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Issues with Nissan Xterra POWER TRAIN by Years

The Nissan Xterra had plenty of problems with various aspects of POWER TRAIN as 856 complaints were lodged, most of which revolve around AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION. Models of 2005, 2006, 2007 appear to be the most susceptible to problems with POWER TRAIN.

Browse Nissan Xterra POWER TRAIN problems by years

2015 6 2014 1 2013 1 2012 4 2011 1 2010 8 2009 4 2008 41 2007 223 2006 261 2005 405 2004 5 2003 2 2002 5 2001 5 2000 21

Do Nissan Xterra models have POWER TRAIN problems?

Below you may see the POWER TRAIN components and the number of complaints they received.

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 99 MANUAL TRANSMISSION 18 DRIVELINE 6 CLUTCH ASSEMBLY 5 DIFFERENTIAL UNIT 4 TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) 4 AXLE ASSEMBLY 4 DRIVESHAFT 2 COOLING UNIT AND LINES 2 AXLE SHAFT 1 PEDAL/HAND LEVER(MOTORCYCLE) 1 SEAL 1 COLUMN SHIFT 1 PARK/NEUTRAL START INTERLOCK SWITCH 1 GEAR POSITION INDICATION (PRNDL) 1

Worst Nissan Xterra Problems

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
2000 Nissan Xterra Victims: 1

The accident that i was involved in was in july 2000. it was only me and the vehicle involved. the vehicle went out of control and into reverse. i...

AXLE ASSEMBLY
2001 Nissan Xterra August 13, 2002 Victims: 1

While driving 30-35 mph right rear axle and wheel disconnected from vehicle. vehicle at dealership at this time. *ak consumer states that the right...

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
2004 Nissan Xterra February 18, 2007 Victims: 1 Mileage: 42000 miles

I own a nissan xterra 2004 it was in park and rolled by itself from flat to down a drive hitting a moving car then going down a cliff into a tree. no...

Recently reported POWER TRAIN problems on Nissan Xterra

The POWER TRAIN
2007 Nissan Xterra

Transmission has been making a loud noise, a loud "clunk" periodically when in motion and more prevalent going uphill. the mechanic stated the transmission needs replaced due to radiator fluid leaking into transmission and has ruined transmission.he stand transmission fluid is contaminated.

The POWER TRAIN
2006 Nissan Xterra

I purchased a 2006 nissan xterra with 36k miles. may 15th, 2009. i currently have 112k miles on it and have a not start a/t cont fuse blown issue. my service engine soon light came on and took it to my mechanic who told me there was a code stating a speed differential between the front and rear of the transmission. soon after further inspection, my mechanic verified radiator fluid leaked into the transmission and i will need to replace both my radiator and transmission to the approx cost of $5500. needless to say, not only is the extended warranty expired, but i will have to pay the full amount of the repair out of pocket since the lawsuit filed against nissan concerning this issue expired in 2013. buyer beware!!! be careful if you purchase a nissan xterra from 2005-2010 unless you are prepared to fork out more money than expected to pay for a defect that nissan knew about but will no longer support.

The POWER TRAIN
2006 Nissan Xterra

My transmission and drive shaft went out of my vehicle today out of nowhere. i have a new job to get to and no money to fix or replace this vehicle. it's ridiculous considering it only has 136,000 miles on it. i was 2 miles from my house and driving approximately 20mph and it just stopped accelerating. i was stuck on the side of the road in 5 degree weather. i am beyond dismayed and completely without options.

The POWER TRAIN
2007 Nissan Xterra

All the sudden my xterra would not accelerate and shut down. towed to garage to find out collect leaked with oil and damaged transmission and radiator. called dealership who provided no help and quote for $5800.

The POWER TRAIN
2007 Nissan Xterra

Tl* the contact owns a 2007 nissan xterra. while driving approximately 35 mph, the check engine warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that the transmission failed and needed to be rebuilt or replaced. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. the manufacturer was notified of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 127,000.

The POWER TRAIN
2006 Nissan Xterra

I purchased a 2006 nissan xterra after-market in august 2019, mileage 144k. there was no indication of a problem during a test-drive, and it otherwise appeared to be in good condition. three days later, during city driving, the car began to strain to enter first gear from a stopped position (stop sign, traffic light), first a little, and then significantly, and began obstructing traffic-flow, and began overheating after multiple stop/starts. i was barely able to get the car home (4 miles) without having to pull over and call a tow-truck. a trip to the transmission shop on the next business day confirmed not just a transmission problem, but was told it was due to a known defect in nissan suv-type vehicles from this time-period. the car from the used dealer came with "car protection plus" coverage specifically for power-train issues, who denied that they would cover this particular transmission problem for this reason. i now own a very expensive paperweight, or pay a repair bill of $3k-$4k to fix a transmission and radiator that is more than the value of the car.

The POWER TRAIN
2006 Nissan Xterra

The metal tubes that separate engine coolant from the transmission fluid crack. coolant and transmission fluid mixes and cause the transmission to fail. the substance is milky, and cloudy like a milk shake. car was in motion on the city we were coming from the store.

The POWER TRAIN
2007 Nissan Xterra

Radiator defect caused transmission failure.

The POWER TRAIN
2008 Nissan Xterra

Tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan xterra. while driving 50 mph, the vehicle decelerated. the contact coasted the vehicle to the shoulder and had the vehicle towed to his home. in addition, the check engine and 4wd warning indicators illuminated. an independent mechanic came to the contact's home and diagnosed that the vehicle needed a new transmission and radiator. the contact installed the radiator. the transmission was not repaired. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and did not assist. the failure mileage was 133,316.

The POWER TRAIN
2006 Nissan Xterra

Radiator coolant leaked into transmission and we only have 70,000 mileage. purchased extended warranty but nissan service said they don't covere the repair and our extended warranty expired. we saved this cat for our 16 years old son for his college soon ang preparing for dmv. we save money for his car so we don't need to worry. now, we are worried because it will cost us$8,000 for repair by replacing transmission and radiator. besides this i have to pay $190.00 for diagnostic fee. we are not rich and we prepared this car for our son, for his safety, now his 16 years old this june 2019 and ready to take the wheels, this car is his car for college. now, i'm heartbreaking because it's garage kept car with blanket all the time. 70k mileage only. security plus says 72 months/75,000 on odometer. we really need help for repair.