2021 Nissan Frontier Recalls, Problems & MPG
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls and 20 owner complaints for the 2021 Nissan Frontier. The EPA rates it 19 to 20 MPG combined, depending on engine and drivetrain.
- Recalls
- 2
- Owner complaints
- 20
- Crashes / fires reported
- 1 / 0
- EPA combined
- 19–20 MPG
2021 Nissan Frontier recalls
Power TrainSep 7, 2022 · NHTSA 22V671000+
Risk: A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will perform the applicable repairs below, free of charge: Model Year 2020-2022 Frontier vehicles: reprogram Transmission Control Module (TCM) Model Year 2020-2022 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM and Engine Control Module (ECM) Model Year 2023 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM Model Year 2023 Z vehicles: reprogram TCM. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Titan, 2020-2022 Frontier, and 2023 Z vehicles. The transmission parking pawl may not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.
Power TrainJun 24, 2022 · NHTSA 22V457000+
Risk: A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will replace the transmission parking pawl pin, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22A2 R22A3.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Frontier and Titan vehicles. The transmission parking pawl may not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.
Recall repairs are free. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours still needs one.
Most reported 2021 Nissan Frontier problems
Owner complaints to NHTSA by system. One complaint can name more than one system.
- Electrical System6
- Power Train5
- Unknown or Other4
- Fuel/Propulsion System3
- Air Bags3
- Service Brakes2
- Engine2
- Vehicle Speed Control1
2021 Nissan Frontier gas mileage
EPA ratings for each version (city / highway / combined).
| Version | Engine | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier 2WD | 3.8 L 6 cyl, Automatic (S9) | 18 | 24 | 20 | $3,200 |
| Frontier 4WD | 3.8 L 6 cyl, Automatic (S9) | 17 | 23 | 19 | $3,400 |
Real-world mileage depends on how and where you drive. Logbay compares your actual MPG with these EPA numbers.
Questions
Does the 2021 Nissan Frontier have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2021 Nissan Frontier, most recently for the power train (Sep 7, 2022). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2021 Nissan Frontier problems?
Owners filed 20 complaints with NHTSA. The most reported areas are electrical system (6), power train (5), unknown or other (4).
What gas mileage does the 2021 Nissan Frontier get?
The EPA rates the 2021 Nissan Frontier at 19 to 20 MPG combined (best version: 18 city / 24 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.