NHTSA (USA)High Risk
At a glance
What can fail
The Air Bag Control Unit may lack a spacer, allowing its fastener to loosen and leave the unit unsecured.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the Air Bag Control Unit at no cost.
7 vehicles affected
This page covers 5 recalls, 51 owner complaints and EPA fuel economy for the 2021 Nissan Titan.
18 mpg combined
13.1 L/100km
Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted.
The dominant pattern in 2021 Nissan Titan complaints centers on the powertrain, specifically the nine-speed automatic transmission. Owners frequently report the transmission downshifting abruptly and unexpectedly, sometimes dropping multiple gears at once, with accompanying engine surge and a noticeable jolt to the vehicle. Some describe the truck entering limp mode without warning. Electrical complaints come in second, with owners reporting infotainment and backup camera failures that recur even after repairs, along with isolated reports of the vehicle failing to shut off normally and displaying instrument cluster warnings. A smaller cluster of complaints involves the forward collision avoidance system activating without an apparent obstacle in the road. The transmission shudder and unintended downshift pattern accounts for the largest share of complaints by a wide margin.
51
Total Complaints
3
Crash-Related
2
Fire-Related
1
With Injuries
By System
The 2021 Nissan Titan has 5 recalls, with the most serious being a transmission parking pawl that can fail to engage when shifted into park, allowing the truck to roll away unexpectedly.
The tire recall covers Continental-brand tires that can develop a sidewall break, leading to sudden air loss or tread separation while driving. On the safety equipment side, the airbag control unit may be missing a mounting spacer, which lets the fastener loosen and leaves the unit unsecured, potentially preventing airbags from deploying in a crash. There is also a front turn signal issue where the bulb can crack and stop working, leaving other drivers and pedestrians without a visible signal when the truck is about to turn.
At a glance
What can fail
The Air Bag Control Unit may lack a spacer, allowing its fastener to loosen and leave the unit unsecured.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the Air Bag Control Unit at no cost.
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Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The transmission parking pawl may fail to engage when shifting into park, allowing the vehicle to roll away unexpectedly.
What the fix does
Dealers will reprogram the transmission control module (and engine control module on some Titans) to fix the pawl engagement issue.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The transmission parking pawl may fail to engage when shifted into park, allowing the vehicle to roll away unintentionally.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the transmission parking pawl pin at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The front right and/or left turn signal bulb can crack and stop working, preventing the turn signal from lighting up.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the bulbs and replace them if needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
Continental tires on these vehicles may have been over-cured during manufacturing, which can weaken the tire structure and increase failure risk.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect your tires and replace any affected ones at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.