MYRModel Year Report

2009 Nissan Xterra

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2009 Nissan Xterra
RENDERED 2026-11-01T12:56:48.657Z

Only 19 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.

This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.

Only 19 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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Complaints
19

Too few to rank

Recalls
5

Campaigns on file for 2009

Investigations
1

Opened by NHTSA

Top problem
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Complaints per year

2000: 214 complaints 2000 2001: 150 complaints 2002: 157 complaints 2002 2003: 72 complaints 2004: 84 complaints 2004 2005: 845 complaints 2006: 780 complaints 2006 2007: 557 complaints 2008: 119 complaints 2009: 19 complaints 2009 19 2010: 38 complaints 2011: 24 complaints 2012: 16 complaints 2012 2013: 4 complaints 2014: 10 complaints 2014 2015: 10 complaints
2000: 214 complaints 2000 2001: 150 complaints 2001 2002: 157 complaints 2002 2003: 72 complaints 2003 2004: 84 complaints 2004 2005: 845 complaints 2005 2006: 780 complaints 2006 2007: 557 complaints 2007 2008: 119 complaints 2008 2009: 19 complaints 2009 19 2010: 38 complaints 2010 2011: 24 complaints 2011 2012: 16 complaints 2012 2013: 4 complaints 2013 2014: 10 complaints 2014 2015: 10 complaints 2015
2000: 214 complaints 2000 2001: 150 complaints 2001 2002: 157 complaints 2002 2003: 72 complaints 2003 2004: 84 complaints 2004 2005: 845 complaints 2005 2006: 780 complaints 2006 2007: 557 complaints 2007 2008: 119 complaints 2008 2009: 19 complaints 2009 19 2010: 38 complaints 2010 2011: 24 complaints 2011 2012: 16 complaints 2012 2013: 4 complaints 2013 2014: 10 complaints 2014 2015: 10 complaints 2015

2009: 19 complaints

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YearComplaints
19990
2000214
2001150
2002157
200372
200484
2005845
2006780
2007557
2008119
200919
201038
201124
201216
20134
201410
201510

Known problem areas

Only 19 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

Power train

6 of 19 total reports mention: power train, most commonly citing manual transmission.

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Radiator internal failure causing engine coolant and transmission fluid to mix causing transmission to fail.

NHTSA ODI report, 2018-04-06

Also filed under Engine and electronic stability control (esc)

Premature clutch failure in 2ND generation Nissan Xterra. Clutch burnt out at under 5000 miles without warning while driving in snow in 4WD lo. I have 20 years manual driving experience, and have never burned out a clutch.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-04-09

Air bags

6 of 19 total reports mention: air bags, most commonly citing side/window.

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I took my car to complete Recall NumberPC945, I was told that my car has an issue with the driver side air Bag - Clockspring Assembly / Spiral Cable: REPLACE SPIRAL CABLE - C1163/B1049 and also another issue related to the driver side airbag that is...

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-03-06

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Nissan Xterra. The contact stated that he started the engine and the air bag light illuminated.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-05-15

Engine

3 of 19 total reports mention: engine.

Electrical system

3 of 19 total reports mention: electrical system, most commonly citing horn.

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Tl*the contact owns a 2009 Nissan Xterra. While driving 35 MPH, the contact attempted to engage the horn but had to apply extreme force for it to sound.

NHTSA ODI report, 2010-09-30

We purchased a new 2009 Nissan Xterra on June 5, 2009. While driving the vehicle, the following dashboard warning lights come on for no known reason: brake, ABS, slip, tire sensor & vdc.

NHTSA ODI report, 2009-12-14

Structure

2 of 19 total reports mention: structure, most commonly citing body.

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Tl* the contact owns a 2009 Nissan Xterra. The contact stated that she noticed that the rear hatch and rear bumper were completely corroded. The vehicle was taken to the dealer.

NHTSA ODI report, 2013-04-10

Safety timeline

5 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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    2009-01-26Air bags08V690000 Nissan is recalling 242,720 my 2005-2009 Pathfinder, Frontier and Xterra vehicles originally sold in or currently registered in the states of Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine…

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the front czs with a redesigned sensor. The recall began on January 26, 2009. Owners in the other states will receive extended warranty coverage for the sensor to 10 years.…

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    2010-07-12Suspension10E019000 Nissan is recalling certain front and rear lower links, p/nos. 54501ZQ00A, 54500ZQ00A, 551A1ZQ00A, 551A0ZQ00A , 54501EA00A, 54500EA00A, 551A1EA500, 551A0EA500, 54501ZR00A, and 54500ZR00A, sold…

    Remedy: Nissan will notify owners and dealers will replace any affected lower link free of charge. The safety recall began on July 12, 2010. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

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    2010-09-14Equipment10E043000 Marathon is recalling certain seat covers, brand superhides with part numbers 593, 594, 578, 960, 228, 228-09, 267-08, 333, 625, and 630, sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger…

    Remedy: Marathon will notify owners of record and replace the seat cover free of charge. The safety recall began on September 14, 2010. Owners may contact marathon at 1-800-735-2769.

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    2010-09-16Equipment10V401000 Nissan is recalling certain vehicles that were equipped with a garmin nuvi model 750 navigation system. The batteries contained in the affected gps units can overheat.

    Remedy: Nissan will notify owners and the repairs will be performed by garmin technicians by replacing the battery and inserting a spacer on top of the battery free of charge. The safety recall began on…

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    2012-06-11Defect petitionClosed 2016-10-22 Transmission Failures
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    2023-12-08Air bags23V067000 Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2008-2011 Titan, Frontier, Xterra, Pathfinder, Armada, and 2008-2009 Quest vehicles. The resin emblem on the driver's air bag cover may develop cracks and detach during air bag deployment.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the driver’s airbag cover. Owner letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are PC944, PC945, and PC946.

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Buy-smart checklist

2009 Nissan Xterra — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

  • Power train: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Air bags: 6 reports on file for this year.
  • Engine: 3 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

  • Recall 08V690000 · Air bags
  • Recall 10E019000 · Suspension
  • Recall 10E043000 · Equipment
  • Recall 10V401000 · Equipment
  • Recall 23V067000 · Air bags
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FAQ

Is the 2009 Nissan Xterra reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Nissan Xterra?
The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 32% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2009 Nissan Xterra have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.