2006 Nissan Frontier Auxillary Tank Problems
- 39
- 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
- fuel gauge · 33 records
- fuel tank · 23 records
- fuel system · 20 records
- fuel level · 19 records
- system gasoline · 18 records
- gasoline storage · 18 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 30–60k mi | 19 |
| 60–100k mi | 13 |
| 100–150k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Auxillary Tank · Fuel/Propulsion System
2006 nissan frontier le 4x4. Fuel gauge is not reading accurately. This caused me to run out of gas on november 14th, 2012, when the gauge was well above the "low gas" threshold. It was a very scary experience for me as i was in traffic at the time when the engine stalled at around 40mph. I fear this could happen again and now i'm afraid to drive with my grandkids in my truck. I researched this problem and traced it…
ODI 10484893
Auxillary Tank · Fuel/Propulsion System
This vehicle is showing symptoms consistent with nhtsa safety recall campaign 10v-075 (2006 and 2008 frontier fuel gauge inaccuracy) but according to nissan this vin is not eligible for the campaign. Symptoms include: slow/erratic response of fuel gauge, inaccurate reading, ses light is now illuminated. This came on suddenly about two weeks ago. Contacted nissan and they said vehicle is not eligible; their case #…
ODI 10482121
Auxillary Tank · Fuel/Propulsion System
2006 nissan frontier. Filled the gas tank and the gauge stayed on 1/4. When i drove the vehicle again, the gas tank gauge went up to 3/4, but i'm not certain if the 3/4 is accurate. This now happens on every gas fill up. Found a recall notice online (listed below). I called my local nissan dealer and they indicated my vin number is not part of the recall. I call nissan, and they stated the same thing and informed me…
ODI 10475294
Auxillary Tank
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated that the fuel gauge failed to display accurate fuel levels. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic who confirmed that the fuel sending unit needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and advised the contact that the vin failed to qualify for repairs under nhtsa campaign id number: 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxiliary tank).…
ODI 10474185
Auxillary Tank · Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl* the contact owns 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated that the fuel gauge did not indicate that the fuel tank was empty. As a result, the vehicle stalled while driving 65 mph. The manufacturer denied assistance with the repair because the vin was not included in the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxiliary tank). The vehicle was not repaired. The…
ODI 10454727
Auxillary Tank
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated that after refueling to full capacity, the fuel level indicator provided an erroneous reading of empty. Also, the low fuel warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed that the fuel sender float arm had made contact with an embossment that was molded in the tank shell, causing the instrument…
ODI 10483747
Auxillary Tank · Fuel System, Gasoline
This complaint is in regards to nhtsa campaign # 10v-075. Summary of the issue we are having is the same as the one stated in the recall. Due to a problem with the fuel sender float arm, our fuel gauge is showing that the vehicle has about 1/4 of a tank when the fuel tank is empty. We took the nissan frontier to a dealer to get this problem fixed and that told us that they would not fix the problem for free (as…
ODI 10442261
Auxillary Tank · Engine And Engine Cooling · Pressure Monitoring And Regulating Systems
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…
ODI 10383825
Auxillary Tank · Steering
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated the steering column had become extremely loose and he could easily move it back and forth. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where the contact was told that a bearing for the steering column was bad or worn out. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 73,500 and the current mileage was 76,750. Updated 05/04/11 *bf the consumer…
ODI 10390364
Auxillary Tank · Fuel System, Gasoline
Fuel level sensor failure showing code p0463. This is very similar in nature to campaign id: 10v075000. Vehicle is 2006 nissan frontier se crew cab. Happens frequently. (2 times in the last 700 miles for me). Check engine light comes on and fuel level drops to empty. Periodically comes up part way but totally unreliable. Requires estimating fuel level by odometer reading. Could cause vehicle to run out of gas and…
ODI 10357855
Auxillary Tank
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact was driving 35 mph when the fuel level gauge malfunctioned and began reading inaccurate fuel levels. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic and the mechanic informed the contact of a potential recall on the vehicle (nhtsa campaign id number: 10v075000-fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxillary tank).the vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer where…
ODI 10356123
Auxillary Tank
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact was driving approximately 55-60 mph when he noticed the fuel level gauge had dropped and the vehicle service warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic where the diagnostic test determined that the fuel sensor was defective. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer advised that his vin was not…
ODI 10356655
Auxillary Tank · Fuel System, Gasoline
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated that he refueled the vehicle and proceeded to drive 70 mph when the fuel level gauge displayed that the fuel level was empty and the low fuel level warning indicator was illuminated. In addition, the service engine soon light was illuminated. The contact stated that the fuel level gauge would only display accurate fuel levels when the fuel tank was…
ODI 10360702
Auxillary Tank
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. After adding fuel to the vehicle the fuel gauge did not register the new amount of fuel in the vehicle. The fuel gauge displayed the incorrect amount of fuel that was in the fuel tank. The manufacturer was notified and informed him that his vehicle was not included in the recall that was associated with nhtsa campaign id number 10v075000, fuel system,…
ODI 10348162
Auxillary Tank · Exhaust System
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated that whenever fuel was dispensed into the fuel tank; the fuel gauge would not display an accurate reading. The exhaust emission warning light illuminated and remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. The vehicle was taken to an emission station where the emission warning indicator was repaired. An authorized dealer was notified and informed…
ODI 10344691
Auxillary Tank
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The vehicle failed state inspection on july 1, 2010 due to the gasoline sensor. The contact stated that he was aware that the fuel gauge was failing. The manufacturer was contacted. The manufacturer stated that his vin was not included in recall 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank) and that since the warranty was not valid they would not offer any…
ODI 10341672
Auxillary Tank · Fuel Gauge System
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local repair facility where the mechanic advised that the fuel level sending unit was defective and would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired at an authorized dealer. The contact was able to locate a recall associated with the failure (nhtsa campaign id number:…
ODI 10346905
Auxillary Tank
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. While the contact started the ignition, the "service engine" warning indicator illuminated on the instrument panel. In addition, the fuel gauge displayed an accurate reading whenever fuel was dispensed into the fuel tank. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnostic testing. The technician informed that the fuel sensor would need to be replaced. There…
ODI 10346054
Auxillary Tank
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated that the fuel gauge was reading inaccurate fuel levels. The contact believed the failure was associated with nhtsa recall campaign id number: 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxillary tank). The dealer advised the contact that his vin was not included in the recall. The manufacturer advised that the vehicle was never serviced at an authorized…
ODI 10339078
Auxillary Tank
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The vehicle was not experiencing a failure when he took it to an authorized dealer to be repaired for the recall associated with nhtsa campaign id number 10v075000, fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank. Upon receiving his vehicle from the authorized dealer the fuel gauge began to display improper readings. The vehicle was taken back to an authorized dealer where…
ODI 10361025
Auxillary Tank · Fuel System, Gasoline
2006 nissan frontier's fuel gauge is sporadic. It will read 1/4 tank and then suddenly drop to empty and the low fuel light comes on. After filling, it may take an hours for the gauge to read full. Shortly after the problem started the service engine soon light came on. Computer error says error po463 fuel level sensor circuit high input probable cause: this is a safety issue. From nhtsa campaign #10v075000: "this…
ODI 10347075
Auxillary Tank
Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6) notified nissan of our vehicle having the recall problem with our 2006 frontier xe. Nhtsa campaign # 10v075000. Nissan states that our truck's vin # is not included in the recall at this time. Check engine light is on and testing shows that the fuel level sensor circuit high input as the probable cause. We called nissan at…
ODI 10327302
Auxillary Tank
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer to be repaired for recall 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage auxiliary tank) on monday april 19, 2010. After the vehicle was repaired, the fuel gauge indicated that the fuel tank was half full but the tank was actually empty. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer twice and the fuel sender unit was cleaned. The failure…
ODI 10329977
Auxillary Tank
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated he received notification of nhtsa recall campaign id: 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank) and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for recall repairs. The dealer dropped the fuel tank and replaced the sending unit as a remedy to the recall. Prior to the recall repairs, the contact had not issues within the vehicle. Following…
ODI 10329104
Auxillary Tank · Fuel System, Gasoline
The fuel gauge shows the vehicle has approximately 1/4 tank of fuel. It seems to stay there for some time, then after some mileage drops completely below empty, the fuel warning comes on solid (not gradual before this failure). All indications upon filling up is that the tank is close to empty. All indications appear to be identical with a similar recall for the same recall for the nissan frontier xe models both…
ODI 10350037