Nissan Titan Engine and Engine Cooling Problems
Owners have filed 228 complaints with NHTSA about engine and engine cooling problems on the Nissan Titan across 12 model years. The 2004 model year has the most (87). The words owners use most often: “exhaust manifold” (36% of reports).
- 228engine and engine cooling complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 3mention a crash
- 2mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $2,650typical repair cost reported by owners
- 40%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Exhaust manifold: mentioned in 81 of 228 complaints (36%)
- Manifolds cracked: mentioned in 18 of 228 complaints (8%)
- Catalytic converter: mentioned in 14 of 228 complaints (6%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical engine and engine cooling repair on the Nissan Titan at $2,650, and half of them between $1,800 and $3,100.
Based on 14 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2008–2013), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do engine and engine cooling problems happen?
Based on 207 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 228 complaints, 3 mention a crash, 6 a fire, 2 an injury.
Nissan Titan engine and engine cooling complaints by model year
| Model year | Engine and Engine Cooling complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Titan | 1 | 2% | 20,000 |
| 2017 Titan | 4 | 2% | 30,000 |
| 2013 Titan | 1 | 9% | 30,000 |
| 2012 Titan | 2 | 9% | 87,470 |
| 2011 Titan | 1 | 4% | 180,000 |
| 2010 Titan | 4 | 9% | 75,700 |
| 2009 Titan | 3 | 6% | 71,400 |
| 2008 Titan | 12 | 9% | 70,500 |
| 2007 Titan | 15 | 11% | 81,500 |
| 2006 Titan | 36 | 8% | 84,047 |
| 2005 Titan | 62 | 7% | 77,500 |
| 2004 Titan | 87 | 8% | 76,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Engine and engine cooling
Model years: 2004, 2005, 2006
Problem: Nissan is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 armada, titan, infiniti qx56 and model year 2005-2006 frontier, pathfinder and xterra vehicles. The intelligent power distribution module (ipdm) assembly contains an engine control module (ecm) relay that has a diode for electrical current noise reduction. The ecm relay may allow silicon vapor to form and, over time, the silicon evaporates from the diode molding which causes silicon oxide to develop on the ecm relay contact due to arcing.
Risk: This could cause engine stalling increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the ecm relay inside the ipdm assembly. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on december 6, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Titan. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an exhaust odor entering the cabin of the vehicle. The contact was forced to lower the windows to escape the foul odor. The contact stated that the failure occurred while the vehicle was…
The contact owns a 2019 Nissan Titan. The contact stated that there was a knocking sound coming from the driverâs side of the vehicle. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds and then while the vehicle was idling, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. There were no warning…
The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Titan. The contact stated that the turbo stand, the liftgate latch, and the bolt had failed and were previously repaired. Additionally, the contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken…
The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Titan. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact noticed a clicking sound coming from the engine compartment. In addition, the contact noticed an unusual odor coming from the exhaust. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic…
The contact owns a 2008 Nissan Titan. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle emitted abnormal ticking sounds. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an exhaust specialist where it was diagnosed that the weld…
Frequently asked questions
Do all Nissan Titans have engine and engine cooling problems?
No. NHTSA has 228 owner complaints about engine and engine cooling for the Nissan Titan. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Nissan Titan engine and engine cooling?
Yes: 1 safety recall list engine and engine cooling. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix engine and engine cooling problems on the Nissan Titan?
Owners report a typical cost of $2,650 (half paid between $1,800 and $3,100), from 14 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about engine and engine cooling problems on the Nissan Titan?
The most frequent phrase is “exhaust manifold”, in 81 of 228 complaints, followed by “manifolds cracked” (18).
Other Nissan Titan problems
- Power Train problems (1,352)
- Engine problems (365)
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic problems (312)
- Electrical System problems (270)
- Suspension problems (210)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (167)
- Service Brakes problems (160)
- Air Bags problems (155)
See all Nissan Titan problems.