2008 Nissan Titan recalls and problems

The 2008 Nissan Titan has 5 safety recalls and 133 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any Nissan dealer.

Recalls
5
Complaints
133
Crashes / fires
7 / 1
Injuries / deaths
8 / 0

Recalls may cover only some 2008 Nissan Titan vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.

2008 Nissan Titan recalls

Recall 23V-067: Air Bags

Reported Feb 10, 2023 · 404,690 vehicles affected · Nissan North America, Inc.

Problem: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2008-2011 Titan, Frontier, Xterra, Pathfinder, Armada, and 2008-2009 Quest vehicles. The resin emblem on the driver's air bag cover may develop cracks and detach during air bag deployment.

Risk: A detached emblem can become a projectile during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

Fix: Dealers will replace the driver’s airbag cover. Owner letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are PC944, PC945, and PC946.

Recall 10V-074: Fuel System, Other

Reported Mar 3, 2010 · 340,000 vehicles affected · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: Nissan is recalling certain model year 2005-2009 titan, armada, and infiniti qx56 vehicles. The instrument panel fuel gauge may inaccurately display that the vehicle still has some fuel, typically about one quarter tank, when the fuel tank is empty.

Risk: This could cause the vehicle to run out of gas and stall on the highway, which could cause a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the fuel sender unit inside the fuel tank with a new improved sender card. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on march 22, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Recall 10V-072: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Reported Mar 2, 2010 · 179,383 vehicles affected · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: Nissan is recalling certain model year 2008-2010 titan, armada, and infiniti qx56, and model year 2008-2009 nissan quest vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin end was not spin-formed to specification during the manufacturing process of the brake pedal assembly. The pivot pin could slide and cause the brake pedal to partially disengage from the brake pedal bracket.

Risk: The driver will experience unusual and noticeable looseness in the pedal and a reduction in braking force increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect to see if the pivot pin had been formed properly and will replace the brake pedal assembly if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on march 22, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Recall 08V-187: Seats

Reported Apr 24, 2008 · 1,126 vehicles affected · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: Nissan is recalling 1,126 my 2008 quest, titan and armada vehicles equipped with manual adjustment front seats. These vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seating systems." the seat track assembly may have been manufactured out of specification.

Risk: This may result in the manual seat pawl not fully engaging increasing the risk of personal injuries in the event of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will inspect the seat track assembly on the driver's and front passenger seats and replace the entire seat assembly free of charge. The recall began on may 27, 2008. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Recall 08V-045: Equipment

Reported Jan 25, 2008 · 5,523 vehicles affected · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.

Problem: Nissan is recalling 5,523 my 2008 titan, frontier and xterra vehicles for failing to comply to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 110, 'tire selection and rims for motor vehicles.' the tire placard lists an incorrect vehicle capacity weight.

Risk: This standard specifies requirements for tire selection to prevent overloading.

Fix: Nissan will mail a correct tire placard and installation instructions to owners of the affected vehicles. The recall began on february 25, 2008. Owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

2008 Nissan Titan problems reported by owners

Problem areaReports
Power Train29
Engine18
Air Bags14
Electrical System13
Suspension13
Engine and Engine Cooling12
Structure10
Fuel/Propulsion System8
Service Brakes7
Fuel System, Other6
Fuel System, Gasoline6
Unknown or Other6

Most reported parts

  • Structure › Body — 6
  • Power Train › Driveline — 5
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Exhaust System › Manifold/Header/Muffler/Tail Pipe — 5
  • Suspension › Front — 3
  • Fuel System, Other › Storage › Fuel Gauge System — 3
  • Tires › Pressure Monitoring and Regulating Systems — 2
  • Structure › Frame and Members — 2
  • Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 2

Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 61,000 miles (median of owner reports).

Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.

Recent 2008 Nissan Titan complaints

Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.

Air Bags · reported Oct 23, 2025
While driving down the road a pot hole was hit and the center cap of steering wheel split as if airbag should have deployed.
Engine · reported May 12, 2025
The exhaust manifolds on the driver and passenger side are cracked. Ticking sounds are made while car is cold and goes away after they have heated up enough, typically after 5 minutes. This results in letting in exhaust fumes inside the cabin, regardless of the air conditioner/heater is on, which leads to being lightheaded and nearly passing out and crashing. The fumes are stronger when stationary but happens no matter what, even after the ticking is gone and driving down the highway.
Visibility/Wiper · reported Nov 19, 2024
Passenger side window has came off track and fell into door panel. There is no way to open door to get to window to put back on track to raise window
Fuel/Propulsion System · reported May 30, 2024
There is an issue with the fuel gauge. Not reading correctly and running out of gas. Needle is at half tank and it has run out of fuel. I’ve had this happen to me multiple times. Gage reads more than I physically have. I’ve even ran out of fuel on the freeway.
Fuel/Propulsion System · reported Apr 24, 2023
I am writing in regards to a recall that has previously been serviced on my vehicle. I bought my 2008 Nissan Titan through a private party on 4/16/23. The truck had no issues until 4/20/23. The fuel gauge read that I had a quarter tank of gas. However I was driving to work that morning and all of a sudden the truck acted as if it would when one runs out of fuel. I was not able to use the breaks and the steering was near impossible. I was frightened as I had my baby in the truck with me and I easily could have caused an accident not being able to use my breaks especially. Once I got to the side…

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2008 Nissan Titan have any recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2008 Nissan Titan: 23V-067 (air bags), 10V-074 (fuel system, other), 10V-072 (service brakes, hydraulic), 08V-187 (seats), 08V-045 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 Nissan Titan?

Owners report power train problems most often (29 reports), followed by engine (18). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 61,000 miles.

Are Nissan recall repairs free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Nissan dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.