Nissan Xterra years to avoid and best years
Newer Nissan Xterra years have more owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2015 has the most complaints per year, at 2 (10 complaints). Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2013 at 0 (from 4 complaints), 2014 at 1 (from 10 complaints), and 2012 at 1 (from 16 complaints). On the 2015 Nissan Xterra, 5 of 10 complaints name Powertrain.
Data as of .
Nissan Xterra reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Nissan Xterra. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 → Most | 2 | 10 | 0 | Powertrain | 17.3 |
| 2014 → Fewest | 1 | 10 | 0 | Air bags | 17.3 |
| 2013 Fewest | 0 | 4 | 0 | Powertrain, Engine | 17.3 |
| 2012 → Fewest | 1 | 16 | 2 | Powertrain | 17.3 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- SUV
- Oil
- 0W-20 full synthetic (oilchangediy listing for 2014) · 4.5 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 265/70R16, 265/75R16
Known issues for this generation
Recall 11V-592 covers certain 2011-2012 Xterra (also Frontier, Pathfinder, and Infiniti models): engine oil cooler connector bolts can loosen and leak oil, which can lead to low oil pressure and engine seizure; dealers replace the bolts. Recall 12V-462 covers certain 2012 Xterra two-wheel-drive vehicles built in a short June– July 2012 window with front wheel hubs that may break; dealers replace left and right front hub assemblies.
Frequently asked questions
Which Nissan Xterra years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2013 at 0 (from 4 complaints), 2014 at 1 (from 10 complaints), and 2012 at 1 (from 16 complaints).
Which Nissan Xterra year has the most owner complaints?
2015 has the most complaints per year, at 2 (10 complaints). On the 2015 Nissan Xterra, 5 of 10 complaints name Powertrain.
How do Nissan Xterra owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Nissan Xterra years have more owner complaints per year than the older ones.
What engine oil does a US Nissan Xterra use?
0W-20 full synthetic (oilchangediy listing for 2014) With filter, about 4.5 qt is commonly listed for this generation—confirm in the owner manual.
What tire sizes fit a US Nissan Xterra?
Published US specs commonly list front 265/70R16, 265/75R16 and rear 265/70R16, 265/75R16; confirm on the door jamb placard for your trim.
What NHTSA recalls affect the US Nissan Xterra?
Recall 11V-592 covers certain 2011-2012 Xterra (also Frontier, Pathfinder, and Infiniti models): engine oil cooler connector bolts can loosen and leak oil, which can lead to low oil pressure and engine seizure; dealers replace the bolts. Recall 12V-462 covers certain 2012 Xterra two-wheel-drive vehicles built in a short June– July 2012 window with front wheel hubs that may break; dealers replace left and right front hub assemblies.