The problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Frontier vehicles. The front right-side lower link may have been manufactured with an oversized ball joint, which can result in corrosion and ball joint separation from the front right-side lower link.
The risk
Ball joint separation can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front right-side lower link, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PD109.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 24V-479 (24V479000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | PD109 |
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Component | Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower ball joint |
| Report date | June 26, 2024 |
| Owners notified | August 15, 2024 |
| Vehicles affected | 5,929 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the suspension
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 24V-479 repair free?
Yes. Nissan dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the front right-side lower link, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PD109.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 5,929 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.