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2022 Nissan Frontier

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2022 models.

Nissan Frontier
Pictured: Nissan Frontier (D41) Pro-4X Automesse Ludwigsburg 2022 1X7A5885. Photo: Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
Body styles
Crew Cab, Crew Cab S/Box, King Cab
Engines
3.8L 6-cyl
Drivetrain
Rear-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Regular Gasoline
MPG (best)
20 combined · 18 city / 24 hwy
Length
210.2–224 in
Curb weight
4,550–4,806 lb
NHTSA rating
★★★★★
Recalls
6 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

  • AWD / 4WD available

Watch out for

  • Higher rollover riskNHTSA estimates a 20.4% chance of rollover in a single-vehicle crash.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 7 similar 2022 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2022 Nissan Frontier is a standard pickup truck offered with a 3.8L 6-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and part-time 4-wheel drive.

It measures about 224 inches long and 73 inches wide on a 140-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 4,806 lb (Crew Cab).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 20 MPG combined (18 city / 24 highway), 1% worse than the 2022 standard pickup truck average of 20.3 MPG, for an estimated $3,350 a year in fuel.

In NHTSA crash testing it earned a 4-star overall rating.

It has 6 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 112 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the electrical system.

What changed for 2022

  • New body dimensions: 18.5 in longer, wheelbase +13.8 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
  • Now crash-tested by NHTSA: 4 stars overall

Compared with 2021; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2021 Frontier →

Trims, performance & features

Engine–3.8L
DriveAWD/4WD

Trims

Crew CabKing Cab

Safety & driver-assist features

Forward collision warningStandard
Blind-spot monitoringOptional
Lane departure warningOptional
Adaptive cruise controlOptional
Parking assistOptional
Backup cameraStandard
Automatic high beamsStandard
Adaptive driving beamStandard
Keyless startStandard
LED headlightsYes

Built in: Canton, Mississippi

NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 5 2022 Frontier configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
Crew Cab224 in72.8 in72 in139.8 in61.8 / 61.8 in4,806 lb57/43
Crew Cab S/Box210.2 in72.8 in72 in126 in61.8 / 61.8 in4,720 lb57/43
King Cab210.2 in72.8 in71.7 in126 in61.8 / 61.8 in4,550 lb58/42

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
Frontier 2WD3.8L 6-cylAutomatic (S9)Rear-Wheel Drive18 / 24 / 20-1%$3,350444
Frontier 4WD3.8L 6-cylAutomatic (S9)Part-time 4-Wheel Drive17 / 21 / 19+7%$3,550458
4/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
4/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $4,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
20.3 MPG2022 Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2022 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2022 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD★★★★★★★★★★3★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★20.4%
2022 Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC 4WDNot ratedNot rated–★ / –★Not ratedNot rated★★★★★20.4%
2022 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC RWD★★★★★★★★★★3★ / 4★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★20.4%
2022 Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC RWDNot ratedNot rated–★ / –★Not ratedNot rated★★★★★20.4%
StandardElectronic stability control
StandardForward collision warning
OptionalLane departure warning
Frontal crash test — 2022 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD
Frontal crash test — 2022 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD. Photo: NHTSA.
Side crash test — 2022 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD
Side crash test — 2022 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD. Photo: NHTSA.

Similar 2022 standard pickup trucks

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2022 Nissan Frontier (this car)20 MPG★★★★★6
2022 Chevrolet Colorado23 MPG★★★★★1
2022 GMC Canyon23 MPG★★★★★1
2022 Ford F-150 Lightning320 miNot rated9
2022 Nissan Titan18 MPGNot rated4
2022 Jeep Gladiator24 MPGNot rated8
2022 Ram 150026 MPGNot rated16

Recalls (6)

Back Over Prevention › Display Function · Oct 13, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V772000 · 27,388 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Titan, Titan XD, Frontier, and 2021-2022 Rogue vehicles. The in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system may continuously reboot when the vehicle is restarted, which can result in an inoperative rearview display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
The IVI software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R22B8, R22C1, and PC923/25.
Power Train › Automatic Transmission · Sep 7, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V671000 · 197,230 vehicles

Problem
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.
Risk
A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
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.
Equipment › Electrical › Infotainment › Software · Jul 21, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V527000 · 10,477 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rogue, 2022 Frontier, Pathfinder, and Titan rental vehicles. When the Sirius XM subscription is set to "Not Subscribed," it may cause the infotainment head unit to reboot, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Risk
An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
The Infotainment system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22A5 PC901 PC902.
Power Train › Automatic Transmission · Jun 24, 2022

NHTSA campaign 22V457000 · 180,176 vehicles

Problem
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.
Risk
A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
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.
Seat Belts › Critical Fasteners · Dec 9, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V958000 · 425 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Frontier vehicles. The seat belt bracket mounting bolts on the left-rear seat may have been incorrectly tightened. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 207, "Seating Systems," 209, "Seatbelt Assemblies," and 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
Risk
During a crash, a loose seat belt bracket may break, causing a loss of seat belt restraint and increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Dealers will replace the bolts on the left-rear seat and repair any damaged threads as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were January 27, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC856.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage · Nov 22, 2021

NHTSA campaign 21V917000 · 22 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Frontier Crew Cab Long Bed trucks. The tow hitch was not installed, compromising the structural integrity of the fuel tank in the event of a rear crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Risk
During a crash, the leaf spring could contact the fuel tank, causing a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire or injury.
Fix
Dealers will install the tow hitch and harness kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC855.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2022 Nissan Frontier is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

112Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
11Involved a crash
3Involved a fire
3Injuries reported
2,000 miTypical mileage at failure
Electrical System29
Power Train24
Unknown Or Other20
Service Brakes18
Forward Collision Avoidance › Adaptive Cruise Control15
Vehicle Speed Control13
Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking13
Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings13
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
24/02: 124/03: 124/04: 124/05: 324/08: 224/09: 324/10: 124/11: 124/12: 325/02: 225/03: 125/04: 125/06: 225/07: 325/08: 125/09: 125/10: 125/12: 226/02: 126/03: 226/04: 226/06: 226/07: 126/09: 224/0224/0524/1025/0225/0625/0926/0226/06max 3

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2022 Nissan Frontier buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 6 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Electrical System — 29 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
  3. Power Train — 24 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
  4. Service Brakes — 18 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 2,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2022 Nissan Frontier. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other Frontier years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2027 Frontier21–Not rated00
2026 Frontier21224 inNot rated111
2025 Frontier21224 inNot rated39
2024 Frontier21224 inNot rated322
2023 Frontier21224 inNot rated166
2021 Frontier20205.5 inNot rated220
2020 Frontier20205.5 inNot rated223
2019 Frontier21205.5 in★★★★★128
2018 Frontier21205.5 inNot rated225
2017 Frontier21205.5 inNot rated138
2016 Frontier21205.5 inNot rated144
2015 Frontier21205.5 inNot rated033

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →