2003 Nissan Xterra vs 2004 Nissan Xterra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2003 Nissan Xterra | 2004 Nissan Xterra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 72 | 84 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 48 | 48 |
| Investigations | 1 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 16 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 2 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 75,000 mi | 62,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Xterra | Nissan Xterra |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 12 | 20 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 10 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 4 | 11 |
| Air Bags | 10 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 9 | 5 |
| Engine | 6 | 8 |
| Suspension | 3 | 11 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 7 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Rust / corrosion | 7 | 12 |
| Brake problems | 6 | 0 |
2003 Nissan Xterra
2004 Nissan Xterra
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.