2014 Nissan Xterra
Only 10 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 10 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
- Complaints
- 10
- Recalls
- 0
- Investigations
- 0
- Top problem
- —
Too few to rank
None on file
None on file
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Complaints per year
2014: 10 complaints
View as data table
| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1999 | 0 |
| 2000 | 214 |
| 2001 | 150 |
| 2002 | 157 |
| 2003 | 72 |
| 2004 | 84 |
| 2005 | 845 |
| 2006 | 780 |
| 2007 | 557 |
| 2008 | 119 |
| 2009 | 19 |
| 2010 | 38 |
| 2011 | 24 |
| 2012 | 16 |
| 2013 | 4 |
| 2014 | 10 |
| 2015 | 10 |
Known problem areas
Only 10 complaints on file for this model year — too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
Suspension
3 of 10 total reports mention: suspension.
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My truck has a suspension issue for squeaky noises coming from the front wheel. There was a recall on them but my VIN number isn't included. The truck is sitting down at the local Nissan dealer now to have both fixed.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-09-10
Air bags
3 of 10 total reports mention: air bags.
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The side curtain airbags on my 2014 Nissan Xterra deployed unexpectedly, without any collision or impact. Nissan's Dispute Resolution Programs team is currently investigating (Incident #56613207).
NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-02
Tires
1 of 10 total reports mentions: tires.
Steering
1 of 10 total reports mentions: steering.
Service brakes
1 of 10 total reports mentions: service brakes.
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When accelerating in a straight line, vehicle starts to buck, ABS light goes on, engine shuts off. Speed was ~ 30MPH. Mileage is 147.
NHTSA ODI report, 2014-07-28
Also filed under Electronic stability control (esc) and engine
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2014 Nissan Xterra — pre-purchase inspection
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- Suspension: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Air bags: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Tires: 1 report on file for this year.
Other years of this model
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- Is the 2014 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 2014 Nissan Xterra?
- The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 30% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2014 Nissan Xterra have?
- No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-10-31 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.