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 the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage was approximately 75,000. The VIN was unavailable.
2006 Nissan Frontier fuel system complaints
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While driving I noticed my "service engine soon" light on, so I called a local nissan dealer in our place and have a change oil service. The tech advisor informed me that my fuel sensing unit is malfunctioning and asked me if I wanted to have and quoted me a price of over $400.00. I said no because I cannot afford that amount. I research and found out that there was a recall for this type problem however it expired already. I called corporate nissan and requested if they can fix the problem. They called me today (5/29/2015) and told me they cannot extend the recall. I think this recall should be extended by nissan. Please investigate because there are a lot of other 2006 nissan frontier having the same problem as of this time (based on the several nissan forums I read on the internet.
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 issue. They tell me that I would need $3500.00 as a deposit, before they do anything because it is possibility that not only the radiator needs to be changed, but that they would have to change the transmission also if they see it needs to be changed. All this in less than a month. So I change the radiator myself. Now a month later the transmission is acting up on me. So I ask what good is a recall if I have to pay to get it fixed. What good is buying a vehicle if the manufactures and dealership take no responsibility in what they build or sale. I never try to do this to any customer in wherever I work, either the cable or phone company, so what make nissan special in doing this to their customers. In less that 2 month after I get my truck from the dealership, I have to fix my tires, put a new radiator, and now a transmission. What use is having a government or a federal system, when the customer is not being heard, and the people with the money can lie to the customer and our system does nothing, but allow all this to happen.
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 exact problem. These repairs were made at my expense. Now the dealership want me to pay for additional repairs that may not be the problem when they specifically assured me that the timing chain was the problem. I feel that the real problem with my vehicle is the radiator and transmission, which is a nation-wide problem with nissan frontier truck transmission and other nissan vehicles. Nissan is responsible for a re-call on these vehicle. (will seek nissan corp. & bbb assist to resolve this issue).
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.
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.
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.
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 in the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline). The approximate failure mileage was 80,000.
My "service engine soon" light came on. A code read said it was my fuel sending unit. There was a recall for the issue but nissan customer support said my VIN was not covered. They did not explain why but upon my follow up, they said they would investigate if they could help/assist with the repair costs. They required the code read from the dealer (which I did and they confirmed it was the fuel sending unit). They call me back a week later and told me that they would not pay, although the representative admitted it was the defect from the recall campaign, but this time, she said it was because the recall warranty had expired. Since I was never part of the recall notice, there was no way for me to know when the campaign was in effect, plus - they did not include my VIN number. This same problem has happened to many, many people and it seems nissan has scammed the federal safety agency and the recall system to minimize the amount of repairs they have had to make (e.g. They volunteer to perform the recall, then artificially limit the number of VIN numbers included), and put a time limit on the recall by calling it a warranty extension. When people like me experience the problem and follow up, they are prepared with a cascading number of ways to say "so sorry", but none of them own up to their original commitment to the public and the federal safety agency to conduct and execute a full recall on this safety issue. Very slick, and very unethical. I am hoping that the federal safety agency will conduct a full investigation, not just for me, but to eventually force nissan to honor the recall on all vehicles that experience this problem - not just a few vins they named so they can save money.
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. The contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the federal safety agency campaign number 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage was 72,000.
Report receipt date: mar 03, 2010 the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v075000 component(s): fuel system, gasoline I was told by nissan of USA that our vehicle, even though it falls within the date of the campaign, does not meet the recall due to the VIN and not the year of vehicle. Our vehicle exhibits the symptoms and basis for the recall and I do not understand why it isn't covered by nissan.
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 the years of the recall but it has over 100,000 it has130 so the dealership said there was nothing they could do to help with the $5500 bill they just quoted me. Is there any help out there for me on this issue??? Please.
I was driving at posted speed when my vehicle ran out of gas. The fuel gauge showed that I had 1/2 tank, nearly causing a crash. I am a former memphis police officer with extensive defensive driving. My truck is not under the recall. But, it is in the date range. I have filed a complaint also about the transmission coolant problem also! [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
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 mileage was 37,000.
Service engine soon light came on and fuel gauge went to empty. Distance to empty was erratic, however slowly recovered. Filled vehicle with gas even though it was only on 1/4 tank. Service engine soon light continues to stay on and fuel gauge remains on empty. I have seen many posts online with people having the same issues. This is an issue nissan should remedy due to so many having this problem.
The instrument panel fuel gauge to shows that the vehicle has approximately one quarter tank when the fuel tank is empty. Found out that the fuel level sending unit inside the fuel tank dose not work sometime .when we fill the fuel tank the fuel gauge will drop to empty an shows that we don't have fuel.
Nissan has a well known problem with faulty fuel sensor sending unit on frontier and xterra trucks. This causes the gas gauge to stop working and record inaccurate fuel level. The fuel gauge will show empty when tank is full. This is a safety concern as vehicle owner does not know how much fuel is in the tank and could run out of gas on an interstate/highway or moving through intersection, going onto highway exchanges etc. This puts driver and other vehicles on the road at risk. I called nissan and they will not stand behind this part even though it is defective. I even went as far to ask them if I paid for the part (~$100) would they cover the labor (the fuel tank needs to be dropped to change the defective sensor). They said no.
About 1 yr ago fuel gauge stopped registering-was unaware of issues,never received notice of issues and past mileage for warranty. I have not been able to afford to fix it,so we are constantly worried about running out of gas. In august of this year,truck running rough,hesitating in low gear. Had our mechanic flush transmission,but started again and got intensely worse the past 2 months. Unable to afford to fix,we had to wait,but finally no choice but to take it in. Radiator leaking into transmission,seals cracked,etc. Going to cost 3100 to fix. Called nissan,but they basically told me I was out of luck as truck past mileage for standard and extended warranties (that they charge you for,knowing there is faulty transmission).
Fuel gauge is no longer accurate. The federal safety agency campaign id # 10v075000 was issued for 2006 nissan frontiers. I called nissan but they said my VIN number was not included in the recall. Apparently they think it's just a coincidence that I'm having the exact same problem with my 2006 nissan frontier. "nissan is recalling certain model year 2006 and model year 2008 frontier, xterra and pathfinder vehicles. The molded fuel tank shells can deform, causing the fuel sender float arm to contact an embossment molded into the tank shell causing the instrument panel fuel gauge to show that the vehicle has approximately one quarter tank when the fuel tank is empty. Fuel gauge reads just under a quarter tank at all times, no matter if the tank is empty or full.
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.
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 total of $476.67. I called nissan consumer affairs dept. And opened a case (1121397) and they asked me to submit the bill I paid at the dealership, which I did, but now when I call the check on the status they don't answer. Voicemails are not returned so I don't know what is going on. Can you help??
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 the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer was notified but stated the VIN was not part of the recall. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was 53,000 and the current mileage was 56,000.
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 never again. A simple warning letter that my radiator needed a $300 repair would have saved me $4,000 later and not leave me stranded in traffic.
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.
2006 nissan frontier. Consumer writes in regards to several vehicle recall notices and other mechanical failures. *smd the consumer stated his vehicle showed signs of engine problems, the second year after he purchased it. When the consumer took the vehicle to the dealer for the fuel system recall, he was informed the vehicle had an oil leak, and the engine was bad and needed to be replaced, after only having the vehicle for three years. The consumer stated the gas gauge has since stopped working again. The engine stalled on several occasions. The consumer stated he has since received a recall notice regarding the engine. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealer, to have the recall performed. However, the dealer stated after the repairs were completed, there was still a major problem with the engine, but it was not a part of the recall.
My fuel gauge registered empty so a went to put gas in and it was nearly full. They told me I needed a battery. I was under warranty at the time. Now out of warranty and 3 batteries later, my gauge is broke again. I have sent emails and letters to nissan and get no reply. I will probably never buy another nissan as much as I do like this truck.
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.
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).
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 recall and if I want to repair the vehicle it will be at my own expense. This is a widespread problem with nissan fuel sending units on the frontier and should be fixed in a nationwide recall, not a VIN specific recall. The product is faulty. Nissan and the federal safety agency should both be ashamed for not putting out a nationwide recall.
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 to a common defect with the fuel level sending unit that is a safety recall which affects many nissan vehicles, including 2006 frontier models but somehow excluding my 2006 frontier: **************** the federal safety agency campaign id number: 10v075000 recall date: 2010-03-03 summary: nissan is recalling certain model year 2006 and model year 2008 frontier, xterra and pathfinder vehicles. The molded fuel tank shells can deform, causing the fuel sender float arm to contact an embossment molded into the tank shell causing the instrument panel fuel gauge to show that the vehicle has approximately one quarter tank when the fuel tank is empty. Consequences: this could cause the vehicle to run out of gas and stall in traffic, increasing the risk of a crash. Remedy: dealers will replace the fuel level sending unit inside the fuel tank with a new one that has a modified float arm. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before march 22, 2010. Owners may contact nissan at 1‑800‑647‑7261. Component affected: fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxillary tank notes: nissan north america, inc. *tr *****************
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