1999 Nissan Frontier Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 8%of 78 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 60,078miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the brakes of the 1999 Nissan Frontier, 8% of the 78 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 60,078 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Check engine light on, dealer says I need a new transmission. (this truck has been to the dealer many times to have a chassis noise checked out with no probem found by the dealer.)”
NHTSA complaint #10000789, filed 2003-01, 60,078 miles“Problem 1) difficult to start when engine is hot and truck has sat for 1-4 hours problem 2) vibration in driveline under light acceleration in overdrive and when truck bed has weight in it viration occurs all the time. Dealer had truck for three times before deciding to shim the rearend which has not helped any. I believe the problem is with nissans brand new transmission that is in this truck but it seems they dont want to accept that fact. I have gone as far as to have a Nissan engineer from denver look at this truck but still no fix. …”
NHTSA complaint #704566, filed 1999-03“Anti-lock brake system was not operating correctly. Upon hard braking, consumer noticed pulsation in brake pedal, and a very loud noise coming from the brakes, making it very difficult to stop vehicle. Consumer has contacted the dealer, front brakes replaced. Please provide any further details.”
NHTSA complaint #862872, filed 2000-06“Consumer complained about play in brake pedal. When driving on a down grade and attempting to apply brakes, pedal goes all the way to floor. Spongy brakes, and will not bring vehicle to a solid stop. Dealer stated this is normal.”
NHTSA complaint #883171, filed 2001-03“Steering column has a clicking noise caused by air bag being bounced into the column. Also a popping noise when brakes are applied. Dealer contacted and cannot remedy the problem. Problem still exists continuously. Provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #834490, filed 1999-02Related service bulletins
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Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 2 | 20% |
| 2024 | 4 | 18% |
| 2023 | 15 | 23% |
| 2022 | 19 | 17% |
| 2021 | 2 | 10% |
| 2020 | 4 | 17% |
| 2019 | 3 | 11% |
| 2018 | 3 | 12% |
| 2017 | 3 | 8% |
| 2016 | 3 | 7% |
| 2015 | 2 | 6% |
| 2014 | 2 | 5% |
| 2013 | 3 | 6% |
| 2011 | 13 | 20% |
| 2010 | 5 | 8% |
| 2009 | 5 | 14% |
| 2008 | 12 | 9% |
| 2007 | 10 | 2% |
| 2006 | 22 | 4% |
| 2005 | 8 | 2% |
| 2004 | 6 | 9% |
| 2003 | 7 | 9% |
| 2002 | 15 | 12% |
| 2001 | 15 | 11% |
| 2000 | 19 | 10% |
| 1999 | 6 | 8% |
| 1998 | 5 | 4% |
Other parts of the 1999 Nissan Frontier
19 complaintsAir bags
17 complaintsFuel system
13 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
12 complaintsEngine cooling
10 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsOther or unknown
2 complaintsSeat belts
2 complaintsVehicle speed control
2 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Nissan Frontier
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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