Recall 14V052 affects 13,535 2012-2014 Nissan Frontier trucks for an incorrectly installed circuit breaker that can chafe wiring. Free repair at any franchised Nissan dealer.
Nissan is recalling 13,535 2012-2014 Frontier trucks because an incorrectly installed circuit breaker can point the main wire harness toward a metal A-pillar bolt. If the bolt wears through the harness covering, an electrical short can start a fire; the dealer repair will be free once Nissan makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The electrical circuit breaker on the 2012-2014 Nissan Frontier is part of the truck's wiring protection system. Its job is to interrupt power when a circuit is overloaded, so the connected wiring is protected instead of carrying more electrical load than intended. The main wire harness connected to that breaker is a bundle of wires that routes power and signals through the truck.
In affected Frontiers, the circuit breaker was installed in the wrong orientation. That places the main wire harness facing outward instead of staying tucked away from nearby hardware. With the harness in that position, it can contact a metal bolt on the A-pillar, the body support at the edge of the windshield and front door opening.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver is not given a clear dashboard message or driving symptom in the recall record before the harness contacts the bolt.
Who's affected?
The scope is split by model year, with the same wiring and fuse/circuit-breaker component listed for each Frontier.
| 2012 Nissan Frontier | wiring |
|---|---|
| 2013 Nissan Frontier | wiring |
| 2014 Nissan Frontier | wiring |
| Units affected | 13,535 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific pickup truck.
What's the safety risk?
A bolt can wear through the wire harness covering and create an electrical short. That short can start a fire, so treat burning smells, smoke, or electrical problems as a reason to stop and call the dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Nissan dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2014 Nissan Frontier is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the free circuit-breaker inspection.
- Ask the dealer to inspect the circuit breaker orientation and repair the wire-harness routing if needed.
- Bring the recall notice if Nissan mailed one. If not, reference recall number 14V052 when you call.
- Park away from structures and avoid using the truck until a dealer confirms the wire harness is not rubbing against the A-pillar bolt.
What happens at the repair
Once the dealer repair is available, a Nissan technician inspects the circuit breaker orientation and checks whether the main wire harness is facing the correct direction. If the circuit breaker was installed incorrectly, the dealer repairs the vehicle at no charge under the recall. The repair focuses on correcting the circuit breaker position so the harness is routed away from the A-pillar bolt.
Timeline
| February 12, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 17, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V052?
Recall 14V052 covers 13,535 2012-2014 Nissan Frontier trucks with a circuit breaker that was installed in the wrong orientation. The main wire harness can face outward and contact a metal A-pillar bolt, wearing through the covering and creating electrical short and fire risk.
What should I do if my 2012-2014 Nissan Frontier is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 14V052. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer and ask for the circuit breaker orientation inspection. If the orientation is wrong, the dealer repairs the vehicle for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and Nissan's remedy says dealers will inspect the circuit breaker orientation and repair affected vehicles free of charge at a franchised Nissan dealer.
Is it safe to drive my Nissan Frontier before the repair?
Nissan did not issue a do-not-drive instruction for recall 14V052. Still, the defect involves a wire harness that can short and create fire risk, so confirm your VIN and schedule the dealer inspection. Ask Nissan or the dealer for guidance if you notice electrical problems or smell smoke.
What if I bought my Nissan Frontier used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the current owner or where the truck was purchased. Check your VIN, then call a franchised Nissan dealer with recall number 14V052 if your 2012-2014 Frontier is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V052000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V052 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V052000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →