2012 Nissan Frontier vs 2012 Toyota Tacoma
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 | 2012 Nissan Frontier | 2012 Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 78 | 294 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 7 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 113 | 464 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 16 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 0 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | 4/5 |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–21 | 17–22 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 44,000 mi | 57,365 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Frontier | Toyota Tacoma |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 12 | 122 |
| Power Train | 20 | 35 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 1 | 51 |
| Air Bags | 23 | 9 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 5 | 22 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 19 |
| Suspension | 3 | 21 |
| Service Brakes | 0 | 21 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Airbag warning light | 10 | 0 |
| Stalling | 5 | 8 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 89 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 80 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 13 |
| Rust / corrosion | 0 | 10 |
| Hesitation / surging | 0 | 6 |
2012 Nissan Frontier
2012 Toyota Tacoma
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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.