2016 Nissan Frontier recalls

NHTSA lists 1 safety recall for the 2016 Nissan Frontier. Each is fixed free of charge by a Nissan dealer.

Key takeaways

  • 1 NHTSA safety recall on record for the 2016 Nissan Frontier.
  • Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer, with no expiry for safety recalls.
  • Confirm with your VIN - a model-year recall may not include your car.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD

Campaign 16V181000 · 2016-03-31

Defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016 Frontier V6 vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to March 7, 2016. The starter motor wire harness may have been installed in an incorrect position, allowing the starter harness terminal to contact the heat shield and result in an electrical short.

Risk: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reposition the starter wire harness, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Check your VIN at NHTSA

Other 2016 Nissan Frontier specs

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Recall records are published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and shown here as received. A recall applies to specific VIN ranges, so the definitive check is your own VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.