2022 Nissan Frontier Fuel Storage Recall (21V917)

Recall 21V917 at a glance

What is wrong with the 2022 Nissan Frontier in recall 21V917?

The tow hitch was not installed, compromising the structural integrity of the fuel tank in the event of a rear crash.

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."

Is it safe to drive a 2022 Frontier with recall 21V917?

NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: During a crash, the leaf spring could contact the fuel tank, causing a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire or injury.

NHTSA describes the risk this way: During a crash, the leaf spring could contact the fuel tank, causing a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire or injury.

There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Frontier shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the storage, have it checked before driving further.

Which vehicles are included in recall 21V917?

Recall 21V917 covers 22 vehicles: 2022 Nissan Frontier.

NHTSA lists 22 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.

What is the fix for the Frontier fuel storage recall?

Yes. Dealers will install the tow hitch and harness kit, free of charge.

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.

When was recall 21V917 announced?

Nissan North America, Inc. reported recall 21V917 to NHTSA on November 22, 2021. NHTSA lists the owner letter date as December 16, 2021.

This recall was filed 59 months ago. If your Frontier was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.

How do I check if my Frontier is part of recall 21V917?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 21V917 is open on your Frontier, it will be listed there.

The fastest check is NHTSA’s VIN lookup. Type in the 17 characters from your registration or insurance card. Because only some 2022 Frontier vehicles are included, the VIN check is the only reliable way to know. A brand-new recall may take several days to show up.

What should Frontier owners do about recall 21V917?

Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.

1. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 21V917000 applies to your Frontier.
2. Call a Nissan dealer and schedule the recall repair. Ask how long the repair takes and whether parts are in stock.
3. Keep a copy of every repair order. Check that each one lists your complaint, the mileage, and the dates in and out.
4. Keep a simple log of any storage symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
5. Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
6. If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.

What are Frontier owners reporting to NHTSA?

Owners have filed 112 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 3 of them about the fuel system.

Too few NHTSA complaints about the fuel system have been filed since recall 21V917 was reported (3) to say whether the fix is holding.

NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 112 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 3 of them involve the fuel system. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.

• 2022 Nissan Frontier: 112 complaints in total, 3 about the fuel system

Here is what some owners told NHTSA, in their own words (excerpts, unverified):

The contact owns a 2022 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that the vehicle was manufactured and delivered with no rear tow hitch installed. The contact indicated that the missing tow hitch created a safety hazard concerning the fuel tank in the event of a collision in the rear of the vehicle.

2022 Nissan Frontier owner, GA, NHTSA complaint 11680634, filed August 14, 2025

The vehicle has significant lag when trying trying to accelerate quickly. It also surges wildly on occasion when cruise control is engaged. It has happened both on slight inclines and when cornering. Both of these events are outside of operator control and could cause an accident.

2022 Nissan Frontier owner, PA, NHTSA complaint 11533124, filed July 18, 2023

Can recall 21V917 make my Frontier a lemon in California?

Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.

Owners often ask whether this storage recall means their Frontier qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).

Fuel pump and fuel line defects can cause the 2022 Nissan Frontier to stall without warning. If it happens again after the recall repair, document it and return to the dealer.

The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.

For the first 18 months or 18,000 miles, California presumes the manufacturer had enough chances if the Frontier went in two or more times for a defect likely to cause death or serious injury, four or more times for the same defect, or spent more than 30 days in the shop (Civ. Code 1793.22(b)). Direct notice to the manufacturer is required for some of these. The presumption is a shortcut, not the only path to a claim.

An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.

Frequently asked questions about recall 21V917