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 did not occur prior to the recall repair. The contact called the manufacturer regarding the failure. The third time that the failure occurred the contact stated that he would take the vehicle back to the dealer with the understanding that the failed part would be replaced instead of cleaned. The failure mileage was 49,009. The current mileage was approximately 50,050.
2006 Nissan Frontier fuel system complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. While driving at approximate speeds of 60-65 MPH after refueling his vehicle, the contact noticed the fuel level indicator was not reading accurate fuel levels. The indicator would display a half-full tank of gasoline when there would be a full tank of gasoline in the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The approximate failure mileage was 64,000 and the current 65,500.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated he received notification of the federal safety agency 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 repairs, the fuel level indicator would not read accurate fuel levels. When filling the fuel tank, the fuel level indicator would remain on the empty position. The failure occurred sporadically following repairs. The failure mileage was 43,700 and the current was 44,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated that when the fuel gauge displayed less than a tank of fuel, it stopped functioning, which made it difficult to determine how much gasoline was in the fuel tank. He was informed that recall 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank) did not include his VIN. The dealer was able to produce a failure code. The current mileage was approximately 80,000. The failure mileage was approximately 78,000.
My nissan frontier fuel gauge has stopped working- I called about the recall and I was supposedly not covered but they can check it for 100 bucks up front to make sure.
Vehicle gas gauge does not work. When I fill up the tank the gauge will show full, and the light will go off. Then as the fuel is used up the light will come on even though the tank is 3/4 full.
Check engine light came on and fuel gauge is inoperative. Nissan recalled units in this model year for this problem but my case was denied.
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. The federal safety agency 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 800‑647‑7261 twice. Both times we were given a ref. # [xxx] . We never know how much gas we have...my husband just ran out today going to the store and the fuel gage showed that we had gas. Very frightening. Thank goodness he was not on the freeway!!!!!!
2006 nissan frontier. Consumer states problems with fuel gauge *tgw consumer sent additional 17 page letter *tgw the consumer stated the gas gauge did not register when the tank was filled. When the gas gauge reached 1/2 tank, it dropped to empty.
At about 37,000 miles, the fuel gauge on my 2006 nissan frontier started reading "empty" no matter how much fuel was in the tank, and the "check engine" light came on continuously. The fuel sensor was replaced with a "revised" unit and now at 46,000 miles, it is reading "empty" all the time, even when the tank is full.
Fuel gauge does not accurately report fuel level. There is a recall for this year, make and model but nissan says it only for specific VIN's and that not all are subject to the recall even though I have a faulty fuel sensor as well.
Service engine light came on, code is p0463 - fuel high level sensor. The truck is a 2006 nissan frontier with 34,000 miles. The dealership said there is a tech bulletin, no recall.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. While driving at approximately 45 MPH, the fuel gauge became inoperable and the service engine light illuminated. The vehicle had not been inspected at the time of the complaint. The contact called the manufacturer and was referred to the federal safety agency. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was approximately 44,000. The current mileage was approximately 45,000.
Nissan frontier 2006 all have a common defective part, the fuel level sensor. I have this truck and at approximately 43,000 miles, the sensor went out giving me the "service engine soon", code number p0463. The nissan dealer said it would $350 to replace, at my expense. After further research in internet forums, this is a common defect with all 2006 frontiers with the sensor going out at approx 42,000-43,000 miles. The fuel gauge no longer functions, leaving the owner not knowing how full the fuel tank is. There are post on various forums of drivers being stranded with an empty tank due to this defective part. Nissan has recalled some of the vehicles for this defect but when I advised nissan customer service that my truck had the same defect, I was told that my VIN was not part of the recall. It is clear that the recall needs to be broadened to all vehicles produced in that year.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated that on march 27, 2010, after filling the fuel tank, the fuel gauge still registered empty and the check engine light illuminated. About 75 miles later, the fuel gauge began to function properly and the check engine turned off. The contact referenced recall 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage:auxillary tank) that believed to be directly related to the failure. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership where the contact was informed that the vehicle was not included in the recall. The fuel lever sensor and gauge assembly were repaired at the owner's expense. The contact also filed a complaint with the manufacturer. The failure mileage was approximately 79,000. The current mileage was 80,266. Updated 07/01/10 *bf the consumer stated the problem was resolved and he was reimbursed. However, the timing chain had to be replaced. The consumer is seeking reimbursement. Updated 07/07/10.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The ignition was started and the contact observed that the fuel gauge displayed empty, after dispensing gasoline into the fuel tank. The failure occurred on several separate occasions to include inaccurate readings. The check engine warning light also remained illuminated on the instrument panel. An authorized dealer was notified of the failures. The technician stated that there was not a safety recall and the service warranty would not cover the repair expense. The vehicle had not been repaired at the time of the complaint. The failure mileage was 37,500. The current mileage was 37,760. Updated 05/18/10.
I own a 2006 nissan frontier cc 4x4 in which the fuel tank sending unit is faulty and nissan tells me my vehicle does not fall within their current fuel sending unit campaign. The sending unit failed at approx 44,000 miles. I currently have 66,000 miles on the vehicle. I have run out of gas once when it first happened. Now I put gas in it every 2 days regardless of what the gauge says.
Gas gauge sporadically would not register the gas when we filled up the tank. Quoted $500 to repair. Heard radio news a couple of months ago that nissan was recalling vehicles due to seat belts, gas gauges and exterior lights. The problem now is continuously - when gas gauge reaches 1/2 tank, it drops to empty. Problem has not been corrected yet.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact was driving at approximately 20 MPH when the check engine light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local repair shop to be inspected. The mechanic inspected the vehicle and informed the contact that the failure was caused by a fuel sensor. The vehicle had not been repaired when the complaint was filed. The failure mileage was approximately 41,500. The current mileage was approximately 41,700.
Have a 2006 nissan frontier which has a defective fuel level indicator. This caused me to fail nj state inspection. Nissan has a recall on 2006 nissan frontier fuel sensors. Apparently even though I have this problem, they are unwilling to repair due to VIN #. I never know how much fuel is in my car.
Nissan frontier 2006 fuel guage no longer working. Service engine soon light came on. Took vehicle to dealer. Vehicle has 50k miles on it. Dealer told me that this was not a recall, and since the truck is no longer under warranty, this would cost me $450 out of pocket. From reading posts on the web, I see that this is a very common problem with nissans from 2005-2007. I have no way of being sure I have sufficient fuel, which would seem, to me, to be a safety issue. What if I am caught in inclement weather with no fuel? I was told there was no danger in driving the vehicle *as is*...... And am trying to find out why this would not be a recall issue if so many vehicles were affected by the same thing.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated that fuel gauge did not work and she would have to periodically check the odometer to determine how much fuel was in the tank. She called the dealer and was referred to the manufacturer who advised her to file a complaint with the federal safety agency. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000. The current mileage was approximately 70,000. Updated 6/1/10 *cn the transmission was not acting properly and the air conditioner was not working. Updated 06/04/10.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated that when he filled the fuel tank, the fuel gauge did not indicate that the tank was full. He then started noticing erratic readings and the check engine light illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealership where he was informed that his vehicle was not included in recall 10v075000 (fuel system, asoline:storage:auxillary tank). The failure mileage was approximately 54,000. The current mileage was approximately 54,900.
Nissan 2006 frontier se crew cab. Check engine light comes on; and check has a "p0463" code. Gas gauge does not give accurate fuel level. Occurs all the time. Sometimes the check engine light goes out, but will light up especially if near empty or after filling up. No correction; except to spend $800 at nissan dealer to replace part of the fuel tank assembly.
Year, make and model: 2006 nissan frontier error: erratic fuel gauge reading. Show 1/4 tank even when empty or totally empty when it was just filled. Action taken: spoke with nissan on the symptoms and the error code received from diagnostics (p0463) which states that it is the fuel level sending unit, but they informed me that my VIN is not on the list, and I would need to file a complaint form on the federal safety agency to get resolved.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. While driving at approximately 45 MPH on the highway, the vehicle completely shut down without any warning. The gas gauge indicated that the fuel tank was half full although it was empty. The contact was able to safely pull over to the side of the road and add fuel to the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealership where she was informed that the gasoline storage tank was the cause of the failure. She called the manufacturer and filed a complaint. The manufacturer advised her that the vehicle was not included in recall 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank). The failure and current mileages were approximately 25,000. Updated 05/07/10. *lj when the consumer took the vehicle to have another service performed she was told the work could not be done, because the check engine light was on. The consumer was informed the light was on due to a faulty fuel sensor and it would cost $400 to repair. Updated 07/14/10. Updated 07/14/10.
Nissan fronteir xe fuel sending unit defective and has been for over a year . Called nissan consumer affairs and they said my truck was not part of the recall....other fronteirs qualify but mine does not....I have the exact problem as the others involved in recall but mine can't be part of this? Why
Tl* the contacts owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated that the fuel level indicator displayed inaccurate fuel levels. He experienced several instances of vehicle hesitation due to the lack of gasoline in the fuel tank; yet, the fuel level indicator displayed that there was a sufficient amount of gasoline in the vehicle. The contact located the federal safety agency campaign id number 10v075000 (exterior lighting: fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxillary tank) and stated that the failure was directly related. The failure mileage was 60,000 and the current mileage was 66,000. Updated 05/06/10. *lj updated 05/10/10
The fuel gage either shows full or one fourth or empty even after a fill up. I have ran out of gas in heavy traffic almost resulting in several rear end collisions.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. On february 1, 2010 he noticed that the fuel sensor gauge failed to display the correct amount of fuel in the tank for twenty minutes. Whenever there was a half of tank of gasoline in the vehicle, the fuel gauge didn't register that amount. He contacted the manufacturer and was advised that his VIN was not included in recall 10v075000 fuel system, gasoline storage, auxiliary tank, but he should take the vehicle to the dealer to be diagnosed. A local mechanic diagnosed the failure and stated that fuel sensor caused the failure to occur; therefore, he refused to pay an additional diagnostic fee. The vehicle was not repaired and he will replace the vehicle if the manufacturer does not add his VIN to the recall. The failure mileage was 46,000 and the current mileage was 51,000.
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