My Honest Review: Nissan Titan XD After Two Years

[@zackmorehouse]

This was the review I was looking for months ago. Bought 2 weeks ago and love my XD so far

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Good deal. Hope it was helpful even though it was too late to help your decision. You'll love the truck. Don't let the negative talk on the groups and forums scare you. Ours has been very reliable.

[@JH-ii4xi]

I bought a brand new 2020 Titan, although mine is a Pro 4X and I absolutely love it. I test drove them all and noting even came close, especially for the price and features. All of my friends (who own Chevy, Ford, Dodge) ride in my truck and I get nothing but compliments and they also very impressed. Most underrated truck on the market.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I completely agree! It’s a great truck. Enjoy your truck and thanks for watching!

[@Wolf.88]

True

[@ronaldbridges1192]

Yessir I got the same one 21 model and it's very nice 💪🏾💪🏾💯

[@ridynh7923]

I love my Titan. Unfortunate people are realizing it’s potential and reliability a little too late.

[@cyclonus01]

What does rhe pro 4x give you over the other models. I'm in the market for a cumins titan xd.

[@kevinmichalenko3615]

I bought my 2018 Titan XD Pro-4X in 2019 and I love it. I tow a Keystone Outback at 8,500 lbs dry with no issues and we live in Colorado where altitude takes 30% off the horsepower. The Titan lineup is the most underrated truck in the segment. I’ve had not one thing go wrong since my purchase--pushing 35,000 miles.

[@931shooter]

Is your truck a gas burner? The camper I’m looking at is about the same weight. I’m kinda concerned it’s to much camper.

[@UnknownButlovesFood]

@@931shooter We have the diesel XD Pro-4X but 2016 and nearly the same trailer; tows like a dream 15mpg up hill going to OR from CA

[@robertmashburn8330]

Very informative. Days ago, I just bought my 22 Pro4X, I’m impressed with this Truck! I’m only pulling an 18’ Travel Trailer but will probably upgrade. As of this comment, I’m waiting to get the 500 miles in before a pull. Always been a GM buyer but hearing too many stories about Chip problems and Trans problems. So far, this Pro4X has proven to be the best choice out there for me. Thanks for the Video!

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Congratulations on new truck. I think you’ll love it. I also think you will be impressed with the towing abilities even after you upgrade. Thanks for the comment and watching our channel!

[@tarheel2393]

I got 07 le 4x4 309k and it's a beast love my truck best truck ever owned

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Awesome! Can’t beat that!

[@workingcountry1776]

300k on my 06. Its been my work truck for several years towing tandem axle work trailer

[@movensilence91]

05 SE 4x4 235k always been good to me

[@alexanderlovato4902]

Great to see some honest content about the Titan XD out there! Your rig looks awesome! I agree with you on everything you said about the Titan, I also own a Titan XD but its a 2016 Pro-4X with the Cummins engine. It has been an amazing truck for the price and has a lot of features that are costly on any other brand like the gooseneck standard and all the keyless and LED features. We tow a aluminum 3 horse gooseneck among other bumper pulls across New Mexico and let me tell ya, big red does pulls up some steep terrain in the heat without a sweat! Definitely a truck built to tow and that's why the tow number ratings have also always confused me!! Enjoy your truck!

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Thanks for the comment! That's awesome to hear from another XD owner that tows a lot! Sounds like a great set up you have. Thanks for watching!

[@2020mike1]

Just bought mine in Asheville. 2017 w/20k mint condition. Amazing truck.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Great choice! You’re going to love it. Thanks for watching!

[@ghilliemanreviews]

On the bed cover, rolled up bed covers are awesome. Had a buddy try to tell me he didn’t want a bed cover cause he wanted to use his whole bed. I told him that’s the beauty of the roll up one. He never listened to me but if you use your whole bed and sometimes need a bed cover, get you one like this guy! You think you won’t need it but if you got a cab full of people and you need to load groceries and it’s about to rain, a bed cover is clutch. I’m serious. On vacations you have a huge trunk larger than any suv and you can keep your cab clean.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Yes!! I refuse to get any other type of bed cover. They are so useful and out of the way when you don’t need them. They are also much cheaper! Thanks for watching!

[@JAK2129784]

I have a 2017 regular cab XD and love it. Haven't towed much w it but it's a beast. And you're right it does sound like a diesel.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Nice. I bet that regular cab has a good amount of payload. Enjoy your truck and thanks for watching.

[@thivo265]

It shouldn’t sound like a diesel. Mine sounds like a diesel as well but when I took it to the dealer for a checkup, guess what? It was a cylinder number 7 worn out rings and cylinder wall….I have them booked right away since it’s on warranty still. I’d worry if I were you!

[@SRBrown-vn4sw]

I have ‘17 XD with the cummins its a single cab 3 passenger bought it in’19 right b4 the scamdemic in th 1st year the lift pump failed but was covered under warranty in the second year I replaced the tires and it’s now been four years since I bought it and have not had many problems with it. It’s a great truck compared to my Silverado 2500 HD 2003 which rusted away this truck is so much more better it’s got a beefer frame and axles Will consider buying it again

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

That awesome! They are great trucks!

[@Lumpster174]

Great review! Thank you for sharing! I have the exact same truck as yours. Same color with chrome package. Even most of the mods are the same. Toneau, vent shades, and I put the long flaps on mine too, as the stock molded flaps are useless. I added a bug shield on mine as well. Absolutely love the truck! Couldn't be happier. I have owned many trucks of all brands, and I would take the Nissan over any of them any day and twice on Sunday! My engine sounds the same as yours. Its a direct injection thing I guess. Nothing sounds better at 6000 rpm though! Sorry you had issues! That sucks, but at least they resolved it. I had a left rear brake caliper hanging up when I first bought the truck. Dealer resolved it with no issues. Been trouble free ever since!

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Thanks for watching! Happy to hear you’ve had great luck with yours as well.

[@richardvogel6307]

Great review. I'm encouraged that you said you'd buy another one notwithstanding the axle issue. I have a 2004 Titan which I have loved, but the rear differential is going out. I'm looking at a used 2019 xd as a replacement and your review was really helpful.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Awesome. I’m glad it was helpful. I would absolutely buy another XD if they would increase the capacities. Thanks for watching.

[@oldwiskers1789]

Great review. I have the exact truck. I understand what you are talking about with the steering pulling slightly to the right. I noticed the same thing right after I got mine and asked my dealer. The senior tech said that because this steering is a recirculating ball type it is a natural feel coming from the crown in the road surface. After my older truck having a rack and pinion it takes a little getting use to, but now I don not notice it at all. The XD is built with heavy duty commercial components thus the different style steering. I also agree that the gas tank is to small. I just wish that Nissan had gone with a full-floating axle instead of the semi-floating axle. I love this truck and may be looking at the new 2021 with the 9 speed.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Thanks for watching and the comment! Yes, I don’t notice the pulling at all now. It’s a great truck and even though it’s lacking in some ways, I’ve considered a 21 with the 9 speed also, especially with trade in values going up.

[@mccrayali]

Have a 2018 Platinum Reserve with around 50k and love it better than the new ones. Very good truck highly underrated.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Yes. Very underrated! It’s a great truck. Thanks for watching.

[@joevasquez1776]

Heavy comfortable ride with the right amount of everything

[@bradmootz2196]

I've had mine for 5 years now. At 80,000 miles this last July I had them replace the engine for the TSB #7 cylinder issue. No more diesel sound! 😂

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Oh wow! I thought that was just how they sound when they run… Thanks for watching!

[@bradmootz2196]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure It was a known issue on the '17s-'19s. My dealer has been replacing a lot of the 5.6 engines in the Titans and Armadas. They still run perfectly fine but the knocking continues to get loader as that piston wears more. I still love the truck. Does everything I need.

[@ridynh7923]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventureit is how they sound. My 2022 sounds like that.

[@tylorcarlson-nc8up]

it always amazes me when you watch a titan video how many people love the trucks vs chevy,ford, etc how negative that comment section is.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

It’s seems to be true. They are great trucks, so it makes sense it would be that way.

[@superevilposm]

XD owner here...love the review. I wish I could keep mine as clean as you do. Good job!

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Thanks! Cleaning vehicles is something I’ve always enjoyed doing. Thanks for watching!

[@mikeriv60]

Very very underrated truck imo.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Agreed! It's a great truck!

[@georgecook1374]

I just wish with the crew cab I could get a 8ft bed. the only thing that holds me back on getting one.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

That is another downfall to the Titan. An eight foot bed would be awesome! Thanks for watching!

[@shadeylady8993]

Sitting in my new Pro4x watching this.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Nice! Enjoy the new truck!! Thanks for watching!

[@shadeylady8993]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure thanks

[@kdtxtooldad]

Very excellent review, I have same year XD and completely agree with your review in every aspect. As for the ride and drifting, definitely get different tires. I got rid of the factory tires, went to BFG KO2, that was worse, now I’m on Nittos and they ride great, much more comfortable

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Thanks for watching the video. I’m happy to hear you enjoyed it. I can’t wait to upgrade the tires to see what a difference it makes.

[@alexanderlovato4902]

Weird, I went went with the K02's as well but they have been great! NIttos are a great selection though!

[@408jlhapa]

I had the same problem with my 19xd p4x. had the drift to the right, Nissan was not able to figure it out. I went to a 4x4 shop and they fixed the problem. I have KO2s on and my truck and its smooth and straight.

[@GodSonBlessed]

The chrome wheels and grille look amazing.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Thanks!

[@williclaus2191]

I've had an old nissan titan as my work truck for a while and was gonna upgrade to an XD diesel because I loved the new concept. Ended up buying a 2012 gmc dually instead

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Yes. I completely understand upgrading to a dually. I would love to see Nissan upgrade the XD to a 1 ton so I could stay with the brand. Thanks for watching.

[@williclaus2191]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure I don't like how it rides (it does feel like a dump truck) but I put a lot of heavy stuff in the front of my trailer so I needed a dually

[@thivo265]

For the gas Titans if your trucks sounds like a diesel, go get it checked because my has a worn out cylinder number 7 and cylinder wall. They told me the block has to be replaced under warranty

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Good information! Thanks for the comment.

[@phantomcreamer]

That mpg number is valid. If I go 60 down the freeway and don't accelerate quuckly that's what I get. Could have even of been a slight wind blowing the direction of your driving.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Thanks for the comment.

[@aspe7187]

Looking at getting one of these next year. That small gas tank is a negative for me, too, with no upgrade option.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I understand. It’s a great truck except for the tank size. We ended up buying a Ford Super Duty. It has the eight foot bed, which includes a 48 gallon fuel tank. It’s a game changer if you don’t mind the crazy turning radius. Thanks for watching!

[@aspe7187]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure Hmm. I'll have to find a review of that. Thanks!

[@matthartlage3463]

Glad to hear you really enjoy the truck! I was thinking 3/4 ton for our next truck, but I’m steering more toward the Titan XD. Finding a Ram 1500 crew cab with “the right” combination of bed size and rear gears is like finding a needle in a haystack. And all Titan XD’s seem to all be ready to go.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I think you can’t go wrong with the Titan XD, especially if you’re looking at a half ton truck. It’s such an underrated truck. The bed size is actually the reason I ended up test driving my truck. I wanted an F150 with the 6.5’ bed and that was hard to find. This truck was at a dealership next door to the Ford dealer and it has been awesome. Thanks for watching!

[@matthartlage3463]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure Trying to figure out how to fix fuel tank capacity.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

@@matthartlage3463 there are in bed tank options out there but you have to use a transfer pump if you buy the gas XD. It’s going to lower your payload and take up bed space. Check out tankandbarrel.com

[@AdamLock3]

Couldn’t agree more. Finding a Ram 1500 with the 3.92 AND the same interior features and electronics (rear seat plugs, heated seats, towing mirrors) is almost impossible.

[@bc_usa]

I have a 2019 Nissan Titan Pro4x and I love it. You're truck is probably shaking because of the tires or alignment.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Yes. I think it was the tires. Thanks for watching!

[@4rubberzaday]

Nissan needs to collaborate with yanmar for a diesel option they’re both Japanese and yanmar make phenomenal engines. A 4.0L inline 6 would be the sweet spot

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

That would be awesome!!

[@4rubberzaday]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure I agree I think it’d be beneficial for both companies

[@barabas688]

My kind of guy. My kind of review.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Thanks for watching!

[@eldoncondes9949]

Thanks for a great review

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Thanks for watching!

[@luissalazar2209]

thanks for the review..

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Thanks for watching!

[@calebbarringer3140]

Titan fuel tanks have I think a 56 gallon tank you can upgrade and get and it’s easy to install

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Thanks for the comment. I've looked in to those and they only make a tank for the diesel. I'll have to check on that again to be sure. It would be great to have a larger fuel tank! Thanks for watching!

[@williamsally9226]

I have a 2017 xd diesel,love the truck no problems with lt 44000 miles, looking to get a new truck when the warranty is up on this one. The size of the gas tank may be a deal breaker ( I have a axillary tank on my truck now).

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I completely understand not getting another because of the gas tank size. It’s such a disappointment.

[@williamsally9226]

I tow a fifth wheel with it,tows fine payload little over but never had a problem. Pin box 1575 lbs.

[@t.p.209]

Great review! I also have 2018 XD and I love it compared to my f150. It does sound like a diesel 😂, thanks for letting me know I wasn't crazy! I've had numerous issues with nissan service department. I had to replace my gas tank because, for some reason, it was gargling back out all the time, but when they replaced it, they forgot🤬🤯 to tighten it back into place. After 2 days, I had some fuel sensors kick on the info screen and I had to cancel my trip and bring it back to them to fix it and lose a day for that. The dealership also can't figure out that the tires need different psi! I have to train the mechanics. But besides all that, I do love driving it, even though it's a little bumpy, my Ford was smoother but had transmission issues with the Ford! I tow about 7000 lb travel trailer, and it also feels like it's not even there! Great review brother!🤙 p.s. I dropped a magna flow and it sounds even more amazing!

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Thanks for watching! Nope, you’re not crazy! It sounds like a diesel! I would love to throw an exhaust system on mine and see how it sounds.

[@williedixon2035]

Hey Tim was kind of magna flow on it? I have 2020 sv and interested in putting a muffler on mine too.

[@andyrey8644]

I myself have a 2018 XD, the reason why it sounds like a diesel when it idles is that it might have a bad cylinder. Nissan has a bulletin out about it. My engine started sounding like a diesel around 20,000 miles. I ended up getting a new short block. Not all 5.6's have this problem but centers around cylinder #7 on the driver's side. So if your engine sounds like a diesel when idling get it checked out soon.

[@deanc3362]

thanks for the review!

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

No problem! Thanks for watching!!

[@Visia-w3h]

Love this truck. Just don't like the chrome bumper. Is possible to change color?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

You can get other trim levels that have the painted bumper. I believe the Pro4X and the Platinum Reserve, but don't quote me on that.

[@joshc606]

Direct Injection makes that noise. Kinda loud but that’s the way mine is too because of that.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Yes. It’s one strange sound but it’s got the power so I’ll deal with it. Thanks for watching.

[@rodb4523]

My 2017 gas pro4x was knocking at 28,000 miles. Got a new engine under warranty. Another problem I am having is the AC only blows cold out the passenger side. Only thing that annoys me is the transmission isn’t the best. Kind of slouchy. Shifts too soon sometimes.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Completely agree on the transmission shifting too early. It is very annoying! I only have that issue when I'm daily driving, not towing. Sounds like you have a blend door issue with your AC. That should be covered under warranty. Thanks for the comment and watching the review.

[@rodb4523]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure blend door it was. Now the truck is struggling to move out of park….smh

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

@@rodb4523 sorry to hear that. Hopefully it will be covered by warranty.

[@JH-gs4rd]

Dude...I just watched the video and you were in Newton Grove??? I'm in Mt. Olive...going to test drive a 2018 Titan XD this week. Small world!

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

That’s pretty cool! Just down the road. The Titan XD is a great truck with lots of power. Thanks for watching!

[@AB-coyote]

Good review. The XD pretty much is a 3/4 ton truck. The 2 things that keep it from being an actual 3/4 ton are the 6 lug wheels, and the semi floating axle.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Thanks for watching! Yes, it’s a shame they didn’t upgrade the axles. It would resolve both issues and add the capacity needed to be a 3/4 ton.

[@AB-coyote]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure Nissan was trying to fill that ( F200 ) space in the truck segment. I have a feeling Nissan will discontinue the XD. They can barely move them. Even the regular Titan sales are low. I have a 13 Titan and it has been a great truck. I see you got a F350 Diesel. Did you consider the new Ford Gas 7.3?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Their plan worked for us until we upgraded our trailer. I went to purchase an F150 before we bought the Titan XD and after test driving the Titan it just felt more capable than the half ton. We eventually upgraded our trailer to the point it only made sense to upgrade our tow vehicle. I agree that they will discontinue them. I’m honestly surprised they made it this long! I did consider the 7.3 gas. Unfortunately with they way things are I couldn’t find one to test drive and once I drove the diesel, I was hooked. I think the 10 speed and the 7.3 would be an amazing tow vehicle. I’m honestly happy I went with the diesel because I have an upgrading issue and I would have always wondered how much better the diesel towed. I can deal with the extra maintenance costs, I just hope the emissions parts hold up.

[@ridynh7923]

Regarding “3/4” label… the national highway administration states that any truck with a GVWR of 8,501-10,000 lbs, is considered “3/4 ton”. Because the Titan xd has a 8,800-8,900 lb GVWR, this is considered a 3/4 ton.

[@absolute.freedom]

@@AB-coyote trucks are classified by their respective GVWR, the Titan XD is a Class 2b, which is a 3/4 ton vehicle. Axles and lug nuts have no bearing on class designation. 👍

[@Punkinspapa]

My 2020 half ton has a mild shake at highway speeds too. Tires I'm guessing.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I would bet that’s what it is. I don’t even notice it anymore on mine and I still have a ways to go on the factory tires. Thanks for watching!

[@ALDE3B4V3]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure have the dealer or reputable auto shop do a road force balance on all 4 wheels. Worked well for me. Its the best new tech balance you can get. Not all shops have the special equipment though to do road force balancing. Check it out.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Thanks for the great info! I’ll look in to a road force balance the next time I’m in need of service. Thanks for watching!

[@markvietti]

thats odd my 2018 had had 2 engines and 1 transmission with only 40,000 miles,, covered under warranty

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Wow! Completely opposite of our experience. I thought it was a great truck.

[@stephangarcia1804]

My 2020 titan xd sv 4x4 has a lag when i step on the gas pedal before i feel the power of actual acceleration. This is while not towing. I haven't towed anything yet.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I think it’s petty normal for most modern vehicles to have lag. You can purchase a pedal commander or products similar to help remove most of it.

[@kevinmcmanus7232]

I pull a 6K travel trailer with my ford F150 5.0l through Utah. I can live with the low gas mileage, but I'm usually in gear 3-5 (out of 6) and with high RPM's driving 65-70MPH, what gear do you find yourself pulling your trailer? Is it the same in a diesel?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I mostly tow on flat ground here in NC. I usually tow in 6th gear (out of 7) at 65-70 mph. This is normally around 2000 rpms. If I travel west of where I live, in the hills or mountains, I normally manually lock my transmission in 5th gear. When I get to any decent grade, I normally downshift to 4th just before and the truck pulls in the 3000-3500 range. 4th gear is really strong in the Titan. In the mountains of WV it downshifted to 3rd quite a few times and we were turning over 4000 rpms. This was the most I've seen out of it and I have to say that the higher rpms made me less comfortable, but only because of the noise. The truck pulled great and I had no problems holding speed anywhere we've gone. It's very stable and is made for towing anything under 10k lbs. As far as a diesel truck goes, I'm not sure how it tows, but I will know very soon. I just purchased an F350 with the 6.7L, 10 speed. I hope to post a video or two on that truck in the future. Thanks for watching and safe travels.

[@Texas12valve]

I feel like the XD is the perfect truck for me. But man, personally, I hate how they look. Still might test drive one when I'm in the market again

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I understand that. It's absolutely worth a test drive for sure. It's an impressive truck.

[@ryancady4084]

You added air bags, why did you need them, is it because of the car hauler. I just bought a used 19 XD and love it so far! Cant wait to try towing our camper with it.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

We needed air bags for the car hauler. With the help of a weight distribution hitch, you should be fine without them as long as your trailer tongue weight is not too much. Enjoy the XD. It’s a good one.

[@hularock2705]

Nice! Still have my 18 XD Pro4x pulling a Grand Design XLS. 1000% agree and the gas tank size. Nissan also needs a ZOOM function added to the rear camera.....

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Yes!! A zoom for the camera and a bed view would be great additions! Thanks for watching!

[@jerrytalley802]

QUESTION; with the XD being a heavy duty 1/2 ton, why the need for the airbags? I have a 2016 Tundra, and for some reason, Struggle to tow my 6,500 dry weight, 26’ camper. Getting a wiggle in the rear that is bad over 45 mph, rough roads, etc. I see so many others tow 8-9,000 lbs plus with no issues. I’m starting to tweak my equilizer hitch, etc, and pray I can dial it in. I love my Tundra, but if I can’t get this to work where I can tow comfortably, the Titan XD could be in my future. I just wish this came up before inflation hit the car market. I’m also concerned that they are stopping production and wonder how long they will support these trucks. What kind of equilizer hitch do you use? I was going to build my own camper but my 64 year old body talked me out of it, lol. Thanks for the review

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Airbags are great to add stability and help get rid of sag. With our gooseneck, we needed help leveling out the truck so we went with the bags. When we had a travel trailer, we used the Andersen WD hitch with no airbags and it pulled great. It was more for sway control than weight distribution since the titan could handle the tongue weight with no problem. I haven't towed with a Tundra, but I can tell you the Titan XD feels more like a heavy duty truck than a half ton. If you don't want to move up to a 3/4 ton or larger, you can't go wrong with the Titan XD. The support would concern me as well. Hopefully you can get your hitch dialed in and not have to spend the extra money for a truck. Be sure the nose of the trailer is level or slightly lower and that will help cut down on the tail wagging. Thanks for watching!

[@jerrytalley802]

Thanks a million. The rv dealer installed my hitch since I wanted it to be just so. I had a slide seal replaced under warranty and my tech was kind enough to look it all over again and it looked perfectly set up. One suggestion from equalizer company was to lower the attachment point to take some pressure off the hitch and like you mentioned, it’s still there for sway control. I’ll make a mental note on the slightly lower than level on the tongue, which should happen naturally with pressure off the arms, lowering the brackets one set of holes. I have the equalizer with 4 point sway control. Seeing the nightmare scenarios of the trailers starting to sway until the wipe out the tow vehicle and trailer freaks me out. I think 90 % of those come from going too fast anyway. People can be really stupid. I almost wish they required a class (free of course), before you could legally tow. Even if it just covered things like slow down, using a sway control, etc. I really appreciate the feedback and hope I get this ironed out. If not, Hello Titan XD, here we come to save the day/sway, lol

[@Sempersometimes2111]

I couldn't afford the pro 4x XD so the regular pro 4x it was.

[@Jim-iv7yq]

its all about marketing and people sticking with their brand.. even though that brand is crap.. ive had a 2005 nissan titan for 14 years.. literally no issue aside from regular maintenance.. i will likely be purchasing a 2018 Xd gas in next year or so.. its sad that nissan dropped the ball on their rollout and marketing of the truck.. and not being smart with some of the options to get in the tough truck market.. only bonus is will be able to get a used one cheaper than the big 3.. i'll be on the road while others are in the shop

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Great comment! I agree with you! Nissan really dropped the ball.

[@danysuazo19]

Great video! I am in the process of buying one exactly that one you have and I have a question for you, Nissan has a 200,000-miles or 7-year warranty bumper to bumper that's true ? The reason I ask is because I saw in the video that you made some repairs to your truck and I would like to know if Nissan was in charge of making all those repairs without any charge? and again Great Video! Thank you

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Thanks for watching! Our Nissan came with a 5 year, 100,000 mile warranty. The warranty did cover the repairs to the front driveshaft issue. There were no charges for the work.

[@preshj0hnson]

How’s it going, Did you ever get the truck?

[@MotoVlog-lh9td]

They make larger aftermarket fuel tanks I seen them go all they up to a freaking 65 gallon tank lol

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

The only replacement tanks I could find for the Titan XD were for diesel. No luck finding a gas replacement.

[@lukman8400]

Thanks for great review! Did you ever change the tires and did the little shake disappear? Thanks!

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I never changed the tires so I don’t know if the shake went away. I actually traded it in a little over a year ago for a diesel with more payload. Thanks for watching.

[@richeyrich2203]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure what diesel did you get? Is it a new xd? What sort of mileage did you get city/hwy/towing with the one in this vid vs the new diesel you got?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

@@richeyrich2203 we went with a Ford F-350 with a 6.7 liter. The Titan XD would get around 6-8 mpgs towing and 16-17 mpgs daily driving. Our F350 gets 11-13 mpgs towing and 18-20 mpgs daily driving.

[@richeyrich2203]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure the xd Cummins would get that low mileage? I though rates were closer to 17 outside of regen.. very nice choice regardless. Cheers! (I just looked it up, I thought all xd models were diesel.. looks like that was a short lived time.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

@@richeyrich2203 our XD had the 5.6 gas v8. It was very strong for a gasoline engine.

[@stevenzraick499]

Nicely done, any other problems as it has more miles?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Thanks. We traded the Titan in in 2021. It was a great truck while we had it but our trailer was a bit too much for it. We had no issues with it.

[@stevenzraick499]

Thanks for sharing that information with me.

[@randycessna4403]

I've owned a 17 Cummins..actually two but first one got ran over! Got a second one ,an sv cummins.The engine was great but started having issues.Will never own another diesel with def system.So I traded it in on a Tundra.Knew it would tow but then the wind suck when big rigs passed me bottlers me! Or strong winds...its too light.So I'm looking at a base titan xd.Its curb weight is 6753,where my Tundra is 5665.Will one of these help. Also don't they have a longer wheelbase than my Tundra double cab?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I do think the extra weight and longer wheel base of a Titan XD will help with being blown around or sucked into the other lane when being passed by semis. I will say that I experienced the same with my XD while pulling a bumper pull travel trailer. A few things helped this situation though. I upgraded my weight distributing hitch to an Andersen and it almost eliminated the effects from big rigs. I could still feel a few every now and then but it was a huge difference from the Husky Centerline hitch I was using before. There are a few other options out there like pro pride, but those get really expensive. Could be worth it though I’d you don’t have to upgrade trucks. The other thing we did was move from a bumper pull to a gooseneck. That’s a big upgrade, I know, but it’s a completely different towing experience. You just don’t get pushed around by wind, trucks or anything. You would almost have to upgrade tow vehicles at that point though, so I would say that’s not a very cost effective option. Hope this helps. On a side note, I drove my XD across the scales at the landfill when empty a few times and found that with a full tank and just me driving it was right around 7000 pounds. It was a beast of a truck.

[@jeffskeen9235]

Thank you for this review! Looking at getting one of these but I do have a question. What made you decide to go with the 5.6 Gas engine instead of the 5.0 Turbo Cummins Diesel?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Emissions. I know many mechanics in our area that have warned me about newer diesels and emissions issues. If you're willing to pay the ridiculous costs to repair them if they break, then I think they are fine. I am very happy with the gasser though. It has more than enough power for what I do.

[@johnbracewell3700]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure my 2016 XD diesel def pump failed at 53k miles. and nissan uses the EPA 50k mile warranty for emission related parts, a new 1 from nissan was 1,800 and replacement parts only have a 1 year 12k mile warranty :/ the nissan mechanic recommended a full delete and tune, so did all my friends with diesels. the delete and tune was 2,400 and i couldn't imagine having to go back to all that stock emission BS truck drives and tows amazing now, and gets better MPG no more regeneration every few hundred miles no more buying def and the guy tuned it great! only smokes if you really get on it, and it sounds incredible, not "loud" at all, but a nice aggressive sound cummins has been around forever, they know how to make a real world diesel engine made to work 👍

[@johnbracewell3700]

the emission stuff is all BS i live in alabama and no one cares about all that EPA crap several shops in my town offer full deletes i understand more states may be a lil tougher on that stuff tho, my truck doesn't smoke, but you see ALOT of new deleted diesels here "rolling coal" because people delete them right a way

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

This is exactly what keeps me from buying a diesel. In NC, they are cracking down on deleted trucks and shops that install them. There are major fines being handed out because of it. It's a shame because I know towing with a diesel would be a dream. I'll probably stick with a gas truck until something changes.

[@johnbracewell3700]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure they gotta protect there friends and family that invested in DEF fluid businesses years ago 😉😅

[@waynenoll1967]

Watch the episode of the Fast Lane Truck on KZbin where they tow up and over the steepest interstate grade in the country, through the Eisenhower Tunnel and down the other side, comparing the Titan XD with the F150. The XD blows it away. Ford fanboys like to spout towing numbers…

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

It's a beast for sure!

[@joshuakane9815]

Do the rear seats flip and lock up for some flat floor storage space??

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Yes they do! Lots of room with the rear seat up.

[@gordonmckenney4525]

Switch The Front Tires right to Left!

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Thanks!

[@ds77sstx27]

Is the rear seat room comparable to a Ford or Toyota Tundra crewcab configuration? Just trying to gauge how roomy the backseat is...

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I’ve sat in both of those trucks and I don’t think the Titan backseat has as much leg room as the Ford or Toyota crew cab. The Titan is not lacking in leg room and is very comfortable for a taller person, but I don’t believe it has as much as either of those trucks.

[@benb4343]

Agreed, It does have slightly smaller rear seating leg room but if you arent hauling around a group of 6'4 lumberjacks in the back seats, I'm betting you'll have enough room lol

[@mikeyoung4835]

My boys are over 6’ tall, and they seat comfortably in the back of 2019 SV crew cab.

[@qualitylandscapeandhauling7942]

I’m looking to buy a truck to pull my 10kl dump trailer . But I want a reliable truck . I hear the problem with the titans are the jacto transmission. Have you heard this also ? How’s your transmission ?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I no longer own the Titan but when I did I had no issues with the transmission at all. I’m not sure if the seven speed was a Jatco but I know the newer nine speed is manufactured by them.

[@rickmcguire1080]

With the grand design, did you have any issues with sway on the highway? I'm looking at buying a Keystone, 34 foot length with max weight of 8200. I am concerned with sway.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

We had sway issues with the grand design but only because of the layout of the interior. It had way too much weight behind the axles. Once I figured this out, I would leave the front grey tank full and it pulled great. You shouldn’t have issues with a 34’ as long as you have the weight distributed correctly.

[@rickmcguire1080]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure thank you for the information. Greatly appreciate it.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

@@rickmcguire1080 Anytime! Good luck with the camper!

[@prestondeters5093]

Does anyone know if there is an aftermarket fuel tank for these trucks? 26 gallons, like mentioned in the video, just isn't enough for these beasts.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Titan makes an aftermarket option for the diesel version of this truck, but there is no option for the gas engine. I found a few companies that make in bed transfer tanks for gas trucks. They are pricey and they are going to take up space in the bed.

[@itiswhatitis.4520]

Very nice truck. How much did you pay for the air suspension in the back?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Thanks! They were around $450.

[@RUPE88]

Anyone have trans issues with the V8 Gaser? See that was an issue with the 2017 Nissan Titan XD

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

We had no issues with ours.

[@RUPE88]

I found a 2017 in my area with 59K for only $28K

[@fabianfazzari7261]

How big is the gas tank?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

It’s 26 gallons.

[@jimmyunderwood3165]

Hi I am looking at a 2023 Nissan Titan. I have heard they are not reliable vehicles a nd have transmission issues. What is your opinion on this?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

While I don’t own our Titan now, I thought it was a very reliable truck. I never had issues with the transmission and the engine has a lot of power. We upgraded to a 1 ton because our trailer was going to be too heavy once we started hauling toys. If not for that we would still have it. I think it’s just as reliable as any other truck on the market. Let me know if I can answer any other questions. Thanks for watching!

[@scottmendoza8989]

I have the new one, it is unbelievable with 9 speed is smooth. No problem for that all I did was flash it and no problem whatsoever with the whole truck. I've driven all the other big threes and I even drove the new toyota and it felt cheap

[@KoiAquaponics]

Did they relocate the starter so it's no longer under the intake manifold?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I’m not sure if the new model has started in a new location. The 2018 model is located under the intake.

[@Weak_juan]

The 5.6 is a good motor.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Yes it is. It has a lot of power.

[@bobbyt2788]

I just bought a 2017. I saw a post about engine trouble in the 2017 and 2017. Pretty serious ruin the engine kind of stuff. Have you heard anything or had any trouble?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I actually traded my XD in for a diesel because it didn't have the payload and capacity that I needed to tow our trailer. When I owned it I heard about issues with the number 7 cylinder, but I never had trouble with it at all. It's really hard to believe everything you read on forums and groups because the few that have major issues are going to make the most noise about it. I believe if you go above and beyond on your maintenance, you will have a great reliable truck. I absolutley loved mine. Thanks for watching.

[@bobbyt2788]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure Thanks for replying so quickly!

[@Marktec]

Does it have apple CarPlay or android auto?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

The factory radio did not come with CarPlay or Android Auto in 2018. I believe they added that feature in 2019. I have since added an aftermarket radio that has both.

[@Marktec]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure cool, thanks

[@Italianborn]

Looking at this truck...lot of people are shit talking about the diesel with cummins engine..they say too many issues infact nissan discontinued them..

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I don’t have experience with the Cummins in the Nissan but I heard bad things about the Titan in general. I owned mine for nearly three years and only had one issue and it was taken care of immediately. This was with the front driveshaft and had nothing to do with the engine or transmission. I think it’s a great truck and other people don’t want to give it the credit it deserves.

[@Italianborn]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure currently own a 2017 ram 1500 with the v6 gas.. I don't tow at the moment but was looking at this truck or the diesel one...will see..thanks for your honest review 💪

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

@@Italianborn you got it! Thanks for watching.

[@chrisarji3313]

With millions of pick up truck lovers out there I don't know why nissan can't sell titans. They are very good looking. Some reason people have lost interest in nissans .

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Sad but true! They are great trucks that are overlooked much too often.

[@joshforeman9062]

I'm a bit late to the party here but I am genuinely curious. You mentioned in the video you have 3 kids. I am really interested in buying one of these one day, but I will also likely have 3 kids one day. Is there enough room in the back seat to have all 3 back there on a 2+hour road trip?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Thanks for your comment! We took many long trips in our Titan and it had plenty of room in the back for our kids. You should have no issues. Unless you are connected to a gooseneck or fifth wheel, go ahead and add a bed cover. This will help with storing all the extra stuff you have to bring along. Believe me.. there will be so many extra items once you have kids! Thanks for watching.

[@joshforeman9062]

​@@BuildYourOwnAdventure thank you sir!

[@chonkyb3134]

It looks low to the ground ; can it be lifted ?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Yes it can. They make lift kits for these trucks.

[@PiroguesCamp]

I installed a Jensen Car 8000 because the factory radio is junk.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Yes! The factory radio was no good! I replaced it with an android 10” unit.

[@preshj0hnson]

Do you think this truck is efficient enough to be used as an every day truck? Lookin at a 2017 XD gas for $32k with 30k on the odometer .

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

When’s I had my Titan XD, I used it as a daily driver. It’s not the most efficient vehicle but I thought it did well for the size of vehicle. I usually got around 15-16 mpg going to work, usually running around 55-60 mph consistently. You can expect less if you’re driving around town. Maintenance costs were no different than any other gas truck, so that was a plus.

[@preshj0hnson]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure Hmm ok so what is the maintenance cost like in a truck? This will be my first! I’m coming from owning a Jag an the maintenance cost was horrible. I never want to experience that again. Nissan is also offering a 7 year 100k warranty so that gives me more confidence to take that leap with Nissan. It’s between them an a F-150 right now.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

@@preshj0hnson I change my own oil, so for materials and a high grade synthetic I could change it for less than $100. Not sure what a dealer would charge, but I bet it’s much less expensive than maintenance on a jag.

[@МарсельТанатаров-й9н]

xd Cummins Diezel ????

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Our truck is a XD Gasser.

[@anonymousanonymous8454]

Your vibration ever go away?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I traded the truck in before I replaced the tires. I really think it was caused by the stock tires.

[@anonymousanonymous8454]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure oh ok, I’m considering buying one. But I’m not sure of Nissan trucks

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

It was honestly a great truck. I wouldn't hesitate to buy another one. It didn't have enough payload capacity for what we were doing. It had tons of power when towing.

[@Gokusupersayanb]

How much this truck can pull?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

It is rated for 10,100 pounds.

[@Gokusupersayanb]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure can you do hotshot trucking with that?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

@@Gokusupersayanb probably not suited for hotshot work.

[@jmoo72]

Do you Still have it?

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Yes I do. We plan to keep it as long as we can but if we ever add any additional weight to our current trailer with a side by side I think we'll be forced to upgrade to a 3/4 ton or 1 ton truck. I don't look forward to that day because we love our truck.

[@jmoo72]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure i bought a pro4x 2017 5.0 cummins and haul a 10,000lbs! Towhauler! It pulls it with ease!

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

Nice! Yes, it's plenty of truck for what your doing. Enjoy it!

[@Blackcrow350]

@@jmoo72engine still running no probs? If so how many miles

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

We traded the truck in a few years ago. We were going to be over payload and needed to upgrade to a 1 ton. It was a great truck during the time we owned it.

[@maybelive765]

It's got 95% of the 2500 luxuries and 80% of the towing capacity... for a third of the price

[@fabianpachoek7731]

Best is cumins No. V8 gasoline In my opinion is best cumins eigine I look in KZbin videos

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I’m sure the Cummins is a great engine but don’t count the gasoline V8 out. It’s a great power plant for this truck!

[@chrisludwig9783]

the Nissan cumins is terrible

[@ElDiarioMexicano]

13:44 Nissan definately heard you

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I hope so. Did they finally upgrade the tank size?

[@christopherkelley1233]

Throw a Titan tank in it. Not anything to do with nissian lol.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I’ve looked in to the Titan tanks but they say they’re only legal to install on a diesel. It would be awesome if they made it for the gas truck.

[@christopherkelley1233]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure hmm I didn’t know that, I put one under my xd diesel. Still get crap mileage but I can go far now 🤣

[@chrisludwig9783]

@@BuildYourOwnAdventure they said that because there's a legal limit you can carry with regular gas

[@fongvang935]

yup not sure what those bone heads at nissan is thinking. it definitely needs a 40 gal gas tank.

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I couldn’t agree more!

[@kenna.9368]

Nissan is dead wrong for that horrible low resolution back up camera! It looks like something from the 1970s!

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

They could have used a better camera, that’s for sure!

[@refzz1259]

My titan transmission is always searching for gears. It is horrid. Nissan won't fix it. In fact they try to explain the situation as "the nature of the vehicle My parking sensors are always on. Nissan says there is no error code so they can't fix it without that despite the fact they have to yell at me to be heard over the alarms going off. Nissan is a deplorable company. Stay clear of them is my advice

[@BuildYourOwnAdventure]

I hate to hear about all of the issues you’re having with your truck and I can understand why you would advise steering clear. I haven’t had the same experience with my truck or Nissan. Hope they do something to help you soon.