NHTSA Recall 16V181000: Electrical system: front underhood and starter assembly (electrical system)
Nissan North America, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,554 vehicles. It affects 2016 Nissan Frontier.
| NHTSA campaign | 16V181000 |
|---|---|
| Components | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › FRONT UNDERHOOD; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › STARTER ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | March 31, 2016 |
| Owner notification | April 13, 2016 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016 Frontier V6 vehicles manufactured February 29, 2016, to March 7, 2016. The starter motor wire harness may have been installed in an incorrect position, allowing the starter harness terminal to contact the heat shield and result in an electrical short.
Safety risk
An electrical short increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and reposition the starter wire harness, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 13, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 16V181000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Nissan Frontier | 2016 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.