2016 Nissan Titan XD engine problems

Related recalls

No recalls on file.

What owners say

1. Filed Sep 5, 2026TNEngine

   Engine failed unexpectedly and without warning. After doing research there is a widespread problem with the 2016 diesel engine.

   NHTSA complaint #11762321 · source
2. Filed Feb 25, 2026GAEngine

   Truck died while traveling at 60MPH, once safely pulled over saw it shutdown due to low oil pressure. Checked the oil level and found correct level on dipstick. Attempted to start, no start. Towed to shop, they drained the oil and verified correct oil quantity cam out. Pulled the oil pan and found metal in the oil pan. Told I need a replacement engine. Engine has 95k miles with proper maintenance performed per the owners manual.

   NHTSA complaint #11720546 · source
3. Filed Jan 9, 2026MIEngineOther / Unknown

   I was driving down the freeway on cruise,when all of a sudden,the vehicle started vibrating and shaking violently.This happened in the middle of a downpour,and the tires broke loose momentarily,but I was able to gain control,and safely pull on to the shoulder.After searching the internet,this incident sounds very much like a broken crankshaft,as described in the many,many reports of this type of failure,especialy in the 2016 model years,like mine.

   NHTSA complaint #11709811 · source
4. Filed Nov 25, 2025MAEngine

   emission can not get a state inspection because of a bad catalytic system Nissan will not warrantee it 2016 Nissan Titan XD 67k on it 6000k to fix not right

   NHTSA complaint #11701604 · source
5. Filed Nov 6, 2025AZEngine

   The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Titan. The contact received notification of Manufacturer Recall Number: PD128; however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was not made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure.

   NHTSA complaint #11697941 · source
6. Filed Oct 29, 2025INEngine

   Was driving to work and engine had hiccup and almost shutoff in middle of roadway. Was able to limp truck to my destination. Engine was running rough. No fault codes or dash lights to indicate any issues. Took truck to shop and they could not figure it out. Had service shop drain oil and inspect oil filter. Metal debris was found in oil and oil filter. Had engine removed from truck and found 3 spun main bearings, crankshaft possibly broken.

   NHTSA complaint #11696279 · source
7. Filed Aug 29, 202583,000 miFLTowedEngine

   The contact owns a 2016 Nissan Titan. The contact stated that the low fuel pressure message was displayed, and the vehicle failed to start after several attempts. The contact stated that the failure was related to Emissions Recall: PD128. The contact stated that the vehicle was towed to the local dealer, where the engine was replaced, but the failure recurred. The dealer informed the contact about additional diagnostic testing. The manufacturer was contacted, who opened a…

   NHTSA complaint #11683958 · source
8. Filed Aug 12, 2025SCEngine

   There is a known issue by Nissan regarding many issues with the XD Diesel platform trucks. Mine is a castrophic engine failure at 76,237 miles. There was a recall previously on turbos for many 2016s & 2017s. One is not showing up for mine and as I bought the truck used can not confirm or deny my truck was one effected by this recall. I was driving and heard a light thump and had just had my tires rotated. It sounds like a tool or piece of rubber was inside the tire. I got…

   NHTSA complaint #11680093 · source
9. Filed Jun 8, 2025IDElectrical SystemEngine

   Dear Sir/Madam Masked Oil Pressure Warning in 2016 Nissan Titan XD (5.0L) I am writing to report a concerning and potentially dangerous defect observed in a 2016 Nissan Titan XD equipped with the 5.0L Cummins V8 diesel engine. As a Nissan Master Technician with extensive experience in vehicle diagnostics and repair, I believe this specific defect could be a contributing factor to the well-documented crankshaft breaking condition prevalent in these vehicles, which NHTSA is…

   NHTSA complaint #11665655 · source
10. Filed May 19, 2025COEngine

    My vehicle spun a bearing, or broke the crankshaft in two, there is tons of metal in my oil, oil pan, and oil filter. The shop that is diagnosing it, and quoting me a new motor, said they have replaced AT LEAST 7 titan xd Cummins motors, and every single forum and person online that owns one reports the crank shaft breaking. Nissan or Cummins needs to be held responsible for this. And the NHTSA needs to put their foot down and actually protect American consumers. They sold…

    NHTSA complaint #11661885 · source
11. Filed Apr 10, 2025ILDriver Assistance & Safety TechEngine

    Engine made a loud popping noise, shuttered and stalled in heavy traffic, I came within inches of being rear-ended. Required a tow truck. Repair shop informed me that the crankshaft is broken and this is a common problem. Being repaired at this time, I am informed this will cost about twenty thousand dollars. Thank you Nissan!

    NHTSA complaint #11653885 · source
12. Filed Mar 18, 2025MIEngine

    During cruising at 70mph on the interstate, vehicle started making some noise from the engine and 5 miles later locked up completely leaving me stranded. This is a known issue with the 5.0 Cummins. My safety and the safety of others was put at risk through the vehicle being disabled on the side of the highway all of the sudden during rush hour traffic. Problem was confirmed at a dealer. No warning lamps or messages prior to complete engine failure, just some slight noise…

    NHTSA complaint #11648913 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology