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2000 Nissan Xterra recalls and problems

3 recalls and 214 owner complaints on file with NHTSA for the 2000 Nissan Xterra.

3
recalls
214
owner complaints
25
complaints mentioning a crash
4
mentioning a fire

Recalls apply to specific production ranges. To see whether a particular car still has an open recall, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Repairs for safety recalls are free at authorised dealers.

2000 Nissan Xterra recalls

Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump

NHTSA campaign 04V230000 · reported May 24, 2004 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 586,196 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
On certain pickup trucks equipped with six cylinder engines and sport utility vehicles equipped with four or six cylinder engines, the fuel pump terminal on the fuel-sending unit can develop a crack in the plastic molding. This can cause the terminal strip to corrode under some environmental conditions.
The risk
If corrosion occurs, the terminal strip could eventually break causing the fuel pump to stop operation. This will result in not being able to start the engine or cause the engine to stop running without warning, which can result in a crash.
The fix
In the following states, dealers will replace the fuel-sending unit. These states are connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, kentucky, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, tennessee, vermont, virginia, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. In the other states, the dealer will inspect the fuel pump terminal on the sending unit for corrosion. If corrosion is present, the dealer will replace the unit. If there is not corrosion, the dealer will apply sealant to the terminal housing to help prevent corrosion in the future. Owner notification began on june 28, 2004. Owners should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Wheels

NHTSA campaign 03V307000 · reported August 22, 2003 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 31,700 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
2000 nissan xterra vehicles manufactured between october 15, 1999, and february 29, 2000. The alloy wheels used on these vehicles may not have been properly manufactured and could develop cracks in the wheel spokes.
The risk
If a sufficient number of spoke cracks develop, the wheel could fail and separate from the mounting hub, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without prior warning.
The fix
Nissan will notify its customers and replace the four alloy wheels with xterra se model bright alloy wheels free of charge. The spare tire steel wheel is not affected. Owner notification began on september 15, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261. Information can also be obtained through nissan's web site at www.nissanusa.com.

Power train: automatic transmission

NHTSA campaign 00V288000 · reported October 2, 2000 · NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. · 76,652 vehicles potentially affected

The problem
Vehicle description: pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 102, "transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect. " these vehicles could have a shift cable lock plate that is too brittle and can break. The gear shift lever and the "prndl" indicator may move, but the transmission will not shift out of the park position. Over a period of time, the transmission could shift out of the park position, but the gear indicated on the display may differ from the gear engaged in the transmission.
The risk
If the driver selects 'drive' and the transmission is actually in 'reverse', a vehicle crash could occur.
The fix
Dealers will replace the automatic transmission shift cable lock plate.

Most reported problems

Areas named in owner complaints to NHTSA. One complaint can name several areas.

What owners report

Recent complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. These are unverified accounts from owners, not findings.

Sep 22, 2024 · Fuel/propulsion system

Unknown

Sep 16, 2024 · Electrical system

My car keeps stalling out like it's not getting gas.

Sep 15, 2024 · Fuel/propulsion system

My car dies out while driving. I've replaced so many parts already and it keeps leaving me stranded.

Mar 2, 2022 · Electrical system

The engine service soon have been on for quite some time now. I tried to take it to several Smog places to get it smogged , and the mechanic have told me that the Smog scanner cannot read the computer of my car.

Dec 14, 2020 · Fuel/propulsion system · 241,496 miles · fire reported

TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2000 NISSAN XTERRA. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 65 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY SHUT OFF. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO COAST TO THE SIDE SHOULDER WHERE THEY GOT OUT THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT NOTICED SMOKE COMING FROM UNDERNEATH THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT OPENED…

Xterra model years compared

YearRecallsComplaintsCrashesFires
2000 3214254
2001 3149155
2002 5157217
2003 372162

Across all years, the 2005 Xterra has the most complaints (845). All Nissan Xterra years →

Questions

Does the 2000 Nissan Xterra have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2000 Nissan Xterra, the most recent reported on May 24, 2004 (Fuel system, gasoline: delivery, fuel pump). Check a specific car by its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common problems with the 2000 Nissan Xterra?
Owners have filed 214 complaints with NHTSA. The most frequently reported area is fuel system, gasoline (49 complaints), followed by engine and engine cooling (33).
How many 2000 Nissan Xterra complaints mention a crash or fire?
25 of 214 complaints report a crash and 4 a fire; 26 injuries were reported in total. Complaints are unverified reports from owners.

Source: NHTSA recall and complaint data, updated October 27, 2026. Latest complaint received September 22, 2024.