Nissan Frontier NHTSA Safety Ratings
NHTSA gives the 2022 Nissan Frontier an overall safety rating of 4 out of 5 stars, with 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 3 stars for rollover resistance.
Latest model year (2026):
NHTSA rates the Nissan Frontier at 4 ★ overall, 4 ★ frontal crash, 5 ★ side crash and 3 ★ rollover.
Nissan Frontier Safety — All Years
| Year | Variant | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 2022 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 ★ | 6 | 110 |
| 2022 | 2022 Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC 4WD | — | — | — | 3 ★ | 6 | 110 |
| 2022 | 2022 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC RWD | 4 ★ | 4 ★ | 5 ★ | 3 ★ | 6 | 110 |
| 2022 | 2022 Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC RWD | — | — | — | 3 ★ | 6 | 110 |
| 2018 | 2018 Nissan Frontier Crew Cab PU/CC AWD | — | 3 ★ | — | 4 ★ | 2 | 25 |
| 2018 | 2018 Nissan Frontier King Cab PU/EC RWD | — | — | — | 3 ★ | 2 | 25 |
Crash-test star ratings sourced from the NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP). Ratings apply to the tested body style and can differ between trims and drivetrain layouts.
Nissan Frontier Safety FAQ
Is the Nissan Frontier a safe car?
NHTSA gives the Nissan Frontier an overall crash rating of 4 out of 5 stars, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test and 5 stars in the side crash test. Ratings are per body style and model year — check the table above for yours.
What is the rollover rating of the Nissan Frontier?
The Nissan Frontier scores 3 out of 5 stars for rollover resistance, with a calculated rollover risk of about 20.4%. Taller vehicles typically score lower here than sedans.
Does the Nissan Frontier have driver assistance features?
NHTSA records the tested Nissan Frontier as having electronic stability control, with forward collision warning and with lane departure warning. Availability varies by trim and package.