2013 Nissan Titan: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2013 Nissan Titan: 3 recalls, 11 owner complaints and up to 15 mpg combined.
Recalls
3 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #13V094000 · 2013 · 2,180 vehicles
What's wrong: Chemicals used in the manufacturing of the shift lever assembly May result in the malfunction of the brake shift interlock allowing the transmission shift lever to be shifted out of park without depressing the brake pedal.
Why it matters: If the vehicle is unintentionally shifted out of park, it could roll away and lead to personal injury or a vehicle crash.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will remedy the vehicles, free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2013.
Brakes (hydraulic) Vehicle recall #13V451000 · 2013 · 3,247 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013 titan and armada vehicles manufactured February 22, 2013, through May 3, 2013. The affected vehicles have a brake master cylinder which May intermittently reduce the pressure supplied to the front brakes.
Why it matters: If the front brake pressure is reduced there would be less braking power, requiring a longer distance to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Nissan has notified owners, and dealers will replace the master cylinder, free of charge. The recall began on October 21, 2013.
Airbags Vehicle recall #20V188000 · 2020 · 216,678 vehicles
What's wrong: Nissan north america, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2012-2017 nv cargo and nv passenger van, 2013-2015 titan and armada and 2011-2012 Infiniti qx56 vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the air bag inflator May not function properly or May rupture during deployment.
Why it matters: An inflator rupture May result in metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
The fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver air bag inflators, free of charge. The recall began May 7, 2020.
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 0 mention a fire, 2 injuries and 1 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Airbags (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Wheels (2): the most common themes are tire tread / blowout (2).
- Equipment Adaptive/Mobility (2): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
- Transmission & drivetrain (2): the most common themes are stalls / loses power (2).
The 2013 Nissan Titan has 11 owner complaints, ranking #19 of 20 Titan model years for complaints (well below the 163 average). Complaints peaked in 2018 (4 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 3 years old, at a median of 39,326 miles. Neighboring years: 2012 (22 complaints, 2 recalls), 2014 (10 complaints, 2 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 18 | 15 | Regular |
| 5.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 13 | 18 | 15 | Gasoline or E85 |
| 5.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 12 | 17 | 14 | Regular |
| 5.6 L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel Drive | 12 | 17 | 14 | Gasoline or E85 |
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FAQ
Does the 2013 Nissan Titan have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 vehicle recalls for the 2013 Nissan Titan. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2013 Nissan Titan problems?
Owners have filed 11 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are airbags (2), wheels (2), equipment adaptive/mobility (2).
What gas mileage does the 2013 Nissan Titan get?
EPA ratings run up to 15 mpg combined (5.6 L, Automatic 5-spd), across 4 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2013 Nissan Titan repair manual?
eManualOnline sells downloadable manuals, Mitchell 1 DIY and ALLDATAdiy sell online access to factory repair data, and Haynes sells printed guides and online access. Pick a download if you want to keep it, or a subscription for wiring diagrams and TSBs.