2009 NISSAN FRONTIER Complaints and Recall Information

The 2009 NISSAN FRONTIER has 0 complaints and 14 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owner reports most frequently involve issues with equipment and safety system recalls.

There are 14 recalls affecting multiple systems including electrical components, suspension parts, and airbag equipment. The recalls address defects that could pose safety risks such as fire hazards, impaired airbag deployment, and compromised vehicle handling.

• Navigational system battery. Recall 10V401000 affects 7,948 vehicles with Garmin Nuvi Model 750 GPS units. The batteries can overheat causing a fire risk. Repair involves battery replacement and adding a spacer. Notifications started September 16, 2010.
• Seat covers with airbags. Recall 10E043000 affects 294 vehicles with Marathon Superhides aftermarket seat covers. The heavy seat covers can interfere with side airbag deployment, risking serious injury. Marathon will replace the seat covers. Notifications began September 14, 2010.
• Front and rear lower links. Recall 10E019000 involves 1,873 vehicles with improperly welded lower control arm collars. Failures can worsen handling and cause crashes. Dealers will replace defective parts free of charge. Notifications started July 12, 2010.
• Driver airbag cover emblem. Recall 23V067000 covers 404,690 vehicles with emblem cracks on the driver’s airbag cover. Detached emblems may become projectiles during airbag deployment increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the airbag cover. Owner letters were mailed December 8, 2023.

Owners with repeated repair needs or unresolved recall issues related to safety defects should consider reviewing their rights under their state’s lemon law. Monitoring recall compliance and repair efficacy is advisable for affected vehicles.