Nothing of note changed for 2004, as Nissan had a new Xterra in the wings for 2005 ... Issues with the fuel pump connectors have been noted; If they fail, the vehicle becomes inoperable.

No, that bulge on the tailgate isn't a faux fuel can or something—it's where Nissan punched out the sheetmetal on the original Xterras to fit a first-aid kit. Neat. As before, the Xterra has ...