Verdict
2015 Nissan Frontier: Complaints, Recalls & Known Issues
What the public record actually says about the 2015 Nissan Frontier — every figure below is a NHTSA or EPA number, not an opinion.
The read
Fewer reported complaints than most truck.
Owners filed 33 NHTSA complaints — fewer complaints than 83% of 2015 trucks. Air Bags leads the reports (27%). No safety recalls on record.
Based on NHTSA complaint volume against 2015 trucks, not adjusted for how many were sold. It describes the model year, not the individual car you are looking at.
Complaints filed
33
Reports to NHTSA, 2015
Safety recalls
0
NHTSA campaigns on record
NHTSA crash test
Not rated
Overall NCAP rating
Combined MPG
18.5
EPA estimate
Complaint volume vs. segment peers
Fewer complaints than 83% of 2015 trucks
The bar is this car's percentile among 2015 trucks by complaint volume — a full bar means the fewest complaints in its class. Not adjusted for sales.
Known issues
Air Bags issues lead owner complaints (27% of 33 reports), followed by power train (12%).
+ 5 more component categories with fewer reports.
Share of all 33 NHTSA complaints for this model year, grouped by the component owners named. Bars are scaled to the largest category. Examples: ODI 11678021, ODI 11425637, ODI 11686676, ODI 11614332, ODI 11180619.
Recalls
0 recalls — none issued for this model year as of Jul 2026. Recall records can change as NHTSA publishes new campaigns.
A campaign can apply to this model year without being incomplete on a specific vehicle. Check the VIN with NHTSA or a dealer to confirm whether a particular car needs repair.
Investigations
0 NHTSA investigations on record
No investigations are on record as of Jul 2026. An empty record is not a clean bill of health.
Crash-test ratings
2015 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
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- Side
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2015 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC RWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Not rated
- Side
- Not rated
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2015 Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC 4WD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Not rated
- Side
- Not rated
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2015 Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC RWD NHTSA source
- Overall
- Not rated
- Frontal
- Not rated
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- Not rated
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Fuel economy by trim
| Trim | Engine | Drivetrain | Transmission | City | Hwy | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 5-spd | 19 | 23 | 21 |
| Frontier 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 17 | 22 | 19 |
| Frontier 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 5-spd | 17 | 23 | 19 |
| Frontier 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Manual 6-spd | 16 | 21 | 18 |
| Frontier 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Rear-Wheel Drive | Automatic 5-spd | 16 | 22 | 18 |
| Frontier 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | 4-Wheel Drive | Automatic 5-spd | 15 | 21 | 17 |
EPA laboratory estimates by trim and engine. Actual mileage varies with driving, weather, load, and maintenance. EPA source.
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2015 Nissan Frontier: frequently asked
What does the complaint record show for the 2015 Nissan Frontier?
Owners filed 33 NHTSA complaints about the 2015 Nissan Frontier — fewer complaints than 83% of comparable 2015 trucks, so it sits toward the stronger end of its class. That's a signal, not a guarantee about any single car.
What are the most common problems on the 2015 Nissan Frontier?
The most-reported problem areas are Air Bags (27% of complaints) and power train (12%).
How many recalls does the 2015 Nissan Frontier have?
No safety recalls are on record for the 2015 Nissan Frontier as of Jul 2026.
What gas mileage does the 2015 Nissan Frontier get?
The EPA rates the 2015 Nissan Frontier between 17 and 21 mpg combined, depending on trim and drivetrain.