2008 Nissan Xterra Nissan Xterra 2008

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2008 Nissan Xterra repairs by problem area

Engine (36%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (17%)

Brakes and Traction Control (6%)

Suspension and Steering (17%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (15%)

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

Other (9%)

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2008 Nissan Xterra transmission repair cost distribution

$2500+ (13%)

$1000 - $2499 (25%)

$500 - $999 (13%)

$100 - $499 (38%)

< $100 (13%)

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Chart based on 8 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2008 Nissan Xterra 4dr SUV

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

92000 mi

US $100
CV boot on rear drive shaft tore and leaked grease. Drive shaft replaced under extended warranty. 
138000 mi

US $1100
Damage was caused by owner off roading vehicle. Rear pinion bearings went bad. Replaced all bearings, gears, and seals in rear axle. 
52000 mi Rear right axle seal leaking.  

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2008 Nissan Xterra 4dr SUV

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

179000 mi

US $1500
Rear differential ring and pinion gears worn. Replaced rear axle with one I supplied. 
77500 mi

C $600
Replaced rear axle seals and bearings. 
89300 mi

US $210
rear axle seals leaking, emergency brake failed from oil from seals 
79300 mi

US $350
Rear axle assembly (rear diff and axle shafts) failure. Nissan motor replaced the entire rear axle assembly. I had to pay for the labor to install and 2 days of a car rental. My truck was 18k outside of warranty. Repair normally cost 2300.00. 
198700 mi

US $2500
New rear pinion seal and differential vent 

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2008 Nissan Xterra Transmission Problems

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