2021 Nissan Titan Tire Sidewall Recall (21V169)
Nissan North America, Inc. · 36,141 vehicles · Reported March 11, 2021
Nissan North America, Inc. is recalling 36,141 2021 Nissan Titan vehicles. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production. Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will make the repair free of charge.
Recall 21V169 at a glance
| NHTSA campaign number | 21V169000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer recall number | PC798 |
| Date reported to NHTSA | March 11, 2021 |
| Manufacturer | Nissan North America, Inc. |
| Vehicles | 2021 Nissan Titan |
| Units affected | 36,141 |
| Component | Tires > Sidewall |
| Safety risk | Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. |
| Fix | Available at dealers |
What is wrong with the 2021 Nissan Titan in recall 21V169?
On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production.
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2019-2020 Altima and 2018-2021 Titan vehicles equipped with Continental tires. On the affected vehicles, it is possible that one or more tires were cured for too long during tire production.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Is it safe to drive a 2021 Titan with recall 21V169?
NHTSA has not told owners to stop driving, but the risk is real: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
NHTSA describes the risk this way: Over cured tires may develop a break in the sidewall, resulting in sudden air loss or belt edge separation which could lead to tread/belt loss. Either condition can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
There is no do-not-drive order on this campaign. If your Titan shows warning lights or behaves differently in a way that involves the sidewall, have it checked before driving further.
Which vehicles are included in recall 21V169?
Recall 21V169 covers 36,141 vehicles: 2021 Nissan Titan.
NHTSA lists 36,141 vehicles in this campaign. Not every vehicle of these models and years is included, so check your VIN.
| Model years | Make | Model |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | Nissan | Titan |
What is the fix for the Titan tire sidewall recall?
Yes. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, and replace them as necessary, free of charge.
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires, and replace them as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 11, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC798.
When was recall 21V169 announced?
Nissan North America, Inc. reported recall 21V169 to NHTSA on March 11, 2021.
| Date | What happened |
|---|---|
| March 11, 2021 | Nissan North America, Inc. filed the defect report with NHTSA; NHTSA assigned campaign 21V169000. |
| May 11, 2021 | Owner notification letters mailed (per NHTSA). |
This recall was filed 67 months ago. If your Titan was built in that window, the VIN check below is the way to confirm it is included.
How do I check if my Titan is part of recall 21V169?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. If recall 21V169 is open on your Titan, it will be listed there.
Look up your VIN on nhtsa.gov/recalls. If 21V169000 is open on your Titan, it will be listed there, along with Nissan recall number PC798. You can also ask any Nissan dealer to run the VIN. The VIN is printed on your registration and visible through the lower driver-side windshield.
What should Titan owners do about recall 21V169?
Check your VIN, schedule the free recall repair, and keep a repair order for every dealer visit.
- Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm recall 21V169000 applies to your Titan.
- Book the recall appointment with any authorized Nissan dealer. Ask up front whether parts are available and how long the vehicle will be there.
- Get a repair order for every visit, even if the dealer only inspects the vehicle. Read it before you leave and make sure your complaint is written the way you described it.
- Keep a simple log of any sidewall symptoms with dates and mileage. Video of a warning light or the problem happening is strong evidence.
- Count the days the vehicle is at the dealer. Days out of service add up toward California's 30-day presumption.
- If the recall repair does not fix it, or the vehicle keeps going back for the same issue, talk to a lemon law attorney.
What are Titan owners reporting to NHTSA?
Owners have filed 55 complaints with NHTSA about these vehicles since 2020, 4 of them about the suspension, wheels and tires.
Too few NHTSA complaints about the suspension, wheels and tires have been filed since recall 21V169 was reported (3) to say whether the fix is holding.
NHTSA’s public complaint database lists 55 owner complaints filed since 2020 for the vehicles in this recall, and 4 of them involve the suspension, wheels and tires. Complaints are reports from owners and have not been verified by NHTSA, but a high count for the same component is a sign the problem is widespread.
- 2021 Nissan Titan: 55 complaints in total, 4 about the suspension, wheels and tires
Examples of what owners have reported to NHTSA (unverified excerpts):
Within first 5000 miles left rear leaf spring started to uncoil and had to be replaced followed by right rear. Vehicle was making squeaking and grinding noises.
2021 Nissan Titan owner, FL, NHTSA complaint 11412919, filed April 19, 2021
My 2021 Titan, which I bought new in June of 2021 had a sidewall crack while driving. I did read, when I googled Continental/General tires that there has been a recall on Titan and Altima tires due to sidewall blowouts and cracks.
2021 Nissan Titan owner, OH, NHTSA complaint 11432012, filed September 7, 2021
Can recall 21V169 make my Titan a lemon in California?
Not by itself. A recall repair that fails, or repeat dealer visits for the same defect, can support a California lemon law claim.
Owners often ask whether this sidewall recall means their Titan qualifies as a lemon. Not by itself. Song-Beverly looks at whether a defect covered by the warranty substantially impairs use, value or safety and was not fixed after a reasonable number of repair attempts (Civ. Code 1793.2(d)).
If a suspension or wheel problem on the 2021 Nissan Titan returns after the recall work, keep the repair orders. Repeat visits for the same defect are what California's lemon law looks at.
The recall repair is available at dealers. If it works, great. If the same symptom comes back, the recall visit is one repair attempt and the next visit is another.
Civil Code 1793.22(b) sets out a presumption that applies in the first 18 months or 18,000 miles: two or more repair attempts for a defect likely to cause death or serious bodily injury, four or more attempts for the same defect, or more than 30 total days out of service for repairs. Written notice to the manufacturer is required in some cases. Owners outside that window can still have a claim.
An owner who prevails in a lemon law case can recover reasonable attorney fees and costs from the manufacturer (Civ. Code 1794(d)). You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
In our cases, a recall repair visit counts as a repair attempt, and it's strongest when the owner complained about the problem before the recall came out. A recall shows the defect is real and that enough owners reported it for the manufacturer to issue a fix.
The biggest mistake I see is waiting too long. The mileage offset starts at your first repair visit for the problem, so the sooner you take it in, the better. If the problem comes and goes, take it in when it happens. You can't go back to that date later.
If you get a recall notice, call a lemon law attorney right away. You may have taken the car in for the same problem before and forgotten, or there may be other recalls related to it.
Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320), Founder and Managing Attorney. Quotes lightly edited for clarity. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
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Frequently asked questions about recall 21V169
Is the 21V169000 recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers.
How do I know if my Titan is part of recall 21V169000?
Enter your 17-character VIN in NHTSA's recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or call a dealer. The VIN is on your registration, insurance card and the lower corner of the windshield.
Does a recall mean my car is a lemon?
Not on its own. A lemon law claim depends on whether a covered defect keeps coming back or keeps the vehicle out of service. A recall repair that fails, or repeat visits for the same problem, can support a claim.
What should I keep for a possible lemon law claim?
Keep every repair order, the recall owner letter, your purchase or lease contract, and notes on dates, mileage and symptoms. Make sure each dealer visit is written up, even when the dealer says it cannot find a problem.
Does the recall fixing my car mean I have no case?
Not necessarily. Even if the recall repair fixed it, you may still have a case, and a car that's a year or more old can still qualify.
Do used cars qualify for California lemon law?
We take certified pre-owned, demo and dealer vehicles. Since the California Supreme Court's Rodriguez decision in 2024, ordinary used cars generally do not qualify.
How long does a recall lemon law case take?
Recall-related cases typically resolve in one to three months from your first call. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.
What does a lemon law attorney cost?
You pay nothing, win or lose. We are paid only if you win, and the manufacturer pays our fees, including in settlements. If a case is lost, our firm covers the costs.
Sources
- NHTSA recall record 21V169000 (recall report and owner letters are posted there)
- NHTSA complaints and recalls data, accessed October 1, 2026
- California Civil Code 1793.2 and 1793.22
Attorney advertising. America’s Lemon Lawyer is a trade name of Wynn Law Group, APC. Responsible attorney: Jacob Shayesteh, Esq. (SBN 362320). This page is general information, not legal advice. America’s Lemon Lawyer is not affiliated with NHTSA or Nissan. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome.