The best and worst Nissan Titan years, by the numbers
Short answer: among Nissan Titans old enough to judge (2005–2022), the 2013–2014, 2016 and 2020 have the fewest owner complaints per 10,000 sold. The 2005–2006, 2008 and 2017 have the most.
We counted every owner complaint filed with the federal government (NHTSA) for each model year and divided by how many were sold that year, so a year that sold more doesn’t look worse just for being popular. Years newer than 2022 are shown but not ranked — they haven’t been on the road long enough. How this is calculated.
Years with the most complaints
2005 Nissan Titan · 62.0 per 10,000 sold (3.9× this model’s typical year)
Most-reported: Rear differential and axle, typically around 75,000 miles; then fuel pump and sending unit.
2006 Nissan Titan · 41.4 per 10,000 sold (2.6× this model’s typical year)
Most-reported: Rear differential and axle, typically around 74,560 miles; then exhaust manifold, studs and leaks.
2008 Nissan Titan · 34.1 per 10,000 sold (2.1× this model’s typical year)
Most-reported: Exhaust manifold, studs and leaks, typically around 95,000 miles; then airbags, seatbelts and restraints.
2017 Nissan Titan · 35.3 per 10,000 sold (2.2× this model’s typical year)
Most-reported: Internal engine (bearings, pistons, rings), typically around 59,000 miles; then wiring harness, grounds and connectors.
Years with the fewest complaints
2013 Nissan Titan · 7.0 per 10,000 sold (0.4× this model’s typical year)
Most-reported, even so: Body control and other modules, typically around 30,000 miles.
2014 Nissan Titan · 8.0 per 10,000 sold (0.5× this model’s typical year)
Most-reported, even so: Shocks and struts, typically around 74,000 miles.
2016 Nissan Titan · 0.0 per 10,000 sold (0.0× this model’s typical year)
2020 Nissan Titan · 7.9 per 10,000 sold (0.5× this model’s typical year)
Most-reported, even so: Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting.
Every year: complaints per 10,000 sold
Typical Nissan Titan year: 16.1 per 10,000 sold.
Complaints are counted once each, even when an owner lists several parts. Sales are US units sold in the calendar year, a close stand-in for the model year.
Common questions
What is the worst year for the Nissan Titan?
Among Nissan Titans old enough to judge (2005–2022), the 2005 has the most owner complaints per 10,000 sold: 62.0, about 3.9× a typical Nissan Titan year. The 2006, 2008 and 2017 also stand out.
What is the best year for the Nissan Titan?
The 2016 has the fewest owner complaints per 10,000 sold among Nissan Titans from 2005–2022: 0.0, against 16.1 for a typical year. The 2013–2014 and 2020 are also well below typical.
What goes wrong on the 2005 Nissan Titan?
The most-reported problem on the 2005 Nissan Titan is rear differential and axle, typically around 75,000 miles.
Why aren't the newest Nissan Titan years ranked?
The 2023–2024 haven't been on the road long enough. Newer cars have fewer complaints mainly because they're newer, so ranking them would flatter them.
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Source: NHTSA owner complaints and recalls; US sales from public industry figures. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. This is not an inspection and not a recommendation to buy or avoid any vehicle.