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2014 Nissan Titan problems

The 2014 Nissan Titan has 1 critical safety recall on file — the kind NHTSA opens when crashes, fires, or injuries are documented. 10 owner complaints alongside. Read those first.

The 2014 Nissan Titan has 10 NHTSA owner complaints and 2 recalls on file (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). The most-reported system is brakes at 3 complaints, typically surfacing around 108,500 miles (~$450 to repair). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.

Nissan Titan owner complaints by model year
Model yearOwner complaintsRecalls
2011 Titan 26 1
2012 Titan 22 2
2013 Titan 11 3
2014 Titan (this page) 10 2
2015 Titan 10 1
2016 Titan 0 3
2017 Titan 172 3
2014 Nissan Titan
Photo: Elise240SX / Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0 · representative photo of the Nissan Titan
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Reliability score
8.0 / 10

Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.

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Should you avoid this 2014 Titan?
Generally reliable

Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally.

Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.

NHTSA crash-test safety ratings

Rollover 3/5

Driver-assist features on the tested model: Electronic stability control: Standard · Forward collision warning: No · Lane departure warning: No

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program — tested configuration: 2014 Nissan Titan Crew Cab PU/CC 4WD. Stars rate crash protection in NHTSA's tests, not overall reliability — see the owner-complaint data below for what actually goes wrong.

Buying a used 2014 Nissan Titan? Check these first

Here's what this model is known to do — so you can inspect for it, price it in, or make the seller fix it before you sign.

What to inspect on this specific car

⚠ The one to take seriously: brakes is flagged severe on this model , showing up around 108,500 mi. Inspect it closely on a test drive.

Recalls to confirm are done

Run the VIN from the listing — 2 active recalls on this model. Recall repairs are always free.

Verdict for buyers: 8.0/10 model. The priciest documented failure is brakes (~$450) — get the seller's service records for it or inspect closely. Otherwise an average-risk used buy at a fair price.

We tell you what this model is known for and what to inspect — a vehicle-history report tells you what this exact car has been through. Smart buyers get both.

See the full pre-purchase inspection checklist →
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Top trouble spots 1 category with 3+ complaints

brakes
3 reports · fails ~108,500 mi · avg $450
severe
Buyer's checklist
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What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2014 Titan · brakes Crash
2014 Nissan titan. Consumer writes in regards to a bad brake booster. *ld the consumer stated the vehicle was involved in an accident due to the brake booster failure. The manufacturer was notified. *js
2014 Titan · suspension
Left front strut failed at 14,541 miles. Began make a clunking noise. Right front strut failed at 21,000 miles. Makes a clunking metal to metal noise. Noise occurs will driving over small bumps.
10/09/2018 · at 14,541 mi · NHTSA ODI #11139324.0
2014 Titan · brakes Crash
Brakes went out and pedal went to the floor. ABS brakes came on. Not a hard brake at all. Couldn't stop in time pulling into parking space and hit fence pole damage to front bumper center and passenger side fender. This could of been life or death situation if on road way if…
07/18/2018 · at 24,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11112098.0 · see brakes pattern →
2014 Titan · brakes
Applied brakes and brake light came on. Pedal was soft and made a grinding sound. Brakes still worked but not very well. Cleared the problem by turning off engine and restarting. This has happened before. I video taped with my cell phone before resetting. Had this checked…
05/06/2015 · at 193,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #10714973.0 · see brakes pattern →
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Active recalls showing 2 of 2

critical NHTSA 20V188000 March 30, 2020

Nissan North America, Inc

An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or Infiniti customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
severe NHTSA 13V645000 December 24, 2013

Nissan North America, Inc

If the vehicle is loaded to the capacity stated on the incorrect label, and the tire load capacity is exceeded, the vehicle may experience structural damage to the tire. If this occurs, this may lead to tire failure which could increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners and will provide owners with a correct label to install, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on January 21, 2014. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Common questions

Is the 2014 Nissan Titan reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 8.0 out of 10 based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Nissan Titan is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.

Should you avoid the 2014 Nissan Titan?

On the NHTSA data, the 2014 Nissan Titan does not need avoiding. Buyable on the data — keep up the usual maintenance and inspect normally. The record behind that call: No systemic severe-failure pattern in the complaint record; Reliability score 8.0/10 — above the segment average; 2 recall campaigns on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What should I check before buying a used 2014 Nissan Titan?

Inspect the brakes first — it's the most-reported issue on this model, with 3 owner complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 108,500 miles. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop. Also confirm any open recalls have been completed by running the VIN, and ask for service records covering the problem areas listed above.

Is the 2014 Nissan Titan a good used car to buy?

It scores 8.0 out of 10 on our NHTSA-based read of 10 owner complaints. The main thing to watch is brakes. Typical failure occurs around 108,500 miles. Priced fairly and clean on inspection, it's a reasonable used buy. Our data covers what this model is known for — pair it with a vehicle-history report on the VIN to see what that specific car has been through.

What's the most common problem on the 2014 Nissan Titan?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is brakes, with 3 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 108,500 miles. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The brakes is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $450 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 108,500 miles. 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 2014 Nissan Titan?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 10 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $450, 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 are not always better value.

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Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 1 day ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2014/Nissan/Titan. Editorial commentary written by ProblemsByVin contributors and reviewed by ASE-certified mechanics. We are not affiliated with Nissan. Some links on this page are affiliate links and we may earn a commission if you complete a quote or purchase.
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