Nissan Xterra owners have reported 214 equipment related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 10 most common equipment problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's equipment (165 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's carrier/rack (29 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
I took my 2007 Nissan Xterra to the dealer on 08/04/2025 to complete the air bag safety recall. The dealer performed the recall service, but the recall status has not been updated in the system or on the NHTSA website. It still shows as “incomplete. Read details...
The metal tubes that separate engine coolant from the transmission fluid crack. Coolant and transmission fluid mixes and cause the transmission to fail. The substance is milky, and cloudy like a milk shake. Car was in motion on the city we were coming from the store. Read details...
When I drove it to work, there were a few delays while shifting gears. After half hour driving it, I heard water splashing sounds. I turned off the radio and I heard the splashing sounds even more clear. In the same time, I smelled electronic burnt like smells. Read details...
The gas gauge doesn�t work Read details...
The step boards of the 2000 Nissan Xterra are corroding. I have been the only owner of the vehicle and there has been no damage or unusual usage of the step boards that would have casued the corrosion. Otherwise, the vehicle, both mechnaically and body, is in excellent shape. Read details...