Is the 2013 Nissan Xterra a reliable year?

Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2013 Nissan Xterra ranks #9 of 11 among Xterra model years (Complaint Index 20/100). It has 4 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.

What are the most common problems with the 2013 Nissan Xterra?

The most reported problem areas are engine (2 complaints), brakes (1 complaints), and fuel system (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 54,575 miles.

Does the 2013 Nissan Xterra have any recalls?

No safety recall campaigns list the 2013 Nissan Xterra in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.

What is the fuel economy of the 2013 Nissan Xterra?

EPA rates the 2013 Nissan Xterra at 17 MPG combined (16 city / 20 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,800. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.

2013 Nissan Xterra Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

No verdict The 2013 Nissan Xterra has 4 owner complaints and 0 safety recalls on file with NHTSA. Its Complaint Index is 20 out of 100 — #9 highest of 11 Xterra model years. The most reported problem area is engine (2 complaints, 50% of the total). Complaints report 1 crash and 1 injury.

Based on NHTSA complaints per model-year, not a reliability rating. Methodology

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 20/100; #9 of 11 Xterra years
Verdict: No verdict; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 4; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 0; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 1; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 1
Top issue: Engine
Best nearby year: 2014; rated Best

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 17; 16 city / 20 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 1 / 0

2013 Nissan Xterra recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2013 Nissan Xterra fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 16 MPG
Highway: 20 MPG
Combined: 17 MPG
Annual fuel cost (EPA): $3,800; 15,000 mi/yr
Fuel: Regular
Current regular gas: $4.32/gal; national avg.

EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.

2013 compared with other Xterra years

Complaint Index: 0 = fewest issues, 100 = most, relative to other years of this model. Avoid Caution Good Best

Year	Verdict	Index	Complaints	Recalls	MPG
2011	Good	40	24	2	17
2012	Good	30	16	2	17
2013	No verdict	20	4	0	17
2014	Best	0	10	0	17
2015	Best	10	10	0	17

All Nissan Xterra years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2013 Nissan Xterra a reliable year?: Judged by NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2013 Nissan Xterra ranks #9 of 11 among Xterra model years (Complaint Index 20/100). It has 4 complaints and 0 recalls on file. This reflects reported safety-related problems, not an overall reliability rating.
What are the most common problems with the 2013 Nissan Xterra?: The most reported problem areas are engine (2 complaints), brakes (1 complaints), and fuel system (1 complaints). The median mileage at the time of failure in complaints that report it is 54,575 miles.
Does the 2013 Nissan Xterra have any recalls?: No safety recall campaigns list the 2013 Nissan Xterra in NHTSA’s recall database at the time of the last data update.
What is the fuel economy of the 2013 Nissan Xterra?: EPA rates the 2013 Nissan Xterra at 17 MPG combined (16 city / 20 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,800. Where several configurations exist, the median is shown.