Table 1 shows eleven common engine and engine cooling related problems of the 2001 Nissan Xterra. The number one most common problem is related to the manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe (six problems). The second most common problem is related to the cooling fan (three problems).
Tl- the contact owns a 2001 Nissan Xterra. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 mph, there was a fluttering sound. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The mechanic stated that the exhaust manifold was fractured and would have to be replaced. Read details...
The thermostat and fan clutch in the cooling system of the vehicle has failed 3 times in the years I have owned my Nissan. The engine will rise in temperature and because of the fan clutch and thermostat failure, the engine temperature rises to unsafe levels. Read details...
I am the original owner of a 2001 Nissan Xterra xe v6 3. 3l engine. All maintenance done at mossy Nissan is san diego. I am now having to replace the head gasket after 89000mi. Nissan does not offer any warranty for the failure of the engine gasket. This is problematic and needs to be corrected. Read details...