Nissan Xterra complaints by model year
3,099 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2014 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| 2012 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2011 | 24 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| 2010 | 38 | 4 | 0 | 4 |
| 2009 | 19 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| 2008 | 119 | 9 | 3 | 6 |
| 2007 | 557 | 3 | 3 | 1 |
| 2006 | 780 | 12 | 3 | 3 |
| 2005 | 845 | 7 | 6 | 3 |
| 2004 | 84 | 10 | 3 | 2 |
| 2003 | 72 | 16 | 2 | 3 |
| 2002 | 157 | 21 | 7 | 5 |
| 2001 | 150 | 15 | 5 | 3 |
| 2000 | 214 | 25 | 4 | 3 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 2006–2015. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 2006 | 2007 | 2008 | 2009 | 2010 | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Power train | 268 | 231 | 47 | 6 | 11 | 1 | 6 | 1 | 1 | 6 |
| Fuel system | 276 | 167 | 9 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 104 | 85 | 23 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 2 | 1 | 0 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 106 | 75 | 8 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 94 | 63 | 9 | 0 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Air bags | 20 | 26 | 23 | 6 | 11 | 9 | 4 | 0 | 3 | 0 |
| Electrical system | 41 | 27 | 11 | 3 | 8 | 4 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Unknown or other | 26 | 30 | 8 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Nissan Xterra recalls (21)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Xterra model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 23V067000 | Feb 10, 2023 | Driver's Side Air Bag Cover Emblem May Detach | 2008–2011 | 16.1% |
| 12V462000 | Sep 20, 2012 | Wheel Hubs May Crack Due To Insufficient Hardness | 2012 | — |
| 11V592000 | Dec 19, 2011 | ENGINE OIL COOLER CONNECTOR BOLT | 2011, 2012 | — |
| 10V554000 | Nov 11, 2010 | STEERING COLUMN LOWER SHAFT | 2002, 2003, 2004 | — |
| 10V517000 | Oct 28, 2010 | ENGINE CONTROL MODULE | 2005, 2006 | — |
| 10V401000 | Sep 10, 2010 | PORTABLE AUTOMOTIVE GPS PRODUCTS/OVERHEATS | 2008, 2009, 2010 | — |
| 10V208000 | May 14, 2010 | LOWER CONTROL LINK ASSEMBLY | 2010 | — |
| 10V115000 | Mar 24, 2010 | AIR BAG & STEERING COLUMN FASTENERS | 2010 | — |
| 10V075000 | Mar 3, 2010 | FUEL TANK SHELLS | 2006, 2008 | — |
| 08V690000 | Dec 29, 2008 | FRONT CRASH ZONE SENSOR HOUSING/ROAD SALT | 2005–2009 | — |
| 08V045000 | Jan 25, 2008 | FMVSS 110/INCORRECT TIRE PLACARD | 2008 | — |
| 07V528000 | Nov 16, 2007 | REDUCTION IN BRAKE EFFECTIVENESS | 2008 | — |
| 05V458000 | Oct 5, 2005 | TOW HITCH ASSEMBLIES | 2005 | — |
| 04V581000 | Dec 15, 2004 | NISSAN/TOW HITCH | 2004 | — |
| 04V230000 | May 24, 2004 | NISSAN/FUEL SENDING UNIT | 2000–2003 | — |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Nissan Xterra FAQ
How many recalls has the Nissan Xterra had?
NHTSA lists 21 recall campaigns that cover at least one Nissan Xterra model year from 2000 to 2015. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Nissan Xterra year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2005 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (845) and the 2013 the fewest (4). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Nissan Xterra problems?
Across the 2006–2015 model years, owners most often name the power train, fuel system, engine in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Nissan Xterra get?
EPA rates the 2015 Nissan Xterra at 17 to 18 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.