2004 Nissan Xterra Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2 safety recalls on file

The 2004 Nissan Xterra has 2 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 84 complaints with NHTSA, including 10 crashes, 3 fires, 7 injuries.

The most-reported problem area is Steering (21 reports).

2Recalls
84Owner complaints
10Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your Xterra?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

2004 Nissan Xterra recalls

Steering:Column

Recall 10V554Nov 11, 2010500,552 vehicles affected

Trailer Hitches

Recall 04V581Dec 15, 2004131 vehicles affected

Most common 2004 Nissan Xterra problems

Problem areas named in the 84 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Steering21
Suspension12
Electrical System11
Engine8
Power Train6
Fuel System, Gasoline6
Engine And Engine Cooling6
Service Brakes, Hydraulic5
Visibility5
Unknown Or Other5

What owners report

2025-08-09, Air Bags
I have been in three accidents, of decent speed, and my airbags never deployed. I was told to report that.
2025-06-05, Engine
Water pump went out replace water pump motor blown
2024-12-27, Steering
I took my xterra to get inspected 12/27/2024. I was informed I have a recall on this vehicle.
2023-06-09, Air Bags
My vehicle has been in 3 accidents. Being rear-ended at 70MPH, again six months later at 60MPH, then the forward vehicle slammed their brakes, and I hit them at around 30MPH. In any of these accidents, NONE of my airbags deployed.
2022-04-01, Unknown Or Other
UNKNOWN. Wanting to make a recall appointment that was reported on my SMOG check.

2004 Nissan Xterra questions

Does the 2004 Nissan Xterra have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 2 safety recalls for the 2004 Nissan Xterra: Steering:Column; Trailer Hitches. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2004 Nissan Xterra?

Based on 84 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (21), Suspension (12), Electrical System (11).

How do I check if a recall on my 2004 Nissan Xterra has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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