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ProblemsByVin File / 2006-NISSAN-TITAN
2006 · Nissan

Nissan Titan problems

2 safety recalls. 430 owner complaints. We mapped every trouble spot before you sign the papers.

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Reliability score
6.8 / 10

Average for the segment. Some recurring trouble spots worth knowing about.

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Severe
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Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints

powertrain
180 reports · avg $2,500
moderate
engine
62 reports · avg $3,100
severe
suspension
44 reports · avg $900
severe
electrical
34 reports · avg $850
severe
brakes
31 reports · avg $450
moderate
airbags
19 reports · avg $1,100
severe
fuel system
16 reports · avg $1,200
severe
tires
9 reports · avg $150
severe

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2006 Titan · electrical
I DRIVE DAILY ON UNLIT ROADS, AND THIS PROBLEM FREQUENTLY OCCURS. MY 2006 NISSAN TITAN'S AIR CONDITIONING/HEATING CONTROLS RESPONSE TO CHANGE IS SLOW WITH HEADLIGHTS ON (10-15 SECONDS TO MOVE FROM FLOOR TO DEFROST), CAUSING A SAFETY PROBLEM WHEN NEEDING TO DEFROST AT NIGHT.…
12/31/2006 · NHTSA ODI #10177414.0
2006 Titan · powertrain
REAR AXEL PASSENGER AND DRIVER LEAKING OIL, DISCOVERED DURING ROUTINE DIFFERENTIAL OIL CHANGE. *JS
12/30/2015 · NHTSA ODI #10817033.0
2006 Titan · powertrain
WHILE PERFORMING A TIRE ROTATION, IT WAS NOTICED THAT THE PASSENGER SIDE REAR AXLE SEAL WAS LEAKING. *TR
12/29/2009 · NHTSA ODI #10297436.0
2006 Titan · powertrain
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT:R/PASSENGER SIDE SEAL LEAKS ONTO BRAKE ROTOR DUST SHIELD , POTENTIAL FOR BRAKE FAILURE WHICH COULD RESULT IN VEHICLE CRASH CAUSING POSSIBLE INJURY OR FATALITY. *TR
12/25/2010 · NHTSA ODI #10372370.0

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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

severe NHTSA 06V459000 30/11/2006

ON CERTAIN KING CAB TRUCKS, THE WIRES IN THE HARNESS WERE ROUTED THROUGH THE REAR DOORS AND INTO THE BODY

IF THE WIRES FOR THE SEAT BELTS AND SPEAKER WIRES BREAK AND MAKE CONTACT, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE PRETENSIONER MAY DEPLOY. IF THIS HAPPENS WHEN THE SEAT BELT IS RETRACTED, IT WILL NOT BE POSSIBLE TO USE THE SEAT BELT. IF ONE OF THE WIRES ON THE RIGHT SIDE HARNESS FOR THE SEAT BELT TENSION SENSOR BREAKS, THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AIR BAG WILL NOT DEPLOY AS DESIGNED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH AND PERSONAL INJURY.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIRE HARNESS COVER WITH A DIFFERENT TYPE THAT PREVENTS OVER BENDING OF THE HARNESS AND THE HARNESS WILL BE REROUTED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 19, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
severe NHTSA 06V064000 08/03/2006

CERTAIN LIGHT TRUCKS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO

THIS MAY RESULT IN THE RIGHT SIDE DOORS COMING PARTIALLY OPEN INCREASING THE RISK OF INJURY TO OCCUPANTS.

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE UPPER LATCH ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 800-662-6200.

Common questions

Is the 2006 Nissan Titan reliable?

It's got known weak points. With a reliability score of 6.8 out of 10 based on 430 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2006 Nissan Titan has a higher-than-average rate of reported issues. The areas to watch are listed above. Whether it's worth owning depends on price, condition, and how much repair exposure you can absorb.

What's the most common problem on the 2006 Nissan Titan?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 180 complaints filed. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.

How do I check if my Nissan Titan has open recalls?

Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.

Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2006 Nissan Titan?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 430 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans aren't always better value.

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