Recall 17V268 affects 44,264 2016-2017 Nissan Titan Crew Cab trucks for rear seatbelt impact-protection defects. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
Nissan is recalling 44,264 2016-2017 Titan Crew Cab and Titan XD Crew Cab vehicles because a rear seatbelt assembly defect can let an occupant's head contact the D-ring bolt trim cap during a crash. That contact increases injury risk, and Nissan dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The rear seatbelt assembly in a 2016-2017 Nissan Titan Crew Cab holds a rear-seat occupant in the right position during a crash. The belt controls how the passenger's body and head move, and the upper shoulder-belt anchor near the side pillar guides the belt across the shoulder. A small trim cap covers the bolt at that anchor point.
On affected Titan Crew Cab trucks, the rear seatbelt area does not provide the required head protection in an interior impact. In a crash, the occupant's head can move far enough to contact the D-ring bolt trim cap. That contact is the defect Nissan reported, and it means the trucks do not meet the required interior-impact protection standard.
There is no warning sign before failure. The belt can look normal in everyday use because the problem appears during crash loading, not during routine buckling or driving.
Who's affected?
Spans 2 Titan model years, both tied to the same rear seat-belt component.
| 2016 Nissan Titan | seat belt |
|---|---|
| 2017 Nissan Titan | seat belt |
| Units affected | 44,264 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific pickup truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
In a crash, an occupant's head can contact the D-ring bolt trim cap, increasing the risk of injury. This recall does not call for parking the vehicle or stopping normal use, but the repair should be scheduled soon. Repair is free at any franchised Nissan dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016-2017 Nissan Titan is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the free C-Pillar finisher padding and seatbelt bolt-cap repair that addresses rear-seat head contact with the D-ring trim cap in a crash.
- Bring the recall notice if Nissan mailed one. If not, reference recall number 17V268 when you call.
- Avoid placing passengers in the rear seat until the repair is complete when another seating option is available.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Nissan technician installs energy absorbing material behind the C-Pillar finishers and replaces the covered seatbelt bolt and bolt cap. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Out-of-pocket repairs already paid are handled through the existing warranty, not through a separate reimbursement program, since the subject vehicles are under warranty. Ask the service desk how warranty coverage applies if you have prior repair paperwork for this seatbelt or trim cap issue.
| Reimbursement | Warranty coverage applies |
|---|
Timeline
| April 24, 2017 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 31, 2017 | Dealer notification began |
| September 19, 2017 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 17V268?
Recall 17V268 covers 44,264 2016-2017 Nissan Titan Crew Cab and Titan XD Crew Cab vehicles with a rear seatbelt assembly issue. In a crash, an occupant's head can contact the D-ring bolt trim cap, increasing injury risk. Nissan dealers install energy absorbing material and replace the seatbelt bolt and bolt cap for free.
What should I do if my 2016-2017 Nissan Titan is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 17V268. If it is, contact a franchised Nissan dealer to schedule the rear seatbelt repair. Reference recall number 17V268 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and Nissan's remedy says dealers will install energy absorbing material and replace the seatbelt bolt and bolt cap free of charge. Use a franchised Nissan dealer for the recall work.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is higher injury exposure for a rear-seat occupant during a crash. The rear seatbelt assembly does not adequately protect the occupant's head from contact with the D-ring bolt trim cap. Nissan's free dealer repair adds energy absorbing material and replaces the affected seatbelt hardware.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/17V268000 |
|---|---|
| Nissan customer service | 1-800-647-7261 |
| NHTSA recall # | 17V268 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 17V268000 |
Source documents
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Download Misc. Document (PDF) - Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →