Recall 21V958 affects 425 2022 Nissan Frontier trucks for loose left-rear seat belt bracket bolts. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
Nissan is recalling 425 2022 Frontier trucks because the left-rear seat belt bracket mounting bolts need inspection for incorrect tightening. In a crash, a loose bracket can break and reduce seat belt restraint, which raises injury risk; Nissan dealers will inspect and tighten the bolts free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The left-rear seat belt bracket on the 2022 Nissan Frontier holds the seat belt buckle hardware in place for the rear passenger. Its mounting bolts are critical fasteners: they clamp the bracket tightly so the belt can restrain an occupant during a crash.
On affected trucks, a bolt was installed incorrectly and cross-threaded, which prevented it from being tightened to Nissan's specification. That leaves the bracket less secure than designed. In the worst case, the bracket can break in a crash, so the belt assembly does not perform the way the seating and seat belt standards require.
The warning sign is a rattle from the loose bolt near the left-rear seat belt buckle bracket. If you hear that sound from the rear seat area, describe it to the Nissan dealer as a rattle near the left-rear seat belt bracket.
Who's affected?
| 2022 Nissan Frontier | seat belt |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 425 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2022 Nissan Frontier pickup truck is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
A loose seat belt bracket can break during a crash, causing loss of seat belt restraint and increasing the risk of injury. A rattle from the left rear seat area is the warning sign, so schedule the repair soon. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Nissan Frontier is included in this recall.
- Contact your nearest franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the free left-rear seat belt bracket bolt replacement and thread repair that secures the bracket.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 21V958 and Nissan recall PC856 when you call.
- Keep passengers out of the left-rear seat until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nissan technician replaces the bolts on the left-rear seat and repairs any damaged threads that need correction. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the existing warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, because the affected Frontier vehicles are still under warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| December 9, 2021 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 10, 2021 | Dealer notification began |
| December 10, 2021 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 27, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 27, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 27, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 21V958?
Recall 21V958 covers 425 2022 Nissan Frontier vehicles with left-rear seat belt bracket mounting bolts that were incorrectly tightened. In a crash, the bracket can break and reduce seat belt restraint, increasing injury risk. Nissan dealers replace the bolts and repair damaged threads for free.
What should I do if my 2022 Nissan Frontier is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 21V958. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the left-rear seat belt bracket bolt replacement. Reference recall 21V958 and Nissan recall number PC856 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost, and Nissan dealers will replace the left-rear seat belt bracket bolts and repair damaged threads free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 21V958?
The safety risk is loss of seat belt restraint during a crash. If the left-rear seat belt bracket breaks because the mounting bolts were loose, the occupant has less protection, increasing injury risk. Check your VIN before assuming your Frontier is included.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/21V958000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-867-7669 |
| NHTSA recall # | 21V958 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 21V958000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →