# Nissan Frontier aBS warning light: complaints, recalls and what to do **Verdict:** Drive to a shop this week - **Owner complaints:** 27 - **Most complaints:** 2022 (14) - **Related recalls:** 0 - **Verdict:** This week ## Quick answer NHTSA has 27 owner complaints about the aBS warning light on the Nissan Frontier (2015-2026 models), most for the **2022** model year (14). No recall covers the parts behind this light, so a repair is usually at the owner's cost. Drive to a shop this week: If only the ABS light is on and the brakes feel normal, you can drive carefully to a shop, leaving more stopping room. ## Nissan Frontier aBS warning light complaints by model year | Model year | Complaints mentioning the abs light | All complaints that year | Share | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | 2018 | 1 | 25 | 4% | | 2021 | 1 | 20 | 5% | | 2022 | 14 | 112 | 13% | | 2023 | 9 | 66 | 14% | | 2024 | 2 | 22 | 9% | Counts are complaints filed with NHTSA whose description mentions this light. They show where owners have had trouble, not a failure rate: popular years collect more complaints simply because more cars are on the road. ## Is there a recall for the Nissan Frontier aBS warning light? Not for the parts behind this light, as of 2026-11-04. The Nissan Frontier has 16 recalls for other parts in 2015-2026; see the [Nissan Frontier page](/vehicles/nissan-frontier) or check your VIN at [nhtsa.gov/recalls](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). ## What Nissan Frontier owners report - "They are automatically applying the breaks when this happens wile the ABS light comes on. This is an extremely dangerous situation for our fleet drivers as well as the motoring public. It has happened to 10 of the 15 Frontiers that we own." -- owner of a 2024 Nissan Frontier, complaint filed 2025 - "They are automatically applying the breaks when this happens wile the ABS light comes on. This is an extremely dangerous situation for our fleet drivers as well as the motoring public. It has happened to 10 of the 15 Frontiers that we own." -- owner of a 2023 Nissan Frontier, complaint filed 2025 - "Brake becomes deflated ABS light illuminates along with yellow ! System warning system fault See Owner manual light. Front and rear crash light , and slip light on. It has happened twice now. 8/22/2022 and 9/1/2022 see pics." -- owner of a 2022 Nissan Frontier, complaint filed 2022 Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly cleaned for reading. They are owners' own accounts and have not been verified. ## What the aBS warning light means The ABS light means the anti-lock brake system has found a fault and turned itself off. Your regular brakes should still work, but the wheels can lock up in a hard stop, especially on wet or icy roads. The most common cause is a failed wheel speed sensor. If the red brake warning light is also on, the problem may affect normal braking and you should stop driving. The most common causes, on any make: 1. **Failed wheel speed sensor** (most common) 2. **Damaged sensor wiring or tone ring** (common) 3. **Low brake fluid** (less common) 4. **ABS module or pump failure** (less common) Full causes, what to do and how to reset it: [ABS warning light](/warning-lights/abs). ## Frequently asked questions ### Is there a recall for the Nissan Frontier abs light? Not for the parts behind this light, as of 2026-11-04. A repair is usually at the owner's cost unless the car is under warranty. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, since new recalls are added often. ### Which Nissan Frontier years have the most abs light complaints? In NHTSA's database the 2022, 2023 and 2024 Frontier model years have the most complaints mentioning the aBS warning light, with 14 for 2022. Complaint counts reflect how many cars were sold as well as how often problems happen. ### Is it safe to drive a Nissan Frontier with the abs light on? Drive to a shop this week. If only the ABS light is on and the brakes feel normal, you can drive carefully to a shop, leaving more stopping room. Stop driving and have it towed if the red brake light is on too, the pedal is soft or sinks, or the car pulls hard when braking. ### How do I check if my Nissan Frontier has an open recall? Enter the 17-character VIN from your dashboard or registration at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask any Nissan dealer. Open recalls are fixed free of charge, even if you are not the first owner. ## Sources - [NHTSA: Vehicle safety complaints and recalls (api.nhtsa.gov)](https://www.nhtsa.gov/nhtsa-datasets-and-apis) - [NHTSA: Check for recalls by VIN](https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls) ## Other Nissan Frontier warning lights - [Airbag (SRS) warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/airbag/nissan-frontier): 29 complaints - [Brake warning light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/brake/nissan-frontier): 10 complaints - [Check engine light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/check-engine/nissan-frontier): 24 complaints - [Traction control light](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/traction-control/nissan-frontier): 12 complaints ## ABS warning light on other models - [Ram 1500](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/ram-1500): 280 complaints - [Jeep Wrangler](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/jeep-wrangler): 180 complaints - [Chevrolet Silverado](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/chevrolet-silverado): 89 complaints - [Honda Accord](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/honda-accord): 72 complaints - [Jeep Grand Cherokee](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/jeep-grand-cherokee): 58 complaints - [Chevrolet Traverse](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/chevrolet-traverse): 53 complaints - [Hyundai Santa Fe](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/hyundai-santa-fe): 45 complaints - [Hyundai Sonata](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/hyundai-sonata): 42 complaints - [Toyota Prius](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/toyota-prius): 40 complaints - [GMC Sierra](https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/gmc-sierra): 37 complaints ## Nissan Frontier - [Nissan Frontier specs and mpg by year](https://diagxcar.com/vehicles/nissan-frontier) --- Source page: https://diagxcar.com/warning-lights/abs/nissan-frontier Updated: 2026-11-04 General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.