2008 Nissan Frontier vs 2009 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 | 2008 Nissan Frontier | 2009 Nissan Frontier |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 136 | 37 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 106 | 99 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 2 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–21 | 16–21 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 85,500 mi | 64,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Frontier | Nissan Frontier |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 54 | 8 |
| Air Bags | 21 | 9 |
| Engine | 26 | 2 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 13 | 1 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 10 | 4 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 0 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 9 | 0 |
| Suspension | 4 | 3 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 8 |
| Check engine light | 6 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 0 |
2008 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.