MYRModel Year Report

2018 Nissan Titan

▲ Better than typical
2018 Nissan Titan
RENDERED 2026-08-02T11:37:29.350Z

This year had at least 30% fewer 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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, Nissan Titan Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2018 highlighted. 2004: 1046 complaints 2004 2005: 891 complaints 2006: 430 complaints 2007: 139 complaints 2007 2008: 133 complaints 2009: 47 complaints 2010: 45 complaints 2010 2011: 26 complaints 2012: 22 complaints 2013: 11 complaints 2013 2014: 10 complaints 2015: 11 complaints 2016: 196 complaints 2016 2017: 184 complaints 2018: 90 complaints 2018 2019: 43 complaints 2019 2020: 21 complaints 2021: 53 complaints 2022: 13 complaints 2022 2023: 17 complaints 2024: 13 complaints 2024
2018: 90 complaints
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YearComplaints
20041046
2005891
2006430
2007139
2008133
200947
201045
201126
201222
201311
201410
201511
2016196
2017184
201890
201943
202021
202153
202213
202317
202413

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

ENGINE 50%

50% of complaints: engine — 45 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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While driving on Interstate 20 at a 75 mph speed in traffic, the truck began a loud knocking noise and the engine shut down.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250102

MY JOB REQUIRES ME TO TRAVEL A LOT AND IN DOING SO WHEN I'M EITHER MERGING ONTO THE INTERSTATE OR NEEDING TO PULL OUT AT INTERSECTIONS FROM A DEAD STOP . IT'S AS THO MY TRUCK STALLS AND MY THROTTLE RESPONSE GOES DEAD .

NHTSA ODI report, 20180704

POWER TRAIN 18%

18% of complaints: power train — 16 distinct reports on file.

FIRE
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While driving on Interstate 20 at a 75 mph speed in traffic, the truck began a loud knocking noise and the engine shut down.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250102

FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM 18%

18% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 16 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 17%

17% of complaints: electrical system — 15 distinct reports on file.

CRASH
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I am experiencing engine stalling. I have also experienced dome light flickers or not turning on on occasion along with radio and phone charge connection not always working, like a short of some sort.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250827

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 7%

7% of complaints: vehicle speed control — 6 distinct reports on file.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20180604 — equipment

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

R 20190806 — electrical system

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2017-2019 gasoline, light duty, Titan vehicles. The alternator harness may have been damaged during the engine installation process, possibly resulting in an electrical short.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the alternator harness for the proper routing and any damage. The harness will be clipped into the correct position or replaced as necessary, free of charge. The recall began August 8, 2019.

Campaign 19V495000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20191111 — back over prevention

Nissan North America, Inc.

Remedy: Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated.

Campaign 19V654000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20210511 — tires

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.

Remedy: 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.

Campaign 21V169000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20210917 — EA (open)

Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture

I 20231115 — PE (closed 20250627)

Loss of motive power due to broken crankshaft with no ability to restart.

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2018 Nissan Titan — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for engine issues (45 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for power train issues (16 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (16 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 18V240000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 19V495000 (electrical system) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 19V654000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 21V169000 (tires) has been completed.
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OTHER YEARS OF THIS MODEL

BEST YEARS

▲ 2019 ▲ 2010 ▲ 2009

WORST YEARS

■ 2004 ■ 2005 ■ 2006

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FAQ

Is the 2018 Nissan Titan reliable?

Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2018 Nissan Titan is rated "better than typical".

What are the most common problems with the 2018 Nissan Titan?

The most-reported component is engine, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2018 Nissan Titan have?

4 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.