2023 Nissan Titan
The Verdict
Worst problem area
Transmission & Drivetrain
Transmission & Drivetrain leads by volume: 11 of 18 complaints (61%) mention it. Complaints mentioning Engine include more reported injuries (1) than those mentioning any other identified area.
Complaints filed rose from 13 in 2022 to 18 in 2023.
Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology
Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History
| Category | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | vs. 2023 Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual fuel cost ($) | 4,300–4,550 | 4,300–4,550 | 4,300–4,550 | 4,550–4,850 | |
| Combined MPG | 17–18 | 17–18 | 17–18 | 16–17 | |
| City / Highway MPG | 15–16 / 20–21 | 15–16 / 20–21 | 15–16 / 20–21 | 14–15 / 20–21 | |
| CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi) | 503–518 | 503–517 | 503–517 | 510–546 | |
| Complaints filed | 55 | 13 | 18 | 15 | |
| Recalls issued | 5 | 4 | 2 | 2 | |
| Crash-involved complaints | 3 | 0 | 3 | 0 | |
| Fire-involved complaints | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | |
| Injuries reported | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | |
| 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 2023 Nissan Titan have?
2 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 2023 Nissan Titan?
Transmission & Drivetrain: 11 of 18 NHTSA complaints (61%) mention it.
What gas mileage does the 2023 Nissan Titan get?
EPA rates it 17–18 MPG combined.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2023 Nissan Titan?
EPA estimates $4,300–$4,550 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 (S9) | 8 | 5.6L | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD | 16 mpg (high) | 21 mpg (high) | 18 mpg (high) | $4,300 (low) | 503 g/mi (low) |
| Configuration 2 | Automatic (S9) | 8 | 5.6L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg (low) | 21 mpg (high) | 18 mpg (high) | $4,300 (low) | 505 g/mi |
| Configuration 3 | Automatic (S9) | 8 | 5.6L | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Premium | Standard Pickup Trucks 4WD | 15 mpg (low) | 20 mpg (low) | 17 mpg (low) | $4,550 (high) | 517 g/mi (high) |
Complaints by Category
| Category | Complaints | Crash-Involved | Fire-Involved | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Transmission & Drivetrain | 11 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Electrical | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Brakes | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Suspension, Wheels & Tires | 3 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Airbags & Restraints | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Driver Assistance & Speed Control | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Body, Seats & Latches | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibility & Lighting | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 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 (2)
TIRES:BEAD · Campaign 23V273000 · Apr 18, 2023
Defect: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Titan and Frontier vehicles. The tires may have a tear in the inner bead which can cause a rapid loss of tire pressure.
Consequence: A rapid loss of tire pressure while driving can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace all four road tires, or inspect and replace the spare tire assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 10, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC973 and PC974.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION · Campaign 22V671000 · Sep 8, 2022
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will perform the applicable repairs below, free of charge: Model Year 2020-2022 Frontier vehicles: reprogram Transmission Control Module (TCM) Model Year 2020-2022 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM and Engine Control Module (ECM) Model Year 2023 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM Model Year 2023 Z vehicles: reprogram TCM. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.