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2018 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

2

2 current

Combined

12.8L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,968

20,000 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs cost you nothing. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number — no time limit, however many owners the vehicle has had.

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2019459 · manufacturer campaign R1911

13 September 2019

Transport Canada lists: Q 50 2018–2019 · Q 60 2018–2019 · Q 70 2019 · QX 30 2018–2019 · and 20 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the rear view camera system does not return to the default setting when the transmission is shifted to reverse. This could cause a reduction in rear visibility if a driver had previously adjusted the camera display. Canadian regulations require that the rear view image returns to its original setting each time the camera is turned on.

Why it matters

Reduced rear visibility could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

The company will notify owners by mail and instruct them to take their vehicle to a dealer to update the software for the rear view camera.

126,195 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanCompliance TC

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2018440 · manufacturer campaign PC642 / PM828

22 August 2018

Transport Canada lists: Frontier 2017–2018 · Micra 2017–2018 · NV 1500 2017 · NV 200 2017 · and 4 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles equipped with a mechanical key ignition system, a spring in the ignition switch could wear and break. This may allow the ignition key to inadvertently move from the ON position to the accessory (ACC) position while driving, causing the engine to shut off and the airbag system to lose power. The resulting loss of motive power, and change in steering and brake forces could increase the risk of a crash causing injury and/or damage to property. Additionally, in the event of a crash, this may also cause the airbags not to function.

What the dealer will do

Dealers will inspect the lot number of the ignition switch, and replace it with a new one if it is affected. Note: Until the correction is performed, owners are advised to remove all objects from the ignition key ring, such as additional keys, key chains, etc.

13,223 vehicles affected in CanadaCarSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Pickup truck: Small
In its class
More efficient than 15% of 27 2018 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
300 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2018 Nissan Frontier have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 2 recalls on record for the 2018 Nissan Frontier. Recall repairs are free at any manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2018 Nissan Frontier get?
NRCan rates the 2018 Nissan Frontier at 12.8 L/100 km combined, emitting 300 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 5 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2018 Nissan Frontier for a year?
At 20,000 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,968 in fuel, producing roughly 5,914 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 30 July 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.