Jeep Wrangler vs Nissan Xterra
For 2005–2015 models, the Nissan Xterra has 62.0 owner complaints per 10,000 sold, against 64.6 for the Jeep Wrangler. Below: what each one’s owners report most, when it shows up, and what it costs to fix.
Both rates cover the same model years (2005–2015), counting each complaint once and dividing by US sales, so the more popular vehicle isn’t penalized for being popular. Years too new to judge are left out. How this is calculated.
Jeep Wrangler
64.6 complaints per 10,000 sold
about the same as the Nissan Xterra
- Complaints
- 8,710
- Sold
- 1,347,480
- Recall campaigns
- 17
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 5
Most complaints: 2006–2009. Fewest: 2015. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Body control and other modules
Typically around 55,000 mi
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Tie rods, linkage, shaft and column
Typically around 6,600 mi · repair $270–$510
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Airbags, seatbelts and restraints
Typically around 65,437 mi
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Tank, lines and filler
Typically around 45,000 mi
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Shocks and struts
Typically around 17,000 mi · repair $280–$1,440
Nissan Xterra
62.0 complaints per 10,000 sold
about the same as the Jeep Wrangler
- Complaints
- 2,106
- Sold
- 339,527
- Recall campaigns
- 8
- Open NHTSA investigations
- 0
Most complaints: 2005–2008. Fewest: 2012–2015. Every year →
Most-reported problems
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Fuel pump and sending unit
Typically around 67,630 mi · repair $630–$1,700
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Transmission cooler and fluid overheating
Typically around 108,630 mi · repair $200–$600
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Cooling system: radiator, water pump, thermostat, fan
Typically around 105,000 mi · repair $260–$1,910
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Automatic transmission internals
Typically around 111,200 mi · repair $2,910–$5,410
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Harsh, delayed or erratic shifting
Typically around 109,574 mi
Common questions
Which has fewer problems, the Jeep Wrangler or the Nissan Xterra?
For 2005–2015 models, the Nissan Xterra has 62.0 owner complaints per 10,000 sold and the Jeep Wrangler has 64.6, counting the same model years for both.
What is the most common problem on the Jeep Wrangler?
The most-reported problem on the Jeep Wrangler is body control and other modules, typically around 55,000 miles.
What is the most common problem on the Nissan Xterra?
The most-reported problem on the Nissan Xterra is fuel pump and sending unit, typically around 67,630 miles; the repair typically runs $630–$1,700.
Which Jeep Wrangler and Nissan Xterra years have the most complaints?
Relative to each vehicle's typical year: Jeep Wrangler: 2006–2009; Nissan Xterra: 2005–2008.
Source: NHTSA owner complaints, recalls and investigations; US sales from public industry figures; repair costs from book labor hours and parts pricing at national rates. Complaints are self-reported and not independently verified. Problem lists cover each vehicle’s full history. This is not a recommendation to buy or avoid either vehicle.