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P0717 on NISSAN XTERRA

Severity
Medium
NHTSA Reports
3
Most Affected
2007, 2008

What P0717 Means on Your NISSAN XTERRA

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

"Transmission failure due to leak from radiator cooling system fluid intermixing with transmission fluid. check engine light came on while driving, went to repair shop the code p0717 came up. upon inspection by the repair shop it was determined that the transmission, radiator, and all hoses,etc."

— 2007 NISSAN XTERRA owner • POWER TRAIN,ENGINE • Filed 11/28/2018

"My suv was on a highway, and 4wd indicator light came on and vehicle made a vibrating noise, pulled off and turned vehicle off and would not restart, the suv was towed to the nissan dealership for diagnostic test. results: the codes u1000, p1807 and p0717 (transmission) cost $4, 491,58."

— 2007 NISSAN XTERRA owner • POWER TRAIN • Filed 10/19/2016

"Code p0717 the speed sensor is ruined due to a falty radiator leek into the transmission causing deterioration of parts and transmission failure."

— 2008 NISSAN XTERRA owner • POWER TRAIN • Filed 12/02/2016

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

Common Causes of P0717 on NISSAN XTERRA

66.7%
33.3%

Percentages based on NHTSA complaint component analysis for this vehicle.

Complaint Trend by Year

2007
2
2008
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.

P0717 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