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Common 1998 Nissan Frontier problems
The 1998 Nissan Frontier has been reported to have several common problems, primarily related to the EVAP system, sunroof, steering, and fuel system.
Firstly, the EVAP system is a common issue in the 1998 Nissan Frontier. The Check Engine (CE) light may come on, indicating that the evap system needs work.
Secondly, the sunroof in the 1998 Nissan Frontier has been reported to rattle and explode, leading to a lawsuit against Nissan.
Thirdly, the steering system in the 1998 Nissan Frontier has also been reported to have issues. The lower steering column joint can develop corrosion, limiting the movement of the joint and potentially leading to cracking of the steering shaft.
Lastly, the fuel system in the 1998 Nissan Frontier has been reported to have leaks, with two complaints of fuel system leaks in the 2002 Frontier and one complaint of a fuel system leak in the 2004 Frontier. This issue can lead to a fire hazard and should be addressed promptly.
In conclusion, the 1998 Nissan Frontier has several common problems, primarily related to the EVAP system, sunroof, steering, and fuel system. It is essential to address these issues promptly to ensure the safety and reliability of the vehicle.
What year Nissan Frontiers had transmission problems?
Transmission Problems
Car Problem Zoo reported that 2005-2008 model years have the most complaints. Similarly, Car Complaints identified Nissan Frontier transmission problems as the number one type of issue with the truck. The radiators in the 2005-2008 Frontier tended to rupture before the truck reached 10,000 miles.
Is the Nissan Frontier reliable?
The auto repair database RepairPal gives the Nissan Frontier an overall 4 out of 5 for reliability, placing it at the top of the rankings for midsize pickups. However, there are several exceptions. Nissan Frontiers with automatic transmissions manufactured between 2005 and 2008 have a defective radiator design.
Are there any problems with the Nissan Frontier?
Nissan Frontier Reliability Problems. Frontier owners have made 986 complaints over 22 model years. Using our PainRank™ system we've ranked it 19th in overall reliability out of 26 Nissan models , with real transmission and engine concerns.
How long do Nissan Frontier engines last?
With proper care and maintenance, this truck is designed to last over two decades and can easily clock more than 200,000 miles or up to 20 years of service. This long-lasting performance is thanks to the Frontier's robust engine, superior corrosion protection, and high-quality production standards.
1998 Nissan Frontier car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Nissan Frontier problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Tires problems
- Electrical system problems
- Suspension problems
- Air bags problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1998 Nissan Frontier vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1998 Nissan Frontier
The NHTSA has received 135 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1998 Nissan Frontier. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1998 Nissan Frontier vehicles.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-03-09
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- VIN: 1N6SD11Y3SC
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: The contact owns a 1995 Nissan Frontier XE. The contact stated upon opening the hood to check the engine oil level at the fuel station, the radiator blew out and propelled a hot anti-freeze that burned his upper body. The contact was transported to the hospital with the assistance of a friend. The contact received medical assistance and was informed that he had sustained second and third-degree burns on the stomach and waist area. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The vehicle was diagnosed nor repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 145,000.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-11-01
- VIN: 1n6dd21s4wc
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: driver's side seat belt receptacle failed in fall of 2021. Nissan initially said they would replace it, but in May of 2022 reported that the part is "unavailable."
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-02-15
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1N6DD26SXWC
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I WAS INVOLVED IN A FRONTAL CRASH WHERE A VEHICLE PULLED OUT IN FRONT OF ME. BOTH VEHICLES WERE A TOTAL LOSS RESUTING PERSONAL INJURY TO ME. THE AIR BAG DID NOT DEPLOY. I WAS TRAVELING 55 MPH ON A MAJOR HIGHWAY AT TIIME OF A ACCIDENT. I HAD TO HAVE BRAIN SURGERY AS A RESULT. I HAD OTHER INJURIES ALSO. THE AIR BAGS COULD HAVD LESSENING IF NOT HAVE PREVENTED THE INJURY. I WILL HAVE TO CONFIRM THE DXACT DATE BUT THE DATE I PUT IS CLOSE TO BEST OF MY MEMORY. I CAN CONFIRM EXACT DATE BUT WILL HAVE TO RESEARCH IT.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-04-02
- VIN: 1N6DD26S9WC
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN FRONTIER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE ENGINE CONSTANTLY LOST POWER. THE DEALER (CAMPBELL NISSAN OF EDMONDS, 24325 WA-99, EDMONDS, WA 98026, (425) 774-2174) WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE, BUT WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE A PERMANENT REMEDY TO REPAIR THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT TOOK THE VEHICLE TO TWO DIFFERENT INDEPENDENT MECHANICS WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE ENGINE ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE FIRST INDEPENDENT MECHANIC REBUILT THE ENGINE, BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED. THE CONTACT HAD TO GO ACROSS FOUR LANES OF TRAFFIC TO AN EXIT RAMP AS THE VEHICLE LOST POWER. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE SECOND INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO STATED THAT THE ENGINE ASSEMBLY NEEDED TO BE REPLACED AGAIN. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE MANUFACTURER ISSUED EIGHT TSBS FOR THE ENGINE, BUT NO RECALLS FOR THE ENGINE CONCERNING THIS YEAR, MAKE, AND MODEL. THE VIN AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE NOT AVAILABLE. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-17
- VIN: 1N6DD21S8WC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: DRIVING DOWN ROAD INSTRUMENT PANEL, ODOMETER, SPEEDOMETER WORK INTERMENTELY. BATTERY IS BEING OVERCHARGED. HAVE REPLACED 2 BATTERIES AND 1 ALTERNATOR AND NOW IT DOSENT CHARGE AT ALL. TRUCK LOST POWER IN THE MIDDLE OF INTERSECTION. THIS HAS HAPPEND MORE THAN ONCE AND HAD TO PUSH IT TO SIDE OF ROAD AND GET IT TOWED.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-05
- VIN: 1N6DD26Y3WC
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN FRONTIER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLINER DISINTEGRATED AND RUBBER FOAM DEBRIS, WHICH PRODUCED A FOUL ODOR, FILLED THE INTERIOR OF THE VEHICLE. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 150,000.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-05-07
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN FRONTIER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEADLINER SEPARATED FROM THE VEHICLE AND FOAM PIECES EMITTED INTO THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT INHALED ABNORMAL FUMES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN AND FAILURE MILEAGE WERE UNKNOWN.
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-11-13
- VIN: 1N6DD26S0WC
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN FRONTIER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO SHIFT TO DRIVE POSITION FROM THE PARK POSITION, THE GEAR SHIFT BECAME INOPERABLE AND THE CHECK ENGINE WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED CONSTANTLY. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT THE GEAR SHIFT BEGAN TO FUNCTION AFTER SEVERAL ATTEMPTS. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE TRANSMISSION SENSORS FAILED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 110,323.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-10-04
- VIN: 1N6DD26Y9WC
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: FIRESTONE WILDERNESS TIRES SEPARATED WHILE DRIVING.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-09-16
- VIN: 1N6DD26S7WC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN FRONTIER. WHILE DRIVING AT VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE INSTRUMENT PANEL BECAME INOPERABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE INSTRUMENTAL CLUSTER NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN. MA 10/5 THE CONSUMER STATED THE GAS GAUGE ALWAYS READ FULL, THE ODOMETER ALWAYS READ 99999.9 AND THE SPEEDOMETER ALWAYS READ ZERO. UPDATED 03/03/16*JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-03-27
- VIN: 1N6DD21S1WC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: THE DASHBOARD GIVES ERRONEOUS READINGS, THIS INCLUDES THE ODOMETER, THE SPEEDOMETER, FUEL GAUGE , HEAT GAUGE. THIS MAY CAUSE AN OVER HEATING OF VEHICLE, ERRONEOUS SPEEDS, RUNNING OUT OF FUEL, ERRONEOUS ODOMETER. NISSAN WILL NOT PAY FOR DIAGNOSIS STATING THE DEALER IS IN COMPLETE CHARGE OF PRICING FOR DIAGNOSIS OF 100.00 WITH NO GUARANTEE OF REIMBURSEMENT. THE MAKER OF VEHICLE SHOULD BE HELD RESPONSIBLE NOT THE DEALER AFTER ALL NISSAN MADE THE VEHICLE. WHILE CHECKING ONLINE IT APPEARS TO BE A PREVALENT ISSUE WITH NISSAN FRONTIERS TRUCKS. VARIOUS CALLS HAVE BEEN ON DEAF EARS. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-08-10
- VIN: 1N6DD21Y4WC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN FRONTIER. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH, THE SPEEDOMETER AND TACHOMETER FLUCTUATED. IN ADDITION, AFTER THE VEHICLE EXCEEDED THE MILEAGE READING 999,999, THE FUEL GAUGE BECAME INOPERATIVE AND THE RPM READING FLUCTUATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS UNAVAILABLE.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-03-01
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER FAILED. SPEEDOMETER AND GAS GAUGE MALFUNCTIONING. INACCURATE READINGS. NO REPLACEMENT PART OR REPAIR AVAILABLE. *TR
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-06-02
- VIN: 1N6DD26YXWC
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: 1998 NISSAN FRONTIER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE PLASTIC HEADLIGHTS ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED THE PLASTIC HEADLIGHTS WERE NOT BRIGHT. *JB
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-03-25
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: ALL GAUGES ARE NON-RESPONSIVE. THERE IS NO WAY TO INDICATE HOW FAST YOU'RE GOING, IF YOU HAVE FUEL, WHAT THE RPM IS, WHAT THE MILEAGE IS ON THE VEHICLE, OR IF THE VEHICLE IS TOO HOT OR TOO COLD. THERE ARE HUNDREDS OF COMPLAINTS IN CUSTOMER REVIEW WEBSITES THAT I HAVE READ AFTER MY VEHICLE'S PROBLEM STARTED. I BELIEVE THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND THAT NISSAN SHOULD BE RESPONSIBLE FOR WHAT APPEARS TO BE FAULTY COMPONENTS IN THE INSTRUMENT GAUGE CLUSTER. THIS PROBLEM ALSO PREVENTS OWNERS TO REGISTER/PASS INSPECTION/DRIVE THEIR VEHICLE WITH STATE INSPECTION LAWS. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-05-05
- VIN: 1N6DD21S9WC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER STARTED TO FAIL, FIRST THE SPEEDOMETER, THEN GAS AND HEAT GAUGES, NOW EVERYTHING IS PEGGED AND SPEEDO READS 9999999. *TR
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-06-28
- VIN: 1N6DD26YXWC
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN FRONTIER PICKUP, EQUIPPED WITH COOPER DISCOVERER HT TIRES, SIZE LT235/70/R15. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE TREAD EXHIBITED A BULGE AND WAS CAUSING TREAD SEPARATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP WHERE THE TIRES WERE FOUND IN VERY BAD CONDITIONS. THE MECHANIC ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE TIRES WERE NOT SAFE TO DRIVE ON. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE VEHICLE MILEAGE WAS 115,000. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGE OF THE TIRES WAS 11,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-06-01
- VIN: 1N6DD26S1WC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN FRONTIER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FAILED AND THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO READANY OF THE GAUGES. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHO PERFORMED A DIAGNOSIS THAT LOCATED THE FAILURE AT THE INSTRUMENT PANEL CIRCUIT BOARD. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 127,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 128,000.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2002-01-01
- VIN: 1N6DD21S8WC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: 98 NISSAN FRONTIER INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS ARE DEFECTIVE. THERE ARE SEVERAL COMPLAINTS ON LINE AND NO PARTS AVAILABLE. MINE STARTED FIRST BY THE SPEEDOMETER BEING OFF. THIS COST ME TWO SPEEDING TICKETS AND TWO SPEEDING WARNINGS BEFORE I REALIZED WHAT THE PROBLEM WAS. THEN THE SPEEDOMETER QUIT WORKING ALL TOGETHER THEN THE FUEL GAUGE NOW EVERYTHING FUEL,TEMP,SPEEDOMETER, ODOMETER AND TACHOMETER ALL OF THEM QUIT WORKING. THIS SEEMS TO BE A COMMON PROBLEM WITH THIS VEHICLE AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN RECALLED A LONG TIME AGO. THE PROBLEM IS NISSAN CAN'T EVEN FIX THIS PROBLEM BECAUSE THE PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE AND THE COMPANY THAT MANUFACTURED THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTERS WENT OUT OF BUSINESS. WHEN THIS PROBLEM FIRST STARTED I DIDN'T EVEN KNOW I HAD AN ISSUE BECAUSE IT WAS JUST THE SPEED OFF BY ABOUT 10 MILES PER HOUR IT SAID I WAS GOING SLOWER THEN I WAS ACTUALLY GOING. THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE AND SHOULD HAVE BEEN INVESTIGATED AND RECALLED ALONG TIME AGO. WHAT ABOUT PEOPLE DRIVING THROUGH SCHOOL ZONES WITH CHILDREN? *TR
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-08-20
- VIN: 1N6DD26Y5WC
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: I HAVE A 98 FRONTIER WHICH HAS TWICE IN THE LAST SIX MONTHS INEXPLICABLY REVED THE ENGINE, ON IT'S OWN, TO ALMOST 6000 RPMS IN CONJUNCTION WITH THIS IS AN INCREASE IN SPEED. THE FIRST TIME IT HAPPENED I HAD JUST LEFT A GARAGE FROM HAVING A TUNE-UP & OIL CHANGE. THE NEXT WAS ON A VERY NARROW COUNTRY ROAD. IT DIDN'T MATTER WHAT GEAR IT WAS IN , I HAVE A 5 SPEED, OR REVERSE. IT IS VERY FRIGHTENING WHEN THIS HAPPENS & THE MECHANIC CAN FIND NO REASON FOR IT. I WORRY ABOUT IT HAPPENING IN THE WINTER ON ICY ROADS. THIS IS AN ACCIDENT WAITING TO HAPPEN. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-06-11
- VIN: 1N6DD26SXWC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. DOES NOT WORK. NO GAUGES WORK AT ALL. DO NOT KNOW WHAT MY SPEED IS, FUEL LEVEL, RPM, HEAT GAUGE, NOTHING AT ALL. STARTED BY JUST GOING OUT ONCE IN A WHILE THEN IN JUNE 2007 COMPLETELY QUIT WORKING. HAD TO BUY A GPS SO I KNOW HOW FAST I AM GOING. ODOMETER READS 999999. DEALER SAYS THEIR IS NO REPLACEMENT PART AND IT IS A KNOWN ISSUE BUT CAN NOT GET PARTS. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-04-11
- VIN: 1N6DD26Y1WC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: ALTERNATOR FAILED ON MY 98 PICKUP. WHEN CHANGING I FOUND THAT THE ORIGINAL ALTERNATOR WAS REMANUFACTURED . I BOUGHT THIS TRUCK NEW AND ALTERNATOR WAS NEVER CHANGED. COMPLAINED TO MANUFACTURER - THEY RESPONDED " INFORMATION NOT AVAILABLE" AND THEY ARE "NOT IN A POSITION TO MOVE FORWARD". *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-01-01
- VIN: 1N6DD26S2WC
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: VEHICLE HAS 98,000 MILES ON FRONTIER TRUCK SPEEDOMETER WORKS INTERMITTENTLY OR SOMETIMES DOES NOT WORK AT ALL. INACCURATE SPEED DETERMINED BY RADAR SPEED LIMIT DEVICE ITS OFF BY AT LEAST 20 MILES PER HOUR RECALL THIS VEHICLE.! A SEARCH OF NHTSA DATABASE INDICATES MANY IDENTICAL PROBLEMS WITH THIS MODEL RECALL THIS VEHICLE SO THAT OTHER OWNERS CAN GET THIS FIXED SAFETY PROBLEM AND CANT PASS STATE SMOG INSPECTION. *TR
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-01-08
- VIN: 1N6DD26Y6WC
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: 1998 NISSAN FRONTIER- FUEL PUMP FAILED-TOWED TO DEALER IN MID WINTER. DEALER CLAIMS THE TANK AND SENDING UNIT MUST BE REPLACED DUE TO RUST/CORROSION FOR OVER $1100.00. OK'D REPAIR BUT CANNOT BE DONE BECAUSE NO FUEL TANKS AVAILABLE. DEALER HAS TRUCK, TO TOW IT TO A PRIVATE REPAIR SHOP WOULD BE AN ADDED EXPENSE WITH NO GUARANTEE OF REPAIR. DEALER WILL ONLY USE NEW NISSAN TANK THAT THEY CAN'T GET. I HAVE NO TRUCK. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2008-07-05
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL - THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN FRONTIER PICKUP TRUCK. A CHECK ENGINE LIGHT CAME ON AND THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE NISSAN DEALER. THE DEALER DIAGNOSED THAT THE SPEEDOMETER ASSEMBLY HAD TO BE REPLACED. THE DEALER HAS BEEN UNABLE TO GET THE PART FOR THE REPAIR AND DOES NOT KNOW WHEN IT WILL BE AVAILABLE. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 118,000.
1998 Nissan Frontier recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 5 recalls for different components of the 1998 Nissan Frontier.
- Manufacturer: DOPE, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
- Summary: DOPE, INC. IS RECALLING 42,540 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: DOPE, INC. WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 28, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT DOPE, INC. AT 1-626-272-1798.
- Manufacturer: SABERSPORT
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
- Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
- Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
- Manufacturer: PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:WEBBING
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PASSENGER TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH BUCKET SEATS. IN CERTAIN FRONTAL CRASHES, THE FRONT SEAT BELT CAN SLIP BETWEEN THE SEAT BOTTOM FINISHER AND THE SEAT BACK PLASTIC RECLINER HANDLE WHERE IT CAN BE CUT BY THE SHARP EDGE OF THE METAL PORTION OF THE RECLINER LEVER.
- Consequence: IF THE SEAT BELT IS COMPLETELY SEVERED, IT CAN INCREASE THE RISK OF SERIOUS INJURY TO AN OCCUPANT IN A CRASH.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE PLASTIC HANDLE ON THE END OF THE SEAT BACK RECLINING LEVER FWITH A DIFFERENT SHAPE HANDLE WHICH WILL PREVENT THE SEAT BELT FROM SLIPPING BETWEEN THE HANDLE AND THE SEAT.
- Manufacturer: NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
- Components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL)
- Summary: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: LIGHT DUTY PASSENGER TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS. A SECURING PIN INSIDE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL DEVICE ASSEMBLY CAN COME LOOSE ALLOWING THE SHIFT LEVER TO BE INADVERTENTLY MOVED OUT OF THE PARK POSITION WITH THE KEY IN THE IGNITION.
- Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN A CRASH IF THE PARKING BRAKE IS NOT ENGAGED.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONTROL DEVICE ASSEMBLY AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY.
Negative 1998 Nissan Frontier car reviews
Positive 1998 Nissan Frontier car reviews
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I bought the car with 19K miles on it and have put 17K miles on it in the past 2 years. It has held up very well and I have had no mechanical problems with it. I was nervous about towing a stuffed 4'x8' trailer 800 miles, but it made it with no problem. I really appreciate that the A/T shifter is on the column, as it helps with legroom for tall guys. The only issue I have had is with the chintzy plastic tailgate handle. Nissan should have used a more durable material. Additionally, the plastic 'stuff' under the front bumper seems flimsy. Overall, my wife and I both really like the car and feel that it rides like a dream.
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This is my first Nissan truck (had a 300zx and a 510 before). I took a chance and bought a repo and I love it! The truck is perfect for what I need it to do, which is light to medium hauling and tooling around. I am very satisfied with this truck.
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Hi there! I wanted to share my experience with my Nissan Frontier. I actually bought it on the recommendation of a friend who works at a Toyota dealership. He told me that while Toyota trucks are great, Nissans are just as good and more affordable. After 8 years and 124,000 miles, I can confidently say that he was right! My Frontier has been amazing - no major repairs, recalls, or defects. All I have to do is change the oil every 6,000 miles and it runs like a dream. The driving position is super comfortable, and while the 4 cyl. motor is a bit underpowered, it gets great gas mileage (21.5 to 28.5 mpg). The only downside is that the headlights tend to burn out every 18 to 24 months, but replacing the bulbs yourself is easy and only costs about $13.
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A very good value. I'm glad to hear that you've had such a positive experience with your truck! You've put it through a lot and it's great to hear that it's held up so well. Thank you for sharing your experience!
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I bought this for my first vehicle. At first, I didn't know much about the Nissan name. However, I was pleasantly surprised by how well it has held up over the years. Despite taking it off-road and pushing it to its limits, it is still running strong with 140,000 miles on it. It handles great and has plenty of power. I usually get about 20 mpg, but I'm sure I could get even more. Overall, I'm really happy with this truck!
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Ezra Gibson 2024-10-16
This truck is a reliable workhorse that has proven its worth time and time again. Despite some minor cosmetic issues, such as the faded black paint, it has never let me down. I have used it for heavy-duty tasks, including hauling and towing, and it has always performed exceptionally well. In comparison to my previous truck, a 1998 Dodge Dakota xtra cab 4x4, which was a complete lemon, this imported truck is a much better choice. Overall, I highly recommend this truck for anyone in need of a dependable and capable vehicle.
Jerel Koss 2024-08-01
I purchased this vehicle in 2002 from an older gentleman with only 33,000 miles and no signs of damage or abuse. Although I have encountered some issues, such as a seal going bad in the timing chain cover and a leaky transmission case, I have taken care of it by servicing it every 3,000 miles and only using it occasionally on non-paved roads. However, I have found that the design of the vehicle is not as dependable as a Toyota Tacoma, which I regret not purchasing instead. Despite these challenges, I am confident in my ability to maintain and care for my vehicle.
Nathen Nicolas 2024-07-17
This truck has been a reliable companion for over two decades. While there have been some minor issues with the bushing in the stabilizer bar and the radio light, these have been promptly addressed. The A/C can be a bit noisy and cause a slight loss in horsepower, but this is a minor inconvenience. The clutch has lasted for an impressive 56k miles. While the gas mileage could be better, this truck is still a joy to drive and boasts excellent ergonomics. Overall, this truck has proven to be a worthwhile investment and is sure to continue serving its purpose for many more miles to come.
Cortez Hyatt 2024-02-13
The truck has proven to be highly reliable with an appealing exterior. Although the interior layout is practical, there have been some minor issues such as a rattling right window, loss of radio light at 45,000 mi, and loss of radio volume control at 49,000 mi. Despite these issues, the service engine light came on at 51,000 mi, requiring a return trip for a complete diagnostic.