Most common 2014 Nissan Xterra problems
Share of the 10 complaints; one complaint can involve more than one system. "~" is the median mileage when the problem started.
Nissan Xterra complaints by model year
Best Xterra years: 2012, 2014, 2015. Years to avoid: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2000, 2001. Compare all years →
What 2014 Nissan Xterra owners say
Suspension
The Nissan dealership has looked at my Xterra and found that a nut welded to the frame from the inside has broken free of the frame. This is causing my suspension noise/issue. The problem I am having is Nissan does not want to fix my problem. The dealership is waiting on Nissan to give the go ahead to schedule repairs but they/I can't get Nissan to move forward with the repairs. The noise is getting worse and I am afraid it will lead to a safety issue if not handled soon. The last I have heard was on August 13th the dealership was waiting to hear back from Nissan but several calls to Nissan has turned up nothing I can't even talk to a supervisor or anything.
My truck has a suspension issue for squeaky noises coming from the front wheel. There was a recall on them but my VIN number isn't included. The truck is sitting down at the local Nissan dealer now to have both fixed. How can this stuff that was previously recalled and now applies to my truck be excluded from recall repairs the tire pressure monitoring system also had 4 bad sensors. It is there now to be fixed. Again my VIN number was excluded for exactly what the recall is for.
Air bags
The side curtain airbags on my 2014 Nissan Xterra deployed unexpectedly, without any collision or impact. Nissan's Dispute Resolution Programs team is currently investigating (Incident #56613207). I was currently driving and luckily was able to pull over without any further issues but it could've been much worse if there was heavier traffic on the road. The vehicle was taken to a Nissan dealership for inspection following the unexpected deployment. Nissan's Technical Specialist attempted to download the Event Data Recorder (EDR) data during that visit but encountered an error and was unable to retrieve it. es. Nissan's Incident Investigation Specialist and a Technical Specialist have been involved through Nissan's Dispute Resolution Programs (Incident #56613207). No there were never any warnings or any dash lights to give warning. It was an immediate and unexpected airbag deployment.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 Nissan Xterra. The contact stated that he received an unknown Nissan manufacturer safety campaign notice in reference to the air bags. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer (denny menholt billings Nissan 2100 king ave w, billings, mt 59012) where the vehicle was serviced. The contact stated that the air bag warning sensor remained illuminated after the repair. A week later, the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where it was diagnosed that the sensor needed to be replaced. The sensor was not replaced due to the cost of the part. The manufacturer was not contacted or made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 82,000.
2014 Nissan Xterra engines & fuel economy
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG city / hwy / combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | RWD | 16 / 22 / 18 |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | 5-speed automatic | 4WD | 15 / 20 / 17 |
| 4.0L 6-cyl | 6-speed manual | 4WD | 16 / 20 / 17 |
EPA ratings. Class: Small SUV.
Frequently asked questions
Is the 2014 Nissan Xterra a good car?
Based on 10 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the 2014 Xterra rates better than average: 84% fewer complaints than a typical year of the Xterra at the same age. It is one of the best Xterra years by this measure. Complaint counts don't account for sales volume or individual maintenance, so have any used car inspected before buying.
What is the most common problem with the 2014 Nissan Xterra?
The suspension — 3 complaints, 30% of all complaints for this model year. Next are the air bags (3) and engine & cooling (1).
How many recalls does the 2014 Nissan Xterra have?
NHTSA lists no recalls for the 2014 Nissan Xterra. You can still confirm with your VIN using our VIN recall check.
What are the best and worst years of the Nissan Xterra?
The best years by complaints, compared at the same age, are 2012, 2014 and 2015. Years to avoid or approach with caution: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2000 and 2001. See the full Nissan Xterra years comparison.
At what mileage do 2014 Nissan Xterra problems happen?
The median mileage reported in complaints is about 77,000 miles; 38% of problems with a recorded mileage started before 50,000 miles.
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.