2016 Nissan Titan XD Problems & Recalls
Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 09/08/2026
Source: U.S. NHTSA complaint & recall data. Complaints are unverified reports from vehicle owners — a complaint is not a confirmed defect.
Is this problem acknowledged?
The most-reported problem — Engine (65% of complaints) — was examined in a now-closed NHTSA investigation that did not result in a recall.
Engine complaints here are 5.2× the median for that category across the 2584 model-years tracked on this site.
None of the 6 most-reported categories on this page have a recall or open investigation on file — they rest on unverified owner reports alone.
| Complaint category | Reports | Official status | Reference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 128 · 65% | Investigation closed | PE23020 |
| Power Train | 42 · 21.3% | No official action | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 31 · 15.7% | No official action | — |
| Electrical System | 22 · 11.2% | No official action | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 · 4.6% | No official action | — |
| Steering | 8 · 4.1% | No official action | — |
Recalled = an NHTSA safety recall covers this category, so a free repair exists. Under investigation = NHTSA has an open probe but no recall yet. Investigation closed = NHTSA examined it and closed the probe — this is not a defect finding; where a closed probe led to a recall we name the campaign. Not available = recall or investigation data could not be confirmed for this vehicle — it is not a “no”. Categories are matched by NHTSA's top-level component. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Complaints by component
Percentages are the share of the 197 complaints citing each component; one complaint can cite several components. “Unspecified / other” is NHTSA’s own catch-all category — we show it rather than hide it.
Recalls
No NHTSA recall campaigns are on file for this vehicle. New recalls can be issued at any time — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What owners report
“I recently had a crankshaft failure in my 2016 Nissan Titan XD with only 87,000 miles. Nissan did not honor the 5yr/100k mile warranty due…”NHTSA complaint 11555937 — filed 11/19/2023 · ENGINE
“Vehicles engine crank shaft and fuel system. Was on the highway when the vehicle started loosing power and finally shut down in traffic. Confirmed that…”NHTSA complaint 11555757 — filed 11/18/2023 · ENGINE
“Complete engine failure randomly on the highway. Was unsafe and left me stranded. Well maintained truck that will cost tens of thousands to repair”NHTSA complaint 11555754 — filed 11/18/2023 · ENGINE
Excerpts are shortened and scrubbed of personal details; they are individual, unverified reports.
Complaint trend by year filed
Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2016 Nissan Titan XD?
Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 128 of 197 NHTSA complaints (65%), followed by power train (42), fuel/propulsion system (31), electrical system (22). Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How many complaints does the 2016 Nissan Titan XD have?
197 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 09/08/2026. Of those, 5 involved a crash, 2 involved a fire, and 2 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.
Does the 2016 Nissan Titan XD have any recalls?
No NHTSA recall campaigns are on file for this vehicle. New recalls can be issued at any time — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Has NHTSA acted on the 2016 Nissan Titan XD's reported problems?
0 of the 6 most-reported complaint categories on this page are backed by an NHTSA safety recall or open investigation; the rest are unverified owner reports. A recall means a free repair is available at authorized dealers.
Is a complaint proof of a defect?
No. Complaints are reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints, and a complaint is not proof that a defect exists.
