Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2000 Nissan Frontier owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
The contact owns a 2000 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that the vehicle was purchased 7 months ago. The contact stated that upon attempting to register the vehicle and to secure the license plates, the State DMV informed the contact that there was an open recall on the vehicle that needed to be completed prior to the registration. The contact was made aware of NHTSA Campaign Number: 04V230000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The contact had called several dealers, who advised that the parts were not available and would need to be located. The contact had not been able to drive the vehicle due to the unrepaired recall. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not informed of the issue. The contact stated that the vehicle had not experienced a failure.
The contact owns a 2000 Nissan Frontier. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 04V230000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was not available. The contact was unable to register the vehicle with an open recall. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.
Truck started to buck and hesitate during acceleration. Check engine light came on. Took truck to Nissan dealer and was informed the fuel take sending was bad. Searched on line for recalls and found a recall for my truck due to defective fuel sending unit. Nissan is refusing to honor the recall because in 2010 they replaced the fuel tank. I stated the fuel tank is not the fuel take sending unit which was not replaced at that time. Dealer charged $850.00 for repairs and Nissan will not honor the recall on the fuel sending unit. The recall stated this is a safety recall due to the failure of this unit could cause a crash.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that the oil pan and fuel tank failed due to corrosion. The check engine warning indicator illuminated. The contact also observed an abnormal odor of fuel near the vehicle. The vehicle was diagnosed by a dealer where it was determined that the parts needed to be replaced. The oil pan was replaced, but the fuel tank was not replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and informed the contact that it would be an out of pocket expense to replace the fuel tank. The failure mileage was approximately 135,000. Updated 10/18/16 updated 10/19/16.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that fuel leaked from the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the fuel tank and pump needed to be replaced due to rust. The vehicle was repaired. The failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer where the technician informed the contact that the failure was related to NHTSA campaign number: 04V230000 (fuel system, gasoline); however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 86,250. Updated 01/10/17
Tl contact owns a 2000 Nissan Frontier. In May of 2003, the contact noticed that the undercarriage of the vehicle was corroded. She attempted to apply the emergency brake and it locked. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they replaced the emergency brake line and the muffler. In 2006, the dealer replaced the caliper, rotors, and the brake line for a second time. In November of 2007, the dealer replaced the gas tank due to corrosion. In November of 2008, the vehicle was diagnosed with major corrosion to all undercarriage compartments that were previously replaced. The vehicle will not be repaired. A report was filed with the manufacturer and they stated that the vehicle was not under a recall. They further stated that salt May be the cause of the failure. The failure mileage was 30,000 and current mileage was 72,000. Updated 12/16/08 the fuel tank sensor was replaced twice. …
I was driving back from school on March 10th 2011. While entering a highway onramp my car engine stopped. I was traveling 40 MPH and did not get any warning about the stall, my steering did not have any power and brakes were difficult to operate. When I called Nissan (1-800-nissan1) about my incident and ask if there were any recalls made to my vehicle I was told that there was no recall. I then took my truck to a repair shop where it was diagnose with a faulty pump and burned electrical wires. This repair cost me over $900. I checked www.NHTSA.gov website for any recalls, learned that there was a recall for faulty fuel sending unit as per recall campaign I.d. # / NHTSA #: r0401 & r0402 / 04v-230 document rcrit-04V230-8435. This recall was made back in January 23, 2009. …
I noticed a fuel odor for about 2 days and then my check engine light came on. I went to my local Nissan dealership on 9/26/2014 and was told that my fuel pump is not sealing properly on top of my fuel tank due to rust. I was informed that the tank needs to be replaced and the cost would be $954 dollars. This is the second time I have had this problem. This same problem occurred in May 2009. I had the same fuel odor issue. They dropped the tank,cleaned up the rust, resealed the fuel pump, and re-installed the tank. At the time it cost me $594 dollars. I have the receipts for both issues. At the time Nissan corporate stated that they would not pay for the issue. This is a recurring problem for me and I read under the "complaints" section for this vehicle that other people have had this same problem. This is both a tank defect and more importantly a safety issue.
Previously I reported a fuel tank leak. I have seen that other 2000 / 01 frontiers had the same issue. Nissan recalled the 2001"s and replaced the fuel tank. They were replacing the tanks on the 2000 model at no charge on a case by case basis. I filed a case with Nissan ( case#12472021) seeking assistance and today was denied any assistance in having the defective tank changed. The Nissan supervisor was [redacted] at [phone] ext [redacted] that was after I paid a non-refundable diagnostic fee of $120.00 to Nissan 112 in patchogue ny to tell me the tank needed to be changed at a cost of over $700.00.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 Nissan Frontier. The contact stated that while parked, the check engine light illuminated and a strong fuel odor could be noticed. Upon inspection, it was found that the top of the fuel tank was corroded. The vehicle was not taken to a mechanic and was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and informed the contact that the vehicle had been previously repaired under NHTSA campaign id number: 04V230000 (fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump). The contact was also informed that the recall only covered the fuel pump. The approximate failure mileage was 98,000.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline › Delivery › Fuel pump
On certain pickup trucks equipped with six cylinder engines and sport utility vehicles equipped with four or six cylinder engines, the fuel pump terminal on the fuel-sending unit can develop a crack in the plastic molding. This can cause the terminal strip to corrode under some environmental conditions.
Remedy: In the following states, dealers will replace the fuel-sending unit. These states are connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, new hampshire, new…
Fuel System complaints in other Frontier years
Frequently asked questions
How common are fuel system problems on the 2000 Nissan Frontier?
NHTSA has 28 complaints about the fuel & propulsion system of the 2000 Nissan Frontier, 15% of the model year's 189 complaints. The component named most often is storage › tank assembly (3 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2000 Nissan Frontier fuel system problems?
Yes — NHTSA recall 04V-230 (fuel pump, May 24, 2004). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
At what mileage do 2000 Nissan Frontier fuel system problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 98,000 miles, and 5% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 1 fire and 0 injuries to fuel & propulsion system problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.