2017 Nissan Titan Problems

Typical for Model

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2017 Nissan Titan.

20162018
Complaints
248
per 10K Sold
46.9
US Sales
52,924
Crashes
9
Fires
11
Injuries
8
Fatalities
Recalls
3

Worst 2017 Nissan Titan Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#195 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:73,403 mi
Fires:4
#230 complaints

Electrical Faults

Avg mileage:97,784 mi
Fires:4
#325 complaints

Transmission / Drivetrain

Avg mileage:21,478 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:2
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2017 Nissan Titan.

Engine Problems
95
complaints
Crashes
Fires
4
Avg Miles
73,403
Electrical Faults
30
complaints
Crashes
Fires
4
Avg Miles
97,784
Transmission / Drivetrain
25
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Avg Miles
21,478
Fuel System
18
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
32,927
Airbags
11
complaints
Crashes
3
Fires
1
Avg Miles
64,157
Unintended Acceleration
10
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
23,697
Steering Defects
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
14,333
Electronic Stability Control
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
32,765
Seat-Related Issues
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Brakes
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Diesel Fuel System
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Suspension Failures
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Seat Belt Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Body Structure
2
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Camera System
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Gasoline:Turbo/Supercharger
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine And Engine Cooling:Exhaust System:Emission Control:Urea Injection System (Def)
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Tires:Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wipers & Visibility
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2017 Nissan Titan

3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~136,066 vehicles.

19V495000Electrical System:wiring · Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator
~91,319 affected

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.

18V240000Equipment:other:labels
~483 affected

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."

17V268000Seat Belts:rear/other
~44,264 affected

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."

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2017 Nissan Titan — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2017 Nissan Titan reliable?
Verdict: Typical for Model. The 2017 Nissan Titan has 248 NHTSA complaints, 9 crash-related, and 3 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Engine Problems with 95 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2017 Nissan Titan?
Top reported problems: Engine Problems (95 complaints, avg 73,403 mi); Electrical Faults (30 complaints, avg 97,784 mi); Transmission / Drivetrain (25 complaints, avg 21,478 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2017 Nissan Titan?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 60,912 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2017 Nissan Titan?
NHTSA complaints for the 2017 Nissan Titan include 9 crash-related reports, 11 fire reports, 8 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2017 Nissan Titan have any recalls?
Yes — 3 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 136,066 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2017 Nissan Titan?
Complaint levels are in line with what's expected. Normal used-car due diligence applies — check the specific VIN for accident history, open recalls, and title brands.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Nissan Titan reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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