truck is low miles and regularly maintained.. I asked them and they just said, "we fixed it." However, they did not.
2025-04-28, Service Brakes
I have had this issue for years and unable to fix it. My solution was not to drive my truck in snowy weather. The first incident was I was driving down hill around with snow that barely started to stick. I driving around 65mph when my truck started to buck. I slowed to 30mph and my truck was still bucking. It did not stop until the weather warmed. By the next storm I was traveling around 60mph in light snow and my truck slid. I slowed to 50mph and when going uphill my truck lost control. It felt like the brakes locked. I tired to get control without pressing the brakes that did not work and when I did press the brakes it felt like my petal was already pushed down. I shifted the truck to gain
2024-09-03, Air Bags
See attached document for complaint.
2024-02-13, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Frontier. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V067000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact scheduled an appointment where the vehicle was inspected but the contact was informed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The manufacturer opened a case, but no assistance was provided. The contact had not experienced a failure. Parts distribution disconnect.
2023-10-06, Air Bags
The contact owns a 2010 Nissan Frontier. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V067000 (Air Bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was made aware of the issue and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

2010 Nissan Frontier questions

Does the 2010 Nissan Frontier have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2010 Nissan Frontier: Driver Airbag Emblem May Break Off and Strike Occupants; Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System); Child Seat:Tether: Connector/Clip; Suspension:Front:Control Arm:Lower Arm. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Nissan Frontier?

Based on 59 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (19), Power Train (16), Electrical System (9).

How do I check if a recall on my 2010 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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