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2021 Nissan Titan recalls & problems

The 2021 Nissan Titan has 5 safety recalls and 58 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is power train (26 complaints).

Recalls5safety recalls
Complaints58filed by owners
Crashes · fires3 · 3reported in complaints
NHTSA overall4 ★crash-test stars
2021 Nissan Titan in an NHTSA crash test
NHTSA crash test

Safety recalls

Air bagsAug 5, 2024

Air bag/restraint control module

Recall 24V5800007 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 and 2024 Titan vehicles. The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) may be missing a spacer, which can allow the fastener to loosen and result in an unsecured ACU.
Risk
An unsecured ACU can prevent or delay air bags from deploying as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Fix
Dealers will replace the ACU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PD120.
Power trainSep 7, 2022

Automatic transmission

Recall 22V671000197,230 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Titan, 2020-2022 Frontier, and 2023 Z vehicles. The transmission parking pawl may not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.
Risk
A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
Fix
Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will perform the applicable repairs below, free of charge: • Model Year 2020-2022 Frontier vehicles: reprogram Transmission Control Module (TCM) • Model Year 2020-2022 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM and Engine Control Module (ECM) • Model Year 2023 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM • Model Year 2023 Z vehicles: reprogram TCM. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Power trainJun 24, 2022

Automatic transmission

Recall 22V457000180,176 vehicles

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.
Risk
A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
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.
Exterior lightingJun 23, 2021

Turn signal › Bulbs

Recall 21V47100030,799 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Titan, Titan XD, and Versa vehicles. The front right and/or left turn signal bulb can crack and fail to illuminate.
Risk
Inoperable front turn signals cannot alert on-coming drivers and/or pedestrians that the vehicle will be turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the bulbs as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 20, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PM986 and PC811.
TiresMar 11, 2021

Sidewall

Recall 21V16900036,141 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Altima and 2018-2021 Titan vehicles equipped with Continental tires. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production.
Risk
Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 11, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC798.

Components: Tires › Sidewall; Tires

Recall repairs are free at any authorised dealer. A recall listed here may already have been fixed on a particular car: enter its 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see open recalls.

Crash test ratings

2021 Nissan Titan Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk22.8%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2021 Nissan Titan Crew Cab PU/CC RWD

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk19.8%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2021 Nissan Titan King Cab PU/EC 4WD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk19.8%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2021 Nissan Titan King Cab PU/EC RWD

OverallNot Rated
Frontal crashNot Rated
Side crashNot Rated
Rollover★★★★★
Rollover risk19.8%

Forward collision warning: Standard · Lane departure warning: Standard

2021 Nissan Titan NHTSA side crash test
NHTSA side barrier crash test
2021 Nissan Titan NHTSA side pole crash test
NHTSA side pole crash test

NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (New Car Assessment Program). Ratings are comparable only between vehicles of similar size and weight, and ratings from 2011 on use tougher tests than earlier years. Photos: NHTSA.

Fuel economy

Titan 2WD

18mpg combined
City / highway16 / 21 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

5.6 L · 8 cyl · Automatic (S9) · Rear-Wheel Drive · about $4,550/year to fuel

Titan 4WD

18mpg combined
City / highway15 / 21 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

5.6 L · 8 cyl · Automatic (S9) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · about $4,550/year to fuel

Titan 4WD PRO-4X

17mpg combined
City / highway15 / 20 mpg
FuelPremium Gasoline

5.6 L · 8 cyl · Automatic (S9) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive · about $4,850/year to fuel

EPA estimates from fueleconomy.gov for each engine and transmission sold. Annual cost is the EPA's estimate for 15,000 miles a year at its current fuel and electricity price assumptions. Your results will vary.

What owners report

Problem areaComplaintsCrashesFiresInjuriesTypical mileage*
Power train26000—
Electrical systemPropulsion system › Charging › Cable/cord › Accessory121305,000 mi
Unknown or other8000—
Forward collision avoidanceAutomatic emergency braking; Warnings6200—
Service brakes4110—
Engine4000—
Suspension3100—
Fuel/propulsion system3000—
Steering2000—
Back over preventionWarnings2000—
Vehicle speed control2000—
Tires1000—

*Median odometer reading when the problem happened, where owners gave one. One complaint can name several problem areas.

Recent owner complaints

Owner complaints are submitted to NHTSA by the public and are not verified. Shown as filed (NHTSA removes personal details); long reports are shortened.