2015 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
2015: 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.
Power train
6 of 10 total reports mention: power train.
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Vehicle started showing signs of clutch slipping at 50,000 miles: engine would rev up while clutch pedal was fully out, then you would feel it re-engage completely after a few seconds of whining and spinning.
NHTSA ODI report, 2018-03-07
Nissan Xterra 2015 purchased on 3/14/2015. Odometer at 4200 miles. Vehicle has loss of power for approximately 30 seconds. Vdc dash indicator turns on. Sometimes accompanied by metallic grinding noise as if the ABS system has turned on.
NHTSA ODI report, 2015-06-28
Also filed under Vehicle speed control and electronic stability control (esc)
Suspension
3 of 10 total reports mention: suspension, most commonly citing multiple axle.
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The contact owns a 2015 Nissan Xterra. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked with the emergency brake activated, the emergency brake button was stuck.
NHTSA ODI report, 2021-11-30
Also filed under Parking brake
Vehicle speed control
1 of 10 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
Structure
1 of 10 total reports mentions: structure, most commonly citing body.
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Rear passenger side door will not open from the inside or outside. This is apparently a widespread problem for Nissan Xterra rear doors. It creates a safety problem as passengers cannot leave the vehicle in case of an accident.
NHTSA ODI report, 2024-03-04
Service brakes
1 of 10 total reports mentions: service brakes.
Safety timeline
No recalls on file for this model year.
0 recalls · 0 investigations · oldest first
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Buy-smart checklist
2015 Nissan Xterra — pre-purchase inspection
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- Power train: 6 reports on file for this year.
- Suspension: 3 reports on file for this year.
- Vehicle speed control: 1 report on file for this year.
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- Is the 2015 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 2015 Nissan Xterra?
- The most-reported component is power train, accounting for 60% of complaints on file.
- How many recalls does the 2015 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.