Model year guide

2020 Nissan Titan

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2020 Nissan Titan is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 5 on record.

2020 Nissan Titan — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2020 Nissan Titan at a glance

Safety recalls5
Owner complaints20
Combined18 mpg
Typical price$49,568

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2020 Nissan Titan recalls 5

Tires NHTSA Campaign #21V169000 · 11/03/2021

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.

Fix: 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.

Electrical System:wiring:front Underhood NHTSA Campaign #20V759000 · 08/12/2020

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020 Titan and Titan XD pickup trucks. The engine wiring harness could contain an exposed wire that can cause an electrical short or arcing if it contacts another wire.

Fix: Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine harness, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261

Exterior Lighting:turn Signal:bulbs NHTSA Campaign #21V471000 · 23/06/2021

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.

Fix: 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 Transmission NHTSA Campaign #22V457000 · 24/06/2022

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.

Fix: 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 thi…

Power Train:automatic Transmission NHTSA Campaign #22V671000 · 07/09/2022

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.

Fix: 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…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A recall applies to a model year, but only a VIN check shows whether a specific car has had the repair done.

2020 Nissan Titan common problems

The most-reported problem areas from 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Forward Collision Avoidance
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.
Vehicle Speed Control
Test cruise control and throttle response, and watch for any hesitation or unintended acceleration.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

2020 Nissan Titan MPG & running costs

Combined18 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway21 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,283

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov, averaged across trims.

What's a 2020 Nissan Titan worth?

Low
$38,463
Typical price
$49,568
High
$57,884

From 5 comparable 2020 Nissan Titan listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2020 Nissan Titan costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$21,415
Depreciation (5 yrs)$26,650
Total$48,065
Per mile$0.64

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. Depreciation compares today's typical asking price for this model year ($49,568) with the same model 5 model-years older ($22,916), from CarLogs listing data. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2020 Nissan Titan trims & engines on record

Trims
SV · PRO-4X · SL
Engines
5.6L

2020 Nissan Titan vehicles on record

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2020 Nissan Titan — frequently asked questions

Does the 2020 Nissan Titan have any safety recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 5 safety recalls for the 2020 Nissan Titan. Recall repairs are free at any franchised dealer. Whether a specific car still has one open depends on its VIN.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 Nissan Titan?

Based on 20 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are power train, electrical system, fuel/propulsion system.

What gas mileage does the 2020 Nissan Titan get?

The U.S. EPA rates the 2020 Nissan Titan at about 18 mpg combined (15 city / 21 highway).

How much is a 2020 Nissan Titan worth?

Comparable 2020 Nissan Titan listings run roughly $38,463–$57,884, typically around $49,568 (from 5 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.