What are the most common problems with the 2000 Nissan Xterra?

Fuel system complaints lead with 49, followed by the engine with 35. See the problems section above.

Does the 2000 Nissan Xterra have recalls?

Yes, the by-year data shows 3 recalls. They are listed in the Recalls section of this page.

What is the gas mileage of the 2000 Nissan Xterra?

See the fuel economy section of this page.

Is the 2000 Nissan Xterra reliable?

The record is mixed. Read the problems and recalls sections before you decide.

2000 Nissan Xterra Problems, Recalls and MPG

Q: How many complaints does the 2000 Nissan Xterra have?

NHTSA has 214 owner complaints on file.

NHTSA has 214 owner complaints on file for the 2000 Nissan Xterra^[1]. The biggest group names the fuel system, with 49 complaints^[2].

214owner complaints^[1]

3recalls^[3]

15–19MPG combined (EPA)^[4]

Problems
Recalls
Fuel economy
Safety
Engine and size
By year
Verdict
FAQ

Most reported problems

Owners of this year report problems in these areas, biggest first.

Fuel System, Gasoline. 49 complaints^[2]. Owners describe the truck slowing down and stalling on the road, with a fuel pump or fuel sending unit blamed, and some say corroded wires were found.
Engine. 35 complaints^[5]. In the stories we read, owners describe leaks, rough idling, stalling and an exhaust smell inside the cabin.
Electrical System. 26 complaints^[6]. Owners describe dash lights and gauges cutting out on their own, a wiring fault, and a battery that failed badly.
Power Train. 22 complaints^[7]. Owners describe noisy rear differentials, a truck that moved when it was parked, and a gear that slipped out on its own.
Air Bags. 15 complaints^[8]. This group has the most crashes of any group, at 14^[8].
Brakes. 14 complaints^[9].
Wheels. 11 complaints^[10].
Fuel System, Other. 11 complaints^[11].

Recalls

Newest first. Each recall covers only certain vehicles, so not every 2000 Xterra is necessarily included.

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump (04V230), May 2004. About 586,196 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash.^[12]
Wheels (03V307), August 2003. About 31,700 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash, parts separating. Dealers do the repair free of charge.^[13]
Power Train › Automatic Transmission (00V288), October 2000. About 76,652 vehicles are potentially affected across every model and year the recall names. The recall names these risks: a crash.^[14]

Fuel economy

EPA ratings depend on the engine and drive. Annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not prices when the car was new.

Version	City / highway / combined MPG	Annual fuel cost
Xterra 2WD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive^[4]	17 / 22 / 19	$3,550
Xterra V6 2WD, 3.3L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive^[15]	14 / 18 / 16	$4,200
Xterra V6 2WD, 3.3L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive^[16]	15 / 18 / 16	$4,200
Xterra V6 4WD, 3.3L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive^[17]	14 / 17 / 15	$4,450
Xterra V6 4WD, 3.3L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive^[18]	15 / 17 / 15	$4,450

Safety ratings

NHTSA lists these versions as not rated: 4 DR None^[19].

Engine and size

These are Canadian-market specifications from Transport Canada, so US models can differ slightly.

Version	Length	Width	Height	Wheelbase	Curb weight
XTERRA 4DR SUV 4x4^[20]	178 in	70 in	74 in	104 in	4,094 lb

How 2000 compares with other years

Owner complaints filed with NHTSA for each Xterra model year. The 2000 is highlighted^[3].

Show the numbers

Model year	Complaints	Recalls
2000	214	3
2001	150	3
2002	157	5
2003	72	3
2004	84	2
2005	845	3
2006	780	3
2007	557	1
2008	119	6
2009	19	3
2010	38	4
2011	24	2
2012	16	2
2013	4	0
2014	10	0
2015	10	0

NHTSA's counts for the Xterra show 214 complaints and 3 recalls for 2000^[3]. Among the 16 model years listed, 12 have fewer complaints than 2000 and 3 have more^[3]. The fewest complaints are for 2013 (4) and the most are for 2005 (845)^[3]. These counts are not adjusted for sales, so treat them as a rough guide. The chart above shows every year.

Should you buy a used 2000 Xterra?

The record for this year is mixed, with 214 complaints in total^[1]. Fuel system trouble leads the list with 49 complaints^[2]. Engine complaints follow with 35^[5]. Air bag complaints are a smaller group at 15, but 14 of them involve a crash^[8]. These are unverified owner reports, so check the recall list on this page and have a mechanic look at the fuel system before you buy.

Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2000 Nissan Xterra?: Fuel system complaints lead with 49^[2], followed by the engine with 35^[5]. See the problems section above.
Does the 2000 Nissan Xterra have recalls?: Yes, the by-year data shows 3 recalls^[3]. They are listed in the Recalls section of this page.
How many complaints does the 2000 Nissan Xterra have?: NHTSA has 214 owner complaints on file^[1].
What is the gas mileage of the 2000 Nissan Xterra?: See the fuel economy section of this page.
Is the 2000 Nissan Xterra reliable?: The record is mixed^[1]. Read the problems and recalls sections before you decide.

Keep exploring

Other model years of the Nissan Xterra

2000 this page
2001 150 complaints, 3 recalls
2002 157 complaints, 5 recalls
2003 72 complaints, 3 recalls
2004 84 complaints, 2 recalls
2005 845 complaints, 3 recalls
2006 780 complaints, 3 recalls
2007 557 complaints, 1 recall
2008 119 complaints, 6 recalls
2010 38 complaints, 4 recalls
2011 24 complaints, 2 recalls
2012 16 complaints, 2 recalls
2015 10 complaints, 0 recalls

Compare all model years of the Nissan Xterra

Other Nissan models from 2000

2000 Nissan Maxima 360 complaints, 0 recalls

All Nissan models

Similar cars from 2000: suvs

2000 Chevrolet Blazer 589 complaints, 4 recalls
2000 Dodge Durango 1,075 complaints, 2 recalls
2000 Jeep Cherokee 369 complaints, 1 recall
2000 Land Rover Discovery 70 complaints, 10 recalls
2000 Mercury Mountaineer 123 complaints, 6 recalls
2000 Toyota 4Runner 483 complaints, 0 recalls

All suvs we cover

Facts and sources

NHTSA has 214 owner complaints on file for the 2000 Nissan Xterra (25 mention a crash, 4 a fire, 26 injuries, 1 deaths reported). NHTSA vehicle records
49 complaints name the fuel system, gasoline component group (1 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 62,000). NHTSA vehicle records
Owner complaints and recalls for every Nissan Xterra model year (chart above). NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Xterra 2WD, 2.4L 4-cyl, Manual 5-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 17 city / 22 highway / 19 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $3,550. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
35 complaints name the engine component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 3 injuries, median mileage at failure 73,937). NHTSA vehicle records
26 complaints name the electrical system component group (2 crashes, 3 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 95,000). NHTSA vehicle records
22 complaints name the power train component group (3 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 72,000). NHTSA vehicle records
15 complaints name the air bags component group (14 crashes, 0 fires, 16 injuries, median mileage at failure 65,000). NHTSA vehicle records
14 complaints name the brakes component group (2 crashes, 0 fires, 1 injuries, median mileage at failure 113,500). NHTSA vehicle records
11 complaints name the wheels component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 81,475). NHTSA vehicle records
11 complaints name the fuel system, other component group (0 crashes, 0 fires, 0 injuries, median mileage at failure 67,234). NHTSA vehicle records
Recall 04V230, filed May 24, 2004: Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump. NHTSA recall database
Recall 03V307, filed August 22, 2003: Wheels. NHTSA recall database
Recall 00V288, filed October 2, 2000: Power Train › Automatic Transmission. NHTSA recall database
EPA rating for Xterra V6 2WD, 3.3L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 14 city / 18 highway / 16 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,200. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Xterra V6 2WD, 3.3L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd, Regular, Rear-Wheel Drive: 15 city / 18 highway / 16 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,200. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Xterra V6 4WD, 3.3L 6-cyl, Automatic 4-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive: 14 city / 17 highway / 15 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,450. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
EPA rating for Xterra V6 4WD, 3.3L 6-cyl, Manual 5-spd, Regular, 4-Wheel or All-Wheel Drive: 15 city / 17 highway / 15 combined MPG; EPA estimated annual fuel cost $4,450. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings, 4 DR None: not rated. NHTSA vehicle records
Transport Canada specifications via NHTSA vPIC, XTERRA 4DR SUV 4x4: length 178 in, width 70 in, height 74 in, wheelbase 104 in, curb weight 4,094 lb (converted from centimeters and kilograms). vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov

Complaints submitted to NHTSA by owners; unverified reports, one complaint can name several components. Complaint counts are not normalized by sales; compare years of the same model, not different models. EPA annual fuel cost uses EPA's current fuel price assumptions, not the price when the car was new. Horsepower is the rating listed for EPA test vehicles. Dimensions are Canadian-market specifications and can differ slightly from US models.

2000 Nissan Xterra: problems, recalls and fuel economy