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US recalls (0)
No US recalls found for the 2013 Nissan Xterra.
Canadian recalls (1)
Show 1 Canadian recall
Airbag
2023-02-10 · campaign 2023-053
Issue:
On certain vehicles, the plastic emblem on the steering wheel airbag cover could detach and become a projectile when the airbag inflates in a crash.
Note: This recall is for certain vehicles that had the steering wheel airbag replaced.
Safety Risk:
Projectiles in the occupant compartment could increase the risk of an injury.
Corrective Actions:
Nissan will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the steering wheel airbag cover.
Owner complaints (4)
Owners filed 4 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 Nissan Xterra (1 crashes, 1 injuries reported). Among 16 model years of this model, it ranks #16 for the most complaints (median 84).
| Most-reported problem | Complaints | |
|---|
| Engine | 2 | |
| Power train | 1 | |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | |
| Service brakes | 1 | |
| Suspension | 1 | |
Crash test ratings
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings for the 2013 Nissan Xterra.
| Version | Overall | Frontal | Side | Rollover |
|---|
| 2013 Nissan Xterra SUV 4WD | – | – | – | 3★ |
| 2013 Nissan Xterra SUV RWD | – | – | – | 3★ |
Fuel economy
EPA ratings for each 2013 Nissan Xterra version.
| Version | City MPG | Highway MPG | Combined | Yearly fuel cost |
|---|
| Xterra 2WD 4.0 L Automatic 5-spd | 16 | 22 | 18 | $3,700 |
| Xterra 4WD 4.0 L Automatic 5-spd | 15 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
| Xterra 4WD 4.0 L Manual 6-spd | 16 | 20 | 17 | $3,950 |
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