repaired · 2025 Q1
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
2020 Nissan TitanProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 23 owner complaints about the 2020 Nissan Titan, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-471 the manufacturer reports only 80% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through October 4, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Bull-Doser, Public domain.
Complaints by system
Where the 2020 Nissan Titan has problems
23 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
8Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
7Power train
4Fuel/propulsion system
4Engine
2Air bags
2Forward collision avoidance
2Vehicle speed control
1Structure
1Suspension
33 other systems
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 8 | 1 |
| Power train | 7 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 4 | 0 |
| Engine | 4 | 0 |
| Air bags | 2 | 2 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 2 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 2 | 1 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| 3 other systems | 3 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2020 Nissan Titan recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q2
Turn signal: bulbs
Risk. Inoperable front turn signals cannot alert on-coming drivers and/or pedestrians that the vehicle will be turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Tires
Risk. Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss.
Show 1 more recall
repaired · 2022 Q4
Wiring: front underhood
Risk. An electrical short can impair the performance of the engine, transmission, or fuel pump, increasing the risk of an engine stall and a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Nissan.
Best & worst years
2020 vs. every other Titan year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Titan median. How we score
'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'17'18'19'20'21'22'23'24
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2020 Nissan Titan safety ratings
2020 Nissan Titan Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
★★★★★Overall rating
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side barrier★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
- Rollover: 3 stars (22.8% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Titan owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
MANUFACTURING DEFECT: 2020 Nissan Titan roof ditch seam sealer failure. Factory sealer cracked/peeled under roof moldings, allowing heavy rainwater ingress into vehicle cab. FAILED WARRANTY REMEDY: Authorized Nissan dealer completed a $0.00 warranty repair on 12/30/2025 at 36,678 miles. Vehicle…
The issues I'm experiencing with this vehicle is delayed pedal response and a whole slew of transmission problems. There are no codes or check engine lights on. When coming to a stop and the vehicle downshifts you can visibly see the RPMs go up with each down shift and sometimes the downshift is so…
The contact's husband owned a 2020 Nissan Titan. The contact stated while her husband was driving 65-75 MPH, he noticed a smoke odor. The contact's husband veered to the side of the road and immediately exited the vehicle. The contact's husband saw flames between the cabin and the rear of the…
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