2018 Nissan Titan
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Engine
Engine leads by volume: 45 of 90 complaints (50%) mention it.
Complaints filed fell from 187 in 2017 to 90 in 2018.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | vs. 2018 Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 3,450–3,650 | 3,450–3,650 | 3,450–3,650 | 4,300–4,550 | |
| Combined MPG | 17–18 | 17–18 | 17–18 | 17–18 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 15 / 20–21 | 15 / 20–21 | 15 / 20–21 | 15–16 / 21–22 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 505–529 | 505–529 | 505–529 | 490–524 | |
| Complaints filed | 187 | 90 | 46 | 21 | |
| Recalls issued | 3 | 4 | 4 | 5 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 5 | 3 | 3 | 1 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 9 | 1 | 2 | 1 | |
| Injuries reported | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | |
| Deaths reported | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Configurations compared | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.
Common questions
How many recalls does the 2018 Nissan Titan have?
4 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.
What is the most common complaint about the 2018 Nissan Titan?
Engine: 45 of 90 NHTSA complaints (50%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2018 Nissan Titan get?
EPA rates it 17–18 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2018 Nissan Titan?
EPA estimates $3,450–$3,650 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.
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EPA-Rated Configurations (3)
| Configuration | Transmission | Cylinders | Displacement | Drivetrain | Fuel Type | Vehicle Class | City | Highway | Combined | Annual Fuel Cost | CO₂ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Configuration 1 | Automatic (S7) | 8 | 5.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 15 mpg | 21 mpg (high) | 18 mpg (high) | $3,450 (low) | 505 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S7) | 8 | 5.6L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 21 mpg (high) | 18 mpg (high) | $3,450 (low) | 505 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S7) | 8 | 5.6L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg | 20 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | $3,650 (high) | 529 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 45 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 16 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 18 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 15 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 8 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 8 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.
Recalls (4)
TIRES; TIRES:SIDEWALL · Campaign 21V169000 · Mar 12, 2021
Defect: 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.
Consequence: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
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. Nissan's number for this recall is PC798.
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · Campaign 19V654000 · Sep 13, 2019
Defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
Consequence: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
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. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR · Campaign 19V495000 · Jun 27, 2019
Defect: 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.
Consequence: An electrical short may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, it increases the risk of a fire.
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. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS · Campaign 18V240000 · Apr 18, 2018
Defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2018 Nissan Titan, 2016 and 2018 Nissan Titan XD vehicles. Accessories installed on these vehicles reduced the load carrying capacity, however, a Load Carrying Capacity modification label was not installed, possibly allowing the vehicle to be overloaded. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."
Consequence: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
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.