NHTSA // CRASH-TESTED
2023 Nissan Titan Safety Ratings
The 2023 Nissan Titan scores 84 out of 100 on the NHTSA Safety Index (Strong), with a 4-star overall NHTSA crash rating, 2 recalls, and 1 owner complaint on file.
Updated Oct 1, 2026 from NHTSA data · Reviewed by Ivanna Verstliar
For the 2023 model year, the Nissan Titan Crew Cab 4WD registers a NHTSA Safety Index of 84/100, a score that firmly places it within the Strong safety band. This assessment is supported by a robust crash-test profile from NHTSA. Two active recall campaigns are on record for this specific configuration, a factor for owners to monitor. Overall, the Titan's low volume of owner complaints further reinforces its strong safety standing.
The 2023 Nissan Titan Crew Cab 4WD received a 5-star side-crash rating and a 3-star rollover rating from NHTSA, with a NHTSA Safety Index of 84/100 derived entirely from NHTSA data.
MotorCaliber Safety Desk // NHTSA data, verified Oct 1, 2026
Among the 5 Trucks from 2023 that NHTSA has crash-tested, the 2023 Nissan Titan ranks 1 for overall NHTSA Safety Index.
- 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 | 2 |
| Owner complaints | 1 (unverified allegations) |
| Class rank | 1 of 5 Trucks tested for 2023 |
| Data verified | Oct 1, 2026 |
ANALYSISHow safe is the 2023 Nissan Titan?
The 2023 Nissan Titan Crew Cab 4WD holds a Safety Index of 84/100, identical to the 2022 model year score, meaning this year produced no measurable gain or loss in the index. That flat movement reflects a stable but not improving defect record, with the recall count rising to 2 campaigns compared to any prior-year baseline. The index breakdown tells a specific story: crash protection accounts for 57 of a possible 70 points, avoidance technology contributes 8.5 of 10, and the defect record component scores 18 of 20. The defect record sub-score is strong despite the two recalls, suggesting the campaigns were contained in scope. The 5-star side rating is the clear highlight of the crash-test card, while the 3-star rollover score and 23 percent rollover risk are the numbers a buyer of this tall, body-on-frame truck should weigh carefully. Forward collision warning is standard on this year, adding to the avoidance tech score, though lane departure warning remains optional rather than standard equipment for 2023.
NCAP // CRASH TESTHow did the 2023 Nissan Titan perform in crash tests?
The 2023 Titan Crew Cab 4WD was assessed with a 23 percent rollover risk, earning 3 out of 5 stars in that category from NHTSA, despite a "No Tip" result in the dynamic tip test. Its side-crash rating stands at a perfect 5 stars, with frontal protection also rated at 4 stars. The overall crash-test rating for this model is 4 out of 5 stars.
Source: NHTSA NCAP, VehicleId 18402
Index breakdown
NCAP // CRASH IMAGESCrash-test images
Crash-test images are US federal government works (NHTSA / NCAP), public domain.
NHTSA // RECALLSDoes the 2023 Nissan Titan have any recalls?
Yes. The 2023 Titan carries two recall campaigns. The first targets the tires, where a tear in the inner bead was identified as a defect. The second covers the automatic transmission parking mechanism and spans the 2020-2023 Titan lineup. Neither campaign carries a do-not-drive order in the data, but both warrant VIN-level verification before purchase.
TIRES:BEAD23V273000
Risk: A rapid loss of tire pressure while driving can lead to a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace all four road tires, or inspect and replace the spare tire assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 10, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC973 and PC974.
Reported 2023-04-17
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
NHTSA // COMPLAINTSWhat do owners report about the 2023 Nissan Titan?
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint against the 2023 Titan, an unverified allegation involving the Power Train component. No crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths are reported in that single submission. The complaint volume is notably low for a full-size truck of this segment.
1 owner complaint on file. These are unverified allegations reported to NHTSA.
USED BUYERWhat should used buyers know about the 2023 Nissan Titan?
Shoppers of the 2023 Titan must verify recall completion for tire bead seating and transmission parking. Both campaigns were active for this model year and may still require resolution on specific vehicles.
- The 2023 Titan carries two specific recall campaigns: one for a potential tire inner-bead tear and one for a transmission parking mechanism defect spanning multiple Nissan model lines including the 2020-2023 Titan.
- The Safety Index held flat at 84/100 versus the 2022 model year, with the defect record sub-score of 18/20 remaining strong despite the two active recalls.
- The rollover rating of 3 out of 5 stars and a 23 percent rollover risk figure are the most cautionary data points in the 2023 crash-test card, even though the dynamic tip test returned a No Tip result.
- Only 1 unverified owner complaint appears in NHTSA records for this model year, an allegation involving the Power Train, with zero reported crashes, fires, injuries, or deaths attached to that filing.
RANKINGSWhere the 2023 Nissan Titan places
The 2023 Nissan Titan qualifies for these MotorCaliber safety rankings:
FAQ2023 Nissan Titan safety questions
Was the 2023 Nissan Titan crash-tested by NHTSA?
Yes. NHTSA crash-tested the 2023 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 2023 Nissan Titan crash-test star ratings?
In NHTSA testing the 2023 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 2023 Nissan Titan have?
According to NHTSA recall data, 2 vehicle recalls are on file for the 2023 Nissan Titan. Confirm your VIN at nhtsa.gov to see which apply to your car.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2023 Nissan Titan?
According to NHTSA's complaint database, 1 owner complaint is on file for the 2023 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 (2023)
| Vehicle | NHTSA Safety Index | Overall stars | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Ram 1500 Classic | 82/100 | 4 of 5 | 0 |
| 2023 Nissan Frontier | 80/100 | 4 of 5 | 1 |
| 2023 Ram 1500 | 70/100 | 5 of 5 | 11 |
| 2023 Ram 2500 | 69/100 | 4 of 5 | 8 |
- DATA Pulled directly from NHTSA: New Car Assessment Program crash tests (VehicleId 18402), the recallsByVehicle and complaintsByVehicle records for the Nissan Titan 2023.
- 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 5 in the Truck class for 2023.
- 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.