2008 Nissan Titan Transmission and drivetrain Problems
- Complaints
- 29about this part
- Share
- 22%of 133 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 63,298miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 29 complaints about the transmission and drivetrain of the 2008 Nissan Titan, 22% of the 133 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 63,298 miles.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“2008 4x4 4d long bed titian , reverse gear stopped working right after power train warranty, ended at 36000 miles. I was using reverse when it failed. I was reversing at normal speed of .25 mp/h or what ever people back up to a parking stall normally. There was a tug type sensation, then slippage.”
NHTSA complaint #11309966, filed 2020-02, 38,000 miles“Recently the low range shift has stopped working. I use the lower range to hold back the trailer that I tow and I am unable to use it so I have to use my brakes when going downhill. I purchased this vehicle used in august 2009 with 16,000 miles on it. I have only put 30,000 miles on it and expect it to perform longer.”
NHTSA complaint #10606817, filed 2014-06, 43,000 miles“Hose came loose from transmission driving down highway and left me sit in the middle of the road. I had no warning and I lost all transmission fluid.. I reattatched the hose added the correct amount of fluid. Drove it for about 4 day everything was fine try to go ro work there is no 4th gear.. Take it to shops ro find out its gonna cost me 4500.00 for new transmission capacitor and new radiator.. The anti freeze leaked into transmission causing the inside of tranny to be deatroyed”
NHTSA complaint #11139594, filed 2018-10, 178,000 miles“When turning with the 4 wheel drive engaged, a loud pop was heard like something slamming against metal. And my front tires would not spin causing the truck to get stuck, needing to be towed out. A mechanic fixed the problem of a snapped/broken flange assembly (part # 38220-8s11a) also circlip lock ring (part # 38225-8s110). The same parts broke a 2nd time requiring repair and now a 3rd time. I don't know what to do I cant afford to keep fixing the problem and cant afford a new truck please help us please!!!”
NHTSA complaint #11204189, filed 2019-04, 55,000 miles“While driving, my Nissan Titan began to accelerate out of control. I applied the brakes but the motor was too strong. I put the transmission into neutral and the motor redlined and I immediately turned the motor off. The local Nissan dealership says their computer does not find anything wrong. I am worried to put my family in this vehicle or let my wife drive it.”
NHTSA complaint #10259684, filed 2009-02, 42,283 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10192821May 10, 2016SERVICE INFORMATION Replacement 5-speed rear wheel drive Automatic Transmission (A/T) assemblies and replacement control valves (valve bodies) now come with blank Transmission…
- 10192524Feb 6, 2015SERVICE INFORMATION When diagnosing possible power steering gear (rack and pinion steering rack, or steering rack) leak issues, it may appear the steering rack is leaking when…
- 10192474Nov 20, 2014SERVICE INFORMATION If a customer describes lack of power or poor acceleration, perform the following checks before attempting any repair: * Check for stored DTCs. * Check if the…
- 10043950Apr 10, 2012Nissan: ecm replacement procedures with consult iii plus. Applies to all 2004 and later (does not apply to leaf/ev) vehicles.
- 10024689Apr 28, 2008Nissan; special automatic transmission fluid requirement. 2004 to current nissan vehicles.
Transmission and drivetrain: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 9 | 60% |
| 2023 | 10 | 59% |
| 2022 | 7 | 50% |
| 2021 | 26 | 45% |
| 2020 | 7 | 30% |
| 2019 | 9 | 18% |
| 2018 | 16 | 18% |
| 2017 | 26 | 14% |
| 2015 | 2 | 17% |
| 2014 | 1 | 10% |
| 2013 | 2 | 18% |
| 2011 | 2 | 8% |
| 2010 | 5 | 11% |
| 2009 | 7 | 15% |
| 2008 | 29 | 22% |
| 2007 | 67 | 48% |
| 2006 | 194 | 45% |
| 2005 | 469 | 53% |
| 2004 | 464 | 44% |
Other parts of the 2008 Nissan Titan
20 complaintsEngine
18 complaintsAir bags
14 complaintsBrakes
13 complaintsSuspension
13 complaintsElectrical system
12 complaintsEngine cooling
12 complaintsBody and structure
10 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
7 complaintsOther or unknown
6 complaintsTires
5 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2008 Nissan Titan
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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