Fuel gauge on my 2006 nissan pathfinder with 59,000 miles shows empty when the tank is full. Check engine light stays on. Dealer blames a faulty fuel sensor but it appears that a wealth of other pathfinder owners have experienced the same issue. Appears to be an issue with the design of the truck.
2006 Nissan Pathfinder fuel system complaints
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Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated the fuel level indicator would not read accurate fuel levels. The indicator would read the fuel tank as full when in actuality the fuel tank would be empty. The dealer advised the fuel sensor had malfunctioned and would need to be replaced. Although there was a recall for the failure (the federal safety agency campaign id number 10v075000: fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxillary tank), the manufacturer advised the contact that his VIN was not included in the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 50,000 and the current mileage 60,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated that the fuel indicator would read inaccurate fuel levels. She received recall notice the federal safety agency id number 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank) which was directly related to the failure. The dealer made repairs to the fuel gauge. The failure recurred and the vehicle was taken back to the dealer where a second repair was made to the fuel gauge. The failure recurred a second time. The contact stated that the dealer did not make the required recall repairs. The fuel gauge would continue to read inaccurate fuel levels or it would become inoperable sporadically. No further repairs were made to the vehicle. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000 and the current mileage was 57,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. The contact noticed the fuel level indicator was reading inaccurate fuel levels. In addition, the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. The dealer advised the fuel sensor was defective and would need to be replaced. The manufacture advised there were no recalls and would not provide any assistance. The fuel sensor was not replaced. The approximate failure mileage was 71,000 and the current mileage was 75,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. While driving at speeds of 25 MPH, the fuel level indicator failed. The dealer and manufacturer were both contacted and advised that although there was a recall for the failure (the federal safety agency campaign id number 10v075000: fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank) his VIN was not included. Any repairs to the vehicle would be at the contacts expense. The current mileage was 88,809 and the failure mileage was unknown.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated after filling the vehicle with gasoline fuel, the check engine light illuminated on the instrument panel. The dealer was contacted and advised the vehicle was not included in any recalls pertaining to the fuel system. The vehicle did not receive any repairs. The failure mileage was 83,000 and the current mileage was 84,000.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated the fuel level indicator would read inaccurate fuel levels. The contact located a recall that directly related to the failure (the federal safety agency campaign id number: 10v075000, fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank) however the dealer advised her VIN was not included in the recall campaign. The fuel sensor was replaced at the owner's expense. The failure and current mileages were 81,650.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated the fuel level indicator would fail on every occasion of filling the vehicle with gasoline. The mechanic performed a diagnostic, producing code 30463 (fuel level sending unit failure). The manufacturer advised there were no recalls for the vehicle. The contact believed the federal safety agency campaign id number 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank) was directly related to the failure. The failure mileage was 40,000 and the current mileage was 43,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. The contact was driving approximately 65 MPH with a half a tank of gasoline in the fuel tank. Suddenly, the fuel gauge displayed empty. The check engine and the fuel tank warning lights illuminated on the instrument panel. The failures occurred after the fuel tank was consumed to the half tank capacity level; however, after a few days the fuel gauge adjusted to the correct reading. The warning indicators remained illuminated until the engine was turned off. The vehicle had not been repaired when the complaint was filed. The failure mileage was 65,000. The current mileage was 71,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. The contact was driving approximately 40 MPH when the fuel gauge and fuel sensor malfunctioned which caused the vehicle to stop running even though there was one quarter tank of fuel. Also, there was an illumination of the check engine warning light on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer with no repairs performed on the vehicle. The failure mileage was 29,100. The current mileage was 29,200. The consumer stated nissan acknowledged there was a recall for his make, model and year. However, the assembly date of the part was not included. Updated 06/30/10.
2006 pathfinder fuel cell sensor stop working one month after purchase. Vehicle warranty cover was 85 miles over vehicle warranty. Manufacture dealer quoted me repair cost of $600.00 see on the web, other owner of 2006 nissan pathfinder have the same complaint. Vehicle display empty gas tank when full. Display half tank, 1/4, 3/4. Driver never knows what amount of gas is in the gas tank. Auto could run out of fuel in heavy traffic.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated that the fuel level sensor failed, causing an inaccurate reading of fuel levels. The contact was unaware when she was traveling with very low levels of fuel. The fuel level sensor was purchased at the dealer and repaired by an independent mechanic. The contact was able to locate a recall (the federal safety agency campaign id number 10v075000: fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank) for the failure and sought reimbursement for the repairs made at her expense. The manufacture advised her VIN was not included with the recall and denied her request. The failure mileage was 55,000. Updated 6/1/10 *cn updated 08/06/10
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. The contact stated that the fuel gauge would not register the correct level of fuel in the vehicle. When he added gasoline to the fuel tank to its capacity, the gauge would indicate that the fuel tank was still empty. The contact stated that the failure was related to recall 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline, storage auxiliary tank). The failure mileage was approximately 45,000. The current mileage was approximately 63,000.
Fuel gauge does not register correct amount of fuel. When I fill the tank it will show empty or some other incorrect amount. Also, the dte display is flashing solid lines and the check engine light is on. After driving the gauge sometimes starts to work properly but it always malfunctions at some point. Check engine light goes out sometimes, but comes back on when fuel level gets low.
I have a nissan pathfinder with a fuel sensor problem. However, since the nissan pathfinder was built in april 2006 it is not included in the nissan fuel sensor recall (even know it is the same issue as pathfinders built in march 2006 that are included in the recall. Nissan won't do anything for me. I have called and complained but to no avail. Can the recall be expanded, this is the vehicle for my wife and kids. If you look on the following website forum http://x.nissanhelp.com/forums/nissan-news/14408-nissan-fuel-gauge-recall.html you will note that their are several other vehicles that have the issue that are not be handled. Please help.
In november 2008 I purchased my 2006 nissan pathfinder se from a private owner. There were approximately 42,000 miles on the vehicle. After having it inspected, I was told it was in great shape and for 1 year I drove it with no significant problems. In november 2009, the gas gague began registering empty when it was on a quarter tank. The dealer replaced the fuel sensor ($400) which resolved the problem. I later found out that there was a recall on the same make/model and for that exact problem just 3 monthes after I had mine repaired, but because my VIN# was not on the recall list, I was told my money would not be refunded . Not long after this incident with 58,000 miles on my vehicle, I started having transmission problems, I was told by the dealership that even though my transmission is covered up to 60,000 miles, because the problem originated from a faulty seal on my radiator (only covered until 36,000 miles) that leaked antifreeze into my transmission, my transmission repairs were my responsibility. I call nissan corp. To report the problem and the representative informed me that nissan has received multiple complaint calls form owners having the same problem with the same vehicle. She advised me to voice my concerns to you in hopes that you could reslove the matter.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. After filling the fuel tank with gasoline, the fuel gauge indicated that the fuel tank was empty and the check engine light illuminated. He called the manufacturer who informed him that his vehicle was not included in recall 10v075000 (fuel system, gasoline: storage: auxiliary tank). He planned to take the vehicle to the dealership to have it diagnosed. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000. The current mileage was approximately 82,000.
Tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. While driving 30 MPH the contact noticed that the fuel gauge was not working. The contact called the manufacturer and was told to take it to the dealer since it was part of the recall. The dealer advised the contact that they would have to wait for a recall letter and then she could bring the vehicle back. The vehicle had not been repaired. The failure mileage was unknown. The current mileage was 100,000.
Instrument fuel gauge show that the vehicle has one quarter tank when the fuel tank is empty.
Tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. While the contact was driving the vehicle he noticed that the fuel gauge had suddenly dropped to zero, moments later the vehicle had suddenly shut off. The vehicle was taken to the dealership where the contact was informed that the fuel gauge needed to be replaced. There were no prior warnings and the current and failure mileages were 68000.
The driver seat belt will not unlock and sometime the fuel gauge do not work.
My 2006 nissan pathfinder recently began displaying the "service engine soon" light in response to both the fuel gauge and the electronic dte fuel gauge which have failed. As a result, it is difficult to determine how much fuel is currently in the vehicle at any given time.
Fuel sending unit in the 2006 nissan pathfinder broke and nissan will not cover the fix. Wife was stranded at the side of the road. The part should be recalled as there are confirmation from mechanics that these fail too early.
Fuel sending sensor fails to register properly. Appears to be a known problem having done a google search. Gas gauge reads full then empty. Never sure how much fuel is in the vehicle. Not sure if there's a possibility the vehicle will think it's out of fuel at any given time. What if I'm driving down the road and the vehicle thinks there's no fuel? Nissan dealer says oh well. They want any where from $500 to a $1000 to fix, then there's not guarantee it will fix the problem? This is not right.
2006 nissan pathfinder - in august the fuel gauge stops working I have to replace the fuel pump. In december the radiator coolant and transmission fluid mix and I have to replace radiator and flush transmission fluid. In january the ipmd module goes out, car goes completely dead on freeway and almost causes an accident. In february ses light goes on again this time catalytic converter goes bad. February 24 coolant and transmission fluid mixing again taking to shop tomorrow. Please look into the issues, if you search the internet you will discover this is not an isolated incident. Please help. I'm sure I will be posting again next month.
Starting in january 2008, the gas gauge 0f my 2006 nissan pathfinder works erratically. Check engine light came on soon after. Westernauto checked the failure, and found fuel sensor error. There are a lot of complaints on nissan pathfinder forum, all with similar/identical problem. Just adding my name to the list requesting nissan address this potential safety problem because the risk of run out of gas.
Starting in dec. 2009, gas gauge on 2006 nissan pathfinder works intermittently/ erratically. Check engine light came on soon after. Autozone checked obd ii, and found fuel sensor error (p0463). There are multiple complaints on nissan pathfinder forum, all with similar/identical problem. Just adding my name to the list requesting nissan address this potential safety problem unless you keep track of mileage, and know mpg, you run risk of running out of gas. Also noted that error code on obd ii may cause failure of emissions/safety check. Can't license car!
Fuel sending sensor unit on my 2006 nissan pathfinder is shot. It appears to be an ongoing issue with this make/model as well as other nissan products and should be a recall no questions asked.
Fuel gauge on my 2006 nissan pathfinder with 62,000 miles shows empty when the tank is full. Dte reads -----, and check engine light stays on.
2006 nissan pathfinder, reading posts it seems as though my fuel sensor is bad in my vehicle. Fill tank and it still registers a half a tank, this seems to be an ongoing issue with nissans and believe they have installed a faulty part that keeps on failing in all the vehicles they are installed in. From what I understand this does not effect the operation of the car. I believe nissan needs to provide a recall on these nissans that this part was installed and forgo any cost to the consumer.
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