2017 Nissan Titan Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Titan years
- Far more complaints than other years 4th of 20 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 3 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 187 complaints with NHTSA about the 2017 Nissan Titan. That ranks 4th out of 20 Titan model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (98 complaints, 52%), typically at around 14,883 miles. Complaints mention 5 crashes, 9 fires, 5 injuries. There are 3 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 187owner complaints
- 3safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 5complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2017 Nissan Titan problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine problems | 98 | 52% | 14,883 | “broken crankshaft” (8%) | — |
| Electrical System | 31 | 17% | 28,000 | — | — |
| Power Train | 26 | 14% | 16,250 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 22 | 12% | 34,942 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 13 | 7% | 8,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 11 | 6% | 75,000 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 10 | 5% | 21,500 | — | — |
| Steering | 7 | 4% | 17,500 | — | — |
| Electronic Stability Control (esc) | 5 | 3% | 28,000 | — | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 4 | 2% | 30,000 | — | — |
| Seats | 4 | 2% | 30,599 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 2% | 17,500 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 | 2% | 300 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Diesel | 3 | 2% | 17,900 | — | — |
| Suspension | 3 | 2% | 1,500 | — | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 2% | 8,132 | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 2 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Structure | 2 | 1% | 27,000 | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1% | 300 | — | — |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Tires | 1 | 1% | 80,100 | — | — |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 1% | 19,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2017 Nissan Titan recalls (3)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Electrical system:wiring; electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
Problem: 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.
Risk: An electrical short may cause an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, it increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: 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
Problem: 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."
Risk: An overloaded vehicle can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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.
Seat belts:rear/other
Problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Nissan Titan Crew Cab and Titan XD Crew Cab vehicles. In the event of a crash, the rear seatbelt assembly may not adequately protect the occupant's head, allowing it to contact the D-ring bolt trim cap. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 201, "Occupant Protection in Interior Impact."
Risk: If the occupant's head contacts the D-ring bolt trim cap during a crash, there is an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install energy absorbing material to the C-Pillar Finishers and replace the Seatbelt Bolt and Bolt Cap, free of charge. The recall began September 19, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
NHTSA defect investigations
- Desiccated Air Bag Inflator Rupture (EA21002) — opened Sep 17, 2021, still open.
- Loss of motive power due to broken crankshaft with no ability to restart. (PE23020) — opened Nov 15, 2023, closed Jun 27, 2025.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The truck suddenly and without warning drops into an un-acceleratable 'limp mode' while traveling at highway speeds in active traffic, presenting an immediate rear-end collision hazard. Nissan acknowledges this is a Turbo Failure and replaced it in 2021 and 2023 and now the turbo, actuator and dpf…
See attached document
My truck currently has approximately 112,000 miles. Recently, it suffered a high-pressure CP4 fuel pump failure that sent metal debris throughout the fuel system. The failure has been diagnosed by both an authorized Nissan dealership and an independent diesel repair facility. Both concluded that…
I have owned this vehicle since February 2025 and as of June 2026 the CP4 Fuel pump failed and causes the Cummings engine to shutdown and the vehicle is now immobile. According to recent research and diagnosis, the cost of repair will exceed the value of the vehicle which I am still paying on. It…
Engine is knocking at only 83k miles. No. 7 cylinder issue. Nissan wonât cover repairs even though theyâre aware of the design flaw.
Other Nissan Titan years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 Titan | 15 | 2 |
| 2023 Titan | 17 | 2 |
| 2022 Titan | 13 | 4 |
| 2021 Titan | 58 | 5 |
| 2020 Titan | 23 | 5 |
| 2019 Titan | 49 | 4 |
| 2018 Titan | 90 | 4 |
| 2017 | 187 | 3 |
| 2015 Titan | 12 | 1 |
| 2014 Titan | 10 | 2 |
| 2013 Titan | 11 | 3 |
| 2012 Titan | 22 | 2 |
| 2011 Titan | 26 | 1 |
| 2010 Titan | 46 | 3 |
| 2009 Titan | 47 | 3 |
| 2008 Titan | 133 | 5 |
| 2007 Titan | 139 | 1 |
| 2006 Titan | 430 | 5 |
| 2005 Titan | 891 | 4 |
| 2004 Titan | 1,046 | 5 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2017 Nissan Titan?
Owners most often report engine, electrical system, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 98 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2017 Nissan Titan?
Yes, 3 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2017 Nissan Titan a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other Titan model years, the 2017 has far more complaints than most years, and NHTSA rates it 4 out of 5 stars overall in crash tests. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.