2001 Nissan Xterra Nissan Xterra 2001

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2001 Nissan Xterra repairs by problem area

Engine (60%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (3%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (14%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (0%)

Other (0%)

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2001 Nissan Xterra electrical repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (0%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (40%)

< $100 (60%)

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2001 Nissan Xterra 4dr SUV

170-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed manual RWD

137000 mi

US $250
A/C ceased working. Major leak in a high pressure line. Line was replaced and system recharged. 

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2001 Nissan Xterra 4dr SUV

170-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic RWD

210000 mi

US $340
alternator problems blew 100amp fuse, and fuses in aftermarket stereo. Replaced fuse, and alternator 
197000 mi

US $33
Recharged A/C refrigerant 

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2001 Nissan Xterra 4dr SUV

170-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

303000 mi

US $10
AC clutch slipping, causing clutch to disengage and no longer cool the vehicle interior. Had to remove spacers from clutch assembly to reduce clutch disk to pulley air gap to be within specification. 
73000 mi had to replace driver's side window switch as the window would intermittently get stuck down. also had to replace foglamp assembly as bulb failed, severe condensation and deterioration. 

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2001 Nissan Xterra Electrical Problems

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