2024 Nissan Frontier: Power Train complaints
Owner-reported issue (NHTSA complaints, not a recall)
Symptoms
NHTSA has 6 owner complaints for the 2024 Nissan Frontier that list the power train component. Complaints are individual owner reports, not verified defects.
Examples:
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11753404 (filed 07/29/2026): “This is a nine speed transmission which basically shifts up each gear every 5 to 6 mph until you hit 9th gear about 52 mph. the transmission will not shift to next gear fast enough causing the vehicle to be very slow. the transmission has to go through 5 gears to get to 30 mph. each gear shifts at 1…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11751787 (filed 07/21/2026): “Transmission hunts between gears at 25-30mph. downshifts are delayed or hesitates during hard acceleration. delayed shifting during slow turns.…”
- NHTSA complaint ODI #11733802 (filed 04/25/2026): “My 2024 nissan frontier has experienced repeated intermittent shut off and no-start failures. the problem began in late 2024 and continued through january 2025, throughout 2025, 2026, and is still occurring. the truck has randomly shut off while driving and has failed to restart at different times. …”
Likely causes
These complaints do not establish a single root cause; read the examples above and get a diagnosis.
Fix, in plain English
No single fix is established by these reports. Check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls, ask a dealer about technical service bulletins (TSBs) or extended warranty coverage, then have the system diagnosed.
DIY difficulty: Pro
Diagnosis needs a scan tool; repair or replacement needs a lift, transmission jack and the manufacturer's fluid fill/relearn procedure. (Our assessment.)
Cost
No sourced cost range for this issue. Get a written quote after diagnosis.
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