CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2005-2007 Xterra appears to have a widespread defect where coolant leaks into the transmission, causing transmission failure around 90,000 miles. Repair costs are typically upwards of $3,500.
The same defect exists in the Pathfinder & Frontier as well. And according to the New York Times & a class action lawsuit, the defect actually extends through 2010 model year. More info here.
3.6
definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
35,000 miles
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2005 Xterra 35000 miles filled up at gas station gauge went to completely empty. The dte read ------. did some research and found that this is affecting all exterra which seems to indicate this is a real problem with several models, including Xterra's. now trying to find out why they apparently won't cover it. This needs to be a recall as this is affecting all customers.
- Redbank Nj, NJ, USA
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- Redbank Nj, NJ, USA