2006 Nissan Frontier: complete transmission failure

Filed Dec 15, 2021 · Transmission · CO

I was at work, Which is 100% depended on my vehicle, as I work in the oilfield, I was out in the middle of nowhere, when I was getting back into my vehicle, I turned the key and the vehicle would not even turnover, I was forced to walk 5 miles to get to a job site that cell phone service to make a call for help, Took the truck to my mechanic, He said it was a transmission code coming up on his computer and that he was unable to fix, So I had to tow the vehicle a second time to Nissan in Grand Junction co. where they informed me that the Transmission and Radiator fluid has mixed together, Now I'm needing a new Transmission and coolant system at a price over $6000, They did let me know that this was a VERY common problem with this vehicle.

Filed Feb 17, 2021 · Transmission · 72,000 miles · WA

After turning over 72,000 miles, a slight vibration was noticed during normal driving conditions. Our local transmission mechanic diagnosed the problem as a non-repairable transmission due to radiator fluid mixing with the transmission fluid: resulting in the need for a brand new transmission.

Filed Oct 15, 2019 · Transmission · 238,768 miles · CA

Check engine light came on. Nissan diagnosed engine coolant in transmission fluid. Need new transmission and radiator.

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 Mar 5, 2019 · Transmission · 146,000 miles · CO

The problem stems from an acknowledged defect inside the radiator assembly. The metal tubes that separate engine coolant from transmission fluid crack over time. Coolant and transmission fluid mixes through these cracks and subsequently cause transmission failure. Vehicle was in motion when this happened. Vehicle was stopped at a traffic light but when the light turned green vehicle had no power when trying to accelerate. Vehicle was towed to the nearest dealer where they told me the problem was with the transmission as described above. This problem has been document many times before and nissan is aware of it. A manufacture recall has never been issued. Repairs have been allowed under warranty but this vehicle is past the time limit and number of miles defined in the warranty and nissan will not take any responsibility for this defect.

Filed Feb 22, 2019 · Engine, Fuel system · 80,000 miles · MD

The 2 complaints I have regarding my frontier have been recalled for the same yr that my frontier is, but I didn't receive a recall notice for either one. First is the fuel pump sending unit, which shows you how much gas you have in the vehicle. My fuel gauge will show that I have no gas even after I fill up my tank, but then I can park for a few minutes & then the gauge will show that I have a full tank of gas. I ran a diagnostic test, & the results displayed a code that meant it needed a new sending unit. However, with this particular model, I cannot just get the sending unit, because it only comes in one whole piece, meaning that the mechanics will have to empty the gas tank & drop the tank, which is much more work. Therefore, this repair will cost me $900.00. The second complaint & the most outrageous & disappointing one is regarding my transmission & radiator. Recently I took my frontier into the shop to habe the transmission fluid checked & changed if it needed to be. However, the mechanic called & informed that after hooking my truck up to a transmission tester, the results indicated that I had pressure problems due to the radiator coolant leaking into the transmission fluid, & causing a chemical reaction that will destroy the clutches inside the automatic transmission. Keep in mind that I only have 80,000 miles on my 2006 frontier, & needing a new transmission already with this low mileage is absolutely ridiculous & uncalled for. Especially since nissan has done a recall for the same yr & model of my truck, & for the exact thing that my faulty radiator was doing. For some unknown reason, my radiator model was not on the recall list for either one of the recalls & it should've been, because there are hundreds of consumers that have had the same problem that I have had, & that's with both of my complaints. So I just spent $4,000.00 for a rebuilt 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 Nov 14, 2018 · Engine · TX

My transmission went out. The mechanic said the radiator leaked into the transmission. This repair costed me $4000, new transmission and new radiator. Was considering buying another nissan but will never buy another one. I will be providing the bill as soon as I can scan them.

Filed Sep 26, 2018 · Transmission · 128,000 miles · CA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. While the vehicle was idling, the transmission failed and the vehicle could not be moved. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer to be diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 128,000.

Filed Sep 16, 2018 · Transmission · 110,000 miles · NC

Due to design flaw resulting in mixing of transmission fluid and radiator fluid, transmission was destroyed and had to be replaced. Vehicle was in motion on a city street at approximately 45 MPH whenever failure occurred. I have since been made aware that this is a common issue with many nissan vehicles with similar systems. Documentation of transmission replacement is not currently in my possession, however if necessary, all documentation can be obtained from transmission repair facility.

Filed Aug 1, 2018 · Engine, Transmission · 108,172 miles · VA

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan frontier. The contact stated that the vehicle slowly reduced speed and came to a complete stop several times without warning. The dealer (robert woodall nissan, 132 union st, danville, va 24540, (434) 797-1411) replaced the transmission; however, the failure continued. The vehicle was taken back to the dealer who only inspected the vehicle and was unable to determine if the failure was electrical, engine, or power train related. The contact was uncertain if the vehicle was included in the federal safety agency campaign number: 1v0517000 (engine and engine cooling). The manufacturer was notified of the failures. The approximate failure mileage was 108,172.

Filed Jun 28, 2018 · Transmission · 137,000 miles · TX

I own a 2006 nissan frontier and after doing research I found the article about several recalls for 2005-2010 models. The persons involved reported the same symptoms we are experiencing such as transmission fluid leaking into the radiator coolant spontaneously and now transmission failure while towing a pop up camper that is 3200 lbs which is within the towing range reportedlyfor this vehicle. I got an extended warranty and they report they will only cover up to $1900 and my mechanic states the total costs are $4800. I am very concerned my vehicle is doing the same. Can anyone help us?