2006 Nissan Xterra vs 2008 Nissan Xterra
Complaints, recalls, TSBs, investigations and safety ratings side by side, from official federal data. Last verified Aug 8, 2026. Raw complaint counts are not adjusted for sales volume.
| Metric | 2006 Nissan Xterra | 2008 Nissan Xterra |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA complaints | 780 | 119 |
| Recall campaigns | 3 | 6 |
| Service bulletins (TSBs) | 85 | 93 |
| Investigations | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 12 | 9 |
| Fire reports | 3 | 3 |
| NCAP overall rating | — | — |
| EPA MPG (combined) | 16–17 | 16–17 |
| Median reported incident mileage | 82,000 mi | 96,250 mi |
Reported problems side by side
| Component | Nissan Xterra | Nissan Xterra |
|---|---|---|
| Power Train | 268 | 47 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 237 | 8 |
| Engine | 104 | 23 |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 106 | 8 |
| Fuel/propulsion System | 94 | 9 |
| Electrical System | 41 | 11 |
| Air Bags | 20 | 23 |
| Fuel System, Other | 40 | 1 |
Symptoms owners describe
| Check engine light | 121 | 0 |
| Stalling | 55 | 10 |
| Overheating | 38 | 6 |
| Vibration / shaking | 34 | 0 |
| Rust / corrosion | 17 | 0 |
| Loss of power | 16 | 0 |
| Shifting problems | 14 | 0 |
| Airbag warning light | 7 | 10 |
2006 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.