Nissan Xterra Electrical System Problems
Owners have filed 204 complaints with NHTSA about electrical system problems on the Nissan Xterra across 12 model years. The 2006 model year has the most (41). The words owners use most often: “fuel gauge” (16% of reports).
- 204electrical system complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 5mention a crash
- 4mention an injury
- 0related recalls
- 37%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Fuel gauge: mentioned in 33 of 204 complaints (16%)
- Sending unit: mentioned in 14 of 204 complaints (7%)
- Gas tank: mentioned in 14 of 204 complaints (7%)
- Engine soon: mentioned in 11 of 204 complaints (5%)
At what mileage do electrical system problems happen?
Based on 168 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 204 complaints, 5 mention a crash, 20 a fire, 4 an injury.
Nissan Xterra electrical system complaints by model year
| Model year | Electrical System complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Xterra | 4 | 17% | 42,000 |
| 2010 Xterra | 8 | 21% | 100,000 |
| 2009 Xterra | 3 | 16% | 8,247 |
| 2008 Xterra | 11 | 9% | 73,700 |
| 2007 Xterra | 27 | 5% | 79,000 |
| 2006 Xterra | 41 | 5% | 66,812 |
| 2005 Xterra | 39 | 5% | 82,650 |
| 2004 Xterra | 11 | 13% | 69,500 |
| 2003 Xterra | 4 | 6% | 7,100 |
| 2002 Xterra | 13 | 8% | 44,180 |
| 2001 Xterra | 17 | 11% | 67,094 |
| 2000 Xterra | 26 | 12% | 95,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (0)
No safety recall lists electrical system for the Nissan Xterra. A pattern of complaints does not always lead to a recall.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The contact owns a 2005 Nissan Xterra. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled inadvertently on several occasions. The contact was able to pull over to the side of the road on several occasions. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was restarted…
Odometer Fraud. The contact purchased a 2011 Nissan Xterra. The contact stated that while attempting to register the vehicle, it was discovered that there was a mileage discrepancy. The vehicle was a private sale. At the time of purchase, the vehicle's mileage was approximately 129,000, and at the…
My car keeps stalling out like it's not getting gas.
My car dies out while driving. I've replaced so many parts already and it keeps leaving me stranded.
There is usual rust on body of truck. There is some kind of electrical problem rather itâs the security system or wiring. Thereâs a clicking sound coming from dash area. There is a suspension problem, has to change leaf springs, struts and shocks often.
Frequently asked questions
Do all Nissan Xterras have electrical system problems?
No. NHTSA has 204 owner complaints about electrical system for the Nissan Xterra. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Nissan Xterra electrical system?
No recall currently lists electrical system for this vehicle.
What do owners say about electrical system problems on the Nissan Xterra?
The most frequent phrase is “fuel gauge”, in 33 of 204 complaints, followed by “sending unit” (14).
Other Nissan Xterra problems
- Power Train problems (1,032)
- Fuel System, Gasoline problems (721)
- Engine and Engine Cooling problems (440)
- Engine problems (375)
- Fuel/propulsion System problems (231)
- Air Bags problems (177)
- Fuel System, Other problems (139)
- Steering problems (108)
See all Nissan Xterra problems.