Model year 2015 · Small Pickup Trucks 2WD, Small Pickup Trucks 4WD
2015 Nissan Frontier: recalls, fuel economy and safety ratings
EPA rates the 2015 Nissan Frontier at 17–21 mpg combined across 6 versions. NHTSA lists 0 safety recalls and 33 owner complaints for this model year.
Safety recalls
0
EPA combined mpg
17–21
NHTSA overall rating
—
Recall file dated Oct 27, 2026 · EPA file dated Sep 29, 2026 · updated Oct 27, 2026, 7:34 AM EDT
Check your own car: enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls for that exact vehicle, and contact a Nissan dealer to schedule the repair — safety recall repairs are free. The list below covers the whole model year, so not every recall applies to every car.
2015 Nissan Frontier recalls
NHTSA's recall file lists 0 safety recalls for the 2015 Nissan Frontier, newest first.
No recalls are listed for the 2015 Nissan Frontier in NHTSA's recall file as of Oct 27, 2026.
Recall summaries are written by NHTSA from manufacturers' defect reports. Dates are when NHTSA received the report.
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2015 Nissan Frontier fuel economy by version
EPA city/highway/combined estimates for each engine, transmission and drive combination. Annual fuel cost is EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year (55% city, 45% highway) at EPA's current fuel-price assumptions; your cost will vary.
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Fuel | City/Hwy/Comb | Fuel cost/yr | CO2 g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frontier 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 17/23/19 mpg | $3,550 | 459 |
| Frontier 2WD | 2.5L 4-cyl | Manual 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 19/23/21 mpg | $3,200 | 425 |
| Frontier 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 16/22/18 mpg | $3,700 | 484 |
| Frontier 2WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | 17/22/19 mpg | $3,550 | 478 |
| Frontier 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | 15/21/17 mpg | $3,950 | 515 |
| Frontier 4WD | 4.0L 6-cyl | Manual 6-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | 16/21/18 mpg | $3,700 | 495 |
Source: FuelEconomy.gov (U.S. DOE and EPA), file dated Sep 29, 2026. Each version links to its FuelEconomy.gov record.
EPA estimates come from standardized lab tests so cars can be compared fairly; real-world mileage depends on speed, weather, load, tires and driving style.
2015 Nissan Frontier crash-test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the tested versions. More stars mean a lower chance of serious injury in that type of crash. Rollover risk is NHTSA's estimated chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
| Tested vehicle | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Rollover risk | Forward collision warning |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 4 stars | 19.8% | No |
| 2015 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 3 stars | 21.2% | No |
| 2015 Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 4 stars | 19.8% | No |
| 2015 Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 3 stars | 21.2% | No |
Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program), checked Oct 26, 2026.
Star ratings compare vehicles of similar size and weight; a frontal rating for a large pickup is not directly comparable with one for a small car.
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2015 Nissan Frontier owner complaints
Owners have filed 33 complaints with NHTSA about the 2015 Nissan Frontier, most recently on Sep 11, 2025. 2 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 3 injured people and 0 deaths. These are unverified reports; a complaint is not proof of a defect.
| Component named in complaints | Mentions |
|---|---|
| Air bags | 10 |
| Power train | 5 |
| Structure: Body | 5 |
| Electrical system | 3 |
| Unknown or other | 3 |
| Vehicle speed control | 3 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Seat belts | 2 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Service brakes | 2 |
Source: NHTSA consumer complaint files (complaints received since January 1, 2015). One complaint can name several components.
Had a safety problem with your vehicle? You can report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem.
Other Nissan Frontier model years
| Year | Combined | Recalls | Complaints | Overall rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 Frontier | 18–21 mpg | — | — | — |
| 2026 Frontier | 18–21 mpg | 1 | 11 | 4/5 |
| 2025 Frontier | 18–21 mpg | 3 | 9 | 4/5 |
| 2024 Frontier | 19–21 mpg | 3 | 22 | 4/5 |
| 2023 Frontier | 18–21 mpg | 1 | 66 | 4/5 |
| 2022 Frontier | 19–20 mpg | 6 | 112 | 4/5 |
| 2021 Frontier | 19–20 mpg | 2 | 20 | 4/5 |
| 2020 Frontier | 19–20 mpg | 2 | 23 | 4/5 |
| 2019 Frontier | 17–21 mpg | 1 | 28 | 4/5 |
| 2018 Frontier | 17–21 mpg | 2 | 25 | — |
| 2017 Frontier | 17–21 mpg | 1 | 38 | 4/5 |
| 2016 Frontier | 17–21 mpg | 1 | 44 | — |
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Other 2015 Nissan models
Sources
- Recalls: NHTSA recall flat file (FLAT_RCL_POST_2010), dated Oct 27, 2026, plus a live check of api.nhtsa.gov in your browser.
- Complaints: NHTSA consumer complaint flat files (COMPLAINTS_RECEIVED), counts only — we do not republish complaint text.
- Crash tests: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings API.
- Fuel economy: FuelEconomy.gov vehicles file (U.S. DOE and EPA), dated Sep 29, 2026.
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