general problems of the 2002 Nissan Xterra

Six problems related to suspension have been reported for the 2002 Nissan Xterra. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Nissan Xterra based on all problems reported for the 2002 Xterra.

1 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 05/20/2003

This is a very solid, and stable vehicle in the snow and ice, (with studded snow tires, all season radials only work in florida) it handles well, and performs nicely for a small SUV. The only complaints that I have with this vehicle, is that the ride is a bit rough. And it is a bit uncomfortable for taller people on long rides. To those that are complaining about the vehicle pulling to the left and right. Cure #1, get the car aligned. #2, check the road you are driving on, the track width on the Xterra is narrow, it may be catching a groove in the road. #3 check the tire pressures, to complaints about the braking. . . . . . . Have the brakes checked, rotors, pads, or calipers could be sticking.

2 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 03/21/2003

Car pulls to the right since I bought it. I took it to the dealer several times about 4 to do an alignment and still the same its very dangerous.

3 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 12/09/2002

While driving vehicle pulls to the right or left. Also, when braking it tends to pull on either side making it hard to control.

4 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 05/31/2002

Vehicle vibrates so hard that passenger's seat makes an annoying noise, consumer loses concentration of the road. Please provide any further information.

5 Suspension problem

Failure Date: 05/21/2002

Vehicle vibrates so hard that passenger's seat back vibrates as it the seat is broken and makes an annoying noise. Contacted dealer they said they can not do anything about it. Please provide any info you have.

6 Suspension problem

While driving vehicle pulls to right and left. Also when braking it has a pulling effect. In addition, had problem with tires. The vehicle has temperature control problems. Also the windshield cracked. The cd player makes noise and the radio malfunctioned. The a/c shorted out. The right rear power window made noise when rolling up and down. Check the engine light came on.




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