Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (fuel pump, injectors, fuel tank, hybrid and EV propulsion).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 2007 Nissan Xterra owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
Aprox. three years ago, I reported a problem with the fuel gauge not giving true readings. After taking the car to be tested, I was advised that the sending unit was faulty, and the mechanic believed that there was a recall on the matter (he had heard of many people having the same problem). After doing online research, I came across hundreds, if not thousands of Xterra owners reporting the same problem. I called Nissan, and I was advised that there were no recalls on this matter. That does not make sense, for it seems obvious, based on my research, that this--among other common problems (such as the Airbag light coming on)--are very prevalent, and seem to be due to a manufacturing/design problem.
I kelp vehicle regularly mantianced shut it off one evening next morning it would start when finally started it wouldn't pull in 1st gear. Took it to transmission shop and found out that a crack had accured and there was coolant mixed with transmission fluid .so 3 days after I pd it off on a 3 yr payment plan it broke down on me . Very hard to find d a placement and someone who will do work on it bc it's so commo
For the past year and intermittedly this SUV has had a problem with the fuel level indicator that sometimes works and other times doesnt works. My wife was driving on the interstate and the guage was reporting that she had a 1/4 tank of fuel but was out of gas while she was driving in the high speed lane forcing her to make a drive across both lanes to get out of the way of traffic. I reported this to the dealer ship and they said there was no recall for this on this vehicle. I pointed out to hime that there was for the year before vehicle and the year after why there wasnt when the setup on this gauge is the same system with a spring loaded pump and level arm in the years in the recall" it the same dam system" that the recall calls out in 05,06 and 08 but not the 2007 ?who at ntsb didnt look at the same as part being the problem and a where used and should have forced the recall on the …
Fuel gauge is giving an erroneous reading. Problem started at around July 2014 with mileage at around 75,000 but corrected itself then it happened again few months after with the service engine light on and has been on since. Empty light is on even though there's gas in tank or it will read full even though there's less than full in tank. Either way it is erratic & not giving you the correct reading. Apparently this is a known issue with Nissan and a recall in a form of a warranty extension specific to that part and problem has been sent out and of course it happens to my car after the warranty has expired. It's aug 2015 and mileage is now at 82,650 and way past the warranty even with the extended one that they had put out. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Nissan Xterra. The contact stated that the fuel gauge did not indicate the correct level of fuel in the vehicle. When the fuel tank was filled, the gauge registered "empty". There was no warning indicator illuminated. The contact called south colorado springs Nissan at [phone] (located at 1333 south academy blvd., colorado springs, co 80916) and was informed that there was no recall. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 10V075000 (fuel system, gasoline) because the vehicle was purchased from a broker and not a dealer. The manufacturer also stated that there was an extended warranty; however, the contact did not receive a warranty. The contact was informed by the representative that Nissan did not make mistakes with recalls. The vehicle was not repaired. …
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Nissan Xterra. The contact stated that while refueling the vehicle, the gauge would fail to register the proper fuel levels. The contact mentioned that due to the failure, the vehicle shut off due to no fuel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the fuel sensor and the flow in the fuel tank was not functioning correctly and needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated the vehicle failed the state inspection due to an issue with the flow gauge. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact stated that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 10V075000 (fuel system,gasoline). The failure mileage was approximately 89,000. The VIN was not available.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Nissan Xterra. The contact stated that while his wife was driving about 70 MPH, the vehicle ran out of fuel, however, the fuel gauge showed that there was a quarter tank of fuel. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed the contact's residence. Fuel was added and the vehicle operated as intended. The contact visited the mclarty Nissan of benton located at (19960 I-30, benton, ar 72019) and was notified of NHTSA campaign number: 10V075000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 136,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Nissan Xterra. When the vehicle was started, the fuel gauge displayed 1/8 less fuel in the tank than the previous night. The contact stated that the failure started approximately three months ago that the fuel gauge did not reflect the actual amount of fuel in the tank. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic (Firestone in los angeles, california) where it was diagnosed that the fuel sender module failed and needed replacement. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and provided case number: 27901980. The approximate failure mileage was 110,000.
Dec. 2014: gas gauge reading became erratic. Contacted dealer who said sensor in tank would have to be replaced at a cost of approximately $400. May 12, 2015, delivered vehicle to dealer to repair gas gauge sensor, also experiencing vibration and rumble at 40 to 45 MPH which started 10 days ago (88,000 miles). Dealer informed me that vibration was do to "insulating sleeve" on driveshaft that had broken loose and driveshaft needs to be replaced at a cost of $750. Vibration at 40-45 MPH sounds suspiciously similar to problem others have reported as transmission goes out due to coolant contamination.
Tl* the contact owns a 2007 Nissan Xterra. The contact stated that the fuel gauge failed to operate properly with the check engine warning light illuminated. The contact refilled the fuel tank however, the fuel gauge showed empty. The contact referenced NHTSA campaign number: 10V075000 (fuel system, gasoline) however, the VIN was not included. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired by a dealer or independent mechanic. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that recalls were VIN specific and the VIN was not included. The failure mileage was 90,000.
Fuel System complaints in other Xterra years
Frequently asked questions
How common are fuel system problems on the 2007 Nissan Xterra?
NHTSA has 228 complaints about the fuel & propulsion system of the 2007 Nissan Xterra, 41% of the model year's 557 complaints. The component named most often is storage › fuel gauge system (8 mentions).
Is there a recall for 2007 Nissan Xterra fuel system problems?
No. NHTSA lists no fuel & propulsion system recall for the 2007 Nissan Xterra, though it has 1 recall for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 2007 Nissan Xterra fuel system problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 60,000 miles, and 4% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 0 crashes, 2 fires and 0 injuries to fuel & propulsion system problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.