2005 NISSAN TITAN — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data

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Safety Rating

1,103

Owner Complaints

15 Crashes 7 Fires

6

Recalls

ACTIVE RECALL

6

Service Bulletins

0

Investigations

Overview of the 2005 NISSAN TITAN

The 2005 NISSAN TITAN has received a total of 1,103 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 6 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING, SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM, FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM. 6 technical service bulletins have been issued by Nissan North America, Inc. for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Power Train (193 complaints), Power Traindriveline (134 complaints), and Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit (82 complaints).

Recalls for the 2005 NISSAN TITAN

NHTSA has recorded 6 recalls for the 2005 NISSAN TITAN, potentially affecting up to 1,370,017 vehicles.

Recall 10V517000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

| 747,480 vehicles affected

Defect: NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 ARMADA, TITAN, INFINITI QX56 AND MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 FRONTIER, PATHFINDER AND XTERRA VEHICLES. THE INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE (IPDM) ASSEMBLY CONTAINS AN ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) RELAY THAT HAS A DIODE FOR ELECTRICAL CURRENT NOISE REDUCTION. THE ECM RELAY MAY ALLOW SILICON VAPOR TO FORM AND, OVER TIME, THE SILICON EVAPORATES FROM THE...

Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE ENGINE STALLING INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ECM RELAY INSIDE THE IPDM ASSEMBLY. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 6, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

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Recall 10E019000 — SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

| 1,873 vehicles affected

Defect: 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...

Consequence: IF THE COLLAR WELD SEPARATES, THE VEHICLE HANDLING WILL DETERIORATE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY AFFECTED LOWER LINK FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 12, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

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Recall 10V074000 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM

| 340,000 vehicles affected

Defect: 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.

Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO RUN OUT OF GAS AND STALL ON THE HIGHWAY, WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH.

Remedy: 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.

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Recall 08V284000 — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

| 180,664 vehicles affected

Defect: NISSAN IS RECALLING 180,664 MY 2005-2006 TITAN, ARMADA AND INFINITY QX56 VEHICLES MANUFACTURED AFTER MARCH 17, 2005, THAT ARE EQUIPPED WITH A VISTEON AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER FAN MOTOR. THE FAN MOTOR MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SEALED ALLOWING EXCESSIVE WATER INTRUSION AND INADEQUATE DRAINAGE OF MOISTURE.

Consequence: THIS COULD CAUSE CORROSION IN THE MOTOR LEADING POSSIBLY TO OVERHEATING AND A FIRE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A 'THERMAL PROTECTOR KIT' AND TEST THE AIR CONDITIONING CONDENSER FAN MOTOR AND REPLACE IT IF NECESSARY. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 2, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

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Recall 07E046000 — EQUIPMENT

| 3,500 vehicles affected

Defect: CERTAIN HOPKINS AFTERMARKET TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL CONNECTION HARNESSES SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN MODELS OF NISSAN VEHICLES WHICH ARE LISTED ABOVE. THE INTERNAL PART NUMBERS WITHIN HOPKINS ARE: 1010476025, 1040376025, 1110476025, 1170376025, 1290376025, 1010476035, 1040376035, 1110476035, 1170376035, AND 1290376035. A WIRE MAY HAVE BEEN PLACED IN AN INCORRECT POSITION IN THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR HOUSING. THIS RESULTS IN AN INCORRECT ROUTING...

Consequence: THIS HARNESS WOULD RESULT IN POWER FROM THE TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER GOING TO THE TOWING VEHICLE DASH LIGHT CIRCUIT RATHER THAN THE TRAILER BRAKES. THIS RESULT WOULD BE THE LACK OF TRAILER BRAKING WHEN THE TOWING VEHICLE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. IT WOULD ALSO RESULT IN THE TOWING VEHICLES DASH LIGHTS BEING ACTIVATED WHEN THE VEHICLE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE FAILURE OF THE APPLICATION OF THE TRAILER BRAKE COULD RESULT IN REDUCED ABILITY TO STOP AND CONTRIBUTE TO A POSSIBLE CRASH.

Remedy: HOPKINS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE ORIGINAL HARNESS WITH A REVISED HARNESS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN AUGUST 17, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT HOPKINS AT 800-835-0129.

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Recall 06V459000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

| 96,500 vehicles affected

Defect: ON CERTAIN KING CAB TRUCKS, THE WIRES IN THE HARNESS WERE ROUTED THROUGH THE REAR DOORS AND INTO THE BODY. THESE WIRES MAY BREAK DUE TO OVER BENDING OF THE HARNESS AS THE DOOR IS OPENED AND CLOSED. THE HARNESS CONTAINS WIRES FOR THE DRIVER SEAT BELT PRETENSIONER AND FOR THE FRONT PASSENGER SEAT BELT WHICH IS PART OF THE...

Consequence: IF THE WIRES FOR THE SEAT BELTS AND SPEAKER WIRES BREAK AND MAKE CONTACT, THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE PRETENSIONER MAY DEPLOY. IF THIS HAPPENS WHEN THE SEAT BELT IS RETRACTED, IT WILL NOT BE POSSIBLE TO USE THE SEAT BELT. IF ONE OF THE WIRES ON THE RIGHT SIDE HARNESS FOR THE SEAT BELT TENSION SENSOR BREAKS, THE PASSENGER SIDE FRONT AIR BAG WILL NOT DEPLOY AS DESIGNED IN A FRONTAL COLLISION INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH AND PERSONAL INJURY.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WIRE HARNESS COVER WITH A DIFFERENT TYPE THAT PREVENTS OVER BENDING OF THE HARNESS AND THE HARNESS WILL BE REROUTED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 19, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

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Owner Complaints for the 2005 NISSAN TITAN

1,103 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2005 NISSAN TITAN. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.

Power Train
Complaints: 193 2 Crashes 1 Fire 1 Injury
Power Traindriveline
Complaints: 134
Power Traindrivelinedifferential Unit
Complaints: 82
Fuelpropulsion System
Complaints: 68 1 Crash 1 Injury
Engine
Complaints: 61 1 Fire 2 Injuries
Electrical System
Complaints: 50 2 Fires
Power Trainaxle Assemblyaxle Shaftseal
Complaints: 38
Suspension
Complaints: 32
Service Brakes Hydraulic
Complaints: 31
Engine And Engine Cooling
Complaints: 27
Suspensionrear
Complaints: 23 1 Injury
Power Trainaxle Assembly
Complaints: 21
Unknown Or Other
Complaints: 21
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System
Complaints: 20
Fuel System Gasoline
Complaints: 20
Power Trainautomatic Transmission
Complaints: 18
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscrotor
Complaints: 18 3 Crashes 1 Injury
Service Brakes
Complaints: 16 1 Crash
Air Bags
Complaints: 15 1 Crash 1 Injury
Fuel System Otherstoragefuel Gauge System
Complaints: 14
Latcheslockslinkages
Complaints: 13
Steering
Complaints: 12 2 Crashes 1 Injury
Fuel System Other
Complaints: 11
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systemmanifoldheadermufflertail Pipe
Complaints: 10
Latcheslockslinkagesdoorslatch
Complaints: 9
Seat Belts
Complaints: 8
Service Brakes Hydraulicantilocktraction Controlelectronic Limited Slip
Complaints: 8 2 Crashes 1 Injury
Tires
Complaints: 8
Structure
Complaints: 7
Structurebodydoor
Complaints: 7
Equipment
Complaints: 6 1 Fire
Suspensionfront
Complaints: 6
Wheels
Complaints: 6
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Components
Complaints: 5
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdiscpads
Complaints: 5
Vehicle Speed Control
Complaints: 5 1 Crash
Parking Brake
Complaints: 4
Electronic Stability Control Esc
Complaints: 3 1 Crash 1 Injury
Service Brakes Airdiscrotor
Complaints: 3
Structurebody
Complaints: 3
Visibilitypower Window Devices And Controls
Complaints: 3
Air Bagsfrontalsensorcontrol Module
Complaints: 2
Electrical Systemwiring
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Engine And Engine Coolingengine
Complaints: 2 1 Fire
Equipment Adaptivemobility
Complaints: 2
Service Brakes Airdisc
Complaints: 2
Suspensionrearaxlenon Powered Axle Assembly
Complaints: 2
Suspensionrearaxlespindle
Complaints: 2
Air Bagsfrontal
Complaints: 1 1 Crash 1 Injury
Electrical Systemignitionswitch
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systeminstrument Panelfuel Gauge
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systeminstrument Panelfuel Gaugefuel Level Floatsensorsending Unit
Complaints: 1
Electrical Systeminstrument Panelspeedometerodometer
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingcooling System
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingenginegasoline
Complaints: 1
Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control
Complaints: 1
Equipmentapplianceair Conditioner
Complaints: 1
Equipmentelectricalradiotape Deckcd Etc
Complaints: 1
Equipmentotherlabels
Complaints: 1
Equipmentrecreational Vehicletrailer
Complaints: 1
Exterior Lighting
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryfuel Pump
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinedeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings
Complaints: 1
Fuel System Gasolinestoragetank Assemblyfiller Pipe And Cap
Complaints: 1
Interior Lighting
Complaints: 1
Latcheslockslinkagestailgatelatch
Complaints: 1
Power Trainaxle Assemblybanjo Housing
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelinecenter Support Bearing
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelineconstant Velocity Joint
Complaints: 1
Power Traindrivelinedriveshaft
Complaints: 1
Power Trainmanual Transmission
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsfrontretractor
Complaints: 1
Seat Beltsrearother
Complaints: 1
Seats
Complaints: 1
Seatsfront Assemblypower Adjust
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Air
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Airdisccaliper
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisc
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicfoundation Componentsdisccaliper
Complaints: 1
Service Brakes Hydraulicpedals And Linkages
Complaints: 1
Steeringcolumn
Complaints: 1
Steeringhydraulic Power Assisthose Piping And Connections
Complaints: 1
Steeringrack And Pinion
Complaints: 1
Structurebodydoorhinge And Attachments
Complaints: 1
Structureframe And Membersunderbody Shields
Complaints: 1
Suspensionmultiple Axle
Complaints: 1
Tirespressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
Complaints: 1
Tiressidewall
Complaints: 1
Tirestreadbelt
Complaints: 1
Visibility
Complaints: 1
Visibilitydefrosterdefoggerhvac System
Complaints: 1
Visibilitysunmoon Roof Assembly
Complaints: 1
Visibilitywiper
Complaints: 1

Most Recent Complaints

#11691903 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | | N/A miles
Truck shuts off randomly. I think it related to ECU relay that was a recall. Campaign number. Pc068
#11598405 | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | | 52,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Titan. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the contact attempted to open the rear doors and the air bags warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure had been recurring, and the vehicle was taken to a local dealer several years ago however, no failure was found. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 06V459000 (Electrical System); however, the vehicle was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 52,000.
#11580938 | STEERING:COLUMN | | 177,000 miles
The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Titan. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and making a right turn, there was a pop in the steering column. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer where it was not able to be diagnosed. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 177,000.
#11564180 | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | | N/A miles
Hello my truck exhaust manifold had a crack and was leaking exhaust fumes, the good thing there was a recall and Nissan dealership replaced it but now the other manifold is leaking carbon monoxide into my cabin making it on save to drive. I call the dealership but the recall is over and my truck dose not have warranty.
#11520178 | AIR BAGS | | N/A miles
Clock spring in steering column is faulty. Air bags do not work. This is very common among Nissan titan owners.

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Safety Rating for the 2005 NISSAN TITAN

NHTSA has not yet tested the 2005 NISSAN TITAN in its New Car Assessment Program.

Technical Service Bulletins for the 2005 NISSAN TITAN

Nissan North America, Inc. has issued 6 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2005 NISSAN TITAN. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.

NTB17-110 — SUSPENSION

2004 - 2015 TITAN; VIBRATION AT 40 ? 50 MPH IF YOU CONFIRM A low frequency vibration at 40 ? 50 MPH AND The vehicle is equipped with the correct tires as shown on the TIRE AND LOADING INFORMATION LABEL on the driver side body side outer panel (B-pillar), (see...

NTB17-026 — SUSPENSION:FRONT

BALL JOINT AXIAL END PLAY PROCEDURE SERVICE INFORMATION When working on the front suspension, use the updated service information in this bulletin along with the Electronic Service Manual (ESM). The updated information in this bulletin is a correction and a supplement to the ESM.

NTB-10-061 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS

NISSAN: XENON HEAD LAMP SERVICE. A XENON HEADLAMP IS NOT FUNCTIONING BECAUSE OF AN ISSUE INSIDE THE HEADLAMP ASSEMBLY (AN INTERNAL ISSUE). IN MOST CASES, REPLACEMENT OF A BULB OR HID CONTROL UNIT WILL SOLVE THE INCIDENT. THIS INCLUDES ALL MODELS WITH XENON HEAD LAMPS. NO MODELS LISTED. *PE

NTB-09-025 — SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY

NISSAN: THE FRONT SEAT BELT BUCKLE NEEDS TO BE REPLACED FOR ANY REASON. *PE

06040 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT

ABS AND/OR BRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON WITH DTC C1179. *TT

05096 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN

RATTLE FROM CONDENSER FAN MOUNT. *TT

NHTSA Investigations for the 2005 NISSAN TITAN

There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.

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