CarRecallWatchThe 2009 Nissan Xterra has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 19 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Power Train (6 reports).
2009 Nissan Xterra recalls
Driver Airbag Emblem May Break Off and Strike Occupants
The resin emblem on the driver's airbag cover can crack and detach when the airbag deploys.
Most common 2009 Nissan Xterra problems
Problem areas named in the 19 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Power Train | 6 |
| Air Bags | 6 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Engine | 3 |
| Structure | 2 |
| Service Brakes | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Electronic Stability Control (Esc) | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
What owners report
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 under the steering wheel. I was quoted over $2000 to fix the issue. The recall is to replace the decal over the airbag and I think the issue is bigger than that, the issue is the airbag clock spring/ spiral cable that malfunctions and not only the plastic plate. A quick Google search will show you that this is a known issue that impacts thousands of Xterra owners. Nissan is fraudulently just replacing the plastic Nissan Emblem when the issue is w
Cracked cooler tube caused transmission oil & coolant to mix causing transmission failure.
A FAULTY RADIATOR CAUSED MY TRANSMISSON AND COOLANT TO LEAK TOGETHER CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE TRANSMISSION. NOW MY TRANSMISSION NEEDS TO BE REPLACED
I PURCHASED THIS 1 OWNER TRADE IN 4/11/19. AS OF 5/9/19 I STARTED TO EXPERIENCE PRONOUNCED ISSUES WITH LOSING POWER AROUND 40 MPH . DIAGNOSTICS CONFIRMED THAT IT WAS DUE TO A LEAK IN THE COOLING COIL WHICH RESULTED IN COOLANT IN MY TRANSMISSION FLUID WHICH DAMAGE THE TRANSMISSION. I HAVE FILED A CLAIM UNDER THE CLASS ACTION REQUIRED EXTENDED WARRANTY. AS I WAS UNAWARE OF THIS ISSUE AND DIDN'T KNOW WHAT WAS HAPPENING AND HONESTLY AFRAID TO FIND OUT SINCE I STILL OWE 5000 DOLLARS ON THE CAR I PUT OFF GETTING THE DIAGNOSTICS. THE FINAL STRAW CAME WHEN I WAS MERGING ONTO THE HIGHWAY AND LOST POWER TRYING TO MERGE INTO FAST TRAFFIC. I FINALLY CALLED A LOCAL REPAIR SHOP FOR DIAGNOSTICS ON 5/31/
I TOOK MY XTERRA IN BECAUSE IT CONSTANTLY BLEW HOT AIR. UPON INSPECTION I WAS INFORMED OF THE TSB ISSUED BY NISSAN THAT THE RADIATOR TUBES CAN CRACK AND MIX COOLANT WITH TRANSMISSION FLUID AND THAT I WAS LOW ON COOLANT BECAUSE OF THAT. THE TECH INFORMED ME THAT THE LEAK WAS MINIMAL BUT NEEDED TO BE REPLACES ASAP. THE RADIATOR WAS REPLACED AND LINES FLUSHED AND ALSO HAD TO TAKE MY CAR INTO A TRANS EXPERT TO FLUSH AND INSPECT THE TRANSMISSION
2009 Nissan Xterra questions
Does the 2009 Nissan Xterra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2009 Nissan Xterra: Driver Airbag Emblem May Break Off and Strike Occupants; Equipment:Electrical:Navigational System(Global Positioning System); Air Bags:Frontal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 Nissan Xterra?
Based on 19 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (6), Air Bags (6), Electrical System (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 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.