NHTSA model-year recall report

2016 Nissan Frontier Recalls

1 campaign in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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NHTSA campaigns

Affected systems

Urgent advisories

Mar 31, 2016

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At a glance

What the record says

This model year's count is below the Nissan Frontier average of 3.4 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2016 Nissan Frontier recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 16V181000

Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood

Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.

Reported Mar 31, 2016

What is recalled

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.

Safety consequence

An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

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.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Nissan Frontier model years

Compare campaign histories within the same model. Counts are descriptive, not a safety grade.

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2016 Nissan Frontier recall questions

How many recalls does the 2016 Nissan Frontier have?

This verified dataset contains 1 NHTSA campaign associated with the 2016 Nissan Frontier. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2016 Nissan Frontier?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology