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.
Today my fuel gauge on my 2006 Xterra dropped to empty after a fill up and 80 miles later the check engine light came on. I am traveling alone in remote areas of the southwest. I find that the 2006 Xterra had a recall but for Jan-March 2006. My vehicle, however, was made 2 months prior ... November 2005. I seriously doubt that between November and January they made a change. I only have 67K miles and have learned yet again of another issue with this vehicle. Nissan doesn't make me feel like they care about their customers. I will have to go back to GM for my vehicles in the future.
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Today my fuel gauge on my 2006 Xterra dropped to empty after a fill up and 80 miles later the check engine light came on. I am traveling alone in remote areas of the southwest. I find that the 2006 Xterra had a recall but for Jan-March 2006. My vehicle, however, was made 2 months prior ... November 2005. I seriously doubt that between November and January they made a change. I only have 67K miles and have learned yet again of another issue with this vehicle. Nissan doesn't make me feel like they care about their customers. I will have to go back to GM for my vehicles in the future.
- key9103, Jacksonville Beach, US