2012 Nissan Titan recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2012 Nissan Titan and 22 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are air bags (7), structure (5), service brakes (4). EPA-rated fuel economy is 14–15 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
The 2012 ranks #7 of 13 Titan model years for fewest complaints (2012–2024), with fewer complaints than the average year (53). It has 2 recalls vs. an average of 3.1 per model year.
Recalls 2
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2012 Nissan Titan. Not every recall applies to every vehicle, so check your VIN. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
Equipment · other · labels
Problem: Nissan is recalling certain model year 2012 titan and armada vehicles, manufactured from august 12, 2011, through march 13, 2012. The part 567 certification labels on the vehicles do not contain rim size information. Thus, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, tire selection and rims.
Risk: The omission of the rim size may lead to an incorrect tire/wheel combination which may increase the likelihood of a crash.
Fix: Nissan will supply owners with a new label and instructions on how install the label or the owner will have the option of taking their vehicle to a nissan dealer to have the new label installed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 28, 2012. Owners may contact nissan at 1-615-725-1000.
Equipment · other · labels
Problem: Certain model year 2012 nissan titan vehicles, manufactured from june 10, 2011, through july 22, 2011, equipped with the sports appearance package have incorrect seating capacity information displayed on the tire placard. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, "tire selection and rims."
Risk: An incorrect capacity label may lead to vehicle overloading. Vehicle overloading may increase the likelihood of a crash.
Fix: Nissan will supply owners with a new label and instructions on how install the label or the owner will have the option of taking their vehicle to a nissan dealer to have the new label installed free of charge. The safety recall began on may 28, 2012. Owners may contact nissan at 1-615-725-1000.
Common problems
From complaints owners filed with NHTSA. Complaints aren't verified, but patterns across hundreds of owners point to known weak spots.
Most-reported problem areas
By the numbers
Recent owner reports
The contact owned a 2012 Nissan Titan. The contact stated that while driving 70 MPH, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The contact stated that the parking brake failed to release, and the rear passenger’s side wheel was locked. The contact stated that debris from the parking brakes was on the ground. The contact was able to coast to the side of th…
On [XXX], my 2012 Nissan Titan was serviced by Pep Boys in Gainesville, FL for brake-related work. After they returned the truck, the brake assembly was reinstalled incorrectly — the caliper was not secured properly and the rotors were damaged/warped as a result. This failure created an immediate and severe safety risk. My father drove the vehicle shortly afterward, unaware of…
The contact owns a 2012 Nissan Titan. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the air bag warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the vehicle was diagnosed with a failed front driver's side air bag. The contact was informed that the front driver's air bag needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that t…
Safety ratings
2012 Nissan Titan Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD
2012 Nissan Titan King Cab PU/EC 4WD
2012 Nissan Titan Crew Cab PU/CC RWD
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for common configurations of the 2012 Nissan Titan.
Titan 2WD
Auto 5-spd · 8 cyl · 5.6 L
Regular
Titan 2WD
Auto 5-spd · 8 cyl · 5.6 L · FFV
Gasoline or E85
Titan 4WD
Auto 5-spd · 8 cyl · 5.6 L
Regular
Titan 4WD
Auto 5-spd · 8 cyl · 5.6 L · FFV
Gasoline or E85
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2012 Nissan Titan have?
NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2012 Nissan Titan, most recently for equipment · other · labels (04/04/2012). Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer. Enter your VIN to check whether a recall applies to your vehicle.
What are the most common problems with the 2012 Nissan Titan?
Based on 22 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are air bags (7), structure (5), service brakes (4).
Is the 2012 Nissan Titan safe?
NHTSA hasn't published an overall 5-star rating for the 2012 Nissan Titan.
Is the 2012 a good year for the Nissan Titan?
The 2012 ranks #7 of 13 Titan model years for fewest complaints (2012–2024), with fewer complaints than the average year (53). It has 2 recalls vs. an average of 3.1 per model year.
What gas mileage does the 2012 Nissan Titan get?
EPA ratings for the 2012 Nissan Titan range from 14 to 15 mpg combined, depending on configuration.
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Sources: NHTSA recalls, complaints and 5-Star Safety Ratings APIs; EPA fueleconomy.gov. Data retrieved November 2, 2026. NHTSA model names used: TITAN, Titan.