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Common 2016 Nissan Frontier problems
The Nissan Frontier 2016 has been reported to have several common problems, primarily related to the engine, exhaust system, and drivetrain.
- Exhaust System Issues: The exhaust system, including the muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, and heat shields, has been reported as a problem area in the Nissan Frontier 2016. Leaks, rattling, and reduced gas mileage are common symptoms associated with exhaust system problems. These issues can lead to decreased vehicle performance, increased emissions, and potential safety hazards, such as carbon monoxide exposure.
- Drivetrain Issues: Some owners have reported experiencing rattling, knocking, and rough idling, which can indicate problems with the engine mounts or drivetrain components. These issues can affect the vehicle's overall performance and durability, potentially leading to more severe problems if not addressed promptly.
- Fuel System Issues: The fuel level sensor has been identified as a common problem in the Nissan Frontier 2016, causing the check engine light to illuminate due to faulty readings. This issue can lead to inaccurate fuel gauge readings, negatively impacting the vehicle's performance and fuel efficiency.
- Electrical System Issues: Some owners have reported experiencing electrical problems, including issues with the instrument cluster and electrical accessories. These issues can affect various vehicle functions, such as dashboard displays, power windows, and radio systems, and can potentially lead to more severe problems if not addressed promptly.
In summary, the Nissan Frontier 2016 has several common problems, primarily related to the engine, exhaust system, and drivetrain. Acceleration issues, exhaust system problems, drivetrain issues, fuel system problems, and electrical system issues are the most frequently reported problems. Potential buyers should thoroughly inspect these areas and consider the vehicle's history, including its previous ownership and maintenance records, before making a purchasing decision.
What is the most common problem with a Nissan Frontier 2016?
Some 2016 Nissan Frontier problems include poor acceleration or hesitation while speeding up. In other cases, the engine can hesitate when the driver steps on the gas pedal, increasing the risk of road accidents One way to eliminate engine hesitation is to update the electronic control system.
Is the 2016 Nissan Frontier a reliable truck?
The 2016 Nissan Frontier has an almost perfect reliability rating of 4.5 out of five. The 2016 Toyota Tacoma has a similar score.
Are there any recalls on a 2016 Nissan Frontier?
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.
How many miles will a 2016 Nissan Frontier 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.
2016 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:
- Air bags problems
- Engine problems
- Unknown or other problems
- Fuel/propulsion system problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2016 Nissan Frontier vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2016 Nissan Frontier
The NHTSA has received 40 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2016 Nissan Frontier. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2016 Nissan Frontier vehicles.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-09-12
- VIN: 1N6AD0ERXGN
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE FUELING AT DIFFERENT GAS STATIONS THE TANK SPILLS/BELCHES GAS ALL OVER. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE AND NEEDS RECALLED. THERE ARE ENDLESS COMPLAINTS ON [XXX] OF SIMILAR ISSUES OCCURRING TO OTHER FRONTIER OWNERS. I TOOK IT TO MY LOCAL MECHANIC AND WAS QUOTED OVER $800 TO REPLACE ALL 5 COMPONENTS OF THE SYSTEM AS NISSAN HAS SUGGESTED IN A BULLETIN FOR MECHANICS. IF NISSAN IS AWARE OF THIS ISSUE ENOUGH TO ISSUE A TECHNICAL BULLETIN THEN THE ISSUE NEEDS TO BE RECALLED AND REPAIRED FOR FREE BECAUSE GAS SPILLING/SPRAYING ALL OVER ME EVERY TIME I FILL UP MY VEHICLE IS OUT RIGHT DANGEROUS AND UNSAFE. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-01
- VIN: 1N6AD0EV2GN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The airbag warning light is blinking and has been for approximately 9 months. I live in Salida, CO which does not have a Nissan Dealership to take my vehicle into for servicing. I recently saw an article on Fox 31 News pertaining to the same airbag malfunction and would like to know what to do about my problem.
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-26
- VIN: 1N6AD0ERXGN
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: Head gasket blew and it warped the heads at 98,000 miles Replace motor with a 51,000 mile motor and less than 2 months later, motor is knocking inside with broken peices of the motor. I have to replace it again.
WHEELS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-06-04
- VIN: 1N6BD0CT8GN
- Components: WHEELS
- Summary: The issues iw with the lug nuts expanding locking on the tire so it cannot be takeoff for rotation or replacement or if you have a flat tire tout on the spare. Went to BJ's tire in Pasadena, MD (1-410-647-6600) to have a rotation and they said they could not do it the lug nuts expanded to larger size and it could cross thread if they got them off and tried tout them back on. AS WELL THEY MIGHT NOT BE SECURED TIGHT ENOUGH THAT THEY WOULD NOT FALLOFF WHILE DRIVING. A SAFTY ISSUES WITH BJ'S. BOTH MECHANICS VERIFIED IT AND THE TWO MANAGERS OF THE STORE AS WE.. I did not believe them so I took it to Sheehy Nissan in glen Burnie where the two top managers verified that the lug nut expanded so large they had to be replaces OR IT WOULD BE A SAFTY ISSUE with me driving with he old one on as they cannot be safely tightened down and may come off during driving. So I need all 24 lug nuts replaced. I think he said they expanded from 21 mm (or cm) to 22.5 mm (or cm).the manager has been doing this for over 30 years and his assistant said the same who has been doing it for over 25 years. Mr Brian Jordan at 1-410-760-3500 ext #81052) So I need all 24 replaced as the rest could expand. The real cost is over $800 but willing to do it for like $550 plus tire rotation. As both BJ's managers and tire people and Nissan managers are saying thesis a serious safety issue I believe them. They say unless proper tools used other issues can occur. And ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO REMOVE BY THE OWNER OF THE VECHILE. Especially if the person icon the road replacing the tier with the spare. They showed me on the internet the issues with ford and other manufactures from before 2000 having this issue. As I am [XXX] it would be really hard to deal with if an emergency came up o the road. You need look into this issue. IT IS A REAL SAFETY ISSUE esp. for older folks. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-12-31
- VIN: 1N6AD0CW0GN
- Components: POWER TRAIN,SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: My 2016 Nissan Frontier is leaking axle grease from the driver side rear tire. The grease/oil got all over the brake pads, rotor, and emergency brake. This seems to be a very common issue that was supposed to have been resolved several models prior.
AIR BAGS,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-05
- Number Of Injuries: 3
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1N6BD0CT8GN
- Components: AIR BAGS,FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
- Summary: Airbags didn’t deployed when the incident of the the truck crashed at the time. (April 05,2023)
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2022-12-15
- VIN: 1N6BD0CT5GN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that while operating the vehicle air bags warning light remained illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who determined that the air bag system was disconnected under the passenger’s side dashboard. The system was reconnected, and the failure was remedied. The contact stated that the failure had recently reoccurred. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 90,632.
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-04-17
- VIN: 1N6AD0EV2GN
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: All glass in vehicle showing spotted areas with factory tinting
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-11-01
- VIN: 1N6AD0CW5GN
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power and stalled. There were no warning lights illuminated. The contact was able to restart the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2021-01-01
- VIN: 1N6AD0ER4GN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: I HAVE A 2016 NISSAN FRONTIER WITH ONLY 68,000 MILES ON IT. THE AIRBAG LIGHT ON THE DASH STARTED FLASHING. I TOOK IT TO ANY MOHR NISSAN AND THEY DIAGNOSED THAT THE SENSOR INSIDE THE PASSENGER SEAT THAT TELLS THE SYSTEM IF SOMEONE IS SITTING THERE HAS FAILED AND THAT IT IS AN $1800 REPAIR, BECAUSE THE ONLY WAY TO FIX IT IS TO REPLACE THE WHOLE SEAT. THEY SAID THEY COULDN'T SAY WHETHER THE AIRBAG WOULD DEPLOY OR NOT IN AN ACCIDENT IF I DIDN'T FIX THE SENSOR.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-24
- VIN: 1N6AD0EV4GN
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE FUELING AT DIFFERENT GAS STATIONS THE TANK SPILLS/BELCHES GAS ALL OVER. THIS IS A MAJOR SAFETY ISSUE AND NEEDS RECALLED. THERE ARE ENDLESS COMPLAINTS ON WWW.CLUBFRONTIER.ORG OF SIMILAR ISSUES OCCURRING TO OTHER FRONTIER OWNERS. I TOOK IT TO MY LOCAL MECHANIC AND WAS QUOTED OVER $800 TO REPLACE ALL 5 COMPONENTS OF THE SYSTEM AS NISSAN HAS SUGGESTED IN A BULLETIN FOR MECHANICS. IF NISSAN IS AWARE OF THIS ISSUE ENOUGH TO ISSUE A TECHNICAL BULLETIN THEN THE ISSUE NEEDS TO BE RECALLED AND REPAIRED FOR FREE BECAUSE GAS SPILLING/SPRAYING ALL OVER ME EVERY TIME I FILL UP MY VEHICLE IS OUT RIGHT DANGEROUS AND UNSAFE. BULLETIN NUMBER NTB16-122
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-07-15
- VIN: 1N6AD0CW1GN
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: ENGINE VIBRATION AT LOW RPM THAT CAN'T BE EXPLAINED BY SEVERAL MECHANICS.
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-11-06
- VIN: 1N6AD0ER0GN
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: ENGINE HESITATES OR STALLS ON ACCELERATION. WHEN PULLING OUT FROM A STOP ENGINE HESITATES TO NEAR STALL NO MATTER HOW HARD OR FAR YOU PRESS GAS PEDAL. EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. INTERMITTENT ISSUE, NO FAILURE CODES WHEN TESTED. IF ENGINE DOESN'T STALL, VEHICLE IS AT A STAND STILL EVEN WITH GAS PEDAL TO FLOOR OR PUMPING GAS PEDAL. IS HAPPENING ALL THE TIME, EXTREMELY DANGEROUS. NEARLY HIT BY ONCOMING TRAFFIC SEVERAL TIMES. DEALERSHIP HAS HAD MANY REPORTS OF SAME ISSUE, BUT NO SOLUTION. I AM AFRAID TO DRIVE VEHICLE.
STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-24
- VIN: 1N6BD0CT6GN
- Components: STEERING,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: KEY LOCKED IN IGNITION THEN STEERING WHEEL LOCKED. CAR WAS PARKED AT A PUBLIC BEACH PARKING LOT BEFORE THE ISSUE OCCURRED.
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-08-01
- VIN: 1N6AD0EVXGN
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: TRANSMISSION AND BRAIN REPAIR BY DEALERSHIP UNDER WARRANTY 20017, AND OVERHEATING PROBLEM DUE TO RADIATOR IN 2020 AFTER EXPIRE OF WARRANTY, $1000 OUT OF POCKET REPAIRS.
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-06-10
- VIN: 1N6BD0CT5GN
- Components: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC),SERVICE BRAKES
- Summary: THE YAWRATE SENSOR AND ABS DIAGNOSTIC MODULE HAD TO BE REPLACED TO KEEP MY VEHICLE FROM GRABBING THE BRAKES AS I STARTED DRIVING
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-12-30
- VIN: 1N6AD0CU7GN
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: HESITATION FROM IDLE TO TAKE OFF-NEVER KNOW WHEN IT IS GOING TO ACT UP,FOR EXAMPLE TURNING IN FRONT OF ANOTHER VEHICLE-- WILL I MAKE IT THIS TIME WITHOUT AN ACCIDENT? *TR
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-06-24
- VIN: 1N6AD0EV7GN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: MY VEHICLE WAS BURGLARIZED. THE THIEVES GOT IN THROUGH THE REAR SLIDING GLASS. THE LATCH DOES NOT LOCK AND IS FAULTY. IF THE LATCH WAS FULLY FUNCTIONAL, NOBODY WOULD HAVE GONE IN AND STOLEN EVERYTHING I OWNED.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-05-05
- VIN: 1N6AD0EV6GN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WAS DRIVELING DOWN A STRAIGHT CITY STREET ON A CLEAR SPRING DAY AT ABOUT 30 MPH AND THE CAR TURNED OFF INCLUDING ALL ELECTRICAL DEVICES WITHOUT WARNING. THEN ABOUT 1.5 SECONDS LATER THE CAR TURNED BACK ON.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-04-15
- VIN: 1N6ADOER1GN
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TAKATA RECALL AIR BAG DISPLAY LITE FLASHES ON AND OFF ! NOT SAFE IN MOTION
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-10-30
- VIN: 1N6AD0EV7GN
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: ONGOING DISPUTE WITH MANUFACTURER AND DEALER. THE VEHICLE HAS NO LOWER LATCH BRACKETS TO ATTACH A CHILD SEAT . THE DEALER SERVICE MANAGER STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS EXEMPT FROM THE REGULATION. THE ONLY EXEMPTIONS I SEE IN THE STATUTE ARE FOR SCHOOLBUSES. CONVERTIBLES, AND VEHICLES WITH A GVR OF 8500 LBS OR OVER. MY FRONTIER HAS A GVR OF ABOUT 6500 LBS. PLEASE ADVISE ME IF THIS IS CORRECT.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2019-01-17
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1N6BD0CT5GN
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,STRUCTURE,ENGINE
- Summary: IN MOTION, PULLING INTO PARKING STALL, WHEN SOMETHING STARTED TO SMELL LIKE IT WAS ON FIRE, STARTED TO SEE FLAMES COMING FROM MOTOR. CAR CAUGHT ON FIRE. POLICE CASE #19-0773 *DT *DT*JB
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-11-01
- VIN: 1N6AD0EV9GN
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: I HAVE REPLACE THE SERPENTINE BELT, TENSOR AND PULLEY THREE TIMES AND, AFTER ONE WEEK START TO DO THE SAME NOISE. AT THE BEGINNING ONLY IN THE MORNING, BUT FEW DAYS LATER ALL THE TIME, EVEN WHEN IS ON MOTION.
STRUCTURE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-05
- VIN: 1N6AD0CW2GN
- Components: STRUCTURE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 NISSAN FRONTIER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE SPOT WELDS BETWEEN THE OUTER BODY PANEL AND THE INNER BED ON THE PASSSENGER SIDE OF THE VEHICLE FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO LIA NISSAN OF COLONIE (2233 CENTRAL AVE, SCHENECTADY, NY 12304, 518-631-2393) WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THERE WAS AN OVERLOAD FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND STATED THAT IT WAS NOT COVERED UNDER WARRANTY. HE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS APPROXIMATELY 35,035. *DT *JB
UNKNOWN OR OTHER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-01
- VIN: 1N6ADOEV2EN
- Components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Summary: I PURCHASED MY 2016 NISSAN FRONTIER NEW IN CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO. I DIDN'T REALIZE IT DIDN'T HAVE POWER DOOR LOCKS UNTIL AFTER TAKING DELIVERY. I MADE THE MISTAKE OF ASSUMING IT DID BECAUSE OF ALL THE OTHER EXTRAS IT HAD STANDARD AND HAD NEVER HEARD OF NEW VEHICLES NOT HAVING THIS STANDARD SAFETY FEATURE.. AFTER DRIVING IT ONCE AND TRYING TO UNLOCK THE BACK DOOR I REALIZED THERE WAS A BIG SAFETY ISSUE. THE ONLY WAY TO UNLOCK THE BACK DOOR IS TO REACH BETWEEN THE SUPPORT COLUMN AND THE SEAT AND THE CLEARANCE ONLY ALLOWS A SMALL HAND TO FIT THROUGH. I SPOKE WITH THE DEALERSHIP AND I WROTE TO CORPORATE SEVERAL TIMES ONLY TO BE TOLD THEY WOULD DO NOTHING. I ASKED FOR THEM TO SPLIT THE COST WITH ME TO HAVE POST MARKET AUXILIARY ELECTRONICS LOCKS INSTALLED AND THEY REFUSED. IT HAS BEEN AN ONGOING SAFETY HAZARD SINCE I GOT IT BY NOT HAVING AMPLE ACCESS TO OPEN THE BACK DOORS. I WILL HAVE GRANDCHILDREN ONE OF THESE DAYS AND I WILL BE FORCED TO TRADE THIS TRUCK IN BECASUE THERE IS NO WAY I WOULD STRAP AN INFANT INTO THE BACK SEAT WITHOUT BEING ABLE TO QUICKLY OPEN THE DOOR IF THEY BECAME CHOKED OR FOR SOME OTHER REASON THEY NEEDED QUICK ATTENTION. IF SOMEONE NOT FAMILIAR WITH THIS TRUCK WERE TO HAVE TO OPEN THE BACK DOOR, THEY WOULD NOT BE ABLE TO AND THIS COULD LEAD TO DEATH OF SOMEONE IN THE BACK SEAT SINCE THERE IS NO KEY ENTRY ON THE BACK DOOR AND IT IS NOT SAFELY ACCESSIBLE FOR OPENING. I WAS TOLD BY THEIR CORPORATE THAT THERE WASN'T ANYTHING THEY WOULD DO EVEN AFTER TELLING THEM ALL OF THE ABOVE. I THINK THIS NEEDS ADDRESSED WITH THE MANUFACTURER.
2016 Nissan Frontier recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 1 recalls for different components of the 2016 Nissan Frontier.
- Manufacturer: Nissan North America, Inc.
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
- Summary: 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.
- Consequence: An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
- 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.
Negative 2016 Nissan Frontier car reviews
Positive 2016 Nissan Frontier car reviews
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Tried out Tacoma (did not like the ride and visibility), Colorado, and Frontier. Of the three, I found the Frontier to be the best option, and it was also about 5K less expensive. Although fuel economy was a concern, I was pleasantly surprised to get over 19 mpg on my first two fill-ups. Overall, I'm very happy with my choice.
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I recently traded in my 2009 Dodge Ram for a 2016 Nissan Frontier Pro4X and I couldn't be happier! My Dodge was falling apart, so I knew it was time for a new vehicle. I considered the new Tacoma, but I wasn't a fan of it being the first run of the 'completely renewed Tacoma', so I opted for the Frontier instead. I was drawn to the fact that it hasn't changed much since 2004, which is a testament to its value retention. Previously, I owned a 2006 Jeep Wrangler and I found that the Frontier drives similarly, which is why I fell in love with the Pro4X. If you're looking for a reliable and sturdy truck, I highly recommend the Frontier.
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This is a 4-wheel vehicle with the number 33, along with 19 motorcycles. The last truck we had was a 2009 Toyota Tacoma standard cab 4WD, which was a good truck. Our last full-size truck was a Dodge Ram 1500 standard cab 2WD 5.7 Hemi, which had great acceleration. Our typical commute to the ranch is 220 miles, but the last 8 miles are on a rocky road and the last 3/4 mile is a Jeep trail. My wife and I are both extremely satisfied with this vehicle. We were able to get a mileage of 23.73 from the west end of Glacier National Park to the east end and back. On a trip from Las Vegas Valley to Waterton Lakes National Park, Alberta, Canada and back, we were able to get a mileage of 20.56, which included substantial 80 MPH speed limits. The around-town mileage is rated at 15 MPG, and that is what we get if we only drive in town. The combined mileage is about 17.5 MPG. The low RPM torque is excellent, and it pulls grades on I40, east of Kingman, AZ mainly in 5th gear at 75 MPH. We do wish that the bed light had an auto/on/off switch instead of just being auto with any door opening. The turning radius is not the best, but it is no worse than my wife's former 2004 GMC Sonoma crew cab 4WD. My wife likes the 8 cup holders, upper and lower glove box, wide door pockets, and comfortable ride, although it does sidestep around curves over bumps due to higher profile tires (which we like for going over rocks). In addition to torque/acceleration, I like the under rear seat storage for tools, tow strap, jumper cables, tie downs, etc., and the room behind the back seat for a jacket, thin backpack, as well as factory jack and tire tools. The instruments are easy to understand without needing an operation manual. The battery and air filter are also easy to access, and it has a 10Only issue to date is mild exit wear on the driver's seat. As for maintenance, the car has been running smoothly with no issues. Tires, battery, engine air filters, cabin filters, front & rear differential and transfer case fluid (59K, original looked like new), serpentine belt (62K) have been replaced as part of normal maintenance. The car has been running perfectly with zero issues at 73,190 miles (Sep 2020), 81,226 miles (Mar 2021), 88,672 miles (Sep 2021), and 93,412 miles (Mar 2022). - SportsterDoc
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I have owned five Tacomas from 2000-2016 model years and always liked them until I bought the 2016 model. I didn't like the new body style, but I bought it because of my past experiences with Tacomas. However, after three months of owning it, I was disappointed with the new 3.5 V6 engine, which lacked low-end torque and had all the horsepower way up in the RPMs. The six-speed automatic transmission was constantly hunting for the right gear, and I ended up locking out 6th gear so it would only shift to 5th. Even then, it would lose speed going up small grades, and towing with it was out of the question. If I had test-driven the Frontier before buying the 16' Tacoma, I never would have bought it! I was so disappointed with it after three months that I couldn't stand to drive it anymore. The Frontier, on the other hand, has a powerful 4.0 V6 engine with plenty of low-end torque for towing and pulling hills. Although the interior is very plain compared to the Tacoma, I love the in-your-face
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I have been a happy Nissan customer for years and will definitely be buying another in the future. Despite some minor issues, such as the paint quality and uncomfortable rear seat, the Frontier has proven to be a reliable and durable car. It has even outperformed my Silverado in straight line acceleration, despite having a smaller engine and being rear-wheel drive. My wife, who usually prefers her own car, is comfortable driving the Frontier. If you're looking for a solid and well-made car, Nissan is the way to go. They may not have all the fluff and gadgetry, but they are durable and reliable. I have owned six Nissans since 1987, all of which went 120k miles problem-free, and two of them are still being driven by our children. In comparison, I currently own two Chevrolets that have not held up as well.You won't find a vehicle of comparable quality for the same price.
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Are you having problems with your 2016 Nissan Frontier?
Zachary Jacobi 2025-06-28
Hi there little truck! I noticed that the 4 cylinder engine wasn't quite what I was expecting. It lacks a bit in power and gives me about the same mileage as my old 2000 Nissan Frontier 6 cylinder standard transmission did. The truck I bought is pretty basic with crank windows and manual door locks. I wish I had upgraded, but the price was the reason for the lesser truck.
Blair Windler 2025-05-09
I'm still very happy with my 2016 Frontier. Although I would have liked to trade it in for a model with better mileage and more advanced technology, Nissan hasn't quite caught up with the Frontier yet. Additionally, the prices have gone up while fewer options are now standard. My dealer has been calling me to trade, but I'm holding onto my current vehicle until they offer better features at a reasonable price. As of now, I've only driven 16k miles in 25 months. Update: After 44 months and 26k miles, I'm still happy overall. However, the backup display has gotten dim and there doesn't seem to be a way to fix it with software updates.
Alden Morissette 2025-03-12
Hey there! I'll keep it brief. I was in the market for a new truck to replace my trusty 2001 Ford Ranger 4x4, and this one seemed like a good fit. After negotiating a great price, I took it for a spin on some local roads at speeds under 50mph. It handled decently enough. However, I was in for a surprise when I took it on the highway or any back roads with curves posted at 50mph or higher. It takes some effort to keep the truck on track. As someone who drives school buses, both flat-nosed and conventional, I can tell you that they handle ten times better than this truck. Luckily, I mostly drive locally. If you're considering buying this truck, make sure to take it for a thorough test drive on a variety of roads before making a decision.
Izaiah Greenfelder 2024-08-16
I strongly advise against purchasing the Frontier as it has poor gas mileage for a smaller truck and is susceptible to bouncing around when semi trucks pass, resulting in feeling every bump in the road.
Ole Swift 2024-07-04
Hello, I recently purchased a 2016 Frontier and noticed that the padding near the backrest in the driver's seat is missing. Unfortunately, this has caused some discomfort and pain in my back. While the passenger seat is comfortable and has the padding, I have been unable to get Nissan to replace or repair the driver's seat. This has left me feeling dissatisfied with Nissan's customer service. I had previously purchased a 2011 Frontier and was very happy with it, which is why I decided to purchase a new 2016 model. However, the driver and passenger seats on the 2011 were identical and comfortable. I hope that Nissan can address this issue and improve their customer service. Thank you for your attention to this matter.