Problem Reports
Nissan Xterra
Report: Noise From the Front of the Engine
Nissan Xterra Problem
Model Years Affected: 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011
Engine Affected: 4.0L V6
Average Mileage: 71,574 mi (43,000 mi - 137,000 mi)
A whining or buzzing type noise may develop from the timing chain area caused by excess slack in the secondary timing chains. Nissan has issued a service bulletin (NTB09-128) regarding this issue. Replacement of both secondary timing chains and their tensioner shoes will be necessary to repair this concern. As part of this repair, the engine oil and filter should also be replaced.
-
Report #1Bret Bodas, 2010 Nissan Xterra, 50,000 mi
MasterI was told by the shop foreman at the Nissan Dealer that they have seen premature timing chain issues with this engine. Apparently the plastic guides can wear out and you will hear the chain making noise. The correction is to replace the guides and chain.
Mine doesn't do this yet but I'll be sure to get an extended warranty just in case.Flag ThisLike0 -
Report #2Visitor, 2006 Nissan Xterra, 70,000 mi
Whirring noise coming from engine. Plastic guides wearing out.."plastic guides!" Even the service department was surprised, estimate of $1400. to repair. Very disappointed in the quality of this vehicle; it seems to be falling apart and Nissan customer service is a real joke. No more Nissan products for my family.
Flag ThisLike0 -
Report #3Visitor, 2008 Nissan Xterra, 43,000 mi
My mechanic says he can not find the noise. He replaced the front brakes and oiled all the parts he thought it could be. Picked the car up. And as I drove off the noise was louder than before. Really driving me crazy. I've only had the car since February 2011. I hope the extended warrantee I got suckered into covers this noise. Probably not!!!
Flag ThisLike0 -
Report #4Visitor, 2007 Nissan Xterra, 44,446 mi
waiting for parts
Flag ThisLike0 -
Report #5Visitor, 2005 Nissan Xterra, 137,000 mi
I have a whining sound in my engine, thought might be the belt but not sure. the noise happens when starting the engine when its cold but once the engine runs for a while the noise begins to get lower and lower until you don't hear no more.
Flag ThisLike0 -
Report #6Visitor, 2006 Nissan Xterra, 85,000 mi
My engine has been making the noise for almost a year and no mechanic can figure it out. I just now read the service announcement online and am frustrated that none of the mechanics had the information in their logs of reported issues. I was told it was a frayed belt but when I replaced all belts, the noise continued. I was told to ignore it by another mechanic...seriously?
Flag ThisLike0