#1
Automatic Transmission
Reported across 4 Nissan Xterra model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
Issue Pattern Analysis
Nissan Xterra Common Problems
We analyzed every Nissan Xterra reliability report across 15 model years (avg score 80/100) — here are the issues that keep showing up.
Most-Reported Xterra Issues
Ranked by how often this issue appears in our Nissan Xterra year-by-year reports.
Affects 27% of years
#2
Frame and Undercarriage Rust
Reported across 3 Nissan Xterra model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
#3
Rust and Corrosion
Reported across 3 Nissan Xterra model years analyzed. Pull the full reliability report for a specific year to see exact symptoms, mileage ranges, and repair-cost estimates.
Problems by Model Year
2000 Nissan Xterra78/100
A tough, adventure-ready SUV that requires a thorough pre-purchase inspection and commitment to preventative maintenance to be a reliable partner.
2001 Nissan Xterra82/100
A tough, go-anywhere SUV that offers great value, provided you address its predictable age-related wear points upfront.
2002 Nissan Xterra75/100
A robust, no-nonsense SUV that offers solid off-road value, but requires careful rust inspection and attention to its common age-related issues.
2003 Nissan Xterra82/100
A tough, honest SUV that delivers reliable utility, provided you address common age-related wear.
2004 Nissan Xterra78/100
A tough, go-anywhere SUV that requires proactive rust management and attention to age-related component wear to remain dependable.
2005 Nissan Xterra78/100
A rugged outdoor enthusiast's dream, but a major transmission flaw and rust concerns make careful inspection paramount.
2006 Nissan Xterra82/100
A formidable off-roader, but non-negotiable pre-purchase scrutiny is required to dodge two major bullet points.
2007 Nissan Xterra72/100
A robust adventurer with a major Achilles' heel in its automatic transmission that requires immediate attention.
2008 Nissan Xterra78/100
A tough, go-anywhere SUV, but specific, costly vulnerabilities necessitate a thorough pre-purchase inspection and preventative action.
2009 Nissan Xterra79/100
A go-anywhere SUV that rewards diligent maintenance but can punish neglect with costly component failures.
2010 Nissan Xterra78/100
A robust, adventurous companion, but one that demands a meticulous pre-purchase inspection and proactive maintenance to mitigate its significant known mechanical flaws.
2011 Nissan Xterra78/100
A rugged, capable off-roader if you diligently inspect for SMOD and rust, but requires a cautious approach.
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