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2021 Nissan Titan

The 2021 Nissan Titan is a pickup truck, rated at 18 MPG combined by the EPA. NHTSA lists 5 recalls for this model year.

2021 Nissan Titan
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Combined MPG
18
NHTSA safety
Not rated
Starting price
$41,000
Recalls
5

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeNissan
ModelTitan
Model year2021
Vehicle classPickup Truck

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement5.6 L
Cylinders8
TransmissionAutomatic (S9)
DrivetrainRear-Wheel Drive
FuelPremium Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG16
Highway MPG21
Combined MPG18
CO₂ tailpipe503 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$4300

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Titan 2WD18 MPG combined
Titan 4WD18 MPG combined
Titan 4WD PRO-4X17 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City16 MPG
Highway21 MPG
Combined18 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Titan18 MPG
Class average22.6 MPG

About 20% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$722/mo
Amount financed
$36,900
Total interest
$6,419
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5-year fuel cost
$11,167

$2,233/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG18
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC

NHTSA has not published NCAP crash-test ratings for this model year yet.

Recalls (5)

  • TIRES21V169000 · 2021-03-11

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Altima and 2018-2021 Titan vehicles equipped with Continental tires. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production.

    Remedy: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 11, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC798.

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:BULBS21V471000 · 2021-06-23

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Titan, Titan XD, and Versa vehicles. The front right and/or left turn signal bulb can crack and fail to illuminate.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the bulbs as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 20, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PM986 and PC811.

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION22V457000 · 2022-06-24

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Frontier and Titan vehicles. The transmission parking pawl may not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.

    Remedy: Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will replace the transmission parking pawl pin, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22A2 R22A3.

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION22V671000 · 2022-09-07

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Titan, 2020-2022 Frontier, and 2023 Z vehicles. The transmission parking pawl may not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.

    Remedy: Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will perform the applicable repairs below, free of charge: • Model Year 2020-2022 Frontier vehicles: reprogram Transmission Control Module (TCM) • Model Year 2020-2022 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM and Engine Control Module (ECM) • Model Year 2023 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM • Model Year 2023 Z vehicles: reprogram TCM. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.

  • AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE24V580000 · 2024-08-05

    Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021 and 2024 Titan vehicles. The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) may be missing a spacer, which can allow the fastener to loosen and result in an unsecured ACU.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the ACU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 19, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PD120.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2021 Nissan Titan?

The 2021 Nissan Titan is EPA-rated at 18 MPG combined (16 city / 21 highway).

Is the 2021 Nissan Titan reliable?

NHTSA lists 5 recalls for the 2021 Nissan Titan. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2021 Nissan Titan?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2021 Nissan Titan costs roughly $2,233 per year to fuel, or about $11,167 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2021 Nissan Titan?

The 2021 Nissan Titan is classified as a pickup truck. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC