Nissan Frontier 2020 recalls, problems, complaints and safety
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls issued for the Nissan Frontier 2020 and 23 complaints filed by owners. It has 40% fewer complaints than the average Nissan Frontier from 2016–2025 (39 per year).
These are recalls issued for this model and year, not for your specific car. A car may already be repaired or may not be included. Confirm with your VIN on NHTSA.
Own or buying a Nissan Frontier 2020? Enter its VIN to see its exact trim and engine, and confirm on NHTSA whether its recalls were repaired.
Recalls issued for the Nissan Frontier 2020
Powertrain and transmission
NHTSA campaign 22V671000 · 2022-09-07
What happens
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Titan, 2020-2022 Frontier, and 2023 Z vehicles. The transmission parking pawl may not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.
Consequence
A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will perform the applicable repairs below, free of charge: Model Year 2020-2022 Frontier vehicles: reprogram Transmission Control Module (TCM) Model Year 2020-2022 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM and Engine Control Module (ECM) Model Year 2023 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM Model Year 2023 Z vehicles: reprogram TCM. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Powertrain and transmission
NHTSA campaign 22V457000 · 2022-06-24
What happens
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Frontier and Titan vehicles. The transmission parking pawl may not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.
Consequence
A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will replace the transmission parking pawl pin, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22A2 R22A3.
The repair is free at any dealer of the brand.
Complaints from other owners
23 complaints filed with NHTSA by owners of this model.
3 with a crash · 1 injury
Most reported problems on the Nissan Frontier 2020
- Powertrain and transmission: 12 (52% of complaints)
- Engine: 5 (22% of complaints)
- Brakes: 3 (13% of complaints)
- Electrical system: 3 (13% of complaints)
- Backup camera and sensors: 2 (9% of complaints)
Complaints are written by owners and NHTSA doesn't verify each one. They're useful to spot trends.
What to check before buying a Nissan Frontier 2020
- Confirm by VIN on NHTSA that the recalls on this list were repaired.
- On the test drive, check for smooth shifts with no jerks, slipping or noises; check the transmission fluid condition.
- Start it cold, listen for noises, look for oil or coolant leaks and exhaust smoke.
- Brake hard somewhere safe: the car shouldn't pull to one side and the pedal shouldn't sink; check rotors and pads.
- Get an inspection from an independent mechanic before paying.
Safety rating (NCAP)
| Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| 2020 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC RWD | ★★★★☆ | ★★★☆☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★☆☆ |
Nissan Frontier recalls by year
- 2016 : 1 recall · 43 complaints
- 2017 : 1 recall · 38 complaints
- 2018 : 2 recalls · 25 complaints
- 2019 : 1 recall · 28 complaints
- 2020 : 2 recalls · 23 complaints
- 2021 : 2 recalls · 20 complaints
- 2022 : 6 recalls · 112 complaints
- 2023 : 1 recall · 66 complaints
- 2024 : 3 recalls · 22 complaints
- 2025 : 3 recalls · 9 complaints
Guides for this check
Frequently asked questions
How many recalls does the Nissan Frontier 2020 have?
NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls issued for the Nissan Frontier 2020. That doesn't mean every car has them open: confirm with the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. The repair is free at the dealer.
What is the most common problem with the Nissan Frontier 2020?
In complaints filed with NHTSA, the most mentioned component is: powertrain and transmission (12 of 23 complaints). Complaints aren't verified one by one, but they show trends.
Model-level information from official NHTSA sources. Confirm by VIN on NHTSA. Not a substitute for a mechanical inspection.
Last updated: October 15, 2026. Sources: NHTSA vPIC (decoding), NHTSA Recalls, NHTSA Complaints and NHTSA NCAP (5-Star Safety Ratings).