The 2018 Frontier is more reliable than other cars from the same model year.
The Reliability score is based on our latest subscriber survey of 2018 Nissan Frontier owners. The owner comments describe problems respondents experienced with this vehicle.
Paint (fading, chalking, peeling, or cracking), loose interior or exterior trim or moldings, rust.
"Shortly after buying truck the paint started to flake. Continues to do so and now there are multiple areas where the paint has fallen off in sizeable "chips""
Anonymous, LA (2018 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X 4.0-L V6)""The paint on this vehicle chips easily, mainly on hood and rear wheel wells.""
Anonymous, IL (2018 Nissan Frontier SV 4.0-L V6)AC compressor, blower (fan) motor, condenser, evaporator, heater system, automatic climate system, electrical failure, refrigerant leakage.
"Blend door actuator made several loud snapping sounds whenever the temperature was adjusted and did not control airflow heating or cooling properly. Actuator had to be replaced and is very difficult to access deep inside the dashboard requiring a lot of shop time and costs."
Anonymous, ON (2018 Nissan Frontier SV 4.0-L V6)"Apparently leak is at at evaporator behind the dash which requires entire console and dash to be removed to fix."
Anonymous, ON (2018 Nissan Frontier SV 4.0-L V6)""Had truck in to mechanic recently for an issue, timing sensors on both side of engine and discovered that the hard line refrigerant yoke was leeaking and needed to be replaced.""
Anonymous, LA (2018 Nissan Frontier PRO-4X 4.0-L V6)Muffler, pipes, catalytic converter, exhaust manifold, heat shields, leaks.
""Service engine light giving different codes related to sensors on exhaust system. Expensive to fix , but not really affecting operation.""
Anonymous, ON (2018 Nissan Frontier SV 4.0-L V6)"Gas mileage about 15 mpg"
Anonymous, VA (2018 Nissan Frontier Unsure 2.5-L 4 Cyl)Windows, locks and latches, doors or sliding doors, tailgate, trunk or hatch, mirrors, seat controls (power or manual), seat belts, sunroof, convertible top, glass defect.
"Annoying squeak that was hard to find. Finally dealer said it was hood latch and replaced it."
Anonymous, IL (2018 Nissan Frontier SV 4.0-L V6)Engine rebuild or replacement, cylinder head, head gasket, turbocharger or supercharger, timing chain or belt.
Cruise control, clock, warning lights, body control module, keyless entry, wiper motor or washer, tire pressure monitor, interior or exterior lights, horn, gauges, 12V power plug, USB ports, alarm or security system, remote engine start, heated or cooled seats, heated steering wheel, headlights, automatic headlights, automatic wipers, wireless charging pad.
Premature pad/rotor wear, pulsation or vibration, antilock system, parking brake, master cylinder, calipers, squeaking, brake failure, regenerative braking.
Driveshaft or axle, CV joint, differential, transfer case, four-wheel-drive/all-wheel-drive components, driveline vibration, electrical failure, traction control, electronic stability control.
Shocks or struts, ball joints, tie rods, wheel bearings, alignment, steering linkage (includes rack and pinion), power steering (pumps and hoses, leaks), wheel balance, springs or torsion bars, bushings, electronic or air suspension.
Infotainment system (audio, GPS, phone), rear entertainment system, backup or other camera/sensors, head-up display.
Alternator, starter, hybrid battery replacement, hybrid battery related systems, regular battery, battery cables, engine harness, coil, ignition switch, electronic ignition, spark plugs and wires failure, auto stop/start.
Transmission rebuild or replacement, torque converter, premature clutch replacement.
Gear selector and linkage, transmission computer, transmission sensor or solenoid, clutch adjustment, rough shifting, slipping transmission, leaks.
Squeaks, rattles, wind noises, seals and/or weather stripping, air and water leaks.
Accessory belts and pulleys, engine computer, engine mounts, engine knock or ping, fuel leaks, oil leaks.
Radiator, cooling fan, water pump, thermostat, antifreeze leaks, overheating.
Sensors (O₂, or oxygen, sensor), emission-control devices (includes EGR), fuel-injection system, fuel gauge/sender, fuel pump, problems filling up the tank.
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"Paint peeling off for no reason have found out this is not uncommon for white color on Nissan vehicles"
Anonymous, WV (2018 Nissan Frontier SV 4.0-L V6)