2006 Nissan Frontier Power Train Problems
- 193
- 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.
Among these 193 stored complaint records:
- 1 indicate a crash
- 0 indicate injury
- 1 indicate fire
What owners report
- transmission fluid · 31 records
- transmission radiator · 17 records
- radiator transmission · 16 records
- transmission failure · 16 records
- coolant transmission · 14 records
- radiator fluid · 13 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 100–150k mi | 89 |
| 60–100k mi | 60 |
| 150–400k mi | 18 |
| 30–60k mi | 11 |
| 1–30k mi | 7 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Power Train
I was driving along at highway speeds when suddenly my transmission completely failed with no warning. Thankfully it completely disengaged and did not damage any other systems. When taking it to the dealer for repairs, i was told that there was a crack in the coolant system and transmission fluid and coolant mixed together, thus ruining the transmission. After some research, i learned that this was a known issue and…
ODI 10694764
Power Train
I actually had a problem with my 2006 nissan frontier stalling when driving down the road and found out it was because of ecm relay so i called nissan dealer and found out there was a recall on the relay. Made a appointment to get it fixed and had them see why i had a hesitation when taking off. Long story short i show back up to get my truck and service advisor tells me i need a new transmission and radiator…
ODI 10714374
Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
I was driving on the interstate, and then all the sudden the rpms went up and i had no control with the gas pedal, like it was in neutral, i pulled over to the shoulder put it in park, put it back in drive and it started to go again, as soon as i hit 4th gear it did it again. Took it to the transmission shop and the told me it was the radiator leaking into the transmission because of a cracked line. See this has…
ODI 10680000
Power Train
Recently purchased a used 2006 nissan frontier from a dealer and after a couple days of driving the check engine light came on, shifted real hard and about caused an accident. After further investigation, we found that there was coolant in the transmission and vis versa. Estimated cost of repair is 5-7 thousand dollars. *tr
ODI 10668595
Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
Took vehicle to local nissan dealership for noise that appeared to be coming from transmission with a slight rowing sound when transmission shifted between 40 mph and 45 mph. Shop manager informed me truck needed a new timing chain and fuel tank sending unit. After making repairs to the timing chain which the shop manager specifically indicated that the problem was with the timing chain, my truck still has the same…
ODI 10672018
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
Transmission blew due to radiator fluid leaking into transmission. Known problem by nissan, yet no recall issued and deadline to be part of class action lawsuit has passed. *tr
ODI 10654006
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
While driving, the truck stalled on a hill due to transmission failure. Truck began rolling backwards into traffic. Transmission failure was caused by radiator coolant leaking into transmission. This is a known issue by nissan, and a safety concern. *tr
ODI 10702384
Power Train
While in drive, vehicle does not want to shift into higher gear and took excessively long to gain speed. When this vehicle did eventually shift gears, it shifted extremely hard as if something was damaged . After diagnosed by mechanic, i was told that the radiator had leaked water and antifreeze into the transmission and both radiator and transmission needed to be replaced. I just purchased this truck two months…
ODI 10653509
Electrical System · Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train · Vehicle Speed Control
My vehicle shuddered and felt to slip out of gear while driving! Because of this known issue of leaking coolant causes transmission failure. I bought this frontier with very low miles and was never told of this potential issue from the dealership. It should be a safety recall as it prevents the vehicle from accelerating and if you are driving can cause an accident. I am now reading that nissan owners have no idea…
ODI 10651498
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
The automatic transmission radiator cracked and coolant leaked into the transmission rendering it useless. *tr
ODI 10632182
Power Train
Issue started as a no start condition. Upon investigation, the truck had a blown fuse and continuously blew fuses. The mechanic determined the fault was with the tpcm contained internally in the transmission caused by the radiator leaking antifreeze into the transmission via the transmission cooler, thus causing transmission failure. Vver upon contacting nissan customer service, they immediately requested that it be…
ODI 10629244
Power Train
When i was driving on i-4 in orlando fl my transmission suddenly failed from coolant leaking into it , i almost got hit by a tractor trailer when trying to get to the break down lane, come to find out this problem has been known by nissan for quite some time and they didn't recall, i guess it will take someone getting killed before they are forced to step up and address this know defect, not only is it costly for…
ODI 10639622
Power Train
Transmission was shifting erratic had it towed to a transmission shop. They found that the valve body in the transmission was rusted from a previous radiator failure allowing the transmission fluid and anti-freeze to mix together, see odi number:10641659. Had to replace the valve body and overhaul the transmission. *tr
ODI 10641669
Power Train
Contacted a mechanic because my truck would shake at speeds at or above 50 mph. It was also starting to shift very hard. The mechanic checked it out and told me that there was a very common problem with the radiator failing and causing coolant and water to get into the transmission... Which isnt good at all for it. Radiator and transmission are shot and need to be replaced. He tells me that nissan has had this…
ODI 10610569
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
Hello fellow "nissaners"! Well, was so happy with this truck and my wife as well, because that was her first idea to purchase this good-looking vehicle. Our son was driving our frontier to school and back home a few years ago, then to a local university. Everybody were so happy! Then my son mentioned that truck is behaving very strange: heavy shaking/jumping at highway speeds around 60-65 mph. I didn't believed it…
ODI 10627929
Power Train
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. While driving approximately 40 mph, the transmission gears stopped shifting and the engine revved and made a loud noise. The contact drive the vehicle in first gear to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The contact did not notify the manufacturer. The approximate failure mileage was 95,000.
ODI 10862220
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
Radiator coolant failure leaked into transmission causing it to fail... *tr
ODI 10595430
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
I am yet another victim of the transmission/radiator problem along with hundreds, possibly thousands of other customers. Defective radiator allowed coolant to mix with transmission which is now outrageously expensive to repair. *tr
ODI 10588142
Power Train · Radiator Assembly
On my way to work, 4/13/2014, sunday a.m. Sudden loss of power (no forward motion) i had to immediately pull over to the slow lane and stopped. There was no other option on alameda blvd. All lanes on both sides of the blvd. Had to tow to carson nissan, they inspected the transmission and said it was bad due to the radiator...... I have noticed other complaints and i am wondering if this site is worthwhile i truly…
ODI 10579494
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
I bought my 2006 nissan frontier in for regular maintenance, during the dealer inspection they noticed a noise coming from the engine. The noise is a whining sound and i thought nothing of the noise until they stated that its the timing chain and that it needs to be replaced. From the research i did the timing chain is supposed to be a non-serviceable item and should last the entire life of the vehicle. Upon further…
ODI 10575911
Engine · Fuel System, Gasoline · Power Train
We bought this nissan new in 2006 -great little truck. But recently the engine would stall and all the lights on the dash came on. Took it to our mechanic he said it was a tran code took it to the nissan dealership and they said the coolant had gotten into the trans or vise versa (a lot to take in),so i needed a new transmission and radiator. I found this issue on your website for a recall but my vehicle was within…
ODI 10574757
Engine · Power Train
Cross contamination of the engine coolant and transmission fluid causing a transmission failure. *tr
ODI 10568075
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
Radiator coolant leaked into the transmission, destroying the transmission. Transmission needed to be replaced, costing over $4500. *tr
ODI 10574164
Power Train
I had just parked my truck in my driveway(truck was off,key was removed) when i removed two bags from the back seat area(the seat was where it all ways is) i walked in the kitchen area put the bags on the table,as i was walking back to my truck i seen the truck roll back about a foot or 2 then stop.there wasn't any snow or ice on my driveway,no black ice either the temp around 45,sun shining. I did see my truck roll…
ODI 10565416
Engine And Engine Cooling · Power Train
My nissan frontier began making a slight engine noise at about 30,000 miles ( i am hearing impaired). The noise became more noticeable when accelerating. At about 39,000 miles someone else heard the noise and told me my timing chains were about to break due to a common nissan defect and not to drive the car as the engine could lock up while driving without any warning. Although there was a service bulletin by nissan…
ODI 10564416