Credov's researched list of the 2 faults the Nissan X-Trail T30 is known for (2000–2007), 2 of them serious or costly. Each one says what to look for when you check the car, so you can spot it before you buy. Not every car has these faults: they are the ones worth checking on this model.
What to look for: Check the airbag light goes out after start, and look for a sun visor label saying the passenger airbag is disabled.
Why it matters: MLIT recall 3988 (3 February 2017) covers X-Trail (TA-NT30, TA-T30, GH-PNT30), Cube (TA-AZ10, TA-ANZ10), Cefiro, Liberty and Bluebird Sylphy; MLIT recall 4236 covers a further tranche including X-Trail (GH-PNT30) built 2001-2007, Cube (TA-AZ10) and Caravan.
What to look for: Run a finger round the inside lip of both rear arches and look along the top from a low angle for bubbling.
Why it matters: Rust at the rear arch and sill join can spread to the inner structure and needs cutting out and welding plus repainting to fix properly, often on both sides, which is a significant cost on an otherwise cosmetic-looking panel.
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On top of the faults above, every Credov inspection covers the basics: fuel smell, leaks or filler rust, engine oil leaks, power steering fluid leak, drive belt cracks or squeal, rust underneath: chassis and mounts, engine mounts, engine oil level and colour, coolant level, colour and leaks, head gasket failure signs, cold start: rattle, knock or smoke, rough or hunting idle, engine running hot on gauge, gearbox or diff oil leak, swapped gearbox without lvv and more.
Researched by Credov from manufacturer recalls and service bulletins, owner reports and workshop sources. Repair prices are typical ranges, not quotes. See also fault codes and repair costs.