2010 Nissan Xterra Nissan Xterra 2010

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2010 Nissan Xterra repairs by problem area

Engine (20%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (7%)

Brakes and Traction Control (10%)

Suspension and Steering (7%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (37%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (13%)

Other (7%)

Chart based on 30 repairs.
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2010 Nissan Xterra engine repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (17%)

< $100 (83%)

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Chart based on 6 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2010 Nissan Xterra

Engine not specified

40000 mi Idle was surging. Download fixed it 

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2010 Nissan Xterra 4dr SUV

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

9300 mi Dealer replaced belt tensioner because of squealing noise at idle under warranty.  
30000 mi Check Engine Light. Report was evap problem. Gas cap was loose. 

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2010 Nissan Xterra 4dr SUV

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

117000 mi

US $300
Crankshaft position sensor replaced 
63120 mi Temperature Indicator would rise very quickly when in idle. Once moving, it would drop just as quickly. 

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2010 Nissan Xterra 4dr SUV

37300 mi

US $30
Noisy heat shield removed from exhaust piping 

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2010 Nissan Xterra Engine Problems

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