Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | ||||||||||||||||
| 10V517000 | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. | from 08/05/2004 to 06/15/2006 | V (Vehicle) | 747480 | MFR | NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. | 10/28/2010 | 10/28/2010 | ||||||||
| Defect Summary | Nissan is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 armada, titan, infiniti qx56 and model year 2005-2006 frontier, pathfinder and xterra vehicles. the intelligent power distribution module (ipdm) assembly contains an engine control module (ecm) relay that has a diode for electrical current noise reduction. the ecm relay may allow silicon vapor to form and, over time, the silicon evaporates from the diode molding which causes silicon oxide to develop on the ecm relay contact due to arcing. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | This could cause engine stalling increasing the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the ecm relay inside the ipdm assembly. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during december 2010. owners may contact nissan at 1-800-647-7261. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN | |||||
| NTB-10-055 | 04/20/2010 | 10033710 | Nissan: blower motor does not work. the blower motor for heater and air conditioner does not operate. there are signs of water intrusion in the blower motor. *pe | 09/13/2010 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| NTB-10-045 | 03/19/2010 | 10033344 | Nissan: dtc p0420 (tw catalyst sys-bi) stored in the ecm. confirm this bulletin applies-check the current ecm part number; compare your current ecm part number to chart a. replace the exhaust manifold catalyst; reprogram the ecm. *pe | 08/11/2010 | |
| NTB08-023 | 02/23/2008 | 10024146 | Voluntary emissions recall campaign - 2003-2005 sentra / 2005-2006 frontier ecm reprogramming. csc was received. *nj | 03/13/2008 | |
| 07042 | 07/17/2007 | 10022421 | Buzzing/whining noise from timing chain area. *kb | 08/13/2007 | |
| 06063A | 10/17/2006 | 06063A | 10020473 | Ticking noise from the engine during acceleration. nissan. *kb | 10/26/2006 |
| 06009 | 03/31/2006 | 06009A | 10019613 | Mil on with dtc u1000 or u1010 stored in engine control unit. *tt | 04/05/2006 |
| 06009 | 02/08/2006 | 10019300 | Malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code u1000 or u1010 stored in engine control unit. *ak | 02/28/2006 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | |||||
| NTB-10-045 | 03/19/2010 | 10033344 | Nissan: dtc p0420 (tw catalyst sys-bi) stored in the ecm. confirm this bulletin applies-check the current ecm part number; compare your current ecm part number to chart a. replace the exhaust manifold catalyst; reprogram the ecm. *pe | 08/11/2010 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE | |||
| 02/24/2012 | 96792 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the temperature gauge rose and the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. the technician diagnosed that there were signs of oil mixed into the radiator. as a result, the radiator had to be replaced and the transmission needed to be flush. the failure recurred. the vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic . the technician decided to replace the transmission since it had started to shift gears independently. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance. the failure mileage was 96,792 and the current mileage was 104,000. | |||
| 02/24/2012 | 96792 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the temperature gauge rose and the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. the technician diagnosed that there were signs of oil mixed into the radiator. as a result, the radiator had to be replaced and the transmission needed to be flush. the failure recurred. the vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic . the technician decided to replace the transmission since it had started to shift gears independently. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance. the failure mileage was 96,792 and the current mileage was 104,000. mah | |||
| 01/18/2012 | 76000 | 1 | |
| The seal between the engine coolant and transmission fluid portions of the radiator fails, contaminating the transmission fluid with coolant water. causing my engine to slip when changing 1st and 2nd gear. i just found out about this problem when i received a letter that there was a class action lawsuit about this problem. nissan knew about this problem and fail to notify owner of the this problem in a timely matter. if i had known this problem then i would have replace the radiator instead of having to replace my whole transmission causing me thousands of dollars. *tr | |||
| 02/24/2012 | 96792 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the temperature gauge started rising and the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic. the technician diagnosed that there was signs of oil mixture in the radiator. as a result, the radiator had to be replaced and the transmission needed to be flush. the failure recurred. the vehicle was taken back to the independent mechanic . the technician decided to replaced the transmission since it had started to shift gears independently. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure but did not offer any assistance since the vehicle was no longer under warranty. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure mileage was 96,792 and the current mileage was 104,000. pm | |||
| 01/18/2012 | 76000 | ||
| The seal between the engine coolant and transmission fluid portions of the radiator fails, contaminating the transmission fluid with coolant water. causing my engine to slip when changing 1st and 2nd gear. i just found out about this problem when i received a letter that there was a class action lawsuit about this problem. nissan knew about this problem and fail to notify owner of the this problem in a timely matter. if i had known this problem then i would have replace the radiator instead of having to replace my whole transmission causing me thousands of dollars. | |||
| 01/11/2013 | 98400 | 1 | |
| Camshaft sensors (cps?) replaced today at dealer. friday my truck stalled as i pulled into a highway at night. almost got broadsided by tractor trailor truck. these sensor failures cause a rapid stall under power and hard starting after the stalls. last month i had the crankshaft sensors replaced as well. before that the ipdm relay recall gave me problems. i'm still fighting to get my fuel sending unit replaced (nissan will only cover customers that spend a lot of money at the dealers, i was told this by nissan!). i've had the rear end, transmission and radiator, driveshaft and propeller shaft replaced due to failed u-joints. axle seals (on the new rear) are leaking again i understand a clogged vent may be to blame. tire pressure sensors are shot and catalytic converters shot. get this company to recall some of this stuff and force them to pay to fix this junk before someone gets killed! *tr | |||
| 01/11/2013 | 98400 | ||
| Camshaft sensors (cps?) replaced today at dealer. friday my truck stalled as i pulled into a highway at night. almost got broadsided by tractor trailor truck. these sensor failures cause a rapid stall under power and hard starting after the stalls. last month i had the crankshaft sensors replaced as well. before that the ipdm relay recall gave me problems. i'm still fighting to get my fuel sending unit replaced (nissan will only cover customers that spend a lot of money at the dealers, i was told this by nissan!). i've had the rear end, transmission and radiator, driveshaft and propeller shaft replaced due to failed u-joints. axle seals (on the new rear) are leaking again i understand a clogged vent may be to blame. tire pressure sensors are shot and catalytic converters shot. get this company to recall some of this stuff and force them to pay to fix this junk before someone gets killed! | |||
| 09/19/2012 | 44000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, he heard a whining noise coming from the front end of the vehicle while accelerating. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. the technician stated that the timing chain guide needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 44,000 and the current mileage was 45,000. the vin was not available. | |||
| 09/19/2012 | 44000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, he heard a whining noise coming from the front end of the vehicle while accelerating. the vehicle was taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing. the technician stated that the timing chain guide needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 44,000 and the current mileage was 45,000. the vin was not available. kmj | |||
| 09/19/2012 | 44000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. while driving at approximately 35 mph the contact stated he heard a whining noise coming from the front end of the vehicle while accelerating. the vehicle taken to a dealer for a diagnostic testing. the technician stated the time chain guide needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated the vehicle was not included in any recalls. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 44,000 and the current mileage was 45,000. the vin number was not available. dr | |||
| 11/16/2011 | 60000 | 1 | |
| When starting the vehicle a whining clicking noise is noticeable until vehicle is at normal operating temperature . after investigating this problem on the internet i learned that this is not an isolated occurrence and nissan motor corporation is well aware that this is a manufactures defect in there v6 motors at the timing chain guides but refuses to take responsibility to address and fix this problem and expects the owner of the vehicle to pay for nissan motor corporation defective timing chain guides that end up dropping downward out of their original position that causes timing chain failure . i paid 24000 dollars for this truck brand new from metro nissan in ontario calif, for that kind of money nissan should treat there customers better and take responsibility for there mistakes and be held accountable to fix this defect.. i will never by a nissan again and i will never recommend purchasing a nissan to anyone if this doesn't become a recall! *tr | |||
| 11/16/2011 | 60000 | ||
| When starting the vehicle a whining clicking noise is noticeable until vehicle is at normal operating temperature . after investigating this problem on the internet i learned that this is not an isolated occurrence and nissan motor corporation is well aware that this is a manufactures defect in there v6 motors at the timing chain guides but refuses to take responsibility to address and fix this problem and expects the owner of the vehicle to pay for nissan motor corporation defective timing chain guides that end up dropping downward out of their original position that causes timing chain failure . i payed 24000 dollars for this truck brand new from metro nissan in ontario calif, for that kind of money nissan should treat there customers better and take responsibility for there mistakes and be held accountable to fix this defect.. i will never by a nissan again and i will never recommend purchasing a nissan to anyone if this doesn't become a recall! | |||
| 11/02/2012 | 123500 | 1 | |
| Mechanic stated antifreeze is leaking into transmission. replaced radiator, flushed transmission. *tr | |||
| 11/02/2012 | 123500 | ||
| Mechanic stated antifreeze is leaking into transmission. replaced radiator, flushed transmission. | |||
| 10/28/2012 | 220000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact attempted to restart the vehicle but to no avail. the vehicle was pushed to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing, which the mechanic advised that the transmission radiator and transmission cooler needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 220,000 and the current failure mileage was 220,000. | |||
| 10/28/2012 | 220000 | ||
| Tl - the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact stated that while driving approximately 45 mph, the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact attempted to restart the vehicle but to no avail. the vehicle was pushed to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing, which the mechanic advised that the transmission radiator and transmission cooler needed to be replaced. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact that the vehicle was not included in any recalls. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 220,000 and the current failure mileage was 220,000. kmj | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 02/01/2013 | 3 | 02/01/2005 | |
| 2006 nissan frontier. consumer writes in regards to several vehicle recall notices and other mechanical failures. *smd the consumer stated his vehicle showed signs of engine problems, the second year after he purchased it. when the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for the fuel system recall, he was informed the vehicle had an oil leak, and the engine was bad and needed to be replaced, after only having the vehicle for three years. the consumer stated the gas gauge has since stopped working again. the engine stalled on several occasions. the consumer stated he has since received a recall notice regarding the engine. the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, to have the recall performed. however, the dealer stated after the repairs were completed, there was still a major problem with the engine, but it was not a part of the recall. | |||
| 12/19/2012 | 110000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact stated that the transmission cooling system failed and allowed radiator fluid to leak into the transmission causing it to fail. the manufacturer was contacted about the failure. the transmission was replaced. the failure mileage was 110,000 and the current mileage was 111,500. | |||
| 01/10/2012 | 1016200 | 1 | |
| Radiator failed causing antifreeze to enter the transmission, and transmission fluid to enter the radiator. *tr | |||
| 11/25/2012 | 102000 | 1 | |
| The transmission has been compromised due to a faulty radiator. the radiator leaked coolant into the transmission contaminating the transmission fluid. i noticed the vehicle would occasionally shudder and when i had it checked out discovered the problem. hard to believe nissan did practically nothing to notify owners of the problem because it sure was evident that the local nissan dealership was aware of the problem as well as a couple of transmission shops i've visited. *tr | |||
| 01/13/2013 | |||
| Hasn't happened yet, but from all the complaints from 2005-2010 nissan pathfinder, xterra and frontier owners concerning major transmission failures while driving due to cross contamination from a failed transmission fluid line running through the radiator, it's only a matter of time. this defect has been known by nissan for years and as a band-aid solution offered extended warranty coverage for these specific components to 8 years/80,000 miles, knowing full well most problems have a record of occurring just after 100,000 miles. class action law suits against nissan for this defect are now pending in the state of new york. this defect and nissan's lack of concern for preventative action placed this in the 2nd worst problem on carcomplaints.com top vehicle problem trends of 2012 list. as more and more of these model years approach 100,000 miles, more and more catastrophic failures with potential for injury and loss of life will occur. repair after the failure is quite expensive; enough to warrant scrapping the vehicle for those that can't afford the repair bill. time to hold nissan accountable for the problem they have created and allowed the public to bear responsibility for. a recall of all affected models to install an improved automatic transmission line in the oil cooler or rerouting the line to a different add-on oil cooler is needed. *tr | |||
| 01/10/2012 | 1016200 | 1 | |
| Radiator failed causing antifreeze to enter the transmission, and transmission fluid to enter the radiator. *tr | |||
| 01/13/2013 | |||
| Hasn't happened yet, but from all the complaints from 2005-2010 nissan pathfinder, xterra and frontier owners concerning major transmission failures while driving due to cross contamination from a failed transmission fluid line running through the radiator, it's only a matter of time. this defect has been known by nissan for years and as a band-aid solution offered extended warranty coverage for these specific components to 8 years/80,000 miles, knowing full well most problems have a record of occurring just after 100,000 miles. class action law suits against nissan for this defect are now pending in the state of new york. this defect and nissan's lack of concern for preventative action placed this in the 2nd worst problem on carcomplaints.com top vehicle problem trends of 2012 list. as more and more of these model years approach 100,000 miles, more and more catastrophic failures with potential for injury and loss of life will occur. repair after the failure is quite expensive; enough to warrant scrapping the vehicle for those that can't afford the repair bill. time to hold nissan accountable for the problem they have created and allowed the public to bear responsibility for. a recall of all affected models to install an improved automatic transmission line in the oil cooler or rerouting the line to a different add-on oil cooler is needed. *tr | |||
| 05/04/2012 | 1 | ||
| 2006 nissan frontier. consumer writes in regards to catastrophic transmission failure. *tgw the consumer stated while traveling at approximately 45 mph from home, the vehicle completely stalled in the middle of an intersection. the vehicle was towed to a repair shop, where an inspection revealed radiator fluid and transmission fluid mixed together. | |||
| 09/06/2012 | 92000 | 1 | |
| My nissan was having issues so i took it to my mechanic. he informed me that nissan was having an issue with a part that wore out and leaked coolant into transmission and transmission fluid into the radiator. i called my local dealership to see if it was recalled. they informed me i was a few thousand miles over my warranty and they could do nothing. i then saw the multitude of complaints about this issue and the dealership said nissan paid for some vehicles out of warranty. that alone proves they knew about this issue. i paid for a new radiator ($600) and hoped for the best with my transmission. i am in the navy so i can't afford to replace the transmission. now my luck has run out and i can no longer drive my vehicle. i have a 3 month old at home and need to have two cars for my wife. this is an issue nissan knows about and it is due to a faulty part they installed. it could have been fixed ahead of time and solved a lot of issues. when is there going to be a recall? people are getting stranded and nissan and the government knows. does someone need to die for you to notice and act? it would seem that people being stranded and spending thousands of dollars because of a manufacturing defect is not enough. i need to know if i have to go try to buy another car or wait and hope my government protects us. *tr | |||
| 07/30/2012 | 92000 | 1 | |
| My 5-speed automatic 2006 nissan frontier's radiator cooler tank ruptured forcing coolant into the transmission through the transmission cooler lines causing catastrophic failure at 92000 miles on the odometer (12000 miles outside the extended warranty on the faulty radiator). this is apparently an uncommon, but known problem with nissan truck and suv models. i was traveling at 65 mph on interstate 70 near frederick, maryland when the transmission failure occurred. i lost all forward momentum but was able to maneuver the truck to the shoulder before causing an accident. i had it checked by an independent shop in mount airy, maryland and they quoted the replacement of the radiator and transmission at $4350. after making inquires with the nissan dealership where i bought the car new in 2006, their initial estimate was between roughly $6000 - $10000 for replacement of the radiator and transmission! they were able to negotiate down with nissan corporate and the final cost of replacement of the radiator and transmission was $3000. my transmission failed without any sign or warning at 65 mph on a 3 lane interstate - the financial burden to fix the problem hurts, but it could have gone much worse. *tr | |||
| 04/14/2012 | 100000 | ||
| My truck began to shake and tremble when i was trying to back into my drive way. the truck had been making noises and i had taken the truck in to be check by 3 different mechanics. i was told that they could not find anything and one stated he heard the noise but did not know what it was. the truck continue to make the noise of a grinding and shuttering sound. did not drive but to work and home due to the problems. the noise would stop when the overdrive was turned off. lately the truck sounds like the transmission is going. the fuel gauge does not work. it was in a recall but nissan would not repair even though i was mailed the recall after my mileage was too high for the repair which makes no sense to me because if they sent the notice out late, what does my mileage have to do with their neglience to repair their faulty vehicles? could not repair, the cost was over $600. had to replace a wheel bearing, over $400. tire gauge light on. i have had nothing but trouble with this truck. i will never purchase another nissan product. when dealing with the nissan recall people i felt as though they could care less. working on a fix budget and unable to pay for high cost of repair. what can you do when the big companies refuse to repair their trucks and cars? i was informed there was noone to help me. have run out of gas several time due to the gas gauge. i have read other's complaints on nissans and i am surprise that noone forces them to repair their vehicles. this is my only form of transporation and without the repairs, i will be riding the bus. tired in virginia. thanks for listening. | |||
| 03/12/2012 | 119376 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact stated that while driving 35 mph, the service engine light illuminated and the vehicle stalled. the vehicle was able to be restarted and then taken back to the contact | |||
| 03/12/2012 | 119376 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact stated that while driving at 35 mph , the service engine light illuminated when the vehicle stalled. . the vehicle was able to be restarted and then taken back to the contacts residence. the dealer was not contacted and it wasn't diagnosed nor repaired. the failure mileage was 119,376 and the current mileage was 119,379.cv | |||
| 02/20/2012 | 124000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact stated that while driving, the engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the dealer inspected the vehicle and found the radiator cracked and the radiator fluid had leaked into the transmission, causing the transmission to fail. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileage was 124,000. | |||
| 02/20/2012 | 124000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact stated that while driving, the engine warning light illuminated. the vehicle was taken to the dealer. the dealer inspected the vehicle and found the radiator cracked and the radiator fluid had leaked into the transmission, causing the transmission to fail. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and the current mileage was 124,000. kmj | |||
| 10/18/2011 | 2011 | ||
| I purchased the vehicle in 2007 with 40,000 miles on it. it has been shimmying on the highway since i hit 60,000 miles and in spite of having my tires re-aligned and balanced, it still continues to rock back and forth at speeds over 50 miles an hour. i just hit my 100,000 mile mark on the first of october. on october 18th, i was at my son's daycare and the truck started idling strangely. the truck was puttering and exhausting black smoke. it died in the parking lot and i tried numerous times to get it started. it took about 20 minutes of trying but i got it running again, only to have it die on me in traffic. once again, i got it started and managed to get it home where it completely died. when i was able to get it to the dealership (after a local mechanic looked at it and couldn't get it started) the dealership told me i had an engine idle air control sensor that was recalled by nissan. i never received the recall notice but was relieved that my bill was covered. less than a week after the sensor had been replaced, the check engine light came on. i brought it back to the dealership and they told me my catalytic converters had burned out. from what i have been able to research online, the failure of my catalytic converters is directly related to an out of tune engine (too much air or fuel) which was caused by the sensor being defective. nissan doesn't see it that way and now i'm stuck with a $3500 repair bill on a truck i still owe money on and have owned for less than four years. | |||
| 10/16/2011 | 90000 | ||
| My truck suffers from 2 known problems that has been widely reported and are involved in two nissan tsbs. i have the faulty fuel sending unit and the whining timing belt tensioner. i am not getting any help from nissan and just get a flat 'your warranty has expired' statement from them. i feel that they should fix these problems or at least offer a very reduced rate for the repair. | |||
| 10/19/2011 | |||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact stated that the radiator became clogged by what had developed into a jelly type of substance and destroyed the radiator. the vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection and possible repairs but the vehicle was not repaired. the contact was concerned with the possibility of the failure destroying the transmission as well. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was not available. kmj | |||
| 10/16/2011 | 90000 | ||
| My truck suffers from 2 known problems that has been widely reported and are involved in two nissan tsbs. i have the faulty fuel sending unit and the whining timing belt tensioner. i am not getting any help from nissan and just get a flat 'your warranty has expired' statement from them. i feel that they should fix these problems or at least offer a very reduced rate for the repair. | |||
| 10/19/2011 | |||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact stated that the radiator became clogged by what had developed into a jelly type of substance and destroyed the radiator. the vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection and possible repairs but the vehicle was not repaired. the contact was concerned with the possibility of the failure destroying the transmission as well. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was not available. kmj | |||
| 10/16/2011 | 90000 | ||
| My truck suffers from 2 known problems that has been widely reported and are involved in two nissan tsbs. i have the faulty fuel sending unit and the whining timing belt tensioner. i am not getting any help from nissan and just get a flat 'your warranty has expired' statement from them. i feel that they should fix these problems or at least offer a very reduced rate for the repair. | |||
| 10/19/2011 | |||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact stated that the radiator became clogged by what had developed into a jelly type of substance and destroyed the radiator. the vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection and possible repairs but the vehicle was not repaired. the contact was concerned with the possibility of the failure destroying the transmission as well. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was not available. kmj | |||
| 10/19/2011 | |||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact stated the radiator got clogged by what had developed into a jelly type of substance that caused the radiator to blow. the contact towed the vehicle to the dealer and was told this is a known problem, but the vehicles mileage was past the extended warranty limit. the contact feels this is a manufacturer defect because the transmission could have been destroyed. the vin was not available. the mileage was not known.rl | |||
| 08/11/2011 | 78000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact heard a loud rattling noise coming from the vehicle. the dealer diagnosed the vehicle with a worn timing chain tensioner guide. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the current mileage was 78,400 and the approximate failure mileage was 78,000. no repairs were performed. the vin was unavailable. | |||
| 08/11/2011 | 78000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact heard a loud rattling noise coming from the vehicle. the dealer diagnosed the vehicle with a worn timing chain tensioner guide. the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. the current mileage was 78,400 and the approximate failure mileage was 78,000. no repairs were performed. the vin was unavailable. kmj | |||
| 08/11/2011 | 78000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact heard a loud rattling noise coming from the vehicle. the dealer diagnosed the vehicle with a worn timing chain tensioner guide. the manufacturer was aware of the failure. the current mileage was 78,400. the approximate failure mileage was 78,000. no repairs were performed. the vin was unavailable. bw | |||
| 07/03/2011 | 104000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact stated that while driving approximately 20 mph, the vehicle suddenly stalled. after multiple attempts, the contact was able to restart the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to four different independent mechanics, who were unable to diagnose the failure. the dealer was notified and stated the vehicle was included in the recall under nhtsa campaign id number 10v517000 (engine and engine cooling). the vehicle was then taken to the dealer for the recall repairs. after the repairs, the technician was unable to start the vehicle. the technicians stated that there was an electrical failure and the vehicle had to be diagnosed. the vehicle was not again repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 104,000. sm. | |||
| 07/03/2011 | 104000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. while driving at approximately 20 mph the vehicle suddenly stalled. after multiple attempts to start the vehicle the contact was able to start the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to four different independent mechanics. the mechanics were unable to diagnose the failure. the dealer was contacted and stated the vehicle was included in the recall under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v517000 (engine and engine cooling). the vehicle was taken to the dealer for the recall repairs. after the repairs, the technician was unable to start the vehicle. the technicians stated there was an electrical failure and the vehicle had to be diagnosed. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage 104,000. ds | |||
| 01/31/2011 | 1 | 01/23/2006 | |
| 2006 nissan frontier. consumer states problem with fuel gauge indicator *tgw the consumer stated he started having problems with the fuel gauge indicator and the engine light illuminated after getting gas. also, the tire pressure monitoring light illuminated. a diagnostic test was performed and the consumer was informed the engine control module was on the recall list and needed to be replaced. also, the dealer recommended replacing the fuel sending unit. *jb updated 03/01/11 | |||
| 01/31/2011 | 1 | ||
| 2006 nissan frontier. consumer states problem with fuel gauge indicator *tgw the consumer stated he started having problems with the fuel gauge indicator and the engine light illuminated after getting gas. also, the tire pressure monitoring light illuminated. a diagnostic test was performed and the consumer was informed the engine control module was on the recall list and needed to be replaced. also, the dealer recommended replacing the fuel sending unit. *jb | |||
| 02/09/2010 | 70000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact stated that while driving at various speeds or while just sitting in park he would hear a loud noise. the vehicle was inspected by a dealer and advised him that the timing chain needed to be replaced and informed him that there were no recalls on this model. the vehicle has not been repaired for the timing chain. the failure mileage was approximately 70,000. the vin was unavailable. tb | |||
| 09/01/2008 | 36100 | 1 | |
| I own a 2006 nissan frontier, it was delivered with only half the keys programmed for the vehicle, a strange rattling of plastic shrouding in the engine compartment and as i found out a fast set of tires later, the front end out of alignment [ too much toe in ]. when i read the manual i found out that my 4wd vehicle was not intended to be used off of the road, this was not in any of the presales literature and the reason i buy 4wd is so i can use it off road. at 100 miles after warranty i had to take it in because the fuel sending unit had failed, about a $600 repair on a part that should last 200,000 miles. the mechanic told me their dealership is replacing about one of these a week on a couple of models. when i picked it up i got the trouble light on the way home, i scanned it to see what the problem was [code po448 ]. i took it back. the first canister they ordered showed up broken [ kind of fragile for something mounted on the bottom of a 4wd ]. parts replaced under the emissions warranty were 14953zp50c filter-canister, 14950-ea20a canister assy. e, and 14935-am60b valve assy.-co. the service order says ...inspected/found no flow very rusty..... as the vehicle only has 36,000 miles on it this does not bode well for the future. *tr | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| 02/15/2010 | 100000 | 1 | |
| I have a 2006 nissan frontier. while driving down the road the truck shudders and shakes and cannot shift into gear. i had no pick up while driving on the interstate and had cars speeding by me at 75mph while i was barely able to drive the truck. the truck would drive fine and than this would happen out of nowhere. i took it to aamco and found out i had water in the transmission due to a leak in the radiator. i had to pay $2500.00 to have my transmission rebuilt and a new radiator installed. i feel this should be a recall on nissans part because it was a faulty radiator that caused the problem and could have caused a severe accident. i have heard of alot of complaints regarding this same problem but nissan refuses to due a recall. i have the same fuel gauge problem that was just recalled and i ran out of gas because of it. i feel that this needs to be investigated before someone is killed in an accident because their transmission just stops working while driving on the interstate. *tr | |||
| 09/18/2009 | 88460 | 1 | |
| Purchased a used 2006 nissan frontier 9/18/09 from fresno acura. approx 2 weeks later i drop it back off at the dealership, due to the heater not working & a shudder in the transmission. findings radiator/transmission oil cooler ruptured and fluid leaked into transmission & vice versa, i found out that transmission fluid was going into radiator. dealership would not honor transmission warranty due to the radiator not being under warranty and transmission contamination was effected by radiator . this is so wrong, unjust and corrupt. possible damage ranges from $3000-$6000. a consumer should not be responsible to pay this for this kind of damage that was affected by a defective part that should of been recalled or corrected. a person pays approx $23,000 for a new vehicle and should not have to dish out another 3 -4 thousand dollars on a 3 yr old vehicle . this is bad business and will give the nissan a very bad reputation. *tr | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | |||
| 08/12/2011 | 78000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. the contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph, the transmission began to slip and hesitate when shifting gears. in addition, the vehicle decelerated and vibrated. the vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. the contact believed that there may be radiator fluid leaking into the transmission. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 78,000. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 11/07/2010 | 91000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. intermittently the vehicle will start and when it does it will stall. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic shop who ran a diagnostic test but could not get a code to register. he repaired the battery cables and wires but the failure still exist. the vehicle was never taken to the dealer for repairs. the manufacturer was contacted and informed her the vin was not included in the recall nhtsa#10v517000; component: engine and engine cooling. they offered no assistance. the failure mileage was 91,000.-mw | |||
| 05/16/2009 | 50000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. while traveling 10 mph the contact can notice a whining noise coming from under the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to the dealership where the contact had the timing belt tension assembly replaced. however the same failures have reoccurred. there were no prior warnings. the failure mileage was 50000 and the current mileage was 82000. bml | |||
| 08/14/2006 | 15000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. while driving at an unknown speed, the engine warning light illuminated on the instrument control panel. the vehicle would sporadically stall. speed was not a factor during the failures. after the vehicle would stall, it would take a long time to automatically restart. the dealer could not duplicate the failure and provide a remedy. the vehicle was inspected by a mechanic, who stated that the gasoline delivery pump was potentially defective. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer, but because it exceeded the warranty, they would not repair the vehicle for free. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure mileage was 15,000 and current mileage was 71,853. | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||
| 08/18/2010 | 80537 | ||
| On 08-18-10, i was backing down the driveway with my 06 nissan frontier, upon entering the street, the steering column made a loud pop and the steering wheel became loose, moving left to right, up and down 3/4 | |||