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P0461 on NISSAN XTERRA

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
2
Most Affected
2006, 2007

What P0461 Means on Your NISSAN XTERRA

Real NISSAN XTERRA Owner Reports (Source: NHTSA Complaints Database)

"I have experienced this failure on my current 2006 xterra im at 39000 miles and they refuse to repair it. warranty on this item is 36000 miles. they even tried to bs me when i said there is even a service bulletin out for this common repair."

— 2006 NISSAN XTERRA owner • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE • Filed 04/04/2009

"Have experienced this failure on my current 2007 xterra im at 53,000 miles and they refuse to repair it. warranty on this item is 36,000 miles. they even tried to bs me when i said there is even a service bulletin out for this common repair."

— 2007 NISSAN XTERRA owner • FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER • Filed 11/19/2010

Data from NHTSA Vehicle Complaints Database. All reports are filed by vehicle owners directly with the U.S. Department of Transportation.

Common Causes of P0461 on NISSAN XTERRA

50%
50%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2006
1
2007
1

What To Do Next

  1. 1
    Check for recalls on YOUR VIN

    Go to nhtsa.gov/recalls and enter your VIN. Free repairs if your vehicle is covered.

  2. 2
    Get a proper diagnosis

    A code alone doesn't tell you the exact failed part. A diagnostic at a shop ($50-$150) pinpoints the root cause before you spend money on parts.

  3. 3
    Compare repair quotes

    Get 2-3 quotes. Dealer vs independent shop prices often differ 30-50% for the same repair.

P0461 on Other Vehicles

Data sourced from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (U.S. Department of Transportation) and the SAE J2012 OBD-II standard. Code definitions follow the SAE J2012 / ISO 15031-6 standard. Owner reports are filed directly with NHTSA by vehicle owners. This information is provided for educational purposes only and should not replace professional automotive diagnosis. Always consult a qualified mechanic for vehicle repair decisions.

Last updated: March 2026