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2008 Nissan Titan engine problems

28 complaints (21% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 83,000. 1 crash reported.

owner complaints
28
of this car's complaints
21%
typical mileage
83,000
crashes
1
recalls
0

Which part fails

  • Exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
    5
  • Exhaust system
    2
  • Cooling system
    2

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Nissan Titan engine problems in other years

20042010201520202024

Specific symptoms reported on the 2008 Nissan Titan engine

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Knocking 6

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 2008 Nissan Titan owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed May 12, 2025 · Engine · NE

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.

Filed Sep 16, 2022 · Engine · 95,000 miles · VA

The contact owns a 2008 Nissan Titan. The contact stated upon starting the vehicle, the vehicle emitted abnormal ticking sounds. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to an exhaust specialist where it was diagnosed that the weld joint between the tube and the common mounting plate of the manifold was cracked, allowing the exhaust gas to escape and expand underneath the hood of the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer and the manufacturer were not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 95,000.

Filed Apr 26, 2022 · Engine · MA

The exaust manifolds cracked and is letting fumes into the cabin. I bought the truck about 2 weeks ago from a private dealer. The cracked manifolds began to leak a few days ago and I truthfully believe it should be covered by Nissan

Filed Jan 5, 2022 · Engine, Steering · GA

I’ve done replaced the wheel hub assembly and break and rotors etc. My truck still acts like it’s trying to lock up . It’s jerking and takes a min to break

Filed Jun 25, 2020 · Engine · 1,500 miles · MS

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan titan. The contact stated that there was a ticking sound coming from the engine when the vehicle was started. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed him that the exhaust manifold needed to be replaced. The contact spoke to carlock nissan of tupelo (3969 n gloster st, tupelo, ms 38804) where he was informed that the vehicle was not subjected to a recall. The manufacturer had not been notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 1,500.

Filed Mar 30, 2020 · Engine · 2,500 miles · MS

Crack/leaking driver side manifold.

Filed Mar 26, 2020 · Engine, Transmission · 150,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan titan. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact stated that the failure was intermittent. The contact was informed by an independent mechanic that similar vehicles were subjected to a recall however, the campaign number was not provided. Palmetto57 nissan located at 16725 nw 57th ave, miami gardens, fl 33055, (305) 521-8297, was contacted and informed of the failure. The manufacturer was informed of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.

Filed Oct 2, 2018 · Airbags, Engine · 167,000 miles · GA

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan titan. While driving different speeds and upon starting the vehicle, a noise was detected from the front passenger side of the vehicle. The contact also mentioned that the air bag warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to grainger nissan (1550 chatham pkwy, savannah, ga 31408, (912) 480-6996) where it was diagnosed that the manifold needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 167,000.

Filed May 28, 2018 · Engine · 160,000 miles · CT

Manifold exhaust crack on both sides.

Filed Apr 27, 2018 · Engine · 77,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan titan. While the vehicle was stationary, the exhaust manifold fractured. Nissan of queens (93-25 rockaway blvd, ozone park, ny 11416) was notified and stated that there were no recalls on the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 77,000.

Questions about the 2008 Nissan Titan engine

Does the 2008 Nissan Titan have engine problems?

Owners have filed 28 complaints about the engine of the 2008 Nissan Titan, 21% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 2008 Nissan Titan engine problems start?

The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 83,000 miles.

Was there a recall on the 2008 Nissan Titan engine?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Nissan Titan have bad engine?

The Nissan Titan model years with the most engine complaints are 2004 (132 complaints), 2005 (120 complaints) and 2017 (102 complaints).

Other 2008 Nissan Titan problems

Transmission 29Fuel system 20Airbags 14Brakes 13Suspension 13Electrical 12Body 10Visibility 7Tires 5Lights 3Wheels 3Acceleration 2Driver assistance 1Locks 1Seats 1Steering 1

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