NHTSA // SAFETY RECORD
2021 Nissan Titan Xd Safety Record
The 2021 Nissan Titan Xd has not been crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. Its federal safety record shows 1 recall and 0 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
CRASH
DATANot crash-tested
The 2021 Nissan Titan XD received no crash-test ratings from NHTSA. The agency did not conduct crash tests for this model year, leaving the vehicle without an official star rating or Safety Index score. The federal record shows a light recall and complaint burden for this model year, with one recall campaign on file and zero owner complaints submitted to NHTSA. The absence of crash-test data means the vehicle's crashworthiness has not been federally assessed.
The 2021 Nissan Titan XD was not crash-tested by NHTSA, carries one recall on record, and falls in the Light recall and complaint burden band according to NHTSA federal safety data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
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| NHTSA crash test | Not crash-tested |
|---|---|
| Recall and complaint burden | Light |
| Recalls on file | 1 |
| Owner complaints | 0 (unverified allegations) |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2021 Nissan Titan Xd?
The 2021 Nissan Titan XD has no crash-test results from the NHTSA. Its safety profile is therefore determined by its recall and complaint record. This model year accumulated a single recall and zero owner complaints. The recall involves front turn signal bulbs, a lighting issue impacting conspicuity. This defect did not necessitate a park-outside advisory. The absence of owner complaints is notable, indicating no unverified reports of crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths have been submitted to NHTSA for this model. This record places the 2021 Titan XD in the Light burden band.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2021 Nissan Titan Xd have any recalls?
The 2021 Nissan Titan XD has one recall on record, covering exterior lighting, specifically the front turn signal bulbs. The campaign, shared with certain 2020-2021 Titan, Titan XD, and Versa vehicles, addresses a condition where the right and/or left front turn signal may not function correctly. NHTSA has not issued a park-outside or do-not-drive directive tied to this campaign.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL:BULBS21V471000
Risk: Inoperable front turn signals cannot alert on-coming drivers and/or pedestrians that the vehicle will be turning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the bulbs as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 20, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PM986 and PC811.
Reported 2021-06-23
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2021 Nissan Titan Xd?
NHTSA has received zero owner complaints for the 2021 Nissan Titan XD. No components, no crash allegations, no fire allegations, and no injury or fatality reports appear in the federal complaint database for this model year. All NHTSA complaint data represents unverified consumer allegations.
0 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2021 Nissan Titan Xd?
A critical safety concern for the 2021 Nissan Titan XD involves a recall for the turn signal system. Before any purchase, it is imperative to verify the repair status of this recall for a specific VIN at nhtsa.gov.
- NHTSA did not crash-test the 2021 Nissan Titan XD, so no agency star ratings or Safety Index score exists for this specific model year.
- One recall is on record for this model year, addressing a front turn signal bulb defect shared across certain 2020-2021 Titan, Titan XD, and Versa vehicles; no park-outside or do-not-drive order accompanies it.
- Zero owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Titan XD, meaning the federal complaint database contains no unverified allegations of crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths for this year.
- Shoppers and current owners should verify open recall status for any individual 2021 Titan XD unit by entering the VIN directly at nhtsa.gov, since recall completion varies by vehicle history.
FAQ2021 Nissan Titan Xd safety questions
Was the 2021 Nissan Titan Xd crash-tested by NHTSA?
No. NHTSA has not run a New Car Assessment Program crash test on this configuration, so it carries no Safety Index. Its safety record here is built from 1 recall and 0 owner complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2021 Nissan Titan Xd have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 1 vehicle recall is on file for the 2021 Nissan Titan Xd. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2021 Nissan Titan Xd?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 0 owner complaints are on file for the 2021 Nissan Titan Xd. These are unverified allegations submitted by owners, not confirmed defects.
Cross-check this record against independent expert reviews and the live NHTSA database before you buy.
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Nissan Titan Xd 2021.
- SCORE This configuration was not crash-tested by NHTSA, so it carries no Safety Index. We report its recall and complaint record only.
- EDITED Written by the MotorCaliber Safety Desk and reviewed for accuracy and plain-language clarity by Ivanna Verstliar, Editor, against the source figures on this page.
- VERIFIED Data last synced Oct 1, 2026. Recalls change; confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. See our corrections policy and disclosure.