2006 Nissan Xterra Nissan Xterra 2006

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2006 Nissan Xterra repairs by problem area

Engine (28%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (21%)

Brakes and Traction Control (7%)

Suspension and Steering (16%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (20%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (3%)

Other (6%)

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2006 Nissan Xterra suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (6%)

$1000 - $2499 (18%)

$500 - $999 (29%)

$100 - $499 (41%)

< $100 (6%)

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Chart based on 17 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Nissan Xterra 4dr SUV

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

109500 mi

US $750
Ball joints on both lower control arms worn, replaced with upgraded aftermarket LCAs. Lower control arm mounting bolts seized, penetrating oil and torch failed - had to be sawed off. 
122800 mi

US $800
Lower control arm ball joints failed. Replaced both lower control arms with aftermarket. 
137000 mi

US $315
Front left wheel bearing failed. Replaced hub assembly. 
200444 mi

US $750
Both front lower control arms - remove and replace with new parts. Front shock leaking, remove both, sent for rebuilding at RadFlo, reinstall Passenger front bearing shows excessive play and grinding, remove and replace. Perform alignment. 
196000 mi

US $300
Replaced tie rod end 
196000 mi

US $300
New ball joints on aftermarket UCAs, alignment 
76000 mi

US $1200
Rear Axle Bearings/Seals, Rotors, Backing Plates, Pads, New Breather in Diff/Fluid Service. 
87000 mi

US $800
New Struts/Shocks 
175000 mi

US $1200
Cracked and flat rear leaf springs, replace all suspension and bushings. 

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2006 Nissan Xterra 4dr SUV

265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

97000 mi Loose Bearing(s) in back, may require new axles 
161000 mi

US $250
Front right wheel bearing was going bad, got it replaced before it failed. All other suspension components were checked out and were cleared for continued operation. 

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2006 Nissan Xterra 4dr SUV

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

133000 mi

US $331
Passenger side tie rod replaced 
137000 mi

US $331
Driver side tie rod end. 
258000 mi

US $600
wheel bearing replacement 
54000 mi

US $1200
Right front wheel bearing. 
71920 mi

C $3500
Steering column was loose and swayed back and forth sideways. 
84200 mi

US $200
Broken sway link - both replaced. 

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2006 Nissan Xterra Suspension Problems

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