The problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Frontier and Titan vehicles. The transmission parking pawl may not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.
The risk
A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
The fix
Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will replace the transmission parking pawl pin, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22A2 R22A3.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 22V-457 (22V457000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | R22A1 |
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Power train › Automatic transmission |
| Report date | June 24, 2022 |
| Owners notified | November 30, 2022 |
| Vehicles affected | 180,176 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the transmission & drivetrain
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 22V-457 repair free?
Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will replace the transmission parking pawl pin, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2022.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 180,176 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
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.