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2015 Nissan FrontierRecalls, problems, MPG & safety
NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 33 owner complaints for the 2015 Nissan Frontier. Most complaints involve air bags (10) and power train (5). The EPA rates it 17–21 mpg combined.
Combined MPG
17–21mpg
EPA · 6 versions
NHTSA overall
—
Not rated by NCAP
Safety recalls
0campaigns
NHTSA
Owner complaints
33
Top: air bags
Fuel cost / yr
$2,950est.
EPA estimate, best version
Safety recalls
NHTSA campaigns for this model year
0 recalls found in NHTSA data for the 2015 Nissan Frontier as of Nov 10, 2026.
Data from NHTSA Recalls API · synced Nov 10, 2026NHTSA vehicle page
Owner complaints by component
33 complaints filed with NHTSA · Feb 2015 – Sep 2025
- Air bags10
- Power train5
- Structure5
- Vehicle speed control3
- Electrical system3
- Tires2
- Engine2
- Suspension2
- Wheels2
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
By model year
Complaints for each Frontier model year we’ve synced.
View as table
| Model year | NHTSA complaints |
|---|---|
| 1998 | 131 |
| 1999 | 87 |
| 2000 | 205 |
| 2001 | 143 |
| 2002 | 139 |
| 2003 | 77 |
| 2004 | 66 |
| 2005 | 532 |
| 2006 | 617 |
| 2007 | 520 |
| 2008 | 136 |
| 2009 | 37 |
| 2010 | 59 |
| 2011 | 64 |
| 2012 | 80 |
| 2013 | 48 |
| 2014 | 42 |
| 2015 | 33 |
| 2016 | 44 |
| 2017 | 38 |
| 2018 | 25 |
| 2019 | 28 |
| 2020 | 23 |
| 2021 | 20 |
| 2022 | 112 |
| 2023 | 68 |
| 2024 | 22 |
| 2025 | 10 |
| 2026 | 11 |
- Crashes reported
- 2
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 3
- Deaths reported
- 0
Data from NHTSA Complaints API · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Full problem breakdownNHTSA vehicle page
What owners report most
Verbatim excerpts from NHTSA complaints, by component
Air bags
10 reports2 crashes
“My daughter was in an accident where she struck another vehicle. She was traveling between 35-40 mph. Her airbag did not deploy. Her face and chest struck the steering wheel. She suffered a concussion and whiplash.”
Power train
5 reports
“Dangerous lurching and sometimes with not engage. Other Nissan models have the same problem. The diagnostic code is U0101 bad communication between TCM and Vehicle.”
Structure
5 reports
“VEHICLE SHIPPED FROM FACTORY WITH DEFECTIVE BOLT ON TRAILER HITCH (RECEIVER TYPE). BOLT IS PART OF SYSTEM TO ATTACH THE HITCH TO THE TRUCK FRAME. DISCOVERED AFTER SEVERAL THOUSAND MILES OF TRAILER TOWING. DEALERSHIP HAS NOW INSTALLED A NEW BOLT, RECORDS OF REPAIR ARE ON FILE AT DEALERSHIP.”
Data from NHTSA Complaints API (owner reports, unverified) · synced Nov 10, 2026
Engines, transmissions & drive
6 versions rated by the EPA
- EPA class
- Small Pickup Trucks 2WD, Small Pickup Trucks 4WD
- Engines
- 2.5L 4-cyl · 4.0L 6-cyl
- Transmissions
- Manual 5-spd · Automatic 5-spd · Manual 6-spd
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive · 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline
Towing, payload and dimensions aren’t in the EPA or NHTSA data, so we don’t list them.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026EPA listing
EPA fuel economy by version
City / highway / combined, annual fuel cost and CO₂
EPA
| Version | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier 2WD Man 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 19 | 23 | 21 | $2,950 | 425 |
| Frontier 2WD Auto 5-spd, 4 cyl, 2.5 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,300 | 459 |
| Frontier 2WD Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 4.0 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,300 | 478 |
| Frontier 2WD Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 4.0 L · Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,450 | 484 |
| Frontier 4WD Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 4.0 L · 4-Wheel Drive | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,450 | 495 |
| Frontier 4WD Auto 5-spd, 6 cyl, 4.0 L · 4-Wheel Drive | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,650 | 515 |
- 21mpg comb.
- 19mpg comb.
- 19mpg comb.
- 18mpg comb.
- 18mpg comb.
- 17mpg comb.
Data from EPA fueleconomy.gov · synced Nov 10, 2026 · Fuel cost is EPA’s annual estimate (15,000 mi, 55% city)
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings
4 tested variants
NHTSA has not published 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2015 Nissan Frontier as of Nov 10, 2026.
Maintenance basics
General guidance, not the OEM schedule. Check your owner’s manual.
General guidance
| Item | Miles | Time | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine oil & filter | 5,000–10,000 mi | 6–12 months | Follow the oil-life monitor if fitted |
| Tire rotation | 5,000–7,500 mi | Every oil change | Check pressure monthly |
| Engine air filter | 15,000–30,000 mi | 1–2 years | Sooner in dusty areas |
| Cabin air filter | 15,000–25,000 mi | 1–2 years | |
| Brake fluid | — | 2–3 years | Absorbs moisture over time |
| Coolant | 60,000–100,000 mi | 5–10 years | Long-life coolants last longer |
| Spark plugs | 60,000–100,000 mi | — | Iridium/platinum plugs at the long end |
| 12V battery | — | 3–5 years | Heat shortens battery life |
- Engine oil & filter5,000–10,000 mi
6–12 months - Tire rotation5,000–7,500 mi
Every oil change - Engine air filter15,000–30,000 mi
1–2 years - Cabin air filter15,000–25,000 mi
1–2 years - Brake fluid—
2–3 years - Coolant60,000–100,000 mi
5–10 years - Spark plugs60,000–100,000 mi
— - 12V battery—
3–5 years
Typical intervals for modern cars. Severe service (towing, short trips, extreme heat or cold) shortens them.
2015 Frontier questions
How many recalls does the 2015 Nissan Frontier have?
0 recalls found in NHTSA data as of Nov 10, 2026.
What are the most common 2015 Nissan Frontier problems?
Owners filed 33 complaints with NHTSA. The most-cited components are air bags (10), power train (5), structure (5). Complaints are unverified owner reports and aren't adjusted for how many cars were sold.
What MPG does the 2015 Nissan Frontier get?
The EPA rates the 2015 Nissan Frontier at 17–21 mpg combined, depending on engine and drivetrain (6 versions rated).
Data from NHTSA & EPA · synced Nov 10, 2026