2016 Nissan Titan recalls, problems & safety ratings
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2016 Nissan Titan and 199 owner complaints. The most-reported problem areas are engine (130), power train (42), fuel/propulsion system (31).
The 2016 has the most owner complaints of any Titan model year from 2012 to 2024. It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 3.1 per model year.
Recalls 3
Every recall NHTSA lists for the 2016 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 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.
Seat belts · rear/other
Problem: 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."
Risk: If the occupant's head contacts the D-ring bolt trim cap during a crash, there is an increased risk of injury.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install energy absorbing material to the C-Pillar Finishers and replace the Seatbelt Bolt and Bolt Cap, free of charge. The recall began September 19, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Fuel system, diesel · storage · tank assembly
Problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016 Titan Diesel XD vehicles manufactured August 7, 2015, to September 1, 2016. The affected vehicles may not have had the temporary fuel tank breather tube cap removed during the vehicle's assembly and the fuel tank breather tube may not have been connected to the bed rail. As a result, the fuel tank may not have the proper ventilation, possibly causing the fuel gauge and the distance to empty meter to both display inaccurately.
Risk: If the fuel gauge reads incorrectly, the vehicle can run out of fuel without the driver being aware, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tank breather tube, replacing the fuel tank, fuel sending unit, and/or fuel tank breather tube, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
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 owns a 2016 Nissan Titan XD. The contact stated that there was an abnormally strong fuel odor coming from the vehicle and there was an abnormal sound coming from the engine while idling. The contact stated that while driving 55-60 MPH, the vehicle went into LIMP Mode, and the driver had to pull over and wait for approximately 10 minutes before resuming driving. The…
Crankshaft broke.
Engine failed unexpectedly and without warning. After doing research there is a widespread problem with the 2016 diesel engine.
Safety ratings
2016 NissanTitan XD Crew Cab AWD
2016 NissanTitan XD Crew Cab RWD
Other model years
Questions
How many recalls does the 2016 Nissan Titan have?
NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2016 Nissan Titan, most recently for equipment · other · labels (04/16/2018). 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 2016 Nissan Titan?
Based on 199 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported areas are engine (130), power train (42), fuel/propulsion system (31).
Is the 2016 Nissan Titan safe?
NHTSA hasn't published an overall 5-star rating for the 2016 Nissan Titan.
Is the 2016 a good year for the Nissan Titan?
The 2016 has the most owner complaints of any Titan model year from 2012 to 2024. It has 3 recalls vs. an average of 3.1 per model year.
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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 XD, Titan.