Nissan Xterra owners have reported 111 steering related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 14 most common steering problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering (66 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's steering column (25 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
I took my Xterra to get inspected 12/27/2024. I was informed I have a recall on this vehicle. Read details...
After repairing steering column problem (recall id# 10v554000) less than one year, the gear box cracked and power steering fluid drained causing power steering lost function. I think gear box cracked problem is related to the steering column problem. Read details...
Power steering failure caused the vehicle to be extremely difficult to steer at low and moderate speeds. Read details...
The contact owns a 2004 Nissan Xterra. While driving 5 mph the passenger side tie rod failed due to excessive corrosion. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they replaced the component. 5 months later, the driver's side tie rod failed and was replaced. The manufacturer did not assist. Read details...
First -my steering was getting hard - I asked a tech at Nissan what possibly could be the problem. They suggested change the steering fluid first. I did and then I learned there was a recall - I would like a reimbursement of $96. 25 for the steering power fluid flush that I did not need. Read details...