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2001 Nissan Xterra Powertrain Problems

Powertrain complaints and recalls from NHTSA

Summary

The 2001 Nissan Xterra has 4 NHTSA powertrain complaints and 0 powertrain-related recalls.

Problem Areas for the 2001 Nissan Xterra

Visibility
38
Fuel System
25
Electrical
18
Engine
14
Other
11
Airbags
9
Wheels
8
Brakes
6
Steering
6
Structure
6
Suspension
5
Powertrain
4
Tires
4
Lights
3

4

Complaints

0

Recalls

0

Injuries Reported

Data source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) · Last updated April 10, 2026

All Powertrain Complaints

Date ↓ComponentSummary
Mar 19, 2021POWER TRAIN,ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEMTHE XTERRA STARTED MISSING AND HESITATING (ENGINE) EVENTUALLY DYING AND NOT RESTARTING. THE MISSING...
Oct 19, 2018POWER TRAIN,ENGINEWHILE DRIVING, ENGINE GOES TO IDLE MODE AND CAN'T ACCELERATE. I HAVE TO SHIFT TO NEUTRAL AND BACK TO...
Sep 12, 2004POWER TRAINRECALL 02V299000/AXLE CORROSION. CONSUMER HAS A CONCERN THAT AFTER HAVING THIS RECALL REPAIRS DONE, ...
Apr 19, 2001POWER TRAIN,WHEELSWHILE DRIVING AT 55 MPH ON I-95 RIGHT REAR WHEEL AND AXLE FLEW OF CAR, THEN, CONSUMER HAD NO BRAKES...

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