2014 Nissan Frontier
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2014 Nissan Frontier. Newest first.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014 Frontier Crew Cab vehicles manufactured June 11, 2014 to June 26, 2014. The affected vehicles were manufactured with an out of specification anchor nut installed on the weld nut plate where the rear seat belt anchor is attached. The seat belt anchor bolt may not be attached as…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the seat belt anchor bolt is not attached as designed, that increases the risk of injury in the event of a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the seat belt anchor attachment and repair it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 18, 2014. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012 through 2014 Frontier vehicles manufactured from November 28, 2012, through December 17, 2013. In the affected vehicles, a circuit breaker may have been installed incorrectly causing the main wire harness connected to the circuit breaker to face outward, potentially contacting a metal…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The bolt may wear through the wire harness covering, resulting in an electrical short which could cause a fire.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the circuit breaker orientation. If the circuit breaker orientation is incorrect, dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2014. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
Owner complaints
42 complaints3 involved a crash1 involved a fire3 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Air bags
Air Bag light is constantly on. So the diagnosis was air bag sensor is not working. so the air bags will not deploy in an accident
- Air bags
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. The air bag light warning light illuminated and remained constantly illuminated since the day of the failure. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed. The local dealer…
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the air bag warning light illuminated. The air bag light warning light illuminated and remained constantly illuminated since the day of the failure. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed. The local dealer was contacted; however, the vehicle was not repaired because it was not under recall. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 150,000.
- Air bags · Unknown or other
Horn did not work and Airbag light keeps flashing
- Air bags
Non functioning passenger side airbag requiring replacement of passenger side seat and airbag. Diagnosis made at Authorized Nissan dealer, Eugene Oregon
- Air bags
Side Air bags deployed while crossing a railroad crossing.
- Air bags
The Air Bag Clock Spring Spiral Cable failed on 6-29-2022. Nissan replaced the component 6-30-2022 at a cost to me of 852.72. I spoke with several service technicians at this dealership and I quote... yep, this happens all the time with these clock springs. I called Nissan consumer affairs. My case…
The Air Bag Clock Spring Spiral Cable failed on 6-29-2022. Nissan replaced the component 6-30-2022 at a cost to me of 852.72. I spoke with several service technicians at this dealership and I quote... yep, this happens all the time with these clock springs. I called Nissan consumer affairs. My case number was 46685014. They said since this is covered under the 5 year 60 K miles that they would not cover the cost. My 2014 truck has 66K. I said to them I felt that this is a safety issue and there should not be a time or mileage limit attached to a safety issue since the airbags will not deploy and that this problem is occurring often, according to Nissan's own service technicians. Also, from one of Nissan's website "How often do Air Bag Clocksprings need replacement? The airbag clock spring is designed to last the lifetime of the vehicle. I feel this should be investigated by your agency.
- Electrical system
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start as needed. The traction control and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V052000 (Electrical…
The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start as needed. The traction control and check engine warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 14V052000 (Electrical System) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The mechanic informed the contact that the integrated computer module needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired and remained with the independent mechanic. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure but informed the contact that there was a Voluntary Service Campaign for the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) associated with the VIN. The failure mileage was approximately 57,400.
- Latches/locks/linkages › Hood › Latch
The hood latch failed when we were driving 65 mph on a highway, causing the hood to open, block our view and smash our windshield. The hood was bent, the roof was dented and the inside rearview mirror and overhead light came off.
- Fuel/propulsion system · Vehicle speed control
From a stand still, when accelerating to enter into traffic. Depressing the accelerator, the truck only moves into traffic but then the truck fails to accelerate. There IS a flat spot. No acceleration at times. I have to "pedal" the accelerator to try to get the truck to move. Meanwhile I am stuck…
From a stand still, when accelerating to enter into traffic. Depressing the accelerator, the truck only moves into traffic but then the truck fails to accelerate. There IS a flat spot. No acceleration at times. I have to "pedal" the accelerator to try to get the truck to move. Meanwhile I am stuck with traffic rapidly approaching because I cannot get out of the way. This problem happens intermittently and always at the worst time like when trying to enter onto a highway. I have had near collisions twice due to this problem. Nissan dealer has found nothing. They cannot reproduce the problem when I take it to them.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owned a 2014 nissan frontier. While driving approximately 25 mph, the front driver steering wheel, front driver and passenger side seat belt air bags deployed without impact. As a result, the contacts view of the road was obstructed and was headed towards a side walk however was…
TL* the contact owned a 2014 nissan frontier. While driving approximately 25 mph, the front driver steering wheel, front driver and passenger side seat belt air bags deployed without impact. As a result, the contacts view of the road was obstructed and was headed towards a side walk however was able to bring the vehicle to a complete stop to avoid a crash. The contact stated no warning indicator illuminated. The contact sustained a lower arm injury and burn but no medical attention was received. A police report was not filed. The contact called the manufacturer and was informed to take the vehicle to a dealer to be serviced under an air bag recall. The vehicle was taken to local dealer teddy nissan located at 3660 boston rd, the bronx, ny 10469 where it was diagnosed that the system in the air bag and seat belts needed to be replaced but confirmed there was no recall. The vehicle was not repaired due to costs. The manufacturer had been informed of failure, and a case was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 139,900.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact's wife owns a 2014 nissan frontier. The contact stated that there was a burning odor in the vehicle and that the rear tail lights were not working. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic whom determined that the main wire harness was defective. The tail lights were…
TL* the contact's wife owns a 2014 nissan frontier. The contact stated that there was a burning odor in the vehicle and that the rear tail lights were not working. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic whom determined that the main wire harness was defective. The tail lights were replaced, but the failure still occurred because the harness was not replaced. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for a diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to nhtsa as the vin was not included in a recall. The approximate failure mileage was 36,000.
- Fuel/propulsion system
Every time I need to fill my truck up, I never let it get below a quarter of a tank, fuel will come shooting back out as if it IS full, but it IS not. My truck was off, and the key not in the ignition. This has happened every since my getting this truck, 1/19/20190 to current. I have to fuel slow in order to get gas a full tank, like there IS a kink in the system.
- Electrical system
Instrument cluster giving vehicle parasitic draw between tsb and combination meter! instrument cluster stays on when keys out of vehicle and dash indicators flicker due to faulty combination meter. A recall should be recognized and the proper procedures should be taking care of for the manufacture recall.
- Air bags
Airbag light comes on when ignition turned on and remains blinking/flashing until ignition turned off. Remains on whether standing still or in motion at any speed
- Visibility/wiper
My sun roof spontaneously exploded. Heard a lid pop looked up and the entire window was shattered. I was on the highway.
- Visibility/wiper
I heard a load pop similar to a gun shot. My sun roof had just spontaneously exploded. It buckled in the middle and the whole roof was shattered.
- Unknown or other
Frontal collision (rear end style) at approximately 50-60 mph on the interstate. Airbags did not deploy.
- Fuel/propulsion system
Purchased vehicle used, with 28,000 miles. gas spurts out of filler neck 90% of the time when using automatic nozzle as tank nears 3/4 full; must finish filling at very slow rate manually. 10% of the time gas spurts out filler neck as soon as filling begins, unless a one minute wait IS observed between stopping and beginning to fill tank.
- Fuel/propulsion system
When refueling vehicle fuel splashes out of reseptical after 10 seconds of fueling. the auto shutoff on the fuel pump activates and refueling stops but not after fuel splashes out on the person refueling the vehicle and creating a hazmat event at the fuel pumps. this does not happen at every…
When refueling vehicle fuel splashes out of reseptical after 10 seconds of fueling. the auto shutoff on the fuel pump activates and refueling stops but not after fuel splashes out on the person refueling the vehicle and creating a hazmat event at the fuel pumps. this does not happen at every fillup but if it happens at but if it does it at a pump it will continue splashing at that pump every time I try to get fuel..
- Steering
Steering. erratic steering was experienced when driving. Upon inspection it was discovered that the shaft from the steering wheel to the input shaft on the steering box was not connected properly. this created movement in the connection which wore off the splines. this resulted in erratic…
Steering. erratic steering was experienced when driving. Upon inspection it was discovered that the shaft from the steering wheel to the input shaft on the steering box was not connected properly. this created movement in the connection which wore off the splines. this resulted in erratic steering and steering failure that could have resulted in a fatal accident. the nissan rep did not seem concerned when I called to alert then.
- Air bags · Electrical system · Structure › Body
Takata recall. When in a "front end collision" at a high rate of speed (est. 70-80 mph), at impact, no air bags were deployed and resulted in hitting my head either against the steering wheel or the driver's side window (i am unsure, as I lost consciousness for seconds after the collision). This…
Takata recall. When in a "front end collision" at a high rate of speed (est. 70-80 mph), at impact, no air bags were deployed and resulted in hitting my head either against the steering wheel or the driver's side window (i am unsure, as I lost consciousness for seconds after the collision). This collision occurred, most recently, on 08/28/18. I was also involved in a "front end collision" with a semi-truck/18-wheeler in february of 2018. This was also at a high rate of speed but the impact was to the passenger side, predominantly. Although I didn't have a passenger, I still was hit hard enough that the impact jolted my head to, once again, hit my steering wheel and resulting in being transported to the er via los angeles fire department. Both of these accidents occurred on the highway and in motion.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owned a 2014 nissan frontier. While driving approximately 55 mph, the contact's vehicle crashed into a tree. None of the air bags deployed. There was no warning indicator illuminated. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was totaled and was towed to…
TL* the contact owned a 2014 nissan frontier. While driving approximately 55 mph, the contact's vehicle crashed into a tree. None of the air bags deployed. There was no warning indicator illuminated. There were no injuries and a police report was not filed. The vehicle was totaled and was towed to the contact's residence. The dealer was not called. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 66,120. The vin was not provided.
- Power train · Service brakes
At ambient temperatures less than 10 degrees, the ABS light and traction control light will illuminate upon first movement. This disables the ABS system and the traction control system, it will also disable the 4 wheel drive system if not engaged before movement. Ambient temp must rise above 25 degrees to reverse the symptoms. This IS a serious safety hazard for anyone that lives in a cold climate.
- Fuel/propulsion system
When fueling truck, gasoline comes up fuel tank bottleneck. It's a known issue with this truck different years same problem. Very dangerous gas explodes out of the tank gets all over truck , myself , ground. Happens on every fill up. Air cannot vent when filling tank causes gas to rise overfill spraying gas everywhere.
- Power train · Unknown or other
I have already filed a complaint: friday june 2, 2017. this IS from research on www (thousands of ads to sell nissan "bell housings on www); from youtube concerning a $7,000 reair: autonation nissan of brandon in brandon, fl did the work and a few months later and a couple thousand miles I…
I have already filed a complaint: friday june 2, 2017. this IS from research on www (thousands of ads to sell nissan "bell housings on www); from youtube concerning a $7,000 reair: autonation nissan of brandon in brandon, fl did the work and a few months later and a couple thousand miles I am having no issues and much of the bell housing rattle IS gone! They ended up replacing my drive shaft along with the bell housing, and I also got a new front catalytic converter/downpipe as it was damaged during removal due to seized hardware. The whole warranty job was around $7,000! from youtube (the "red lines" in my attached photos are "cracks", you can "hang" your fingernail on) I learned there has been "bell housing decentigration, rear end of engine crankshafts breaking off, transmission bearings spinning in the trans. Housings and driveshafts wobbling, etc, etc. Should I report this to "federal trade commission? the date below IS when I was driving (180 miles) home after purchasing vehicle. Baker nissan has been "jerking" me around for over two (2) years now. That IS the reason brad baker stated to me: "...don't bring the vehicle back there again..." and I still have 28,000 miles / 2 1/2 years warranty on vehicle! Drivetrains don't "vibrate" !!!
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11004962VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11004961CAN COMMUNICATION NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11004960CAN COMMUNICATION CODES DIAGNOSTIC TIPS AND GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001201WINDOW GLASS WARRANTY INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001194REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001191WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10251535SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin is no longer active. To access infotainment software updates via the Infotainment Software Update Utility: Select SPECIALTY TOOLS, and then select Infotainment Software Updates on the left side of ASIST. Please discard previous versions of NTB23-018.
- 10249914SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin is no longer active. To access infotainment software updates via the Infotainment Software Update Utility: Select SPECIALTY TOOLS, and then select Infotainment Software Updates on the left side of ASIST. HINT: Initially, the Infotainment Software Update Utility will be available only on the CONSULT PC version of ASIST. The Utility will be added to ASIST WEB at a later date. Please discard previous versions of NTB23-018.
- 10243708DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10242148SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10242141SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10239062SILICONE-BASED LUBRICANT OR GREASE CAN DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SERVICE INFORMATION Do not apply Silicone-based lubricants or grease to, or around, any interior electrical components. To avoid the risk of death or severe personal injury, do not directly spray Silicone-based lubricant or grease, or inadvertently overspray Silicone-based lubricant or grease onto any interior electrical components. These types of lubricants can be detrimental to the proper operation of electrical components.
- 1023906012 VOLT BATTERY TESTING FOR IN-SERVICE VEHICLES SERVICE INFORMATION The following Service Information lists NNA procedural recommendations for establishing good connections while performing 12V battery testing. These recommendations are expected to promote uniformity during the connection process, therefore reducing the number of incorrect Test with DCA and Replace results. HINT: If 12 volt batteries are allowed to discharge for a prolonged period of time, battery life may be drastically reduced. This condition may lead to premature battery replacement and customer dissatisfaction. IMPORTANT: CPX-900 is now an accepted testing tool to use along with or in place of the DSS-5000 CPX-900 operating instructions are found at: https://nissancpx900.midtronics.com/ DSS-5000 operating instructions are found at: https://nissandss5000.midtronics.com/ DCA-8000 is now a required testing tool to be used for all warranty replacement decisions. The DCA-8000 is also a more efficient charger than previously available, and will charge any available 12 volt lead acid battery safely and accurately as long as all precautions and inputs are made correctly. The DCA-8000 operating instructions are found at: https://nissandca8000.midtronics.com/
- 10235775SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10235710INTELLIGENT KEY REPLACEMENT OR SWAPPING BETWEEN VEHICLES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10235707VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10235698HEADLAMP, FOG LAMP, OR REAR COMBINATION LAMP FOGGING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10234080SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10234079SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10234078SOFTWARE UPDATE FOR INFOTAINMENT ISSUES SERVICE INFORMATION When diagnosing an infotainment issue or after replacement of the AV Control Unit, it is necessary to verify the current software version of the AV Control Unit to determine if a software version update is required. Use the vehicle tables in this bulletin to determine the current software version, if the AV Control Unit requires a software version update, and which procedure to use to update the AV Control Unit. The software updates in this bulletin are to address stability improvements and bug fixes. IMPORTANT: If the customer is experiencing a software related concern, refer to NTB21-038 to verify if the customer concern is a hardware or software related issue. If the concern is a software related issue, review the information in this bulletin to update the AV Control Unit as needed.
- 10233896ABS/VDC CAN DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232658REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232657WHEEL BEARING COLLISION DAMAGE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232656WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10232652DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10208953DTC P0456 CAUSED BY EVAP LEAK AT VENT CONTROL VALVE O-RING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10208950MIL ON WITH DTC P0448 This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10208948EVAP LEAK DTC P0442, P0455, P0456 INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10208946CAN COMMUNICATION NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10207861MIL ON WITH DTC P0448 This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10206391STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10206373CLEANING FRONT OR REAR COMBINATION LAMP ASSEMBLIES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10206301MANUAL SEAT TRACK ADJUSTMENT DOES NOT LOCK INTO POSITION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10202244NISSANCONNECT NAVIGATION SYSTEM SOFTWARE UPDATE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on page 14. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10199147EXTENDED STORAGE SWITCH AND BCM TRANSIT MODE This bulletin is no longer active. Please discard previous versions of NTB10-124.
- 10194184Fuel Filler Cap tether clip service information
- 10194174Audio Ulnit Replacement - Vehicles with color display audio and navigation system
- 10192840SERVICE INFORMATION Temporary tire Flat Spotting is common on New Dealer In-Stock vehicles that have not been occasionally moved. Flat Spotting can occur after the vehicle has been parked (not moved) for a few days, or longer. In most cases it is temporary. In extreme cases it can be permanent. Vehicles should be moved every 30 days, in one direction only, enough to rotate the tires 90 (see Figure 1). Moving vehicles as shown will prevent tire Flat Spotting. See this bulletin for further detail.
- 10192821SERVICE INFORMATION Replacement 5-speed rear wheel drive Automatic Transmission (A/T) assemblies and replacement control valves (valve bodies) now come with blank Transmission Control Modules (TCMs). Blank TCMs come without software and must be programmed (not reprogrammed) and then configured after they are installed. When ordering a replacement A/T or control valve, use the Nissan electronic parts information systems to obtain the correct software program part number See this bulletin for further detail.
- 10192813SERVICE INFORMATION If the configuration of the Audio/Navigation unit has not been completed correctly, some of the symptoms that may occur are: * Intermittent or no back up camera operation * No steering wheel switch response to audio inputs * No volume response from volume knob * Volume very loud or very quiet and adjustment is overly sensitive * Equalizer is adjusted so that Bass control is at maximum all the time * DTC U1000 for AVM C/U could be present If the above symptoms occur: * Confirm the configuration of the Audio/Navigation unit is correct. NOTE: Correct configuration of the appropriate control unit will restore correct operation. Audio/Navigation unit configuration is outlined starting on page 2. See this bulletin for further detail.
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