2014 Nissan Xterra reliability
The 2014 Nissan Xterra has 10 complaints with NHTSA after 13 years, or 1 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Xterra years here — under the median of the other years, which is 1. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
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The complaints owners file most often name Air bags (3 of 10), then Suspension (3) and Electronic stability control (ESC) (1).
The 2013 Xterra has 4 complaints, 0 per year, and the 2015 has 10 complaints, 2 per year. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2013. The 2014 has fewer complaints per year than the 2015.
The complaint rate is complaints filed in this year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market 2014 Nissan Xterra. How we count. Data as of .
Recalls (0)
No recalls on file with NHTSA for this model year.
Complaints by component (10 total)
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Complaints filed per year
Excerpts from recent NHTSA complaint filings
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"The side curtain airbags on my 2014 Nissan Xterra deployed unexpectedly, without any collision or impact. Nissan's Dispute Resolution Programs team is currently investigating (Incident #56613207). I was currently…"
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"The contact owns a 2014 Nissan Xterra equipped with Cooper Tires, Tire Line: Discoverer A/T3, Tire Size: P265/70/R16, DOT Number: Not Provided. The contact stated that the rear passenger’s side tire had exposed wires.…"
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"LEFT REAR LEAF SPRING BROKE 12/7/2017 REPLACE RIGHT REAR LEAF SPRING BROKE 4/25/2019 - WILL BE REPLACED IN MAY 2019"
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"PASSENGER AIRBAG SENSOR INTERMITTENTLY STUCK ON HEADLAMPS NOT TURNING OFF WHEN ON 'AUTO' SETTING"
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"MY TRUCK HAS A SUSPENSION ISSUE FOR SQUEAKY NOISES COMING FROM THE FRONT WHEEL. THERE WAS A RECALL ON THEM BUT MY VIN NUMBER ISN'T INCLUDED. THE TRUCK IS SITTING DOWN AT THE LOCAL NISSAN DEALER NOW TO HAVE BOTH FIXED.…"
NHTSA crash ratings
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
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| 2014 Nissan Xterra SUV 4WD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 3 stars |
| 2014 Nissan Xterra SUV RWD | Not rated | Not rated | Not rated | 3 stars |
Stars are how this vehicle did in NHTSA crash tests. They are a safety result, separate from the complaint record. Not rated means that test was not run for this version.
Fuel economy
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Combined | Annual fuel cost |
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| Xterra two-wheel drive | 4L, 6-cyl | Automatic 5-speed | Rear-wheel drive | 16 | 22 | 18 MPG | $3600 |
| Xterra four-wheel drive | 4L, 6-cyl | Automatic 5-speed | Four-wheel drive | 15 | 20 | 17 MPG | $3800 |
| Xterra four-wheel drive | 4L, 6-cyl | Manual 6-speed | Four-wheel drive | 16 | 20 | 17 MPG | $3800 |
Specs and fitment
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Is the 2014 Nissan Xterra reliable?
The 2014 Nissan Xterra has 10 complaints with NHTSA after 13 years, or 1 per year. That is fewer complaints per year than most Xterra years here — under the median of the other years, which is 1. NHTSA has no recalls on file for this model year.
What are common problems with a 2014 Nissan Xterra?
The complaints owners file most often name Air bags (3 of 10), then Suspension (3) and Electronic stability control (ESC) (1).
Is the 2014 Nissan Xterra more reliable than the years next to it?
The 2013 Xterra has 4 complaints, 0 per year, and the 2015 has 10 complaints, 2 per year. The 2014 has more complaints per year than the 2013. The 2014 has fewer complaints per year than the 2015.
Has the 2014 Nissan Xterra been recalled?
NHTSA has no recalls on file for the 2014 Nissan Xterra.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2014 Nissan Xterra?
Owners have filed 10 complaints about the 2014 Nissan Xterra with NHTSA.
What mpg does a 2014 Nissan Xterra get?
EPA-rated combined fuel economy for the 2014 Nissan Xterra is 17.3 MPG. See the fuel economy table on this page for city and highway figures by engine and transmission.
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.