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9
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FLAC1609
This is the real deal - Best SUV on the Planet - AWESOME
November 23, 2017
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Overall Score
Nothing compares to this Beast of an SUV with a heart and soul of a Z sports car and the comfort of a Maxima sedan .
I have a 2000 TJ Sport Jeep for 10 years - very Nice but a rough rider.
This thing arrives in comfort , is fun and fast to drive and when you turn into the rough trail stuff it will go thru anything !!
Great reliability -
Fuel is good as compared to a Jeep.
Hey I rather take a 3 MPG penalty compare to a wimpy expensive , worthless trail rated Honda CRV .
Comfort
10
Performance
10
Fuel Economy
6
Interior Design
10
Exterior Styling
10
Reliability
10
Recall Information
* Data provided by Transport Canada
Recall number
Recall date
System affected
Model year(s) affected
Recall number
2023-053
Recall date
2023-02-10
System affected
Airbag
Model year(s) affected
2005 2006 2007 2008 2011 2012 2013
Manufacturer Recall Number:
PC947 / PC948 / PC949
Units Affected:
10,846
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
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. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.
Recall number
2023-052
Recall date
2023-02-10
System affected
Airbag
Model year(s) affected
2008 2009 2010 2011
Manufacturer Recall Number:
PC944 / PC945 / PC946
Units Affected:
17,214
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
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.
Safety Risk:
Projectiles in the occupant compartment could increase the risk of an injury.
Corrective Actions:
Nissan will notify owners by mail. The corrective actions for this recall are under development.
Recall number
2011-436
Recall date
2011-12-20
System affected
Engine
Model year(s) affected
2011 2012
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R185 / R1115
Units Affected:
528
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the engine oil cooler stud (onto which the oil filter is mounted) could fail. This could cause an engine oil leak, which could illuminate the instrument panel's engine oil warning lamp. Abnormal noise and rough engine performance may also be noticed and, in the worst case, the engine could fail and stop suddenly while the vehicle is in motion. Engine failure would result in lost vehicle propulsion which, in conjunction with traffic and road conditions, and the driver's reactions, could increase the risk of a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will replace the engine oil cooler connector stud.
Recall number
2011-157
Recall date
2011-04-18
System affected
Label
Model year(s) affected
2010
Manufacturer Recall Number:
Units Affected:
2,734
Notification Type:
Inconsequential
Certain vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 110 - Tire Selection and Rims. The French-language wording displayed on the tire placard does not fully comply with the revised requirements of the Standard, which came into force on September 1, 2009. As the variation in the French text is minor, and all required safety information is displayed on the placard, no corrective recall action is required. This technical non-compliance is deemed to be non-safety related.
Recall number
2010-402
Recall date
2010-11-12
System affected
Steering
Model year(s) affected
2002 2003 2004
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R172
Units Affected:
14,407
Notification Type:
Safety TC
On certain vehicles, corrosion may form in the lower steering column joint and limit the movement of the joint. Limited movement of this joint may create excessive load on the lower steering column shaft and, if the vehicle continues to be driven in this condition, may lead to cracking of the shaft during low speed manoeuvres that require large steering inputs. In an extreme case, the shaft may break which would result in loss of steering control and could result in a crash. Correction: Dealers will replace the affected column shafts and joints.
Recall number
2010-373
Recall date
2010-10-28
System affected
Engine
Model year(s) affected
2004 2005 2006
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R168, R169
Units Affected:
24,207
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles the Intelligent Power Distribution Module (IPDM) assembly contains an Engine Control Module (ECM) relay that has a diode for electrical current noise reduction. The ECM relay may allow silicon vapor to form and over time the silicon evaporates from the diode molding which causes silicon oxide to develop on the ECM relay contact due to arcing. In certain instances, this oxidation could cause engine performance issues (hesitation, rough engine idle, slow start/no-start condition), and engine stalling at low engine speeds which may result in a crash. Correction: Dealers will replace the Engine Control Module (ECM) relay.
Recall number
2010-301
Recall date
2010-09-08
System affected
Accessories
Model year(s) affected
2008 2009 2010
Manufacturer Recall Number:
Units Affected:
32
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain Garmin nüvi 750 GPS units purchased as a customer or dealer installed accessory at Nissan dealerships, the lithium-ion batteries may contain a defect that may cause them to overheat and cause a fire. Correction: Dealers will direct customers who have an affected unit to the Garmin Web site, which explains how to verify if their units are involved and includes procedures to follow for product exchange.
Recall number
2010-159
Recall date
2010-05-26
System affected
Suspension
Model year(s) affected
2010
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R160, R161
Units Affected:
2,759
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the lower control link assembly collars (forming the inboard attachment point to the chassis) may not have been manufactured correctly. If the collar weld fails, the cylindrical collar can open, which will allow the collar to slip over the mounting bolt and bushing. This may change the wheel camber, which could allow vehicle handling characteristics to deteriorate, possibly resulting in a crash causing property damage and/or personal injury. Correction: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the lower control link assembly.
Recall number
2010-088
Recall date
2010-03-24
System affected
Powertrain
Model year(s) affected
2010
Manufacturer Recall Number:
Units Affected:
660
Notification Type:
Service Campaign Mfr
On certain four-wheel drive vehicles, the joint portion of the front driveshaft may contain small cracks. These cracks may eventually lead to a failure, resulting in separation of the front driveshaft. If the driveshaft failed while the vehicle was moving, a loud noise would be heard. If the vehicle were in 2WD mode, the driveshaft would come to rest on the frame cross-member, and the vehicle could be operated normally. The driveshaft would not come in contact with brake, steering or fuel system components, therefore the risk of a crash is considered minimal. Correction: Dealers will inspect the vehicle and replace the front driveshaft if necessary.
Recall number
2010-086
Recall date
2010-03-23
System affected
Other
Model year(s) affected
2010
Manufacturer Recall Number:
X61B
Units Affected:
111
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the fasteners securing the steering shaft positioning bracket may not have been tightened to the proper torque specification. If the fasteners are not properly tightened, they may loosen over time and the steering column may begin to rattle. If the condition is not repaired, the fasteners could come out completely. This may result in noticeable steering column movement, which may affect the ability to steer the vehicle, resulting in the possibility of a crash causing property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will inspect the steering column and torque the fasteners to specification.
Recall number
2010-085
Recall date
2010-03-22
System affected
Airbag
Model year(s) affected
2010
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R156,
Units Affected:
111
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the fasteners securing the passenger front air bag module may not have been tightened to the proper torque specification. If the fasteners were not tightened properly, they may loosen over time and cause a rattling noise. In the event of a crash, the passenger front airbag may not deploy properly, resulting in the risk of personal injury or death. Correction: Dealers will inspect the air bag module fasteners and torque them to specification.
Recall number
2010-061
Recall date
2010-03-03
System affected
Fuel Supply
Model year(s) affected
2006 2008
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R153
Units Affected:
2,297
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the molded fuel tanks are slightly thinner than specification in the area under the fuel sender unit. This may allow the tank floor to deform causing the fuel sender float to interfere with other features inside the tank. This could cause the instrument panel fuel gauge to show a fuel level of approximately one quarter tank when the fuel tank is empty. An inaccurate fuel gauge can lead to engine stalling while driving, which may increase the risk of a crash causing property damage, personal injury or death. Correction: Letters will be sent to owners in two stages. The first letter will advise owners of fuel gauge inaccuracy and recommend maintaining a fuel level above the one half position. The second letter will follow, requesting owners bring their vehicles to a dealer for replacement of the fuel sender unit.
Recall number
2008-454
Recall date
2008-12-22
System affected
Airbag
Model year(s) affected
2005 2006 2007 2008 2009
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R142 / R0807
Units Affected:
27,695
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles operated in areas of heavy road salt usage, the front Crash Zone Sensor (CZS) may rust internally. This could result in the non-deployment of the driver and passenger front airbags during a vehicle crash, increasing the risk of personal injuries or death in certain crash conditions. Correction: Dealers will replace the Crash Zone Sensor.
Recall number
2008-025
Recall date
2008-01-30
System affected
Label
Model year(s) affected
2008
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R129
Units Affected:
60
Notification Type:
Compliance Mfr
Certain vehicles fail to comply with CMVSS 110 - Tire Selection and Rims. The tire placard overstates the actual weight capacity. Loading a vehicle beyond it's capacity may result in poor vehicle handling characteristics, increasing the risk of a crash. Correction: Owners will be provided with updated labels and installation instructions.
Recall number
2007-371
Recall date
2007-11-16
System affected
Brakes
Model year(s) affected
2008
Manufacturer Recall Number:
Units Affected:
4
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the Anti-lock Brake System / Vehicle Dynamic Control (ABS/VDC) actuator was assembled with more than one ball bearing in the valve. This could cause fluid flow to be blocked, resulting in a reduction in brake force in one or both front wheels. This could increase the vehicle's stopping distance and cause a crash with injury or death. Correction: Dealers will replace the ABS/VDC actuator. Note: All vehicles were captured before retail sale.
Recall number
2005-290
Recall date
2005-10-05
System affected
Other
Model year(s) affected
2005
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R96
Units Affected:
646
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
Affects certain genuine accessory trailer hitches installed by Nissan dealers on 2005 Xterra vehicles. Inadequate quality of some welded joints in the hitch assembly may result in failure, possibly allowing the towed unit to separate from the towing vehicle. Correction: Dealers will replace all suspect genuine Nissan hitches.
Recall number
2004-151
Recall date
2004-05-06
System affected
Fuel Supply
Model year(s) affected
2000 2001 2002 2003
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R90
Units Affected:
21,145
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the fuel pump terminal on the fuel sending unit can develop a crack. When exposed to heavy concentrations of road salt in the winter, if road salt enters the crack, the terminal strip will corrode and eventually could break due to corrosion. This will cause the fuel pump to stop operating and will result in not being able to start the engine or cause the engine to stop running without warning. Correction: Dealer will replace the fuel sender unit.
Recall number
2003-045
Recall date
2003-02-21
System affected
Airbag
Model year(s) affected
2002
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R79
Units Affected:
4,487
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the clockspring electrical connector may not be fully secured to the driver side air bag module squib pin connector due to the retaining groove in the module not having sufficient depth to hold the connector in the assembled position. If the connector comes loose, the supplemental air bag warning light will come on. However, the driver side air bag will not deploy in the event of a crash. Correction: Dealer will install a retaining clip on the clockspring electrical connector.
Recall number
2002-206
Recall date
2002-11-13
System affected
Brakes
Model year(s) affected
2001 2002 2003
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R76
Units Affected:
10,844
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain four wheel drive vehicles, water may enter the rear axle housing due to inadequate sealing of the ABS sensor in the axle housing. This may result in corrosion and eventually failure of the wheel bearing. If this occurs, the wheel assembly could separate from the vehicle. Correction: Dealer will inspect the rear axle for water intrusion and replace any affected components. The ABS sensor will be resealed to prevent water intrusion.
Recall number
2002-205
Recall date
2002-11-13
System affected
Fuel Supply
Model year(s) affected
2001
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R75
Units Affected:
739
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the fuel tank inlet shutter valve may not meet the sealing performance specification. Under certain conditions, fuel may spill from the filler inlet as the tank is being filled. Correction: Dealer will replace the fuel tank inlet shutter valve.
Recall number
2002-204
Recall date
2002-11-13
System affected
Engine
Model year(s) affected
2002
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R74
Units Affected:
770
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain supercharged vehicles, the amount of intake air flow through the air flow meter may exceed the maximum preset diagnosis limit value which would cause the engine control system to go into the failsafe mode. Under this condition, the malfunction indicator lamp will illuminate and engine speed will not exceed 2400 rpm's regardless of throttle position. Correction: Dealer will reprogram the electronic control module (ECM).
Recall number
2000-217
Recall date
2000-10-04
System affected
Powertrain
Model year(s) affected
2000
Manufacturer Recall Number:
R-58
Units Affected:
1,840
Notification Type:
Safety Mfr
On certain vehicles, the shift cable locking plate may break, allowing the driver to shift into the Park position but making it very difficult to shift from the Park position. The gear shift lever and the PRNDL indicator may move, but the transmission will not shift from the Park position. If the driver were over time to manipulate the gear shift lever out of Park, the gear indicated on the PRNDL display may differ from the gear actually engaged. Correction: Automatic transmission shift cable lock plate will be replaced.
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