Nissan Titan hesitation problems

Filed Aug 21, 2025 · Transmission · AZ

The automatic transmission in my 2024 Nissan Titan PRO-4X intermittently malfunctions when slowing to a stop. As the vehicle decelerates to about 1–2 mph, there is a distinct “bump” or “lurch” as if the truck has been lightly rear-ended. The sensation occurs most often at traffic lights or rolling stops. •Component/system failed: Power Train – Automatic Transmission (9-speed). Vehicle is available for inspection upon request. •Safety risk: The unexpected jolt can cause distraction and abrupt braking. It raises concerns about long-term durability and could increase the risk of a rear-end collision in traffic. •Reproduced/confirmed: Yes. I reported this under warranty to a Nissan dealer. The dealer replaced a transmission bracket, but the issue persists. The downshift/lurch can still be reproduced. •Inspected by others: The dealer service department has inspected it. Manufacturer has not provided a lasting fix. •Warning lamps/messages: No warning lights or diagnostic messages appear before, during, or after the issue. •First appearance: Issue began when I purchased the vehicle (at approx 4700 miles) and continues intermittently (currently 19000 Miles). •Similar complaints: Other 2024 Nissan Titan owners have reported the same problem publicly, describing the downshift bump/lurch at low speed. Earlier Titan model years (2020–2023) had recalls and TSBs for TCM/ECM software updates (e.g., Campaigns R22B1, R22A9; TSBs NTB21-028A, NTB22-085) addressing low-speed hesitation and harsh downshifts. My request: I am requesting the federal safety agency investigate whether the 2024 Titan shares the same transmission calibration defect as prior years and determine if Nissan must provide updated software or other corrective measures to fix this unsafe low-speed downshift behavior. Thank you

Filed Jul 17, 2023 · Engine, Fuel system · NC

from day one, it has had a hesitation on acceleration from both still and moving normal highway speeds. rarely is acceleration steady, smooth and immediate. dealer has had for regular oil change and this problem has been reported every time . answer was that factory recall was performed and should be better. but NO. over a year now, several visits and nothing resolved. a couple times when i needed that immediate acceleration but with severe hesitation and a semi truck hitting his brakes and blowing horn i would call it a safety problem. im not sure what work was preformed, assuming most time transmission but after research on computer there have been nissans with engine components causing this. please help. where do i go from here?

Filed Feb 18, 2023 · Transmission · FL

My 2017 Nissan Titan automatic transmission started acting up. After a two hour highway drive it started to hesitate and then jump forward alternatively. Then vehicle would not shift up from first gear to the next for about a mile to then jump up with a vigorous forward sudden motion. This is dangerous when vehicles or pedestrian are in front of me because I risk to hit them .

Filed Oct 19, 2022 · Acceleration, Fuel system · NY

Please also reference NTB21-028, NTB21-073. The failed system appears to be the engine/transmission power control. My safety and passenger safety was at risk. A dealer did inspect in May of 2021 and was not able to duplicate and did not perform any corrective action. The problem is twofold. First the vehicle can fail to accelerate during a rolling stop (i.e. entrance into a traffic circle) and because there is no power can roll slowly into oncoming traffic. Second, the vehicle can shift erratically and is slow to shift into the next gear (high RPM before shifting) and can sometimes flair during shifting. I am now aware that Nissan is and has been aware of this issue however this issue is not currently identified as a recall. Bottom line, I think the hesitation/delayed acceleration is a safety issue and wanted to be sure the federal safety agency is informed. Thank you

Filed May 8, 2022 · Transmission · IL

Severe lag/hesitation on acceleration, hard shift lime being hit at around 10 mph and same issue when slowing down as it downshifts. Has happened intermittently for the last 2 months.

Filed Jan 13, 2021 · Fuel system · 65,000 miles · FL

Fuel lift pump premature failure. Losing prime and hesitation while pulling into traffic. Have had in dealership 3 times in the last 6 months for this issue. Diagnosis finally occurred after warranty period.

Filed Oct 24, 2020 · 60,000 miles · WA · 1 injury

My 2017 nissan titan xd started maing this strange odor in the cabin that occurs when I drive over 30 minutes on the highway. It is a sweet burning chemical smell. When I pull over, you can smell it outside the vehicle. I have 80,000 miles on it and it started at around 60000 miles. I took it in for service and they replaced the cabin filter. I still smell it though. Over the last year of driving, I notice I get very bad headaches and lately my lungs feel weak. I have been coughing for nearly a month and do not have a fever. I also feel dizzy when I drive. I stopped driving the vehicle now for reasons beyond just this. I called nissan and they claim it is unheard of. I tried to get a mechanic in a rush, but apparently they do not have anymore diesel mechanics. To make matters worse, I cant get to work now, nissan refuses to offer me a loaner car in the meantime while I wait for repair. Reading forums online, I see this is an issue with this same year and model .I am now stuck with a truck that is toxic to drive and am not being helped at all by the manufacturer. When I do call them and tell them my VIN#, they hesitate to respond to my claims and hang up. They finally took a claim after I told them I might contact an attorney. When I ask why the vehicle was discontinued last year, their response is that it was for financial reasons. I feel like this truck is a complete death trap and making me sick, they ignore the fact it is causing harm and I need assistance please.

Filed Mar 31, 2020 · Engine · 146,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 nissan titan. The contact stated that after several days without the vehicle being started, it hesitated to start. The contact stated that starting fluid was sprayed unto the air filter and the vehicle started after several attempts. The contact stated that with an outside temperature of 50 degrees or higher, the vehicle started more readily. The vehicle was taken to nissan of elk grove located at (8590 laguna grove dr, elk grove, ca 95757, 916‑245‑8767) for recall repairs. The contact was informed that the recall repairs could not be performed because the parts to be replaced were not original equipment parts. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 146,000. The VIN was not available.

Filed Sep 18, 2018 · Engine, Transmission · 2,000 miles · NY

Truck has bad hesitation when automatic transmission is shifting from gear to gear and the rpms fluctuate badly. No low end power. This condition is worse when towing. Dealer said they all do this. I have owned 4 titans including my 2018 none of my other trucks did this. Wish I didn't trade in my 2013

Filed Jul 17, 2018 · Engine, Transmission · 5,888 miles · AZ

In a rolling stop vehicle hesitates/lags/stalls 2nd visit they did a software up grade problem still continues not fix was told takes 2000 miles for truck to get used to new software now at 11000 miles same issue