Table 1 shows three common tire related problems of the 2002 Nissan Xterra. The number one most common problem is related to the tire (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the spare tire (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Tire problems | |
| Spare Tire problems | |
| Tire Sidewall problems |
Have complained to dealership (east TN Nissan, knoxville) on several occasions that there is significant vibration all over vehicle. Hear intermittent whistling noise--cannot tell if coming from front or rear. I suggested to them it might be a wheel bearing. Dealership insists not. Read details...
2002 Nissan Xterra: the spare tire holder winch mechanism in ne regions rusts (from what I gather in on line research the problem is rampant) and freezes not allowing you to lower the tire to replace a flat. I had a flat on a very busy road. I could not lower the spare and bent the rod. Called aaa. Read details...
Tires are developing a series of cracks extending from the tap into the sidewalls Read details...