2021 Nissan Titan
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.
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
47% of complaints: power train — 25 distinct reports on file.
15% of complaints: electrical system — 8 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
My Titan had no real indicators or trouble codes but failed into limp mode and began to smoke and caught on fire!
NHTSA ODI report, 20250511
Vehicle stalled earlier in the day and displayed Service AT. Symptoms included loss of power, fluctuating service lights, but no DTC codes. Shortly after powering off and starting vehicle functioned as intended with slight smoke when activating ac.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240330
9% of complaints: forward collision avoidance — 5 distinct reports on file.
CRASHShow complaint excerpts
I was traveling on the Interstate at about 50 miles an hour. I went under a bridge and my front crash avoidance sensors malfunctioned and the breaks were applied. My truck completely locked down to a stop and I could not get the truck to move.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230630
8% of complaints: service brakes — 4 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
I was traveling on the Interstate at about 50 miles an hour. I went under a bridge and my front crash avoidance sensors malfunctioned and the breaks were applied. My truck completely locked down to a stop and I could not get the truck to move.
NHTSA ODI report, 20230630
6% of complaints: suspension — 3 distinct reports on file.
CRASHSAFETY TIMELINE
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
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 21V471000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle.
Campaign 22V671000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 22V457000 — check if this car was fixed
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.
Remedy: 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.
Campaign 24V580000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2021 Nissan Titan — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for power train issues (25 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (8 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (5 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 21V169000 (tires) has been completed.
- Verify recall 21V471000 (exterior lighting) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V671000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 22V457000 (power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V580000 (air bags) has been completed.
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FAQ
Is the 2021 Nissan Titan reliable?
Based on NHTSA complaint volume compared to this model's typical year, the 2021 Nissan Titan is rated "better than typical".
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Nissan Titan?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 47% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Nissan Titan have?
5 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.