2002 Nissan Xterra vs 2004 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 | 2002 Nissan Xterra | 2004 Nissan Xterra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 157 | 84 |
| Recall campaigns | 5 | 2 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 74 | 48 |
| Investigations | 3 | 0 |
| Crash reports | 21 | 10 |
| Fire reports | 7 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 19 | 19 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 80,900 mi | 62,000 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Xterra | Nissan Xterra |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 22 | 20 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 24 | 6 |
| Electrical System | 13 | 11 |
| Suspension | 13 | 11 |
| Air Bags | 19 | 4 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 12 | 5 |
| Engine | 8 | 8 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 9 | 6 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Stalling | 20 | 0 |
| Vibration / shaking | 6 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 6 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 6 | 12 |
2002 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.