Nissan Xterra owners have reported 2 latches/locks/linkage related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 1 most common latches/locks/linkage problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's latches/locks/linkage (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Latches/locks/linkage problems |
The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Xterra. The contact was driving approximately 40 mph when the door locks began clicking. When the contact attempted to exit the vehicle the drivers side door would not open. The contact was eventually able to exit the vehicle but the clicking sound continued and the doors remained locked. When the contact disconnected the battery the clicking sound stopped. The contact indicated that the defect did not occur on the hatch door of the vehicle. The failure was not diagnosed nor was the vehicle repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 97,000. Updated 03/31/lj.
The anchor pins for the assist cylinders on the rear hatch are rusting badly. I've told my wife not to open the hatch until the dealer can get in new parts we ordered. We asked the dealer is this has been a problem and they said no. Since we did not buy the extended warranty and mileage is 86000 this would not be covered under warranty. I contacted Nissan USA and got the same answer. The rear hatch is made from metal and is heavy. If one of these rusty pins fails the hatch will fall on someone's head. This should be a recall to check the pins for rusting and replaced if they are rusted. The new parts are redesigned and I wonder why the part was redesigned? 2005 was the first year of this body style so there may have been problems in some of the components used on this vehicle. The new parts are about $60. 00 and I'll put them on. How much would it cost Nissan if this hatch falls on my wife?.