Recall 21V917000
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE
Defect Description
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Frontier Crew Cab Long Bed trucks. The tow hitch was not installed, compromising the structural integrity of the fuel tank in the event of a rear crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 301, "Fuel System Integrity."
Safety Consequence
During a crash, the leaf spring could contact the fuel tank, causing a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire or injury.
Remedy
Dealers will install the tow hitch and harness kit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC855.
Affected Vehicles
| Year | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | NISSAN | FRONTIER |
Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.