2000 Nissan Xterra vs 2002 Nissan Xterra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 7, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2000 Nissan Xterra | 2002 Nissan Xterra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 214 | 157 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 5 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 83 | 74 |
| Investigations | 0 | 3 |
| Crash reports | 25 | 21 |
| Fire reports | 4 | 7 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 72,000 mi | 80,900 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Xterra | Nissan Xterra |
|---|---|---|
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 49 | 9 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 33 | 24 |
| Electrical System | 26 | 13 |
| Air Bags | 15 | 19 |
| Power Train | 22 | 6 |
| Steering | 6 | 22 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 12 | 12 |
| Suspension | 9 | 13 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 32 | 20 |
| Rust / corrosion | 21 | 6 |
| Loss of power | 7 | 0 |
| Clunking / rattling | 5 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 0 | 6 |
| Airbag warning light | 0 | 6 |
2000 Nissan Xterra
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Method. Complaints are unique NHTSA reports. A vehicle that sold more units will naturally accumulate more complaints — use shares and read the underlying reports before drawing conclusions.