DecodedCars2008 Nissan Titan
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2008 models.
- Class
- Standard Pickup Trucks 2WD
- Body styles
- Crew Cab S/Box 4X4 Le, Crew Cab S/Box 4X4 Se, Crew Cab S/Box 4X4 Xe, King Cab S/Box 2WD Xe/Se
- Engines
- 5.6L 8-cyl
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Regular Gasoline, FFV
- MPG (best)
- 14 combined · 12 city / 17 hwy
- Length
- 221.7–222.4 in
- Curb weight
- 4,786–5,324 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 3 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- AWD / 4WD available
Watch out for
No weak spots against similar models in the data.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 10 similar 2008 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2008 Nissan Titan is a standard pickup truck offered with a 5.6L 8-cyl engine and rear-wheel drive and 4-wheel or all-wheel drive.
It measures about 222 inches long and 79 inches wide on a 141-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 5,135 lb (Crew Cab S/Box 4X4 Le).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 14 MPG combined (12 city / 17 highway), 8% worse than the 2008 standard pickup truck average of 15.3 MPG, for an estimated $4,800 a year in fuel.
It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the engine.
What changed for 2008
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2007 Titan — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2007; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2007 Titan →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crew Cab S/Box 4X4 Le | 222.4 in | 78.7 in | 76.8 in | 140.6 in | 67.7 / 67.7 in | 5,135 lb | 55/45 |
| Crew Cab S/Box 4X4 Se | 222.4 in | 78.7 in | 76.8 in | 140.6 in | 67.7 / 67.7 in | 5,201 lb | 55/45 |
| Crew Cab S/Box 4X4 Xe | 222.4 in | 78.7 in | 76.8 in | 140.6 in | 67.7 / 67.7 in | 5,324 lb | 55/45 |
| King Cab S/Box 2WD Xe/Se | 221.7 in | 78.7 in | 75.2 in | 140.2 in | 67.7 / 67.7 in | 4,786 lb | 55/45 |
| King Cab S/Box 4X4 Le | 221.7 in | 78.7 in | 76.8 in | 140.6 in | 67.7 / 67.7 in | 5,262 lb | 55/45 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Titan 2WD | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 / 17 / 14 | -8% | $4,800 | 635 |
| Titan 4WD | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 17 / 14 | -4% | $4,800 | 635 |
| Titan 2WD FFV | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | Rear-Wheel Drive | 12 / 17 / 14 | -8% | $4,800 | 635 |
| Titan 4WD FFV | 5.6L 8-cyl | Automatic 5-spd | 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive | 12 / 17 / 14 | -4% | $4,800 | 635 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2008 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2008 Nissan Titan under the current (2011+) test program.
Similar 2008 standard pickup trucks
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Nissan Titan (this car) | 14 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 17 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2008 Toyota Tundra | 17 MPG | Not rated | 10 |
| 2008 GMC Sierra | 17 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2008 Dodge Ram 1500 Pickup | 17 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2008 Dodge Dakota Pickup | 18 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2008 Mitsubishi Raider Pickup | 18 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
Recalls (3)
Air Bags › Frontal · Feb 10, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V067000 · 404,690 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2008-2011 Titan, Frontier, Xterra, Pathfinder, Armada, and 2008-2009 Quest vehicles. The resin emblem on the driver's air bag cover may develop cracks and detach during air bag deployment.
- Risk
- A detached emblem can become a projectile during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the driverÂs airbag cover. Owner letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are PC944, PC945, and PC946.
Fuel System, Other › Storage › Fuel Gauge System · Mar 3, 2010
NHTSA campaign 10V074000 · 340,000 vehicles
- Problem
- NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005-2009 TITAN, ARMADA, AND INFINITI QX56 VEHICLES. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FUEL GAUGE MAY INACCURATELY DISPLAY THAT THE VEHICLE STILL HAS SOME FUEL, TYPICALLY ABOUT ONE QUARTER TANK, WHEN THE FUEL TANK IS EMPTY.
- Risk
- THIS COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO RUN OUT OF GAS AND STALL ON THE HIGHWAY, WHICH COULD CAUSE A CRASH.
- Fix
- DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL SENDER UNIT INSIDE THE FUEL TANK WITH A NEW IMPROVED SENDER CARD. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Pedals And Linkages · Mar 2, 2010
NHTSA campaign 10V072000 · 179,383 vehicles
- Problem
- NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008-2010 TITAN, ARMADA, AND INFINITI QX56, AND MODEL YEAR 2008-2009 NISSAN QUEST VEHICLES. THE BRAKE PEDAL PIVOT PIN END WAS NOT SPIN-FORMED TO SPECIFICATION DURING THE MANUFACTURING PROCESS OF THE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY. THE PIVOT PIN COULD SLIDE AND CAUSE THE BRAKE PEDAL TO PARTIALLY DISENGAGE FROM THE BRAKE PEDAL BRACKET.
- Risk
- THE DRIVER WILL EXPERIENCE UNUSUAL AND NOTICEABLE LOOSENESS IN THE PEDAL AND A REDUCTION IN BRAKING FORCE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
- Fix
- DEALERS WILL INSPECT TO SEE IF THE PIVOT PIN HAD BEEN FORMED PROPERLY AND WILL REPLACE THE BRAKE PEDAL ASSEMBLY IF NECESSARY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
Not every 2008 Nissan Titan is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2008 Nissan Titan buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Engine — 15 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
- Air Bags — 9 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
- Power Train — 8 owner reports. Test-drive through all gears, including reverse; note slipping, harsh or delayed shifts.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 100,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2008 Nissan Titan. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other Titan years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Titan | 17 | 226.4 in | Not rated | 2 | 15 |
| 2023 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | Not rated | 2 | 18 |
| 2022 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | Not rated | 4 | 14 |
| 2021 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | Not rated | 5 | 58 |
| 2020 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | ★★★★★ | 5 | 23 |
| 2019 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 49 |
| 2018 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | ★★★★★ | 4 | 90 |
| 2017 Titan | 18 | 226.4 in | ★★★★★ | 3 | 187 |
| 2015 Titan | 15 | 242.1 in | Not rated | 1 | 12 |
| 2014 Titan | 15 | 242.1 in | Not rated | 2 | 10 |
| 2013 Titan | 15 | 242.1 in | Not rated | 3 | 9 |
| 2012 Titan | 15 | 242.1 in | Not rated | 2 | 20 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →