2007 Nissan Xterra Steering Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 1%of 557 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 54,500miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the steering of the 2007 Nissan Xterra, 1% of the 557 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 54,500 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Stop and filled it up with gas starter down the road an check engin came on stop and turn it off now tthe motor wont turn the transmission was working perfeict the codes c1163 sent it to ted russell Nissan they tell me its the transmission is bad no pink water in the radiator cost 5000 dollars to fix why cant a bunch of people thats having the problem sue Nissan I was driving down the road”
NHTSA complaint #11084059, filed 2018-04, 143,683 miles“The lower links and p/nos. This collar weld wasn't strong enough and it has separated and deteriorated,and could cause a possible vehicle crash. It makes noise at a low to high speed. I need my VIN # added to the recall list that is listed above with the other recalls for the Nissan Xterra.”
NHTSA complaint #10653637, filed 2014-11, 80,000 miles“The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Xterra. While driving 30 MPH, the steering locked and prevented the vehicle from moving. The dealer stated that the steering column locked and the entire component was replaced. The dealer also stated that this failure was common on many nissans. The current mileage was 200 and failure mileage was 180.”
NHTSA complaint #10202036, filed 2007-09, 180 miles“The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Xterra. The contact was driving approximately 35-40 MPH when the vehicle stalled without warning. The contact was able to restart the vehicle and it was taken to an authorized dealer for inspection. The dealer made repairs to the vehicle however, the contact stated that the vehicle was in worse condition after repairs. The steering wheel was extremely loose, the fuel level gauge was not operating, the tire pressure warning gauge indicator remained illuminated and occasionally, the vehicle would fail to start. …”
NHTSA complaint #10384116, filed 2011-02, 29,000 milesRelated service bulletins
- 10243708Sep 21, 2023DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of…
- 10232652Feb 22, 2023DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of…
- 10192597Jul 6, 2015SERVICE INFORMATION When servicing run flat tires or low profile tires: - Special equipment and procedures are required to avoid damage. - Specifically, Tire Pressure Monitor…
- 10192524Feb 6, 2015SERVICE INFORMATION When diagnosing possible power steering gear (rack and pinion steering rack, or steering rack) leak issues, it may appear the steering rack is leaking when…
- 10192217Jul 23, 2013If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and…
- 10192216Jul 23, 2013SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item…
- 10043771Mar 22, 2012Nissan: pathfinder, xterra, and frontier; power steering hose service part change.
- 10034871Sep 27, 2010Nissan: power steering oil cooler service. If a power steering oil cooler needs to be replaced for any reason, please refer to the service procedure.
Steering: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 1 | 10% |
| 2011 | 1 | 4% |
| 2010 | 2 | 5% |
| 2007 | 6 | 1% |
| 2006 | 22 | 3% |
| 2005 | 10 | 1% |
| 2004 | 20 | 24% |
| 2003 | 12 | 17% |
| 2002 | 22 | 14% |
| 2001 | 6 | 4% |
| 2000 | 6 | 3% |
Other parts of the 2007 Nissan Xterra
231 complaintsFuel system
228 complaintsEngine
85 complaintsEngine cooling
75 complaintsOther or unknown
30 complaintsElectrical system
27 complaintsAir bags
26 complaintsSuspension
11 complaintsVehicle speed control
7 complaintsBrakes
6 complaintsElectronic stability control
6 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2007 Nissan Xterra
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology