2016 Nissan Titan
This year had 30% to 100% more complaints than this model's typical year.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 1046 |
| 2005 | 891 |
| 2006 | 430 |
| 2007 | 139 |
| 2008 | 133 |
| 2009 | 47 |
| 2010 | 45 |
| 2011 | 26 |
| 2012 | 22 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 196 |
| 2017 | 184 |
| 2018 | 90 |
| 2019 | 43 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 53 |
| 2022 | 13 |
| 2023 | 17 |
| 2024 | 13 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
65% of complaints: engine — 127 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
Good Afternoon, My brother was driving my Nissan Titan XD 5.0 Cummins Diesel from Naples, FL to Ft .
NHTSA ODI report, 20231130
Was driving at about 40 mph with cruise control on, when my passenger and I noticed extreme vibrations and noises with. Began slowing to turn into a gas station just ahead when the clunking became so violent the front of the vehicle was bouncing.
NHTSA ODI report, 20231108
21% of complaints: power train — 42 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
OUR 2016 NISSAN TITAN XD WAS IDLING ON A LEVEL CARPORT WITH THE PARKING BRAKE ENGAGED. NO ONE WAS IN THE CAB OF THE TRUCK. I WAS UNLOADING TOOLS FROM THE BACK OF THE TRUCK.
NHTSA ODI report, 20180206
16% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 31 distinct reports on file.
11% of complaints: electrical system — 22 distinct reports on file.
FIRE5% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 9 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016 Titan Diesel XD vehicles manufactured August 7, 2015, to September 1, 2016.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tank breather tube, replacing the fuel tank, fuel sending unit, and/or fuel tank breather tube, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2016.
Campaign 16V847000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Nissan Titan Crew Cab and Titan XD Crew Cab vehicles.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install energy absorbing material to the C-Pillar Finishers and replace the Seatbelt Bolt and Bolt Cap, free of charge. The recall began September 19, 2017.
Campaign 17V268000 — check if this car was fixed
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Nissan Titan, 2016 and 2018 Nissan Titan XD vehicles.
Remedy: Nissan will notify owners and provide a new modification label, with installation instructions, free of charge. The recall began on June 4, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
Campaign 18V240000 — check if this car was fixed
Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture
Loss of motive power due to broken crankshaft with no ability to restart.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2016 Nissan Titan — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for engine issues (127 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for power train issues (42 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (31 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 16V847000 (fuel system, diesel) has been completed.
- Verify recall 17V268000 (seat belts) has been completed.
- Verify recall 18V240000 (equipment) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2016 Nissan Titan reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2016 Nissan Titan is rated "worse than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Nissan Titan?
The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 65% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2016 Nissan Titan have?
3 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.