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Quote: Originally posted by Viggo on 08/6/2010

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The turbo problem has been solved by a manufacturer recall and engine remap on the pre-2007 models (post 2007 are a new model). The X-Trail is a superb tow car.

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The fact that it's a "superb tow car" may in fact be true (biased much...?!) but the problem has only been solved for those owners who have actually taken their X-Trail back to Nissan for the work to be done.  It doesn't necessarily help those who haven't had direct correspondence from Nissan to notify them of the recall (ie, everyone who bought one second hand) or haven't read about the recall anywhere online.  

A recall doesn't do you much good if your turbo blows when you're dragging your caravan through the Pyrenees.....

Quote: Originally posted by vwalan on 09/6/2010

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a recall should be notiied to all registered owners .either from new or seconhand .i had a recall from mitsubishi last year andmy truck was 9 year old andi am the seventh owner. there is a very good recall system in operation in uk.

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Quote: Have you looked at a Land Rover Freelander 1? It would be an 87% match for your van. It's a cracking towcar, and is actually fun to drive!

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Quote: Originally posted by Badabing on 09/6/2010

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Quote: Originally posted by Viggo on 08/6/2010

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The turbo problem has been solved by a manufacturer recall and engine remap on the pre-2007 models (post 2007 are a new model). The X-Trail is a superb tow car.

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The fact that it's a "superb tow car" may in fact be true (biased much...?!) but the problem has only been solved for those owners who have actually taken their X-Trail back to Nissan for the work to be done.  It doesn't necessarily help those who haven't had direct correspondence from Nissan to notify them of the recall (ie, everyone who bought one second hand) or haven't read about the recall anywhere online.  

A recall doesn't do you much good if your turbo blows when you're dragging your caravan through the Pyrenees.....

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