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2007 Nissan Xterra X 4WD 5AT

The 2007 Nissan Xterra X 4WD 5AT is a 261-hp 4.0-liter V6 with a 5-speed automatic and four-wheel drive. It starts at $23,550 MSRP and is rated at 16 mpg combined.

It makes 261 horsepower at 5,600 rpm and 281 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 14 mpg city and 19 mpg highway (16 mpg combined).

The Xterra measures 178.7 inches long on a 106.3-inch wheelbase.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSUV
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$23,550 ($36,921 *)
Engine
Engine Type4.0L DOHC 24-valve V6 (VQ40DE)
Displacement4 L
Horsepower261 hp @ 5,600 rpm
Torque281 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC 24-Valve
Drivetrain
Drive TypePart-Time 4WD
Transmission
Transmission5-Speed Automatic
1st Gear3.84
2nd Gear2.35
3rd Gear1.53
4th Gear1
5th Gear0.84
Reverse2.77
Final Drive3.133
Fuel Economy
City14 MPG
Highway19 MPG
Combined16 MPG
Tank Capacity21.1 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent double-wishbone front suspension
Rear SuspensionRigid rear axle with leaf springs
Brakes
Front Brake Disc4-wheel disc, 4-wheel ABS standard
Rear Brake Disc4-wheel disc, 4-wheel ABS standard
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front16-in. steel wheels
Wheels Rear16-in. steel wheels
Tires FrontP265/70R16
Tires RearP265/70R16
Dimensions & Weight
Length178.7 in
Width72.8 in
Height74.9 in
Wheelbase106.3 in
Front Track61.8 in
Rear Track61.8 in
Interior
Headroom Front39.9 in
Headroom Rear39.3 in
Legroom Front42.4 in
Legroom Rear34.4 in
Shoulder Room Front58.3 in
Shoulder Room Rear58.3 in
Hip Room Front55.9 in
Hip Room Rear46.1 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover ★★★★★ (25.6 % risk)
Tested variant: 2007 Nissan Xterra 4-DR

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2007 Nissan XTERRA. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

May 20, 2010 · SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT AND REAR LOWER LINKS, P/NOS. 54501ZQ00A, 54500ZQ00A, 551A1ZQ00A, 551A0ZQ00A , 54501EA00A, 54500EA00A, 551A1EA500, 551A0EA500, 54501ZR00A, AND 54500ZR00A, SOLD BETWEEN NOVEMBER 25, 2009 AND MAY 14, 2010 AS REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR MODEL YEAR 2004 THROUGH 2010 TITAN, ARMADA, AND QX56, AND MODEL YEARS 2005 THROUGH 2010 FRONTIER, XTERRA, AND PATHFINDER VEHICLES. THE LOWER CONTROL LINK ASSEMBLY HAS TWO CYLINDRICAL COLLARS FORMING THE INBOARD ATTACHMENT POINTS TO THE CHASSIS. DUE TO AN IMPROPER WELDING PROCESS SOME COLLARS MAY CONTAIN WELDS THAT DO NOT MEET STRENGTH SPECIFICATIONS.

Consequence: IF THE COLLAR WELD SEPARATES, THE VEHICLE HANDLING WILL DETERIORATE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy: NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY AFFECTED LOWER LINK FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 12, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

NHTSA campaign 10E019000

Dec 29, 2008 · AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

NISSAN IS RECALLING 242,720 MY 2005-2009 PATHFINDER, FRONTIER AND XTERRA VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. IN THOSE AREAS OF THE COUNTRY WHICH USE HEAVY CONCENTRATIONS OF ROAD SALT IN THE WINTER, A MIXTURE OF SNOW/WATER AND SALT CAN ENTER INTO THE FRONT CRASH ZONE SENSOR (CZS) HOUSING. IF THIS OCCURS, THE CZS MAY INTERNALLY RUST RESULTING IN A SIGNAL INTERRUPTION. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE RED AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WILL ILLUMINATE TO ALERT THE VEHICLE OPERATOR.

Consequence: THIS ISSUE COULD RESULT IN THE NON-DEPLOYMENT OF THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER FRONT AIR BAGS IN A CRASH, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT CZS WITH A REDESIGNED SENSOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 26, 2009. OWNERS IN THE OTHER STATES WILL RECEIVE EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR THE SENSOR TO 10 YEARS. THESE OWNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THE WARRANTY EXTENSION BY MAIL AND WILL RECEIVE A STICKER TO PLACE IN THEIR WARRANTY BOOKLET EXPLAINING THE EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.

NHTSA campaign 08V690000

557 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2007 Nissan XTERRA

Owner Complaints

557 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2007 Nissan XTERRA (3 mention a crash, 3 a fire, 5 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Power Train231
Fuel System167
Gasoline136
Engine85
Engine And Engine Cooling75
Fuel/Propulsion System63
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Oct 6, 2025 · Air Bags, Unknown Or Other
“I took my 2007 Nissan Xterra to the dealer on 08/04/2025 to complete the air bag safety recall. The dealer performed the recall service, but the recall status has not been updated in the system or on…”
Apr 26, 2025 · Power Train, Service Brakes, Engine
“Oil is getting into the radiator and causing a gray gunk build up in radiator and possibly the engine. I have had the car less than a 1 1/2 years And I've already had to have the same issue fixed 3 ×…”
Nov 18, 2024 · Air Bags
“The contact owns a 2007 Nissan Xterra. The contact stated that the vehicle was taken to a dealer to be repaired under NHTSA Campaign Number: 08V690000 (Air Bags). The contact stated that after…”
Jun 17, 2024 · Engine
“The vehicle was driving just fine, then about a month later the heat gauge started to fluctuate, i replaced the radiator caps, thermostat...it ran good for another month, started to overheat....i made…”
Mar 18, 2024 · Steering, Structure
“My 07 Xterra has extreme rust in the door jams and rear panels. The rack-n-pinion, power steering system leaks fluid.”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2007 NISSAN XTERRA. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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