2008 NISSAN TITAN Complaints and Recall Information
The 2008 NISSAN TITAN has 1 complaint and 14 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report cracked exhaust manifolds that cause ticking noises when cold. Exhaust fumes enter the cabin regardless of climate control settings, leading to symptoms such as lightheadedness while the vehicle is stationary or in motion.
Common Issues
- Cracked exhaust manifolds. Both driver and passenger side manifolds crack, producing ticking sounds when the engine is cold. Exhaust fumes leak into the cabin and can cause lightheadedness, posing a safety concern.
There are 14 recalls affecting various systems including brakes, fuel gauge, suspension, and airbags. These recalls address mechanical defects that increase the risk of crashes or injury. Dealers provide free repairs or part replacements under the campaigns.
Recalls
- Brake pedal assembly. (NHTSA Recall 10V072000) Approximately 179,383 vehicles are affected by a defect where the brake pedal pivot pin was not properly formed. This causes pedal looseness and reduced braking force, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the pedal assembly free of charge.
- Fuel gauge system. (NHTSA Recall 10V074000) Around 340,000 vehicles may show an inaccurate fuel gauge reading, often indicating fuel remaining when the tank is empty. This can cause stalling on highways and increase crash risk. Dealers will replace the fuel sender unit at no cost.
- Lower control arm welding. (NHTSA Recall 10E019000) Affected lower control link assemblies used as replacement parts on certain models may contain welds that don’t meet strength standards. Failure can lead to deteriorated vehicle handling and crash risk. Nissan will notify owners and replace affected parts for free.
- Driver airbag cover emblem. (NHTSA Recall 23V067000) The resin emblem on the driver’s airbag cover may crack and detach during deployment, becoming a projectile and increasing injury risk. Dealers will replace the airbag cover; this recall affects over 404,000 vehicles.
Owners facing ongoing repairs, unresolved recall issues, or safety defects in the 2008 NISSAN TITAN may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Professionals familiar with these laws can help determine eligibility based on repair history and unresolved safety concerns.
2008 NISSAN TITAN Summary
2008
Model Year
1
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
925946
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2008 NISSAN TITAN
404690 vehicles affected
AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
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.
2008 NISSAN TITAN
179383 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
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.
2008 NISSAN TITAN
1873 vehicles affected
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT AND REAR LOWER LINKS, P/NOS. 54501ZQ00A, 54500ZQ00A, 551A1ZQ00A, 551A0ZQ00A , 54501EA00A, 54500EA00A, 551A1EA500, 551A0EA500, 54501ZR00A, AND 54500ZR00A, SOLD BETWEEN NOVEMBER 25, 2009 AND MAY 14, 2010 AS REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR MODEL YEAR 2004 THROUGH 2010 TITAN, ARMADA, AND QX56, AND MODEL YEARS 2005 THROUGH 2010 FRONTIER, XTERRA, AND PATHFINDER VEHICLES. THE LOWER CONTROL LINK ASSEMBLY HAS TWO CYLINDRICAL COLLARS FORMING THE INBOARD ATTACHMENT POINTS TO THE CHASSIS. DUE TO AN IMPROPER WELDING PROCESS SOME COLLARS MAY CONTAIN WELDS THAT DO NOT MEET STRENGTH SPECIFICATIONS.
Risk: IF THE COLLAR WELD SEPARATES, THE VEHICLE HANDLING WILL DETERIORATE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
2008 NISSAN TITAN
340000 vehicles affected
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
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.
Complaints
2008 NISSAN TITAN
ID: 2090858ENGINE
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.