I've ran out of gas twice my indicator the gas tank gauge does not show that the vehicle is empty it shows it's full and then I run out of gas on the side of the road almost get hit by cars trying to get to gas station to get more gas in the middle of traffic very dangerous have my daughter with me trying to push my vehicle out of the way so I don't get hit apparently it's a recall that says mine was done but it's not done because it's still having problems I am the third owner of mine so I think it was mislabeled as completed if that's the case then how do I know any of these recalls have been done properly
2006 Nissan Pathfinder fuel system problems
231 complaints (28% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 66,600.
- owner complaints
- 231
- of this car's complaints
- 28%
- typical mileage
- 66,600
- crashes
- 0
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Storage: auxillary tank38
- Storage: fuel gauge system5
- Delivery: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings1
- Delivery: fuel pump1
At what mileage
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Nissan Pathfinder fuel system problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder fuel system
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxillary tank
- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
Recall number 10V075000 · Recall details
What 2006 Nissan Pathfinder owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
See attached document for complaint.
The contact stated that the company owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the fuel gauge displayed a full tank, then suddenly displayed that the fuel was empty, improperly displaying the fuel level. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined that the fuel level sensor was high causing the fuel pump to fail. The contact was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000.
Car shuts off In the middle of driving & also when simply parked. It starts jerking like it’s trying to catch up then it kills. It’s happened in front of traffic and busy roadways/intersections. It has happened more than once.
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxillary tank
While driving car would act as if it were going to shut off..we were never informed of recalls and we bought the car brand new we took it to a transmission specialist and was informed radiator was leaking on transmission and we would require up to $3,500 for repairs which included a used transmission
Fuel read empty at the gauge even if fuel tank is full. Engine check light is also lit
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated that the instrument panel fuel gauge displayed the incorrect fuel level. In addition, the fuel warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and the contact was informed of an unknown recall related to the failure; however, the vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was then taken to modern nissan of winston-salem (5795 university pkwy, winston-salem, nc 27105, (336) 767-8260) and the contact was informed of the federal safety agency campaign number: 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage and VIN were not available.
When gas gauge nears 1/4 full the needle either sticks or drops to empty. The gauge does not return to full for several trips or days. Nissan has had recalls for this but indicates my VIN # is not on their list. The problem I am having is exactly as it is described on the recall. I have compensated for this by keeping track of my mileage since I purchased the vehicle in 2014.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. While driving approximately 55 MPH, the contact noticed that the fuel gauge was not working. Normally, the instrument panel would display how many miles remained until fuel was needed according to the fuel amount. Ever since the failure began approximately three months ago, the contact was refueling the vehicle more often since the fuel to mileage system failed. The dealer (dartmouth nissan, 83 s state road, north dartmouth, massachusetts) was informed of the failure and stated that there would be a diagnostic fee. Due to the fee, the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 185,000.
Questions about the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder fuel system
Does the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder have fuel system problems?
Owners have filed 231 complaints about the fuel system of the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder, 28% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2006 Nissan Pathfinder fuel system problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 66,600 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder fuel system?
Yes, 1 recall: 10V075000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Nissan Pathfinder have the most fuel system problems?
The Nissan Pathfinder model years with the most fuel system complaints are 2005 (276 complaints), 2006 (231 complaints) and 2007 (119 complaints).
Other 2006 Nissan Pathfinder problems
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