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2012 Nissan Frontier

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

3

3 current

Combined

13.9L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,501

16,249 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs are almost always free. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number. Transport Canada’s own wording is that a manufacturer “will almost always make these repairs free of charge”, so being asked to pay for recall work is unusual and worth questioning. Since 2018 the Minister of Transport can order a company to pay for repairs so owners do not bear the cost.

Airbag

Transport Canada recall 2023053 · manufacturer campaign PC947 / PC948 / PC949

10 February 2023

Transport Canada lists: Armada 2004–2008, 2011–2012 · Frontier 2005–2008, 2011–2013 · Pathfinder 2005–2008, 2011–2012 · Quest 2004–2008 · and 2 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the plastic emblem on the steering wheel airbag cover could detach and become a projectile when the airbag inflates in a crash. Note: This recall is for certain vehicles that had the steering wheel airbag replaced.

Why it matters

Projectiles in the occupant compartment could increase the risk of an injury.

What the dealer will do

Nissan will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering wheel airbag cover.

10,846 vehicles affected in CanadaMinivanSafety Mfr

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2014039

12 February 2014

Transport Canada lists: Frontier 2012–2014

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a circuit breaker was installed incorrectly during vehicle assembly, and could cause damage to the wiring harness, potentially disabling power seat and sunroof functions, discharging the battery and/or causing a short. A short circuit may cause an overheat condition which could result in property damage and/or personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect and affect repairs as necessary.

1,373 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Steering

Transport Canada recall 2012310 · manufacturer campaign PC188

19 September 2012

Transport Canada lists: Frontier 2012

What is wrong

On certain 2wd vehicles, the front hubs may have been manufactured incorrectly and could crack. This could allow the wheel to wobble, causing a noticeable vibration and, as a result, the driver may experience difficulty controlling the direction of the vehicle. Ultimately, the hub may break, allowing the wheel to separate from the vehicle. The errant wheel assembly could strike a vehicle, a stationary object, or a bystander. These issues could result in property damage and/or personal injury.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will replace both front wheel hub assemblies.

13 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Pickup truck: Small
In its class
More efficient than 26% of 43 2012 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
320 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2012 Nissan Frontier have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 3 recalls on record for the 2012 Nissan Frontier. Recall repairs are almost always free at a manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2012 Nissan Frontier get?
NRCan rates the 2012 Nissan Frontier at 13.9 L/100 km combined, emitting 320 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 5 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2012 Nissan Frontier for a year?
At 16,249 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,501 in fuel, producing roughly 5,217 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 6 August 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. These are average residential rates. A car’s charging is added on top of what your home already uses, so on a tiered, time-of-use or subsidised tariff it is billed at your top rate rather than this average — which makes the real cost higher, especially in the territories. Enter your own rate for an accurate figure. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.