Is the 2015 Nissan Xterra reliable?

Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2015 Xterra ranks as one of the better years for this model, earning a Best verdict with a complaint index of 10 and no recalls.

What problems does the 2015 Nissan Xterra have?

Owners most often reported transmission and powertrain issues, especially clutch slipping or failure, accounting for 60% of complaints. Brakes and suspension issues each made up 30% of complaints, including a reported leaf spring snap and a stuck emergency brake tied to leaking axles.

Does the 2015 Nissan Xterra have any recalls?

No. NHTSA lists zero recalls for the 2015 Xterra.

Which Nissan Xterra years should I avoid?

Based on NHTSA data, 2005, 2006, and 2007 are rated Avoid, with complaint indexes of 90, 100, and 80 respectively. The 2015 model year is rated Best by comparison.

What is the fuel economy of the 2015 Nissan Xterra?

EPA rates the 2015 Xterra at 17 mpg combined (15 city / 20 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,800.

2015 Nissan Xterra Reliability Data: Problems & Recalls

Best The 2015 Nissan Xterra has a Best verdict, tied with 2014 for the lowest complaint index (10) among 11 model years with data. NHTSA lists only 10 complaints and zero recalls for this year, with transmission and powertrain issues the top problem area at 60% share.

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

YearToAvoid Scorecard

Complaint Index: 10/100; #10 of 11 Xterra years
Verdict: Best; vs. other years of this model
Complaints: 10; unique NHTSA reports
Recalls: 0; distinct NHTSA campaigns
Crashes: 0; reported in complaints
Fires: 0
Injuries: 0
Top issue: Transmission & Powertrain
Best nearby year: 2014; rated Best

NHTSA overall rating: Not rated
EPA combined MPG: 17; 15 city / 20 hwy
Injuries / deaths: 0 / 0

2015 Nissan Xterra recalls

No safety recalls on record for this model year.

2015 Nissan Xterra fuel economy and fuel cost

City: 15 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.

2015 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	MPG
2013	No verdict	20	4	17
2014	Best	0	10	17
2015	Best	10	10	17

All Nissan Xterra years: best and worst →

Frequently asked questions

Is the 2015 Nissan Xterra reliable?: Based on NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, the 2015 Xterra ranks as one of the better years for this model, earning a Best verdict with a complaint index of 10 and no recalls.
What problems does the 2015 Nissan Xterra have?: Owners most often reported transmission and powertrain issues, especially clutch slipping or failure, accounting for 60% of complaints. Brakes and suspension issues each made up 30% of complaints, including a reported leaf spring snap and a stuck emergency brake tied to leaking axles.
Does the 2015 Nissan Xterra have any recalls?: No. NHTSA lists zero recalls for the 2015 Xterra.
Which Nissan Xterra years should I avoid?: Based on NHTSA data, 2005, 2006, and 2007 are rated Avoid, with complaint indexes of 90, 100, and 80 respectively. The 2015 model year is rated Best by comparison.
What is the fuel economy of the 2015 Nissan Xterra?: EPA rates the 2015 Xterra at 17 mpg combined (15 city / 20 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,800.