The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact became aware of transmission failure during the gear shifting. The contact stated that the gear shifter would remain in neutral. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic and was diagnosed with transmission failure. The contact was informed that the transmission needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The dealer was contacted. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 128,364.
2006 Nissan Pathfinder transmission problems
450 complaints (54% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 101,100. 2 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 450
- of this car's complaints
- 54%
- typical mileage
- 101,100
- crashes
- 2
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Automatic transmission37
- Driveline: driveshaft1
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Nissan Pathfinder transmission problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder transmission
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Transmission failure 120Jerking 50Slipping 38Shudder 26Hesitation 17Won't shift 12Harsh shifting 7Whining noise 7
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Related investigations
Transmission Failures
On February 29, 2012 the federal safety agency received a letter petitioning the agency to conduct a defect investigation into MY 2005-2010 Nissan Pathfinder, Frontier, and Xterra vehicles [the subject vehicles] for automatic transmission failures related to failed transmission coolers.the federal safety agency conducted a comprehensive review of data related to this subject. Our report, documenting this review, is available in the document file for this defect petition.It will also be published in the Federal Register. Of the 2,505 referenced complaints, 638 relate to a potential hazard (unable to maintain speed, no motive power, engine stall) and 1,867 concern customer satisfaction issues including, but not limited to, repair cost, vehicle shudder and shake, and engine overheating.Taking into account the allocation of agency resources and priorities and the likelihood that additional investigation would result in a finding that an unreasonable risk to highway safety exists, we conclude that further investigation is not warranted and deny the petition.ODI Complaint ID numbers are referenced on the next page.
DP12004
What 2006 Nissan Pathfinder owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Transmission oil cooler line in radiator broke causing coolant and transmission oil to mix and car is not driveable and needs $3,000 repairs
.Transmission failed do to coolant in transmission. .got stuck in traffic and couldn’t go anywhere .this is a known problem with these vehicles .vehicle has been inspected by owner who is a mechanic .there were no warning signs
The transmission started slipping a little let for us when I start from the stop sign or from a dead stop when the engine is cool and I 1st stop it runs fine for the 1st minute or 2 but then as I'm driving all of sudden it start slipping real bad if I'm in regular drive would you overdrive on which in 5th gear cannot go on the highway after 55 miles an hour and just that slipping real bad unless I put it in 4th gear by taking the overdrive off daniel ride okay for a while but it's soon as I go to a stop sign or I stopped the vehicle taking off it's slip so bad it almost is not move at all once you get some moving and runs not too bad but the longer I drive it to where she gets until I shut it off cooled off and then it works again for a couple of minutes
Transmission issue due to leak mixture or radiator fluids. Seems to be a common problem
The vehicle will not shift gears due to coolant in the transmission. This has essentially ruined the transmission due to the radiator failing and allowing coolant into the transmission via the transmission fluid coolant lines that run through the bottom of the radiator.
To add to my previous complaint my transmission totally went out when I was driving to my moms friends house. I can't even drive it to get places I need to go.
I have a 2006 nissan pathfinder and I was driving to the doctor and there was a shudder. I didn't know exactly what it was until I did some research which explains there are a lot of problems with nissan transmissions in general. I can't afford to fix it due to being on a fixed income. I'm paying payments on it and also insurance which I can't even drive it. I need my vehicle to get places I need to get. I'm not sure what to do. I really believe nissan should recall transmissions and fix them.
The transmission is shuttering, feels like it is slipping at times. The coolant looks like creamy paste. The SUV wants to bounce or pull to the sides. Also at times it feels like the motor is running high and the vehicle will move slow.
El vehiculo coje la reversa pero no el drive y no quiere arracar no la puedo usar ni mover hacia frente
Questions about the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder transmission
Does the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder have transmission problems?
Owners have filed 450 complaints about the transmission of the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder, 54% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.
At what mileage do 2006 Nissan Pathfinder transmission problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 101,100 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder transmission?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
What year does the Nissan Pathfinder have bad transmission?
The Nissan Pathfinder model years with the most transmission complaints are 2005 (585 complaints), 2006 (450 complaints) and 2013 (371 complaints).
Other 2006 Nissan Pathfinder problems
Engine 331Fuel system 231Steering 41Electrical 34Acceleration 16Airbags 14Brakes 9Suspension 9Body 6Driver assistance 5Seat belts 5Tires 4Locks 3Visibility 3Wheels 2Seats 1
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