2017 Nissan Frontier Problems
Compared with other Nissan Frontier years
Typical for this model
50/100 1.0× a typical year · 50 = typical
- Complaint rate is 1.0× that of a typical Nissan Frontier year, weighted for crashes, fires, injuries, recalls and mileage, and allowing for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints.
- 17 of its 38 complaints were filed by the end of 2019.
- Most reported part: Fuel system (10 complaints, median 40,000 mi).
- 1 recall campaign on record. A VIN search at nhtsa.gov/recalls shows open recalls for a specific vehicle.
Nearby years with fewer complaints than typical and no open NHTSA investigation: 2015, 2018, 2019
Based only on NHTSA complaints, recalls and investigations. Not adjusted for how many vehicles were sold, and not a reliability rating. How this is calculated
- Complaints
- 38filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 17,500miles, 24 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 1campaigns on record
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 / 5stars overall, 2 rated versions
- EPA fuel economy
- 19 mpgcombined, 2.5L 4-cyl RWD · 17 city / 22 hwy
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2017 Nissan Frontier (complaints, recalls, investigations), NHTSA crash tests, EPA fuel economy. Report an error
NHTSA recorded 38 consumer complaints for the 2017 Nissan Frontier. The part named most often is fuel system, with 10 complaints (26% of the total), followed by electrical system (6) and other or unknown (6). 24 of the complaints include a mileage, and 92% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 17,500 miles. Of all complaints, 4 involved a crash, 1 a fire, 1 an injury, 1 a death, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign and 85 technical service bulletins for this model year. Fuel system complaints overlap with 9 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Electrical system complaints overlap with 1 recall campaign and 33 technical service bulletins filed under the same part. Compared with the other 13 Nissan Frontier model years that have at least 25 complaints and are old enough to compare, this one scores 50 out of 100, where 50 is a typical year for the model (typical for this model). The comparison allows for the era and for how long each year has had to collect complaints, but not for how many vehicles were sold.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Fuel system10 26%
- Electrical system6 16%
- Other or unknown6 16%
- Air bags5 13%
- Engine4 11%
- Brakes3 7.9%
- Seats1 2.6%
- Steering1 2.6%
- Body and structure1 2.6%
Also reported: Vehicle speed control (1), Wheels (1).
Example complaints
Fuel system: “I went to fill the gas tank today and it started coming back out the about 10 minutes later the mil light came on took it to dealership said it was vent control valve needs to be replaced 495.00 dollars truck has 45000 miles Nissan said I was out of warranty bs”
NHTSA complaint #11176596, filed 2019-02, 45,900 milesElectrical system: “Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2017 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle mileage was 73,471 and at the time of registration, it was discovered that the mileage was 101,000.”
NHTSA complaint #11669398, filed 2025-06, 101,000 milesOther or unknown: “The bed extender fell out of the bed on to freeway while driving vehicle from home depot to my residence. I followed instructions for use no warning label. I wrote dealer told them what occurred they basically , yawned”
NHTSA complaint #10956652, filed 2017-02, 2,000 milesTransmission and drivetrain: “When proceeding from a green light, the 2017 Nissan Frontier sv will not accelerate as normal. To get the truck moving forward, I had to step on the gas medal with more depth than usual, rendering the engine RPM very high, to inch the truck away from the stop light. Luckily, I made it to a shopping center parking lot which was about 100-200 feet away. From the parking stall, I wanted to test if the reverse gear was affected. Shifted the transmission into reverse and the 2017 Nissan Frontier sv will not move backwards. The reverse gear did not work. …”
NHTSA complaint #11023871, filed 2017-09, 500 milesMileage when problems were reported
92% of the 24 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 2,100 and 35,000 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Trend: stable. Complaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
Crash test ratings
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2017 Nissan Frontier. Frontal results are shown driver / passenger; rollover shows the star rating and NHTSA's estimated risk of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Side pole | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier · crew cab AWD | ★★★★☆ | 3 / 2 | 5 | 5 | 4 · 19.8% risk |
| Frontier · crew cab RWD | ★★★★☆ | 3 / 2 | 5 | 5 | 3 · 21.2% risk |
| Frontier · extended cab AWD | not rated | — | — | — | 4 · 19.8% risk |
| Frontier · extended cab RWD | not rated | — | — | — | 3 · 21.2% risk |
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings), nhtsa.gov/ratings.
Fuel economy and running cost
EPA ratings for each 2017 Nissan Frontier version. Annual fuel cost is the EPA's estimate at its current fuel prices for 15,000 miles a year (55% city driving).
| Version | Engine | Transmission | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel / yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed manual | 19 | 23 | 21 | $3,200 |
| Frontier 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 17 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Frontier 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 16 | 23 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Frontier 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | 6-speed manual | 16 | 22 | 19 | $3,550 |
| Frontier 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | 6-speed manual | 16 | 21 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Frontier 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Frontier 2WD FFV | 4.0L 6-cyl · flex-fuel | 5-speed automatic | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Frontier 4WD FFV | 4.0L 6-cyl · flex-fuel | 5-speed automatic | 15 | 21 | 17 | $3,950 |
Source: U.S. EPA and Department of Energy, fueleconomy.gov. Ratings are for comparing vehicles; real-world mileage varies with driving and conditions.
Recalls and investigations
- 18V551000Aug 21, 2018Electrical system › IgnitionCovers: Nissan Frontier 2017–2018, Versa 2017–2018, Versa Note 2017–2018 +4 more
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…
Recall details for the 2017 Nissan Frontier → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 85 on record; the latest 10 are shown.
- 11031705Apr 13, 2026Body and structure. CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT…
- 11031704Apr 13, 2026Body and structure. CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT…
- 11004962May 21, 2024Electrical system. VEHICLE 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.
- 11004961May 21, 2024Electrical system. CAN COMMUNICATION – NETWORK DIAGNOSTIC FLOW CHART This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11004960May 21, 2024Electrical system. CAN 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.
- 11001201Apr 30, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). WINDOW GLASS WARRANTY INFORMATION This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 11001194Apr 30, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). REMOVING 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.
- 11001191Apr 30, 2024Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
- 10251535Feb 22, 2024Electrical system, Equipment. SOFTWARE 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…
- 10249899Jan 29, 2024Electrical system. NISSANCONNECT NAVIGATION SYSTEM SOFTWARE UPDATE TO RESOLVE SEVERAL ISSUES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
Other model years of the Nissan Frontier
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 11 | 2,700 | 1 | 4 | 21 | — | Too new |
| 2025 | 9 | — | 3 | 4 | 21 | — | Too new |
| 2024 | 22 | 1,100 | 3 | 4 | 21 | — | Too new |
| 2023 | 66 | 4,500 | 1 | 4 | 21 | 94 · More | Too new |
| 2022 | 112 | 2,000 | 6 | 4 | 20 | 100 · More | Rising |
| 2021 | 20 | 26,500 | 2 | 4 | 20 | — | Rising |
| 2020 | 23 | 28,000 | 2 | 4 | 20 | — | Rising |
| 2019 | 28 | 12,000 | 1 | 4 | 19 | 21 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2018 | 25 | 9,745 | 2 | — | 19 | 31 · Fewer | Rising |
| 2017 | 38 | 17,500 | 1 | 4 | 19 | 50 · Typical | Stable |
| 2016 | 44 | 32,500 | 1 | — | 19 | 46 · Typical | Stable |
| 2015 | 33 | 29,000 | 0 | — | 19 | 23 · Fewer | Stable |
| 2014 | 42 | 35,000 | 2 | — | 19 | 44 · Typical | Falling |
| 2013 | 48 | 27,000 | 1 | — | 19 | 50 · Typical | Stable |
| 2012 | 80 | 43,000 | 3 | — | 19 | 72 · More | Rising |
| 2011 | 64 | 47,800 | 1 | — | 19 | 49 · Typical | Falling |
| 2010 | 59 | 41,000 | 4 | — | 19 | 72 · More | Rising |
| 2009 | 37 | 60,097 | 3 | — | 19 | 56 · Typical | Falling |
| 2008 | 136 | 85,000 | 5 | — | 19 | 77 · More | Stable |
| 2007 | 520 | 82,000 | 1 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2006 | 617 | 80,000 | 4 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2005 | 532 | 90,000 | 3 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2004 | 66 | 61,000 | 1 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2003 | 77 | 65,500 | 4 | — | 17 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2002 | 124 | 69,500 | 4 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Falling |
| 2001 | 134 | 73,850 | 3 | — | 16 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 2000 | 189 | 88,125 | 3 | — | 19 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1999 | 78 | 80,000 | 2 | — | 21 | Not compared (before 2008) | Rising |
| 1998 | 129 | 110,000 | 2 | — | 22 | Not compared (before 2008) | Stable |
All Nissan Frontier model years · Best and worst years by complaints
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2017 Nissan Frontier have?
NHTSA recorded 38 consumer complaints for the 2017 Nissan Frontier as of Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2017 Nissan Frontier is reported most often?
Fuel system is named most often, in 10 complaints (26% of the total), followed by electrical system with 6.
Has the 2017 Nissan Frontier been recalled?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How did the 2017 Nissan Frontier do in NHTSA crash tests?
NHTSA's 5-Star Safety Ratings give the 2017 Nissan Frontier 4 out of 5 stars overall, across 2 rated versions (body style and drive). Ratings from different model years are only comparable when the vehicle was not redesigned in between.
What gas mileage does the 2017 Nissan Frontier get?
The EPA rates the 2017 Nissan Frontier (Frontier 2WD, 2.5L 4-cyl) at 19 mpg combined, 17 city and 22 highway, with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,550 at 15,000 miles a year. Other engine and drive versions are rated differently.
At what mileage are problems with the 2017 Nissan Frontier reported?
Among the 24 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 17,500 miles and the middle half falls between 2,100 and 35,000 miles; 92% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate. Crash ratings are from NHTSA’s New Car Assessment Program. Fuel economy is from the EPA and DOE (fueleconomy.gov).
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.