1999 Nissan Frontier vs 2001 Nissan Frontier
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 1999 Nissan Frontier | 2001 Nissan Frontier |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 78 | 134 |
| Recall campaigns | 1 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 76 | 81 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 9 | 11 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 8 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 17–21 | 19–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,000 mi | 76,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Frontier | Nissan Frontier |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 10 | 22 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 7 | 25 |
| Air Bags | 17 | 10 |
| Tires | 19 | 4 |
| Power Train | 12 | 8 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 15 |
| Electrical System | 3 | 11 |
| Suspension | 4 | 8 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 7 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 5 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 14 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 8 |
1999 Nissan Frontier
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.