HEADLAMP, FOG LAMP, OR REAR COMBINATION LAMP FOGGING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗2017 Nissan Titan lighting problems
moderate Owners of the 2017 Nissan Titan have filed 3 NHTSA complaints about the lighting at roughly $250 to repair (U.S. federal records, as of August 2026). Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. See lighting across all vehicles →
Complaints
3
Recalls
0
Avg fix
$250
Is there a fix? Manufacturer service bulletins
The manufacturer has issued service bulletins covering lighting on this vehicle — documented repair instructions, service campaigns, or warranty extensions sent to dealers. A TSB isn't a recall (it's not a free safety remedy), but it's the manufacturer acknowledging the issue and how to fix it.
WATER INTRUSION INTO REAR COMBINATION LAMP CAN CAUSE MULTIPLE DTCS AND NO-START CONDITION SERVICE INFORMATION Water intrusion into one or both of the rear combination lamp assemblies can cause multiple DTCs, and possibly cause the vehicleâs engine to not start. Water intrusion into one or both rear combination lamp assemblies has been found to migrate through the harness, and can cause harness connector terminals in C1/E41 to corrode (Figure 1 on page 2). ï· Repair any damaged rear combination lamp assemblies immediately to avoid potential harness damage. Notice Harness connector terminals in C1/E41 found to be damaged through water intrusion due to a damaged rear combination lamp assembl
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗HEADLIGHT SYSTEM ERROR DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION SERVICE INFORMATION - When diagnosing a Headlight System Error warning, and - Both headlamps are visually working correctly, - It may be difficult to determine the exact cause. - Use the information in this bulletin as an aid, along with the Electronic Service Manual (ESM), to isolate the root cause and fix it right the first time.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗HEADLIGHT SYSTEM ERROR DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION SERVICE INFORMATION - When diagnosing a Headlight System Error warning, and - Both headlamps are visually working correctly, - It may be difficult to determine the exact cause. - Use the information in this bulletin as an aid, along with the Electronic Service Manual (ESM), to isolate the root cause and fix it right the first time.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗FOG LAMP AND/OR HEADLAMP FOGGING This bulletin has been amended to add Fog Lamps and modify one step in the flow chart on page 3. No other changes have been made. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
full bulletin at NHTSA ↗Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications. Bring the bulletin number to your dealer or shop.
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Common questions
How serious is the lighting problem on the 2017 Nissan Titan?
It's a documented issue but not catastrophic. 3 complaints have been filed. Repairs average $250 and most owners catch it before it causes a breakdown.
At what mileage does the lighting typically fail?
Based on the 3 complaints filed, lighting issues most often appear around 2,500 miles. Some report problems earlier; some make it well past 150,000 with no symptoms. Maintenance habits matter — vehicles that received timely fluid services and were not regularly overworked tend to last longer.
What does it cost to fix?
Independent shops typically charge around $250 for lighting repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Are there any recalls related to lighting?
No active recalls currently cover lighting issues on this vehicle. The complaints filed represent owner-reported failures that haven't risen to the level of a manufacturer-issued recall — but they're still worth knowing about before you buy or budget for repairs.
Related
Complaint and recall data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
public records database. Verify the raw federal record at
nhtsa.gov/vehicle/2017/Nissan/Titan.
Severity ratings are derived from reported crashes, fires, injuries, and fatalities. Repair cost estimates are
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