Nissan Xterra problems by year
3,040 owner complaints filed with NHTSA across 16 Nissan Xterra model years. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Complaint totals are lifetime counts — years that have been on the road longer accumulate more reports.
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Most reported problem | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Fewer complaints | 10 | 0 | — | |
| 2014 Fewer complaints | 10 | 0 | — | |
| 2013 Fewer complaints | 4 | 0 | — | |
| 2012 Fewer complaints | 16 | 2 | — | |
| 2011 | 24 | 2 | Air Bags | |
| 2010 | 38 | 4 | Air Bags | |
| 2009 Fewer complaints | 19 | 3 | — | |
| 2008 | 119 | 6 | Power Train | |
| 2007 Most complained | 557 | 1 | Power Train | |
| 2006 Most complained | 780 | 3 | Power Train | |
| 2005 Most complained | 845 | 3 | Power Train | |
| 2004 | 84 | 2 | Steering | |
| 2003 | 72 | 3 | Steering | |
| 2002 | 157 | 5 | Engine and Engine Cooling | |
| 2001 | 150 | 3 | Visibility | |
| 2000 Most complained | 214 | 3 | Fuel System, Gasoline |
How to read this. Complaints are unverified reports owners file with NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation, counted once per case number. Raw totals are not adjusted for sales volume, and recent model years have had less time on the road. “Most complained” flags years well above the model’s median; treat it as a signal for deeper research, not a verdict. This page is not affiliated with Nissan.