Table 1 shows five common steering related problems of the 2006 Nissan Xterra. The number one most common problem is related to the steering column (eleven problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering (eight problems).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Steering Column problems | |
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Is Loose problems | |
| Steering Failed problems | |
| Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems |
The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Xterra. The contact was driving 20 mph when the steering wheel began wobbling approximately one inch. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who inspected the vehicle and found a defective bearing in the upper steering column assembly. The vehicle was not repaired. Read details...
When the vehicle is traveling 45-50 mph, there is an occasional and sometimes violent shake in the drivetrain. . . Like driving over rumble bars. Also some loss of power while accelerating and hard shifting. Read details...
The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Xterra. The contact stated that the steering wheel was extremely loose. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, but the dealer advised that they could not locate a failure with the steering. Read details...