What are the most common problems with the 2021 Nissan Titan?

The power train group has the most owner complaints on file, followed by the electrical system. See the problems section above for what owners describe.

Does the 2021 Nissan Titan have recalls?

Yes, this model year has recalls on record. The details are listed in the Recalls section of this page.

What is the gas mileage of the 2021 Nissan Titan?

See the fuel economy section of this page for the EPA figures.

Is the 2021 Nissan Titan reliable?

NHTSA has 58 complaints on file for this year. Read the problems section and the year comparison on this page to judge for yourself.

Is 2021 the best year for the Nissan Titan?

The by-year comparison section of this page shows how 2021 stacks up against other years.

2021 Nissan Titan Problems, Recalls and MPG

NHTSA has 58 owner complaints on file for the 2021 Nissan Titan^[1]. The biggest group names the power train, with 26 complaints^[2].

58owner complaints^[1]

5recalls^[3]

17–18MPG combined (EPA)^[4]

Problems
Recalls
Fuel economy
Engine and size
By year
Verdict
FAQ

Most reported problems

Here are the complaint groups owners filed with NHTSA, biggest first.

Power train. 26 complaints^[2]. Owners describe rough, jerky shifting when the truck slows to a stop, a lurch forward at the end of a stop, and trouble moving up out of first gear. Some say the dealer found nothing wrong.
Electrical system. 11 complaints^[5]. In the stories we read, owners describe warning messages and lights, a truck that would not shut off, water getting into the cabin after rain, and a screen that is hard to see in glare.
Unknown or other. 8 complaints^[6]. These reports do not fit a named component group.
Forward collision avoidance. 5 complaints^[7]. Owners describe the automatic emergency braking kicking in by itself, for example under bridge shadows or over railroad tracks, with no obstacle ahead.
Brakes. 4 complaints^[8]. Owners describe a pulsing pedal and a sudden stop after the sensors acted up.
Engine. 4 complaints^[9].
Suspension. 3 complaints^[10].
Fuel and propulsion system. 3 complaints^[11].

These are unverified owner reports, and one complaint can name more than one component.

Recalls

Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2021 Titan is necessarily included.

Air Bags › Air Bag/Restraint Control Module (24V580), August 2024. About 7 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, injury, an air bag that may not work as intended. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[12]
Power Train › Automatic Transmission (22V671), September 2022. About 197,230 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, the car rolling away. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[13]
Power Train › Automatic Transmission (22V457), June 2022. About 180,176 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, the car rolling away. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[14]
Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal › Bulbs (21V471), June 2021. About 30,799 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[15]
Tires › Sidewall (21V169), March 2021. About 36,141 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[16]

Fuel economy

EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.

Version	City / highway / combined MPG	Annual fuel cost
Titan 2WD, 5.6L 8-cyl, Automatic (S9), Premium, Rear-Wheel Drive^[4]	16 / 21 / 18	$4,550
Titan 4WD, 5.6L 8-cyl, Automatic (S9), Premium, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive^[17]	15 / 21 / 18	$4,550
Titan 4WD PRO-4X, 5.6L 8-cyl, Automatic (S9), Premium, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive^[18]	15 / 20 / 17	$4,850

Engine and size

Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles.

Engine	Horsepower
2021 Nissan Titan with 5.6L 8-cylinder^[19]	400 hp

These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.

Version	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight
TITAN CREW CAB PRO-4X^[20]	226 in	81 in	77 in	140 in	5,816 lb
TITAN CREW CAB S / SV^[21]	226 in	80 in	76 in	140 in	5,688 lb
TITAN CREW CAB SL / PLATINUM RESERVE^[22]	226 in	81 in	77 in	140 in	5,935 lb
TITAN SINGLE CAB S / SV^[23]	226 in	80 in	75 in	140 in	5,668 lb
TITAN XD CREW CAB PRO-4X^[24]	240 in	81 in	78 in	152 in	6,537 lb
TITAN XD CREW CAB S / SV 4X2^[25]	240 in	80 in	78 in	152 in	6,005 lb

How 2021 compares with other years

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Titan model year. The 2021 is highlighted^[3].

Show the numbers

Model year	Complaints	Recalls
2004	1,046	5
2005	891	4
2006	430	5
2007	139	1
2008	133	5
2009	47	3
2010	46	3
2011	26	1
2012	22	2
2013	11	3
2014	10	2
2015	12	1
2017	187	3
2018	90	4
2019	49	4
2020	23	5
2021	58	5
2022	13	4
2023	18	2
2024	15	2

NHTSA's counts for the Titan show 58 complaints and 5 recalls for 2021^[3]. Among the 20 model years listed, 12 have fewer complaints than 2021 and 7 have more^[3]. The fewest complaints are for 2014 (10) and the most are for 2004 (1,046)^[3]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.

Should you buy a used 2021 Titan?

The 2021 Nissan Titan has 58 complaints on file^[1], and the power train group stands out with 26^[2]. The rest are spread across electrical, braking and other areas. Owners also describe emergency braking that acts when nothing is in the way^[7]. Recalls exist for this year too, so check the Recalls section on this page^[3]. Complaint counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a guide and not a score.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2021 Nissan Titan?: The power train group has the most owner complaints on file^[2], followed by the electrical system^[5]. See the problems section above for what owners describe.
Does the 2021 Nissan Titan have recalls?: Yes, this model year has recalls on record^[3]. The details are listed in the Recalls section of this page.
What is the gas mileage of the 2021 Nissan Titan?: See the fuel economy section of this page for the EPA figures.
Is the 2021 Nissan Titan reliable?: NHTSA has 58 complaints on file for this year^[1]. Read the problems section and the year comparison on this page to judge for yourself.
Is 2021 the best year for the Nissan Titan?: The by-year comparison section of this page shows how 2021 stacks up against other years^[3].

Keep exploring

Other model years of the Nissan Titan

2004 1,046 complaints, 5 recalls
2006 430 complaints, 5 recalls
2007 139 complaints, 1 recall
2008 133 complaints, 5 recalls
2009 47 complaints, 3 recalls
2010 46 complaints, 3 recalls
2011 26 complaints, 1 recall
2012 22 complaints, 2 recalls
2013 11 complaints, 3 recalls
2014 10 complaints, 2 recalls
2015 12 complaints, 1 recall
2017 187 complaints, 3 recalls
2018 90 complaints, 4 recalls
2019 49 complaints, 4 recalls
2021 this page

Compare all model years of the Nissan Titan

Other Nissan models from 2021

2021 Nissan Armada 13 complaints, 2 recalls
2021 Nissan Versa 32 complaints, 3 recalls

All Nissan models

Facts and sources

NHTSA has 58 owner complaints on file for the 2021 Nissan Titan (3 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 1 injuries, 0 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
26 complaints name the power train component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
Owner complaints and recalls for every Nissan Titan model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Titan 2WD, 5.6L 8-cyl, Automatic (S9), Premium, Rear-Wheel Drive: 16 city / 21 highway / 18 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
11 complaints name the electrical system component group (1 crashes, 3 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
8 complaints name the unknown or other component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
5 complaints name the forward collision avoidance component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
4 complaints name the brakes component group (1 crashes, 1 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
4 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
3 complaints name the suspension component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
3 complaints name the fuel/propulsion system component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries). NHTSA vehicle records
Recall 24V580, filed August 5, 2024: Air Bags › Air Bag / Restraint Control Module. NHTSA recall database
Recall 22V671, filed September 7, 2022: Power Train › Automatic Transmission. NHTSA recall database
Recall 22V457, filed June 24, 2022: Power Train › Automatic Transmission. NHTSA recall database
Recall 21V471, filed June 23, 2021: Exterior Lighting › Turn Signal › Bulbs. NHTSA recall database
Recall 21V169, filed March 11, 2021: Tires › Sidewall. NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Titan 4WD, 5.6L 8-cyl, Automatic (S9), Premium, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive: 15 city / 21 highway / 18 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Titan 4WD PRO-4X, 5.6L 8-cyl, Automatic (S9), Premium, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive: 15 city / 20 highway / 17 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,850. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA Test Car List, 2021 Nissan Titan with 5.6L 8-cylinder: rated 400 hp. www.epa.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, TITAN CREW CAB PRO-4X: length 226 in, width 81 in, height 77 in, wheelbase 140 in, curb weight 5,816 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, TITAN CREW CAB S / SV: length 226 in, width 80 in, height 76 in, wheelbase 140 in, curb weight 5,688 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, TITAN CREW CAB SL / PLATINUM RESERVE: length 226 in, width 81 in, height 77 in, wheelbase 140 in, curb weight 5,935 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, TITAN SINGLE CAB S / SV: length 226 in, width 80 in, height 75 in, wheelbase 140 in, curb weight 5,668 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, TITAN XD CREW CAB PRO-4X: length 240 in, width 81 in, height 78 in, wheelbase 152 in, curb weight 6,537 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, TITAN XD CREW CAB S / SV 4X2: length 240 in, width 80 in, height 78 in, wheelbase 152 in, curb weight 6,005 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.

2021 Nissan Titan: problems, recalls and fuel economy