2018 Nissan Titan Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other Titan years
- More complaints than other years 7th of 20 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- 4 recalls: check your VIN
- NHTSA crash rating
- 4 out of 5 stars
Owners have filed 90 complaints with NHTSA about the 2018 Nissan Titan. That ranks 7th out of 20 Titan model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine (45 complaints, 50%), typically at around 5,944 miles. Complaints mention 3 crashes, 1 fire, 1 injury. There are 4 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 2 defect investigations involving it.
- 90owner complaints
- 4safety recalls
- 2NHTSA investigations
- 3complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2018 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 | 45 | 50% | 5,944 | — | — |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 16 | 18% | 3,150 | — | — |
| Power Train | 16 | 18% | 3,750 | — | — |
| Electrical System | 15 | 17% | 47,000 | — | — |
| Unknown or Other | 8 | 9% | 4,309 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 6 | 7% | 9,165 | — | — |
| Steering | 3 | 3% | 46,000 | — | — |
| Tires | 3 | 3% | — | — | — |
| Air Bags | 2 | 2% | 45,000 | — | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 2 | 2% | 43,500 | — | — |
| Seats | 2 | 2% | 27,202 | — | — |
| Back Over Prevention | 1 | 1% | 38,200 | — | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Lane Departure | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Seat Belts | 1 | 1% | 1,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 1% | — | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 1% | 127,000 | — | — |
| Wheels | 1 | 1% | 41,000 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2018 Nissan Titan recalls (4)
Tap a recall to see the problem, the risk and the fix.
Tires:sidewall
Problem: 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.
Risk: 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.
Fix: 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
Problem: 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."
Risk: The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: 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
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.
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.
Cylinder 4-5 which caused catastrophic engine failure. CP4 fuel pump. Crank shaft broken, Metal flakes in oil. Differential service. Was on the road from [XXX] to [XXX] and broke down in [XXX]. Just bought the truck from Lakeland Automall on May 8th and broke down on May 31st. Was in a bad spot to…
My crankshaft broke on the highway. I was travelling at around 70mph. No warnings were given. I lost all power and had to limp it off to the side of the road. The engine was replaced under warranty. This is an ongoing issue for 2016-2019 Nissan Titans. Folks are left with worthless vehicles because…
The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Titan. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH over a ramp in the road, there was a loud banging sound coming from the front passengerâs side of the vehicle. Later, while depressing the brake pedal, there was a scraping sound coming from the front…
The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Titan. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH and accelerating, the vehicle shut off. The contact stated that there was an abnormal pop before the vehicle lost motive power and was pulled over to the shoulder of the roadway. The vehicle was towed to a local…
The contact owns a 2018 Nissan Titan. The contact stated that while refueling, there was an engine run-on after the vehicle was turned off. The contact determined there was a vapor lock issue and that air was entering the fuel system. The vehicle was difficult to start. There was an abnormal…
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 | 90 | 4 |
| 2017 Titan | 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 2018 Nissan Titan?
Owners most often report engine, fuel/propulsion system, power train problems. The top one, engine, accounts for 45 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2018 Nissan Titan?
Yes, 4 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.
Was the 2018 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 2018 has 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.