2006 Nissan Frontier Fuel/Propulsion System Problems
- 55
- 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 · 36 records
- fuel level · 13 records
- fuel tank · 12 records
- sending unit · 10 records
- repaired failure · 8 records
- failure mileage · 8 records
Mileage in stored records
| Band | Records |
|---|---|
| 60–100k mi | 21 |
| 100–150k mi | 13 |
| 30–60k mi | 12 |
| 150–400k mi | 3 |
| 1–30k mi | 1 |
Complaint records
Owner-submitted complaint content, presented as stored.
Fuel/Propulsion System
When i first bought my vehicle i seen nothing pretty much wrong with it. After a week of driving with it i start noticing problem with the tires, not a big deal. I fixed that, then i notice that my vehicle starts acting up in changing gears, as well as heating up. So i check the radiator, that i notice transmission fluid inside the radiator. So i called the nissan dealership after hearing a recall, due to this…
ODI 10715572
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. While driving at numerous speeds, the fuel gauge fluctuated and the vehicle ran out of fuel. The failure recurred numerous times. The vehicle was taken to a dealer, but it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage…
ODI 10745270
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System
GAS GAUGE STOPS WORKING AFTER HALF TANK IS USED01.
ODI 10790190
Fuel/Propulsion System
Shortly after purchasing the vehicle used in late december 2014. I was receiving a p0463 code the gas gauge randomly started dropping to below empty and the light would go on just after filling up the tank (full). The gauge stays at empty with the light on all the time until it reaches around 1/4 tank or less and will go down sometimes until empty again. However it has run out of gas on me multiple times in…
ODI 10821218
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 · Fuel/Propulsion System · Steering
In eight years i have changed two zd30 engines in my frontier,because of burned out pistons and bad cylinder heads,eight burned out pistons in total,and as of today december 3/2014 my frontier lost power sending blue smoke from the exhaust and oil,my mechanic says the engine has to be opened again. My fuel pump went bad soon after the warranty was up.sent it over seas to be repaired ,at a cost of $1500.00 the…
ODI 10662087
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated the fuel gauge failed to display the correct level. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 50,500.
ODI 10628648
Air Bags · Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated that the air bag warning lamp illuminated. Also, the contact mentioned that after refueling, the fuel gauge stayed on empty. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The air bag sensor and the fuel level sensor were defective and needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current…
ODI 10573703
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated that while driving various speeds, the vehicle stalled. Upon inspection, it was found that the fuel tank was empty although the fuel gauge indicated that it was 3/4 full. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who diagnosed that the fuel level sending unit was defective and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified.…
ODI 10579280
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. While driving approximately 45 mph, the low fuel warning indicator illuminated even though the fuel tank was full. The vehicle would stall while driving up inclines and hills. The failures occurred multiple times. The dealer stated that the fuel level sensor circuit needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer stated that the vin was not included…
ODI 10628060
Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel gauge not reading correctly. Registering 1/4 tank when it was almost empty. Took vehicle to dealership and they replaced the fuel sender unit. Why wasn't my vehicle involved in the recall. Looks to be some more of nissan's not wanting to include all of the defective vehicles in the recall. *tr
ODI 10641689
Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel sender issue was causing the fuel gauge to not work properly. I did some research and found that there had been a recall for this issue (10v-075) and my vehicle appears to be covered as it was built in january 2006. The dealership said that my vehicle was not covered under the recall. I could not understand why it wasn't covered as my issue was exactly what the recall was for, but i needed it fixed so i paid a…
ODI 10523078
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated that after refueling, the fuel gauge rapidly registered that the tank was empty. The contact turned the vehicle off and restarted it and the gauge showed full. The gauge failed numerous times. The contact was informed of a recall for nhtsa campaign number: 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified but stated the vin was not part…
ODI 10508412
Fuel/Propulsion System
When you put gas in the vehicle the gas gauge doesn't work, goes to empty with the warning light coming on and shortly after the service engine light will come one. It doesn't matter if you put in 1 gallon of gas or if you fill up the tank. The fuel sending unit fails, nissan dealer said they are aware of the issue but its not a recall. *tr
ODI 10501838
Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel gauge shows 1/4 tank but ran out of gas driving on the freeway. There is a nissan recall (recall pc042 - fuel gauge inaccuracy) but dealer refuses to repair, stating my vin does not show to be included in the recall. Make, model, and year are listed in the recall. Nissan case # [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6). *tr
ODI 10487956
Electrical System · Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel gauge show empty when it has a full tank.. Fuel gauge will slowly get up to full and then won't drop below a quarter of a tank. You have no clue how much gas is in the vehicle. Looks like there are a ton of people complaining about the same thing online. Faulty fuel sending unit looks like the cause. *tr
ODI 10489291
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
Fuel/Propulsion System
After filling gas tank it drops to empty and service engine light comes on. After driving some distance (not many miles) it goes back up and then seems to work until next fill up. It is a constant problem and i never know how much gas i have other than tracking mileage. Recall many others with same problem. *tr
ODI 10480010
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
Fuel/Propulsion System
Fuel gauge began to malfunction, showing and improper amount of fuel in the tank. Check engine light stays on. Fuel gauge registers incorrect level after fueling up the vehicle. I have ran out of gas on one occasion due to this. I was on the side of a busy interstate with my 6 yr old and had to cross the interstate to get assistance. This is a safety concern. Nissan tells me that my vehicle is not included in the…
ODI 10486358
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact was traveling 50 mph when the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer. The dealer confirmed the fuel sending unit needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was contacted and they confirmed the vin failed to qualify for repairs under nhtsa campaign id number 10v075000 ( fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxiliary tank). The vehicle…
ODI 10467607
Fuel/Propulsion System
Sensor for the fuel pressure sets off "check engine soon" light.this sensor is tied in with the fuel gauge,leaving the driver with inaccurate fuel readings!
ODI 10458686
Fuel/Propulsion System
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. While driving approximately 50 mph, the contact noticed that the fuel gauge displayed an inaccurate reading of empty with an illumination of the engine warning indicator. The failure occurred after the vehicle had been refueled. The warning indicator remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who informed there…
ODI 10462469
Engine And Engine Cooling · Fuel/Propulsion System · Power Train
I have a nissan frontier that has had failed in a number of things which are not wear and tear. They are design flaws. The fuel gauge module. The radiator/transmission leak flaw. Because of the design of the radiator, now a perfectly working tranny needs rebuilt. I also hear the tensioner for the timing chain is a defective design. My frontier began falling apart before the 100.000 miles with design flaws. Nissan…
ODI 10505832