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2016 Nissan Titan Problems & Recalls

Built from official NHTSA complaint and recall data · data through 07/12/2026

High complaint levelIts most-reported problem — Engine — runs 5.2× the fleet median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.
196Complaints
3Recalls
5Crashes
2Fires
2Injured
0Deaths

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 (64.8% of complaints) — recall and investigation status for this vehicle is currently unavailable.

Engine complaints here are 5.2× the median for that category across the 2583 model-years tracked on this site.

Complaint categoryReportsOfficial statusReference
Engine127 · 64.8%not available
Power Train42 · 21.4%not available
Fuel/propulsion System31 · 15.8%RecalledRecall 16V847000
Electrical System22 · 11.2%not available
Vehicle Speed Control9 · 4.6%not available
Steering8 · 4.1%not available

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

ENGINE127 · 64.8%
POWER TRAIN42 · 21.4%
Unspecified / other14 · 7.1%
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL9 · 4.6%
STEERING8 · 4.1%
STRUCTURE:BODY6 · 3.1%
SERVICE BRAKES5 · 2.6%
AIR BAGS3 · 1.5%

Percentages are the share of the 196 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 — 3 campaigns

Fuel System, Diesel:storage:tank Assembly

NHTSA campaign 16V847000 · 2016 · reported 11/22/2016

If the fuel gauge reads incorrectly, the vehicle can run out of fuel without the driver being aware, increasing the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Equipment:other:labels

NHTSA campaign 18V240000 · 2018 · reported 04/16/2018

An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Seat Belts:rear/other

NHTSA campaign 17V268000 · 2017 · reported 04/24/2017

If the occupant's head contacts the D-ring bolt trim cap during a crash, there is an increased risk of injury. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

PARK-IT: NO  · PARK-OUTSIDE: NO  ·  OVER-THE-AIR FIX: NO

Park it Park outside Specimen badges — shown on a recall card only when NHTSA sets the flag. None of the campaigns above carries either flag. Always check your own vehicle by 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

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2016 Nissan Titan?

Engine issues are the most-reported category, cited in 127 of 196 NHTSA complaints (64.8%), 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 have?

196 complaints were on file with NHTSA as of 07/12/2026. Of those, 5 involved a crash, 2 involved a fire, and 2 reported injuries. No deaths were reported.

Does the 2016 Nissan Titan have any recalls?

Yes — 3 NHTSA safety recall campaigns, including campaign 16V847000. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Has NHTSA acted on the 2016 Nissan Titan's reported problems?

Recall or investigation data is partly unavailable for this vehicle right now — check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the authoritative answer.

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.

About this data — Complaint figures on this page are consumer reports submitted to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), a U.S. government agency. NHTSA does not verify individual complaints; a complaint is not proof that a defect exists, and counts reflect what owners chose to report, not confirmed failure rates. Recall information comes from official NHTSA safety recall campaigns; recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Always check your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. CarModelProblems.com is an independent site and is not affiliated with NHTSA or any vehicle manufacturer. Data through 07/12/2026.