2006 Nissan Frontier: sudden loss of power

Filed Sep 2, 2019 · Transmission · 117,000 miles · NV

Lost power while driving, had it checked by transmission shop and turns out there is a defect in oem radiator causes contamination of transmission fluid and engine coolant. Was required to spend over $6000 out of pocket to fix.

Filed Jun 13, 2019 · Transmission · 85,000 miles · PA

I was driving on the highway and suddenly lost power and almost crashed. Mechanic said the radiator and transmission failed. Radiator fluid mixed into transmission fluid. Vehicle only has 85000 miles on it.

Filed Dec 14, 2018 · Transmission · 135,000 miles · FL

Coolant leaked from radiator into transmission through faulty cooling lines.. Result was sudden loss of power while accelerating onto highway. Very costly repair bill ($4600.00). Had to replace radiator and do a complete rebuild of transmission.

Filed Nov 16, 2018 · Driver assistance, Engine · 109 miles · CA

On 11/10/2018 while driving on the freeway with no warning light my 2006 nissan starts to lose power!!! I was able to get off the freeway and pull into a gas station to call aaa to tow it to a mechanic. The mechanic told me the transmission has coolent in it and the transmission will need I be rebuilt or replaced with a rebuilt transmission. He said there was a crack in the coolent hose that was a manufacture defect. I never got any warning light until after the transmission failed.

Filed Jul 12, 2018 · Engine, Fuel system · 90,000 miles · GA

Dear nissan service: I am the owner of a 2006 nissan frontier se with approximately 124,000 miles. The vehicle was purchased used from nalley nissan in 2012 with approximately 89,000 miles on it. The history of the vehicle was meticulous, minus that the catalytic converter had been replaced by nalley nissan. In february 04, 2016 I had the left catalytic converter replaced at nalley nissan. The right catalytic converter was replaced prior to purchasing the vehicle. My vehicle has already had both catalytic converters replaced. On may 11, 2018 I was advised that I need both of my catalytic converters replaced again at stone mountain nissan. My check engine light had came on agaiinhowever, both of the catalytic converters have been previously replaced. It should be noted that this in not an inexpensive repair. I only used premium gasoline in my vehicle to ensure its proper performance and get my vehicle regularly maintained an nissan dealerships. It is rather obvious that there is something else going on with my vehicle that is defective in nature. I had read that this is a common problems with nissan frontiers and nissan altimas. I do not want to get the catalytic converts replaced at estimated $2200 and have this problem resurface again. In georgia, we have annual emissions tests and my vehicle will not pass an emissions test. Just recently, I had taken my vehicle on a short trip to north georgia. The engine stalled and completely lost power. I was able to get the vehicle home however, it is rather evident that something is mechanically wrong with my vehicle and just simply replacing the catalytic converters will not ensure that this problem will happen again. Is there any guidance that you can offer? Regards [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Apr 18, 2016 · Engine, Transmission · 112,000 miles · TN

According to the mechanic, the transmission coolant reservoir (which is connected to the radiator) collapsed causing water, antifreeze and transmission fluid to mix. These fluids then made their way into the radiator, transmission and coolant reservoir. This, in turn, caused extensive damage to my transmission. My transmission then required replacement/rebuild. The first possible sign of the problem was rough automatic shifting of the vehicle. I then noticed a leak of transmission fluid from the front passenger side of the vehicle (which was parked in my driveway). This was followed by a loss of power/drivability.

Filed Aug 20, 2015 · Engine · 124,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated that while driving at 40 MPH, the vehicle independently switched into four wheel drive as the vehicle lost power. The four wheel drive light illuminated. The engine warning light also illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer who diagnosed that the ECM (engine control module) needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The vehicle was previously repaired under the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v517000 (engine and engine cooling). The failure mileage was 124,000.

Filed Jun 21, 2015 · Transmission · 105,000 miles · TN

I bought a 2006 nissan truck from gary mathew nissan last year,I was told it was check out and in good running shape I am a 65 year old recent window no one said nothing about a defective transmission cooler that could cause the transmission to fail or that it was factory caused problem that could occur. Last week I was driving it keep showing 4x4 and service engine soon in dash it would lose power to point it would not move until it sit a few minutes .I carried it next day the said it was a lose cable,went home it did same thing several times and lost power on road in traffic,to point it didn't want to move I went to dealer right then. Well they came out with a cost paper to fix it $ 5300.00 I just sit there couldn't figure how a truck I just got could of tore up I take care of my stuff ,including my cars check fluids all I can do, well then a car sales man said maybe better to trade,after hours of this and me not able to trade couldn't afford the 5300 much less in dept 18,000 for another used truck with 90,000 miles on it, I told them to fix it, I'd try borrow money,I was also told may get help from nissan but looked at their extended warranty only up to 80,000 miles on the transmission thing. We have had nissan or datsuns too that had over 200,000 miles on them and did fine right up to being replaced, that's why I got my truck,nissan knew about this problem and knew it would happen, so I am hoping nissan will help me pay for fixing their mess up. I like nissans thru years my husband and I had lots of them now I am alone and look what someone else's mistake is costing me I have to middle of week to come up with this money for someone else's mistake.. Step up nissan fix your mistake . [xxx] in tn> ya I put my name this is the truth I need help information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Dec 3, 2014 · Engine, Fuel system · 80,000 miles · FL

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 dangerous part is the steering going loose,lucky for my wife and self I was in traffic driving at 10 MPH. The local dealer disclaimed everything. I am about to lodge a complaint to our local bureau of standards.

Filed Apr 24, 2014 · Engine · 68,000 miles · ID

While returning home, the vehicle lost all power and power steering. Difficulty navigating to safety on the side of a busy roadway. The engine in the vehicle had completely seized. Complaints to nissan that something was wrong with this vehicle had been ongoing. The entire fuel system had failed at 40k miles. Both catalytic converters failed at 55k miles (thought to be related to an engine problem, but they would not fix it even under warranty). At 63k miles, the engine started to show signs of problems. Repeated analysis, for which I paid, resulted in no conclusion. Only that "something was wrong". Tried to engage nissan multiple times to fix this. They refused. Now, the engine has failed entirely. Nissan will not acknowledge defective manufacturing. The vehicle was purchased brand new and has been meticulously maintained. The engine failure and the resulting loss of the ability to maneuver or operate the vehicle was, thankfully, on a road that had a low speed limit. Subsequent research related to this issue shows that there is a class action against nissan for premature engine failures in these vehicles, and that they allegedly hid known issues and were deceptive to consumers.

Filed Apr 13, 2014 · Engine, Transmission · 87,794 miles · CA

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 hope so, please and thank you.....

Filed Sep 19, 2013 · Fuel system, Steering · 42,000 miles · FL

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, there was a sudden loss of power steering without warning. In addition, the contact stated that the fuel gauge failed to display accurate fuel levels. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was advised that the fuel level sending unit inside the fuel tank needed to be replaced. Also, the vehicle was taken to a private mechanic where it was advised that the radiator fluid was leaking into the transmission. As a result, the radiator, the power transmission, and steering shaft needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and stated that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v075000(fuel system, gasoline). The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 42,000 and the current mileage was 102,000.