Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2014 Nissan Xterra
NHTSA data on file today
try.vin couldn't confirm NHTSA's recall list for the 2014 Nissan Xterra, so this page doesn't state a recall count — check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for current campaigns. 10 owner complaints are on file.
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Air Bags 3 complaints
- Suspension 3 complaints
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 1 complaint
- Engine 1 complaint
- Exterior Lighting 1 complaint
- Power Train 1 complaint
Average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $3,500–$7,500AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2014 Nissan Xterra has few complaints and uncertain recall data, providing limited evidence for a strong reliability assessment. Common issues appear to involve the air bags and suspension, each with moderate complaint counts.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| air bags | Unknown | $500–$1,500 | common |
| suspension | Unknown | $300–$800 | common |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter changes
- Brake pad replacement
- Tire rotations
- Coolant flushes
- Transmission fluid changes
- Air filter replacement
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Airbag warning light
- Suspension noise
- Steering vibration
- Braking issues
- Engine noise
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2014 Nissan Xterra at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.