2022 Nissan FRONTIER problems and owner complaints
Explore the records behind recurring owner reports.
Key facts
110 owner complaints analyzed
6 distinct recall campaigns
2,000 mi median reported failure mileage
Scope: 2022 model year. Data snapshot: . 17 complaints include usable failure mileage.
Most common problems
Electrical System is the most frequently named component, appearing in 28 of 110 complaints (25.5%). A complaint can name multiple components.
| Topic | Matching reports | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Braking behavior | 40 | 36.4% |
| Transmission and shifting | 17 | 15.5% |
| Electrical and battery issues | 7 | 6.4% |
| Steering behavior | 6 | 5.5% |
| Engine operation | 1 | 0.9% |
| Fuel system concerns | 1 | 0.9% |
Topic matches use published keyword rules. They describe mentions, including negations or comparisons, and do not confirm a diagnosis. Read the matching rules.
Component breakdown
Number of unique complaints naming each component. Top eight shown.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 28 |
| Power Train | 24 |
| Unknown Or Other | 20 |
| Service Brakes | 18 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control | 15 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking | 13 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings | 13 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 13 |
Electrical System: 28; Power Train: 24; Unknown Or Other: 20; Service Brakes: 18; Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control: 15; Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking: 13; Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings: 13; Vehicle Speed Control: 13
Reported problems by failure mileage
Complaint counts in mileage bands. These are not failure rates per vehicle or mile.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| Under 25,000 | 13 |
| 25,000 to 49,999 | 3 |
| 50,000 to 74,999 | 0 |
| 75,000 to 99,999 | 0 |
| 100,000 to 149,999 | 0 |
| 150,000 and above | 1 |
Under 25,000: 13; 25,000 to 49,999: 3; 50,000 to 74,999: 0; 75,000 to 99,999: 0; 100,000 to 149,999: 0; 150,000 and above: 1
Under 25,000 miles has the most reports with usable mileage (13). 93 complaints have missing, zero or invalid mileage.
Complaints over time
Year the complaint was filed, not the vehicle model year or incident year. The snapshot year is partial.
| Category | Count |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 2 |
| 2022 | 42 |
| 2023 | 28 |
| 2024 | 16 |
| 2025 | 14 |
| 2026 | 8 |
2021: 2; 2022: 42; 2023: 28; 2024: 16; 2025: 14; 2026: 8
Pattern summary
Electrical System leads the component reports. Braking behavior appears in 40 complaint narratives. Transmission and shifting appears in 17 complaint narratives. Electrical and battery issues appears in 7 complaint narratives. Use these patterns to inspect individual reports and prepare questions for a mechanic.
Calculated from recorded counts. An AI narrative has not been published for this selection.
Complaint evidence
Examples provide context, not a representative sample or a verified diagnosis.
Owner report 11437245 · 2021-10-18 (October 18, 2021)
The speed control sensor is located in the rear driveshaft passenger side. During a left turn at less than 30-miles and less than 600-miles in the odometer, the speed sensor failed to cause the ABS system, tire pressure, and other sensors to fail as well. The dealer technician determined the rear driveshaft was either damaged at the assembly line or had a defective speed sensor from the factory. There were no other warnings, messages, or symptoms prior to this failure.
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Owner report 11451765 · 2022-02-13 (February 13, 2022)
Vehicle is a new 2022 Nissan proX4.purchase date 12/13/21. No issues until February 6 (3100miles). Car was serviced 2/4/22 for initial oil change and all systems were “green light” on routine diagnostic test at time of oil change per dealer. Now various (ABS, engine light, various warning lights) appear while driving and when engine restarted they disappear, only to reappear again intermittently. I suspect an electronic problem or computer malfunction. This is a safety issue due to driver distraction. I have been told by others (facebook g…
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Owner report 11467606 · 2022-06-05 (June 5, 2022)
Transmission failed catastrophically after 1300 miles of use. Vehicle was towed to Nissan who confirmed multiple selinoids had failed within transmission. Vehicle is completely inoperable. Manufacturer has been unhelpful getting vehicle repaired. Manufacturer has history of supplies vehicles with inferior transmissions.
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Owner report 11473373 · 2022-07-11 (July 11, 2022)
While descending my steep (20% grade) driveway with the transmission in the manual mode and selected to 1st gear when the engine speed reached approx. 2500 rpm (15 mph) the transmission shifted out of gear, the check engine light illuminated, and "automatic transmission fault" appeared on the center display. Following this moving the selector lever to different gear selections did nothing except when placed in park. To get the transmission to respond requires turning the vehicle off and back on. Dealer has looked at the vehicle and did not find…
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Owner report 11477807 · 2022-08-05 (August 5, 2022)
I had an accident , last night 08/04/2022 I was parked an upper hill and out of no were my truck blast up w speed and went forward at full speed I couldn’t control it I try braking and the brakes weren’t working my foot was literally all the way forward. The steering wheel got really hard couldn’t control it . Unfortunately I end up crashing and hitting an innocent man performing his job my truck stopped and crushed the poor man into his truck … Not Even the air bags or sensors turn on they failed , it’s like if something took over my truck . I…
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Owner report 11480478 · 2022-08-22 (August 22, 2022)
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, the Forward Collision Avoidance system suddenly activated causing the vehicle to abruptly stop although no other vehicles or objects were nearby. Also, while operating the vehicle the collision avoidance system warning message and display continued to erroneously appear on the dashboard. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who cleared the failure codes but was unable to determine the cause of the failure. Also, the contact indicated that t…
Owner-reported narrative. 1,000 miles reported. Look up ODI 11480478 at NHTSA ↗
Owner report 11442197 · 2021-11-30 (November 30, 2021)
I bought my 2022 Nissan Frontier Pro-X on 09/12/2021. Since day 1 it had something loose under the hood and was making cracking sounds. Had to bring it in and they tightened something and then had to do a full re-alignment. And before I even hit 1k miles my aerial / backup camera stop working and I’m now waiting on a whole new camera control assembly unit that is on back order and they claim could take months. Also my AEB sensor is not working and after doing research I see a lot of people have had issues with that too and the vehicles making …
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Owner report 11495846 · 2022-12-02 (December 2, 2022)
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that the ABS warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer nine times and was diagnosed and determined that the brake switch and master gear shifter needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the RPM’s increased and the vehicle revved up and jolted forward. Additionally, while driving, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. The vehicle was taken back to the sam…
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Owner report 11680634 · 2025-08-14 (August 14, 2025)
The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that the vehicle was manufactured and delivered with no rear tow hitch installed. The contact indicated that the missing tow hitch created a safety hazard concerning the fuel tank in the event of a collision in the rear of the vehicle. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the issue, but no assistance was offered. The contact was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V917000 (TRAILER HITCHES, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE). The failure mileage was unkn…
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