CarComplaints.com Notes: The 2003 Nissan Xterra doesn't seem to have any problem trends. The only thing prospective owners should be aware of are the less-than-perfect (but acceptable) crash test ratings.

There are a very few transmission complaints, but nothing like the huge defect that shows up starting in with the 2005 model year.

9.1

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
2,000 miles

About These NHTSA Complaints:

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2003 Nissan Xterra lights problems

lights problem

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2003 Nissan Xterra Owner Comments

problem #1

Sep 092004

Xterra 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • 2,000 miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Headlights came on and off while vehicle was in motion. Consumer took vehicle back to the dealer on three occassions to have the problem resolved. However, the problem recurred.

- Harrison, AR, USA

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