2014 Nissan Frontier Reliability
The 2014 Nissan Frontier has 42 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about air bags and unknown or other. Compared with nearby Frontier model years (2012–2016), it rates as a solid year: complaints are in line with the Frontier's typical year.
By CarWhere Research · Updated 2026-11-04 · Source: NHTSA
42
NHTSA owner complaints
2
Recall campaigns
3
Complaints citing a crash
1
Complaints citing a fire
2014 Nissan Frontier complaints by component
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2014 model year, filed between 2014 and 2026. A complaint can name more than one component.
| Component | Complaints | Share of complaints |
|---|---|---|
| Air bags | 11 | 26% |
| Unknown or other | 7 | 17% |
| Electrical system | 6 | 14% |
| Powertrain / transmission | 6 | 14% |
| Fuel / propulsion system | 5 | 12% |
| Speed control / throttle | 3 | 7% |
| Visibility / wipers | 3 | 7% |
| Body structure | 2 | 5% |
2014 Nissan Frontier recalls
2 recall campaigns on NHTSA record for the 2014 model year, by the date NHTSA received the manufacturer's report. Recall repairs are free at a dealer.
| NHTSA campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14V052000 | Feb 12, 2014 | Electrical system — wiring / fuses and circuit breakers | Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2012 through 2014 Frontier vehicles manufactured from November 28, 2012, through December 17, 2013. In the affected vehicles, a circuit breaker may have been installed incorrectly causing the… |
| 14V418000 | Jul 10, 2014 | Seat belts — rear/other | Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014 Frontier Crew Cab vehicles manufactured June 11, 2014 to June 26, 2014. The affected vehicles were manufactured with an out of specification anchor nut installed on the weld nut plate… |
How the 2014 compares with nearby Frontier years
Verdicts compare these Frontier model years with each other.
| Model year | Complaints | Recalls | Most-reported area | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 | 80 | 3 | Air bags | Caution |
| 2013 | 48 | 1 | Air bags | Solid |
| 2014 (this page) | 42 | 2 | Air bags | Solid |
| 2015 | 33 | 0 | Air bags | Solid |
| 2016 | 44 | 1 | Unknown or other | Solid |
Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA and are not adjusted for how many of each year were sold, so they compare years of the same model rather than different models.
What to check on a used 2014 Nissan Frontier
- Air bags: make sure the air bag warning light goes out after start-up and that any air bag recall was completed on this VIN.
- Electrical: test every light, window, lock, the infotainment screen and the charging system; scan for stored fault codes.
- Transmission: test-drive from cold through every gear, feel for slipping, harsh or delayed shifts and shudder, and ask whether the fluid has been serviced.
- Fuel system: smell for fuel around the car, watch for hesitation or stalling, and check for a lit check-engine light.
- Recalls: confirm each of the 2 campaigns above was completed on this VIN; open recalls are repaired free at a dealer.
- History: run the VIN for salvage, theft and odometer records, and have an independent mechanic inspect the car before you pay.
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2014 Nissan Frontier reliability FAQ
Is the 2014 Nissan Frontier reliable?
The 2014 Nissan Frontier has 42 owner complaints and 2 recall campaigns on file with NHTSA, most often about air bags and unknown or other. Compared with nearby Frontier model years (2012–2016), it rates as a solid year: complaints are in line with the Frontier's typical year.
What are the most common 2014 Nissan Frontier problems?
The most-reported problem areas in NHTSA owner complaints for the 2014 Nissan Frontier are air bags (11), unknown or other (7), electrical system (6), powertrain / transmission (6). One complaint can name more than one component.
Does the 2014 Nissan Frontier have recalls?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 2014 Nissan Frontier, including 14V052000 (electrical system — wiring / fuses and circuit breakers) and 14V418000 (seat belts — rear/other). Recall repairs are free at a dealer, and whether one was done is tracked by VIN.
How does the 2014 Nissan Frontier compare with the 2013 and 2015 models?
By NHTSA records, the 2013 has 48 complaints and 1 recall (solid); the 2015 has 33 complaints and 0 recalls (solid). The 2014 has 42 complaints and 2 recalls.
How do I check a specific used 2014 Nissan Frontier?
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Sources: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation owner complaints (all body-style listings for the 2014 Frontier, de-duplicated by complaint number) and NHTSA recall campaigns, retrieved 2026-11-04.