2009 Nissan Titan vs 2009 Toyota Tundra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2009 Nissan Titan | 2009 Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 47 | 38 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 12 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 106 | 236 |
| Investigations | 0 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 8 | 1 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 1 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14 | 14–16 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 56,874 mi | 60,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Titan | Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 7 | 11 |
| Air Bags | 9 | 3 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 8 | 2 |
| Electrical System | 6 | 4 |
| Engine | 5 | 5 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 3 | 5 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 4 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
2009 Nissan Titan
2009 Toyota Tundra
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.