2005 Nissan Frontier Radiator Assembly Problems
- 10
- Owner complaint records in our dataset
Records are owner complaints, not a measured failure rate.
Owner complaint recordsComplaint records reflect reports in our dataset and do not measure how frequently the problem occurs across all vehicles.
What owners report
- failure mileage · 5 records
- independent mechanic · 4 records
- radiator fluid · 4 records
- transmission radiator · 4 records
- transmission fluid · 4 records
- needed replaced · 4 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 4 |
| 30–60k mi | 3 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Automatic Transmission · Control Module (Tcm, Pcm) · Radiator Assembly
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan frontier. While driving approximately 45 mph, an abnormal noise was heard emerging from underneath the vehicle. The noise went away when the accelerator pedal was not depressed. The contact also stated that the failure occurred five other times within a two week period. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who determined that the radiator fluid was leaking into the…
ODI 11102787
Power Train · Radiator Assembly
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan frontier. The contact noticed smoke coming from the engine compartment. The contact pulled the vehicle into an empty parking lot and the smoke dissipated. The contact removed the key from the ignition and exited the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the radiator fluid mixed with the transmission fluid. A remedy was not provided.…
ODI 10917163
Power Train · Radiator Assembly
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan frontier. The contact stated that the transmission slipped and the vehicle experienced abnormal vibration. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the transmission fluid mixed with the radiator fluid. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was confirmed that the transmission fluid mixed with the radiator fluid and stated that the transmission needed to be replaced. The…
ODI 10903904
Electrical System · Power Train · Radiator Assembly
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan frontier. While driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle stalled when the contact attempted to slow down. The vehicle started normally after a few minutes. The failure recurred four times. The manufacturer was not notified of the failures. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that there was an electrical short in the fuse box. The transmission and…
ODI 10870655
Radiator Assembly
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan frontier. While driving at approximately 35 mph, the radiator overheated and allowed coolant to spill into the transmission. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle began to decelerate and was towed to a local dealer. The dealer diagnosed that the transmission and the radiator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of…
ODI 10730684
Power Train · Radiator Assembly
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan frontier. While driving approximately 40 mph, there was water leaking into the transmission. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the transmission and the radiator needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 120,000.
ODI 10682646
Automatic Transmission · Radiator Assembly
Gradual failure of transmission due to ruptured transmission cooler inside radiator allowing coolant into transmission fluid. Symptom started as small vibration and numerous service attempts could not identify problem. Had transmission flushed and service center did not mention any discoloration of fluid or other problem. Had radiator drained and flushed and thermostat replaced,service center did not cite any…
ODI 10452406
Automatic Transmission · Radiator Assembly
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan frontier pickup truck. While driving 45 mph, the contact stated that the vehicle would vibrate into the next gear. The contact would release the accelerator pedal the vehicle speed would increase excessively. The contact was forced to shift into over drive in order to gain control of the vehicle. The dealer nor manufacturer were notified of the failure. The failure was not…
ODI 10415003
Radiator Assembly
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan frontier. While the contact was driving approximately 40 mph, pressure was applied to the accelerator pedal and the vehicle failed to accelerate. Suddenly, the check engine warning light illuminated. After repeated attempts the vehicle accelerated and resumed operation. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the technician informed that the radiator exhibited a crack…
ODI 10346824
Fuel System, Gasoline · Radiator Assembly
Tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan frontier. The contact observed that the fuel gauge displayed an inaccurate reading at any speed being traveled. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The technician stated the fuel tank required replacement at the owner expense. The contact experienced the identical failure as mentioned in the recall under nhtsa campaign id number 10v075000 (fuel system,…
ODI 10325197