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.
Just about 3 weeks ago my car starting acting up. Now everytime I go to accelerate to 60 mph and beyond my car starts to shudder and strain. I feel like it is about to break down. I have had it checked and the mechanic was confused...he said it might be the drive shaft. The reason for that is because when he drove it in 4 wheel drive it did not make the sounds.
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Just about 3 weeks ago my car starting acting up. Now everytime I go to accelerate to 60 mph and beyond my car starts to shudder and strain. I feel like it is about to break down. I have had it checked and the mechanic was confused...he said it might be the drive shaft. The reason for that is because when he drove it in 4 wheel drive it did not make the sounds.
- Kim W., Frederick, MD, US