2005 Nissan Xterra Nissan Xterra 2005

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2005 Nissan Xterra repairs by problem area

Engine (35%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (28%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (12%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (1%)

Other (2%)

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2005 Nissan Xterra brake repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (22%)

$500 - $999 (22%)

$100 - $499 (56%)

< $100 (0%)

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Chart based on 9 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2005 Nissan Xterra 4dr SUV

265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

155000 mi

US $1500
New front pads and rotors 
175000 mi

US $800
New pads and rotors 

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2005 Nissan Xterra 4dr SUV

265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

108000 mi

US $300
brake and rotors 
128000 mi

US $175
Replaced brakes with aftermarket performance parts 
126745 mi

US $225
Rear brakes worn from normal use; rotors resurfaced and pads replaced 
62000 mi

US $189
VDC OFF AND SLIP LIGHT ARE ON - DIAGNOSTICS WERE RUN & THEY FOUND "ST ANG SEN/CIRC C1143 CODE STORED DUE TO STEERING WHEEL'S POSITION. PERFORMED STEERING ANGLE ADJUSTMENT." THIS ALSO REQUIRED A 4 WHEEL ALIGNMENT. 
114600 mi

US $1800
Brake Rotors and Calipers had rusted and warped. Major pulsing when using brakes. Front and rear had to be replaced. 
78740 mi

C $800
Replaced all four rotors and pads, fixed sticking calipers. 
91760 mi

C $185
Front right brake line corroded and leaked. 

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2005 Nissan Xterra Brake Problems

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