Free. Instant. No signup. Pulls recalls and complaints for your exact vehicle.

Couldn't find that VIN. Check the digits and try again.

ProblemsByVin File / 2017-NISSAN-TITAN NHTSA data synced 4 days ago
2017 · Nissan

Nissan Titan problems

172 owner complaints and 1 active recall campaign on file. Here's the breakdown — what's serious, what's noise, what a working mechanic would actually do about it.

0 5 10
Reliability score
7.4 / 10

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

0
Critical
1
Severe
0
Moderate
Should you avoid this 2017 Titan?
Acceptable — with caveats

Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.

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.

Embed this reliability snapshot

Free to use on your site, post, or video — keep the link back. Preview the widget →

<iframe src="https://problemsbyvin.com/embed/reliability/2017-nissan-titan/" width="100%" height="340" style="border:1px solid #e2e8f0;border-radius:8px;max-width:640px" title="2017 Nissan Titan reliability snapshot" loading="lazy"></iframe>

Top trouble spots 7 categories with 3+ complaints

engine
68 reports · fails ~31,148 mi · avg $3,100
moderate
electrical
26 reports · fails ~41,066 mi · avg $850
severe
powertrain
23 reports · fails ~32,083 mi · avg $2,500
severe
airbags
8 reports · fails ~66,600 mi · avg $1,100
severe
steering
7 reports · fails ~14,333 mi · avg $700
severe
cruise control
6 reports · fails ~25,155 mi · avg $600
severe
lighting
3 reports · fails ~2,500 mi · avg $250
moderate
Buyer's checklist
Going to look at one? Use the pre-purchase inspection list.
Generated from this 2017 Titan's actual NHTSA complaint history — every item points at a documented failure pattern on this exact vehicle, not generic walkaround filler.
See the checklist ->
Honest Calculator
Should you buy an extended warranty on this 2017 Titan?
We pulled the math: risk-weighted exposure, typical contract cost, and our verdict on whether coverage pencils out for this specific vehicle.
See the calculator ->

What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim

2017 Titan · airbags
Truck has been diagnosed and the airbag sensor seems to be at fault. The sensor light is blinking and if there’s an accident the airbags will not deploy. This is a huge liability and safety concern
2017 Titan · electrical
The drivers side rear door will lock. You can not unlock the door with the key, pushing any buttons, using the fob, nor can you unlock it from the inside. You must use the master button on the drivers door and in doing so you must lock and unlock the doors dozens of times and…
12/25/2018 · at 7,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11163336.0 · see electrical pattern →
2017 Titan · airbags
Right side air bag has gone bad two separate times. Advised that it is a common problem.
2017 Titan · visibility
After rain storms I noticed water on the rear passenger seat after delivery of vehicle to dealership they determined the rear window seal to be faulty and they brought the vehicle in for warranty repair. The vehicle was bought at and repaired at benton Nissan of oxford, alabama.
12/18/2018 · at 19,000 mi · NHTSA ODI #11162355.0
View all 172 owner complaints →
Had a problem with your 2017 Nissan Titan? File a complaint with NHTSA → It's free and official — owner filings are what build the federal safety record behind this page.

Estimate your repair exposure

Drag to your current mileage. Numbers are derived from this vehicle's complaint history.

0 mi 200k mi
At 80,000 miles
Likely repair cost in next 24 months
$0

Active recalls showing 1 of 1

severe NHTSA 17V268000 April 24, 2017

Nissan North America, Inc

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.

Under investigation 1 open at NHTSA

EA Air Bags › Frontal · opened September 2021

NHTSA has an open defect investigation covering this vehicle — the step that can precede a recall, not a finding of fault. EA21002 on NHTSA →

How NHTSA investigations work, and what's open now →

Common questions

Is the 2017 Nissan Titan reliable?

Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.4 out of 10 based on 172 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2017 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 2017 Nissan Titan?

The 2017 Nissan Titan is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Electrical system: 26 complaints, classified severe, failures cluster 13,600–70,000 mi; Reliability score 7.4/10 — around the segment average; 1 recall campaign on file. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.

What's the most common problem on the 2017 Nissan Titan?

Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is engine, with 68 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 31,148 miles. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop.

What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?

The engine is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $3,100 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 31,148 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 2017 Nissan Titan?

Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 172 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $3,100, 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.

Related

Recall and complaint data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) public records database, last synced 4 days ago. Verify the raw federal record at nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2017/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.
Get a free warranty quote →
Sponsored — we earn a commission if you complete a quote. Disclosure.