2012 Nissan Titan vs 2012 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 | 2012 Nissan Titan | 2012 Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 22 | 154 |
| Recall campaigns | 2 | 3 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 115 | 316 |
| Investigations | 0 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 4 | 7 |
| Fire reports | 0 | 2 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 14–15 | 15–18 |
| Median reported mileage | — | 78,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Titan | Toyota Tundra |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 4 | 57 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 2 | 25 |
| Power Train | 0 | 21 |
| Electrical System | 1 | 17 |
| Air Bags | 7 | 9 |
| Structure | 5 | 11 |
| Steering | 1 | 12 |
| Service Brakes | 3 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 5 | 12 |
| Loss of power | 0 | 34 |
| Check engine light | 0 | 32 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 5 |
2012 Nissan Titan
2012 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.