Nissan Xterra problems
557 owners have filed defect reports on this one. That's not a small number. No active recalls — patterns come from the complaint record.
Solid reliability overall. Common issues are concentrated in a few systems.
Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy.
- Reliability score 7.0/10 — around the segment average
Our read of the federal NHTSA complaint and recall record for this exact year and model — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection. How we score.
Top trouble spots 8 categories with 3+ complaints
What owners are saying recent NHTSA-filed complaints · verbatim
There is usual rust on body of truck. There is some kind of electrical problem rather it’s the security system or wiring. There’s a clicking sound coming from dash area. There is a suspension problem, has to change leaf springs, struts and shocks often.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Nissan xterra. The contact was driving approximately 50 MPH when the vehicle stalled due to having no fuel. The contact stated that the fuel level gauge displayed that the fuel tank was half full. The vehicle was not inspected for the failure. The…
I have a 2007 Nissan xterra brought used @ carmax of white marsh md. I have had the car for 3yrs now and have had its regular check and routine oil change. In november the car started with this strange and load noise. I had new tierd replaced and took it back to the place to see…
Purchased a brand new 2007 xterra in november 2006. In the summer of 2009 at about 33,000 miles I ran out of gas in the gas station parking lot when the gas gauge read that I still had a couple of miles to empty. Service engine light came on and I could not get rid of it. A…
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Common questions
Is the 2007 Nissan Xterra reliable?
Mostly yes. With a reliability score of 7.0 out of 10 based on 557 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2007 Nissan Xterra is generally a sound vehicle. The areas to watch are listed in the top problem section above — most are budget items, not deal-breakers.
Should you avoid the 2007 Nissan Xterra?
The 2007 Nissan Xterra is acceptable, with specific caveats. Worth owning if you verify the specific issues below before you buy. The record behind that call: Reliability score 7.0/10 — around the segment average. This is our read of the federal complaint and recall data — not a substitute for a pre-purchase inspection.
What's the most common problem on the 2007 Nissan Xterra?
Based on NHTSA records, the most-reported issue is powertrain, with 172 complaints filed. Typical failure occurs around 114,796 miles. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop.
What's the most expensive thing that goes wrong?
The powertrain is one of the costlier repair items. Average repair cost runs about $2,500 at an independent shop. Typical failure occurs around 114,796 miles. Catching early warning signs can sometimes extend life by 20–30,000 miles.
How do I check if my Nissan Xterra has open recalls?
Paste your VIN into the decoder at the top of this page. We pull live from NHTSA, so you'll see exactly which campaigns apply to your vehicle and whether the dealer has logged the fix. Recall repairs are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status.
Is an extended warranty worth it on a 2007 Nissan Xterra?
Math is straightforward: a quality service contract runs $1,800–3,500 over 3 years. With 557 complaints on file and the costliest repair averaging $2,500, one major failure more than pays for it. The catch is reading the contract — many providers exclude wear items and require pre-authorization, so cheaper plans are not always better value.