DecodedCars2022 Nissan Titan
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2022 models.
- Class
- Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
- Body styles
- Crew Cab Pro-4x, Crew Cab S / Sv, Crew Cab Sl / Platinum Reserve, Single Cab S / Sv
- Engines
- 5.6L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, Part-time 4-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 16 city / 21 hwy
- Length
- 226–240.2 in
- Curb weight
- 5,668–6,537 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 4 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
- Few owner complaints14 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 92 for similar models.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 7 similar 2022 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2022 Nissan Titan is a standard pickup truck offered with a 5.6L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and part-time 4-wheel drive.
It measures about 226 inches long and 81 inches wide on a 140-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,816 lb (Crew Cab Pro-4x).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (16 city / 21 highway), 11% worse than the 2022 standard pickup truck average of 20.3 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 4 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 14 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the power train.
What changed for 2022
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2021 Titan — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2021; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2021 Titan →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crew Cab Pro-4x | 226.4 in | 80.7 in | 77.2 in | 139.8 in | 70.5 / 70.5 in | 5,816 lb | 58/42 |
| Crew Cab S / Sv | 226 in | 79.5 in | 76 in | 139.8 in | 70.5 / 70.5 in | 5,688 lb | 58/42 |
| Crew Cab Sl / Platinum Reserve | 226.4 in | 80.7 in | 77.2 in | 139.8 in | 70.5 / 70.5 in | 5,935 lb | 58/42 |
| Single Cab S / Sv | 226 in | 79.5 in | 75.2 in | 139.8 in | 70.5 / 70.5 in | 5,668 lb | |
| Xd Crew Cab Pro-4x | 240.2 in | 80.7 in | 78.3 in | 151.6 in | 70.1 / 70.1 in | 6,537 lb | 57/43 |
| Xd Crew Cab S / Sv 4x2 | 240.2 in | 79.5 in | 78 in | 151.6 in | 70.1 / 70.1 in | 6,005 lb | 57/43 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Titan 2WD | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic (S9) | Rear-Wheel Drive | 16 / 21 / 18 | -11% | $4,550 | 503 |
| Titan 4WD | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic (S9) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 21 / 18 | +1% | $4,550 | 505 |
| Titan 4WD PRO4X | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic (S9) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 15 / 20 / 17 | -4% | $4,850 | 517 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2022 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2022 Nissan Titan.
Similar 2022 standard pickup trucks
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Nissan Titan (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2022 Chevrolet Colorado | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2022 GMC Canyon | 23 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
| 2022 Nissan Frontier | 20 MPG | ★★★★★ | 6 |
| 2022 Ford F-150 Lightning | 320 mi | Not rated | 9 |
| 2022 Jeep Gladiator | 24 MPG | Not rated | 8 |
| 2022 Ram 1500 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 16 |
Recalls (4)
Back Over Prevention › Display Function · Oct 13, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V772000 · 27,388 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Titan, Titan XD, Frontier, and 2021-2022 Rogue vehicles. The in-vehicle infotainment (IVI) system may continuously reboot when the vehicle is restarted, which can result in an inoperative rearview display. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The IVI software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R22B8, R22C1, and PC923/25.
Power Train › Automatic Transmission · Sep 7, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V671000 · 197,230 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
- 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: Â Model Year 2020-2022 Frontier vehicles: reprogram Transmission Control Module (TCM) Â Model Year 2020-2022 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM and Engine Control Module (ECM) Â Model Year 2023 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM Â 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.
Equipment › Electrical › Infotainment › Software · Jul 21, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V527000 · 10,477 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rogue, 2022 Frontier, Pathfinder, and Titan rental vehicles. When the Sirius XM subscription is set to "Not Subscribed," it may cause the infotainment head unit to reboot, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- The Infotainment system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22A5 PC901 PC902.
Power Train › Automatic Transmission · Jun 24, 2022
NHTSA campaign 22V457000 · 180,176 vehicles
- Problem
- 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.
- Risk
- A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
- 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 this recall is R22A2 R22A3.
Not every 2022 Nissan Titan is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2022 Nissan Titan buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 4 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Power Train — 7 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Steering — 3 owner reports. Turn lock-to-lock while parked and on the road; listen for noises and feel for heavy or loose steering.
- Forward Collision Avoidance › Warnings — 2 owner reports. Make sure driver-assist systems and the backup camera work without error messages.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 6,850 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2022 Nissan Titan. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Titan years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Titan | 17 | 226.4 in | Not rated | 2 | 15 |
| 2023 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | Not rated | 2 | 18 |
| 2021 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | Not rated | 5 | 58 |
| 2020 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 23 |
| 2019 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 49 |
| 2018 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 90 |
| 2017 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 187 |
| 2015 Titan | 15 | 242.1 in | Not rated | 1 | 12 |
| 2014 Titan | 15 | 242.1 in | Not rated | 2 | 10 |
| 2013 Titan | 15 | 242.1 in | Not rated | 3 | 9 |
| 2012 Titan | 15 | 242.1 in | Not rated | 2 | 20 |
| 2011 Titan | 15 | 242.1 in | Not rated | 1 | 17 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →