Nissan ยท 2016
2016 Nissan Frontier 2WD
Official EPA fuel economy and NHTSA recall record, best combined figure 21 MPG.
Safety rating (NHTSA 5-Star)
Official crash-test ratings for the 2016 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD.
Fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Fuel | City | Highway | Combined | CO2 g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 16 | 22 | 18 | 483 |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Regular | 17 | 22 | 19 | 478 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Regular | 17 | 22 | 19 | 462 |
| 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Regular | 19 | 23 | 21 | 426 |
Safety recalls (NHTSA)
1 campaign on record for this model year. Recall repairs are free at dealers; check your exact vehicle by VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.
Owner complaints (NHTSA)
56 complaints filed by owners for this model year (6 involving a crash, 3 a fire). Complaints are owner reports, not confirmed defects - browse them in full on nhtsa.gov.
Sources: EPA fueleconomy.gov, the NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings databases (all US public data), refreshed monthly. Recall texts are quoted from the official record. Details on About & Data Sources.