There are no safety recalls for the 2015 Nissan Xterra, but owners have filed 10 complaints with NHTSA.
2015 Nissan Xterra problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Power Train | 6 | |
| Suspension | 3 | |
| Electronic Stability Control (ESC) | 1 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Parking Brake | 1 | |
| Unknown or Other | 1 | |
| Service Brakes | 1 | |
| Structure | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Suspension › Multiple Axle — 1
- Structure › Body — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 66,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2015 Nissan Xterra complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Structure · reported Mar 4, 2024
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.
Service Brakes · reported Jun 6, 2022
Leaf spring snapped. Large piece of metal was found in the road. Rear shocks were replaced under warranty several years prior. Known weak point of xterras. Dealer replacement costs were astronomical so I upgraded the equipment for the same cost and did the work myself as I am now slightly out of warranty.
Parking Brake · at 66,000 miles · reported Nov 30, 2021
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. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and it was diagnosed that the axles were leaking oil and needed to be replaced. However, there were no axles available for replacement and that there probably not be any available in the future. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 66,000.
Power Train · reported Mar 7, 2018
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. I'm a lifetime clutch driver (Nearly 20 years), and every vehicle got in excess of 150,000 miles before needing a new clutch. The second generation xterra manual transmission clutch is utterly junk. Don't ever buy this vehicle in manual, or any nissan. After owning 3 xterras in my time I will never own another nissan again. This premature fail is a manufacturing/OEM defect. Please…
Power Train · at 22,000 miles · reported Mar 23, 2017
Bought my x-terra brand new and was told is has a bumper to bumper 36,000 mile warranty, at 22,000 the car would not shift into gear. Had it towed to a nissan dealership that is saying the clutch is bad from normal wear and tear and not covered under the warranty. We've read a lot of other reviews of this happening to other people as well and want to report it. Both drivers in our household are experienced clutch driver with a combined 20+ year experience. I called nissan customer service to further investigate and they called the dealership and just "took their word for it" nothing was really…
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2015 Nissan Xterra have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2015 Nissan Xterra as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2015 Nissan Xterra?
Owners report power train problems most often (6 reports), followed by suspension (3). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 66,000 miles.
Are Nissan recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Nissan dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.