Nissan Titan headlights problems

Filed Oct 25, 2026 · Electrical, Engine · GA

1st experience of electrical problems with this vehicle system failing was approximately 9 month into my ownership. It would not start the Tech who was sent to assist went through a lot to get the vehicle started, in less than one year multiple issues the 1st batter was finally replaced . As of 2026 May ? 4th new battery replaced in this vehicle, I have still had to be towed or assisted multiple times since then Problems include but are not limited to warning lights displaying while driving indicating crashes and other things, radio / Infotainment Touch screen going black while driving and then coming back on like when the vehicle starts. Cruise control driving system malfunctions, not engaging Vehicle not recognizing key fobs despite me & dealership replacing batteries I have been stranded multiple times traveling with and without my family as vehicle would not start and waiting on help in multiple states. I personally bought AAA & Good Sam’s over the years to supplement the need for assistance in traveling because it happen so randomly and caused great distress to me having disabilities . I have had issues with the gas mile dropping and even have email messages from manufacture that something was wrong with that vehicle system I have had issues with high beam lights not functioning properly leaving me to manually drive & hold on while driving at times because they would not function properly I have taken the vehicle to the dealership so much being told " NOT TO COME BACK UNLESS LIGHTS WERE BEING DISPLAYED " and then when I did and recorded some incidents they would say they could not duplicate ,’ I needed to drive more’ , ‘I just needed to get a new vehicle’ , ‘It was out of warranty or I would have to pay for them to even inspect it’ , only to have to replace another battery or replace some wire sometime thereafter at my expense on occasion Nissan did final inspection 3 December 2025 offered me 12,500 dollars but said they found nothing wrong

Filed Jun 8, 2025 · Body, Electrical · LA · crash

the federal safety agency I own a 2021 Nissan Titan. I am deeply concerned that I have defective Air Bags. I have had 2 collisions in my vehicle at high rates of speed and none deployed either time. I now fear that this vehicle will not protect me in the unfortunate case of another collision. I do understand they will not deploy under every condition, but I do expect additional protection outside of a seatbelt in a collision at a high rate of speed. In the first Collision, I was going 45 MPH. I had injuries to my neck and back. I had extensive work done to the suspension, drivers door, headlight, fender, bumper, grill, and the hood. In my second collision, a deer ran into my truck while I was traveling at 70 MPH. The head of the deer damaged the headlight and wiring harness, the bumper, grill, and hood and its body heavily damaged my passenger front door and fender. My passenger rear door also had some damage. No injuries occurred but the impacts should have caused a deployment. I am aware that there was a Recall on 2021 & 2024 Titans about the air bags having a delayed or failed deployment however I received no letter from this, neither is this in any of my printed service records. I would like Nissan to inspect my air bag system to see if there’s a defect that is causing them not to deploy or to make sure that my Titan was not missed in the group of trucks that had this defect, that way the recall can be extended to more 2021 Titans. I am in fear to drive this truck due to the fact that it may not protect me in the case of another accident. I am ready to purchase another Titan and have been loyal to the Nissan brand after owning 4 Altimas, 1 Armada, and soon to be 2 Titans.

Filed Dec 23, 2022 · Lights · 24,000 miles · OR

The contact owns a 2020 Nissan Titan. The contact stated while driving 45 MPH on a dark roadway, the automatic high-beam headlights failed to activate as needed. The contact was able to manually activate the high-beam headlights. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 24,000.

Filed Jan 26, 2022 · Electrical, Engine · 14,000 miles · MN

The contact owns a 2017 Nissan Titan. The contact stated that upon the start of his vehicle, an abnormal, knocking sound was coming from the engine with several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact had the vehicle towed to the dealer where a defect was found in cylinder #5. The engine was replaced due to a defect. The contact also mentioned various electrical failures had occurred with the vehicle including the headlights and taillights ceasing to operate as needed while driving. The contact took the vehicle back to the dealer where they discovered that a plug had disconnected from the wiring harness. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 14,000.

Filed Oct 5, 2015 · Lights · FL

Headlamp unit failure on this vehicle. Water intrusion into the unit causing moisture buildup with resulting cloudiness, calcium like etching, and spider web-like cracking of the plastic lens. Poor uv sun blocking ability of the plastic lens to retard yellowing & clouding. These defects in the headlamp unit construction present a safety hazard issue at night as it reduces the effectiveness and ability to project light beam at levels necessary for clear visual field. This vehicle has incurred complete headlamp unit assembly replacements to both driver & passenger sides twice since vehicle placed into new service in 2009. It appears the cheap plastic lens covers used in manufacturing is the culprit. Use of glass for lens would eleminate these problems as glass does not deteriorate with sun or moisture.

Filed Feb 28, 2014 · Lights · 8,000 miles · CA

My 2006 nissan titan has had moisture inside of my drivers headlight since it was new. There are no issues with the light on the passenger side of the vehicle. I reported the incident to nissan consumer affairs on 02/20/2014 and asked for a review of the defect and repair. I documented the defect at hanlees nissan per nissan request and forwarded the information to them. I am told since the vehicle is beyond the warranty period that they would not be able to assist me. I contend that this defect is a safety issue and creates a hazard for lamp failure and distorts light emission from the headlight when in use. I did some research on line and found that other customers have had similar problems with the headlights having issues with water trapped inside the light. I am very disappointed in the response from nissan and believe that this is not an isolated occurrence and should be investigated and that nissan should be held accountable for the defect and have an obligation to remedy the issue or issue a refund for my titan that I purchased new.

Filed Apr 20, 2012 · Electrical, Lights · 138,000 miles · LA

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan titan. The contact stated that the vehicle stalled without warning while driving 45 MPH. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnostic test. The dealer stated that the failure was due to the electronic control unit. The dealer replaced the electronic control unit. The headlights then failed to illuminate. The contact also stated that the rear axle failed while driving 60 MPH and the rear axle was replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and they denied assistance with repairs. The headlight failure was not repaired. The failure mileage was 138,000 and the current mileage 148,000. Sm.

Filed Aug 26, 2010 · Brakes · NJ

Hi, I'm writing to you because since day one in 2007 when I bought my 2007 nissan titan I have nothing but problems with it , first my front end of my truck kept on shaking every time the brakes where applied and I had told pine belt nissan the place I got the truck , that I been having these problems but yet these people still don't wanna bother with me at all , this truck is way to safe to even bother driving it anymore and I refused to pay all this money for a truck that I have got with less then 7,000 miles on it. I had bought all the extended warranties for this truck and it didn't do me any good because every time I have a problem or question about something they are always looking to charge me for something I feel should be covered by my warranty. Next problem was my headlights kept blowing out and yet they still couldn't do anything for me besides make me pay for new light bulbs over 3 times , I also had to buy wire hardness for my headlights because they said the lights got to hot and melted the wires? I don't even understand how any of this is my fault. Next problem is I have told them that my front wheels seem to be shaking when ever im making a turn, next I noticed that my tires are starting to ware on evenly and these tires are pretty much new ??? Now I get two recalls in the mail, one for my fuel gauge and the other for the lower control links ?? What's next ed . This truck is really a nightmare, I bought this truck because I thought it was newer and safe to go anywhere, wrong I don't even wanna drive this thing around the block not alone being forced to use this truck to get to and from work because this is my only car and I am not made out of money that's the reason why I bought a newer truck just so I didn't have any problems like these. I guess I was wrong. Thanks a lot for your time and any help you could give me , I just don't know where or who else to go to . I just want my truck in 100% working condition like I was promised.

Filed Aug 12, 2010 · Lights · 5,000 miles · TN

On the 2008 nissan titan there is a design flaw that may cause injury or death. The headlamps and turn signal are on the same switch. When signaling a turn the headlight position changes. When operating the vehicle at night this is especially dangerous as you will lose all exterior and interior lights. It is confusing to the operator of the vehicle as the operator must react rapidly to locate the switch and regain some idea of the location of the vehicle. In addition operators of oncoming vehicles may be confused by the headlights flashing on/off. The defect has other accident possibilities as the switch may have gone to the off position during daylight hours and the automatic switch would not operate as expected leaving a person traveling past the twilight hours with out road lights.

Filed Oct 14, 2008 · Lights · 60,112 miles · GA

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan titan. After it rained very hard, both headlights filled up with water. The contact called the dealer and they stated that there was no warranty or recall for the failure; therefore, the repair would cost $900. The failure mileage was 60,112. Updated 10-29-08 *bf updated 10/30/08.