2018 Nissan Frontier Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 25 owner complaints for the 2018 Nissan Frontier. The EPA rates it 17 to 21 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 2
- Owner complaints
- 25
- Crashes / fires reported
- 0 / 0
- EPA combined
- 17–21 MPG
2018 Nissan Frontier recalls
Back Over PreventionSep 12, 2019 · NHTSA 19V654000+
Risk: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Electrical SystemAug 22, 2018 · NHTSA 18V551000+
Risk: If the vehicle stalls, it can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the production information on the ignition switch, and replace it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 1, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017 Nissan NV200, Sentra, NV3500 Van, NV3500 Bus, NV200 Taxi, NV1500, NV2500 Van, Chevrolet City Express, 2017-2018 Frontier, Versa Note, and Versa Sedan vehicles that have a mechanical (physical) key ignition system. In these models, over time, the weight on the key ring and road conditions or some other jarring event may cause the ignition switch to move out of the run position to the accessory position, turning off the engine.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2018 Nissan Frontier problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Electrical System5
- Unknown or Other4
- Suspension3
- Service Brakes3
- Vehicle Speed Control3
- Air Bags2
- Structure2
- Power Train2
2018 Nissan Frontier gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier 2WD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Manual 5-spd | 19 | 23 | 21 | $3,050 |
| Frontier 2WD | 2.5 L 4 cyl, Automatic 5-spd | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,400 |
| Frontier 2WD | 4.0 L 6 cyl, Automatic 5-spd | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,400 |
| Frontier 2WD | 4.0 L 6 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 16 | 22 | 19 | $3,400 |
| Frontier 2WD FFV | 4.0 L 6 cyl, Automatic 5-spd | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,550 |
| Frontier 4WD | 4.0 L 6 cyl, Manual 6-spd | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,550 |
| Frontier 4WD | 4.0 L 6 cyl, Automatic 5-spd | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,800 |
| Frontier 4WD FFV | 4.0 L 6 cyl, Automatic 5-spd | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,800 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2018 Nissan Frontier have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2018 Nissan Frontier, most recently for the back over prevention (Sep 12, 2019). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2018 Nissan Frontier problems?
Owners filed 25 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are electrical system (5), unknown or other (4), suspension (3).
What gas mileage does the 2018 Nissan Frontier get?
The EPA rates the 2018 Nissan Frontier at 17 to 21 MPG combined (best version: 19 city / 23 highway).
Sources: NHTSA recalls and owner complaints (api.nhtsa.gov), EPA fuel economy (fueleconomy.gov). Updated Oct 26, 2026. Complaint counts are unverified owner reports.