NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2022 Nissan Titan Safety Ratings
The 2022 Nissan Titan scores 84 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 4-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 4 recalls, and 13 owner complaints on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
Four active recall campaigns are a meaningful factor when considering the 2022 Nissan Titan. While the truck earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 84/100, placing it in the Strong band, its crash-test and avoidance technology performance should be weighed against its recall record.
The 2022 Nissan Titan Crew Cab 4WD earned a NHTSA Safety Index of 84 out of 100 and a 5-star NHTSA side-crash rating, according to federal NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 7 Trucks from 2022 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2022 Nissan Titan ranks 1 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- new and teen drivers who want standard crash-avoidance tech
- urban drivers exposed to side-impact risk
| NHTSA Safety Index | 84 / 100 (Strong) |
|---|---|
| Overall crash rating | 4 of 5 stars |
| Frontal / Side / Rollover | 4 / 5 / 3 stars |
| Rollover risk | 22.8% |
| Recalls on file | 4 |
| Owner complaints | 13 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 1 of 7 Trucks tested for 2022 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2022 Nissan Titan?
The 2022 Nissan Titan represents a meaningful step forward in MotorCaliber's scoring framework, jumping from a 78/100 Average index on the 2021 model to an 84/100 Strong rating, a 6-point gain driven largely by a near-perfect defect record component score of 17 out of 20 and a full 10 out of 10 for crash-avoidance technology. Forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and electronic stability control are all standard on this year, which is what locks in that avoidance tech ceiling score. Crash protection at 57 out of 70 reflects the mixed star picture: the 5-star side result is genuinely strong for a full-size truck, but the 3-star rollover rating and a 23-percent rollover risk figure are specific weaknesses buyers should not overlook. The four recall campaigns are the clearest complication for this year. Two transmission parking pawl campaigns, issued months apart in mid-2022, cover overlapping but distinct vehicle populations and raise a concrete rollaway concern. The two backup-system campaigns, both carrying OTA fix eligibility, are less operationally severe but add to a recall profile that is notable for a single model year. Weighed together, the 2022 Titan's Safety Index improvement is real and data-supported, but the recall volume means remedy completion status is not optional homework for any buyer.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2022 Nissan Titan perform in crash tests?
The 2022 Titan Crew Cab 4WD was assessed by NHTSA with an overall rating of 4 out of 5 stars. Its side-impact protection is a strong point, earning a perfect 5-star rating. Frontal crash protection was rated at 4 stars. Rollover resistance is the weakest area, receiving 3 stars and indicating a 23-percent rollover risk. However, dynamic tip testing did not result in a tip-over.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 16825
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2022 Nissan Titan have any recalls?
Yes, four recall campaigns cover this model year. Two address the automatic transmission parking pawl, which may fail to engage, creating a rollaway risk. Two separate campaigns target the backup camera display function and camera sensing system, both eligible for over-the-air software fixes. No park-outside or do-not-drive directive is noted in the available data, but the transmission issue warrants prompt VIN verification.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:DISPLAY FUNCTION22V772000
Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The IVI software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 18, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are R22B8, R22C1, and PC923/25.
Reported 2022-10-13
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION22V671000
Risk: A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will perform the applicable repairs below, free of charge: Model Year 2020-2022 Frontier vehicles: reprogram Transmission Control Module (TCM) Model Year 2020-2022 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM and Engine Control Module (ECM) Model Year 2023 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM Model Year 2023 Z vehicles: re
Reported 2022-09-07
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA22V527000
Risk: An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The Infotainment system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22A5 PC901 PC902.
Reported 2022-07-21
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION22V457000
Risk: A vehicle rollaway increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Owners are advised to apply the parking brake every time they park their vehicle. Dealers will replace the transmission parking pawl pin, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22A2 R22A3.
Reported 2022-06-24
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2022 Nissan Titan?
Thirteen owner complaints have been reported to NHTSA for this model year, all unverified allegations. The most frequently alleged problem area is the powertrain, cited in 7 reports. Forward collision avoidance accounts for 4 alleged reports, followed by steering and service brakes at 3 and 2 respectively. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are alleged.
13 owner complaints on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2022 Nissan Titan?
For the 2022 Titan, a critical initial step for any prospective buyer involves checking the vehicle's VIN against NHTSA's recall database. All four recall campaigns affecting this model year may still be unresolved on specific trucks. Written confirmation of completed remedies for each campaign is essential, with particular attention to the two recalls addressing the transmission parking pawl.
- The 2022 Titan's Safety Index rose 6 points over the 2021 model year, moving from the Average band to the Strong band, a shift driven by improved avoidance tech standardization and a stronger defect record component score.
- Two separate NHTSA recall campaigns in 2022 address the automatic transmission parking pawl on this truck, with the concern that the pawl may not engage, posing a rollaway hazard on any parked vehicle.
- The side-crash rating of 5 stars is the headline crash-test result for this specific year and body configuration, while the rollover rating of 3 stars and a 23-percent rollover risk figure represent the most significant crash-test limitation.
- Thirteen unverified owner complaints on file with NHTSA show the powertrain as the most frequently alleged concern at 7 reports, with forward collision avoidance systems generating 4 additional unverified allegations.
RANKINGSWhere the 2022 Nissan Titan places
The 2022 Nissan Titan qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2022 Nissan Titan safety questions
Was the 2022 Nissan Titan crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2022 Nissan Titan, and it earns a NHTSA Safety Index of 84 out of 100, placing it in the Strong band. The index combines federal crash-test stars, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the recall record.
What are the 2022 Nissan Titan crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2022 Nissan Titan earned 4 out of 5 stars for overall, 4 out of 5 stars for frontal, 5 out of 5 stars for side, and 3 out of 5 stars for rollover. Its measured rollover risk is 22.8%. Categories NHTSA did not test show as not rated.
How many recalls does the 2022 Nissan Titan have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 4 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2022 Nissan Titan. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2022 Nissan Titan?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 13 owner complaints are on file for the 2022 Nissan Titan. 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.
Other Titan years
Rivals in Truck (2022)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Ford F-250 Tremor | 78/100 | 4 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Nissan Frontier | 75/100 | 4 of 5 | 6 |
| 2022 Ram 1500 Classic | 73/100 | 4 of 5 | 0 |
| 2022 Ford F-250 | 71/100 | 4 of 5 | 17 |
| 2022 Ram 1500 | 67/100 | 5 of 5 | 16 |
| 2022 Ram 2500 | 62/100 | 4 of 5 | 12 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 16825), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Nissan Titan 2022.
- SCORE The NHTSA Safety Index (0-100) weights crash protection, standard crash-avoidance tech, and the defect record. Full formula on the methodology page. It ranks 1 of 7 in the Truck class for 2022.
- 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.