Are transmission problems common on the 2021 Nissan Titan?

Yes. NHTSA lists 25 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2021 Titan, which is 45% of all 55 complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2021 Nissan Titan?

Yes, two recalls: 22V671000 and 22V457000, both covering a transmission parking pawl that may not engage when shifted into park, which can allow a vehicle rollaway.

What do owners describe as the main transmission symptom?

Owners most often describe harsh or abrupt downshifting near a stop that causes the truck to lurch or jump forward without warning.

Have the transmission complaints led to crashes or injuries?

NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2021 Titan lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.

How does 2021 compare to other Titan model years for this issue?

The 2021 Titan's 45% share of complaints tied to transmission & powertrain is higher than most earlier years shown, such as 2017 at 14% and 2019 at 19%, though 2022 (54%) and later years run higher still.

2021 Nissan Titan Transmission & Powertrain Problems

The 2021 Nissan Titan has 25 transmission & powertrain complaints out of 55 total complaints for the year, 45% of all issues filed. Two related recalls (22V671000 and 22V457000) address a parking pawl that may not engage, but most complaints describe harsh downshifts and lurching rather than rollaway.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 25; 45% of 55
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: —
Related recalls: 2

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Trucks lurch or jump forward two to three feet during downshifting while braking to a stop.
Harsh 1st-to-4th gear shifts described as abrupt, clunky, or grinding, sometimes with a loud click.
Engine RPM surges to 6,000-7,000 RPM for several seconds before a sudden clunk and forceful forward lurch.
Hesitation or sluggish takeoff from a stop unless extra throttle is applied, with occasional unexpected forward surges.
Transmission jerking has thrown seatbelts into lock or pushed passengers forward during downshifts.
One owner reported a valve body replacement after the transmission abruptly shifted into first gear while driving in traffic.

When 2021 Nissan Titan transmission complaints were filed

First complaint Oct 20, 2021, latest Jul 8, 2026.

25 complaints filed with NHTSA from Oct 2021 to Jul 2026; peak Mar 2022 (4).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2021 Nissan Titan

NHTSA 22V671000Sep 7, 2022Transmission & Powertrain197,230 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Titan, 2020-2022 Frontier, and 2023 Z vehicles. The transmission parking pawl may not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.
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: Â Model Year 2020-2022 Frontier vehicles: reprogram Transmission Control Module (TCM) Â Model Year 2020-2022 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM and Engine Control Module (ECM) Â Model Year 2023 Titan vehicles: reprogram TCM Â Model Year 2023 Z vehicles: reprogram TCM. Owner notification letters were mailed October 28, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669.
NHTSA 22V457000Jun 24, 2022Transmission & Powertrain180,176 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Frontier and Titan vehicles. The transmission parking pawl may not engage when the vehicle is shifted into park, which can result in a vehicle rollaway.
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.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Titan model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

2005469 (53%)
2006194 (45%)
200767 (48%)
200829 (22%)
20097 (15%)
20105 (11%)
20112 (8%)
20120 (0%)
20132 (18%)
20141 (10%)
20152 (17%)
201726 (14%)
201816 (18%)
20199 (19%)
20207 (32%)
202125 (45%)
20227 (54%)
202310 (59%)
20249 (60%)

Frequently asked questions

Are transmission problems common on the 2021 Nissan Titan?: Yes. NHTSA lists 25 transmission & powertrain complaints for the 2021 Titan, which is 45% of all 55 complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2021 Nissan Titan?: Yes, two recalls: 22V671000 and 22V457000, both covering a transmission parking pawl that may not engage when shifted into park, which can allow a vehicle rollaway.
What do owners describe as the main transmission symptom?: Owners most often describe harsh or abrupt downshifting near a stop that causes the truck to lurch or jump forward without warning.
Have the transmission complaints led to crashes or injuries?: NHTSA data for this problem area on the 2021 Titan lists 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries.
How does 2021 compare to other Titan model years for this issue?: The 2021 Titan's 45% share of complaints tied to transmission & powertrain is higher than most earlier years shown, such as 2017 at 14% and 2019 at 19%, though 2022 (54%) and later years run higher still.