Auxillary Tank problems of the 2006 Nissan Frontier - part 2

38 problems related to auxillary tank have been reported for the 2006 Nissan Frontier. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Nissan Frontier based on all problems reported for the 2006 Frontier.

36 Auxillary Tank problem

Failure Date: 05/16/2009

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. While driving at 10 mph, the contact noticed a soft whining noise coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealership where the timing belt tension assembly was replaced. The failure mileage was approximately 50,000. The current mileage was approximately 82,000. Updated 07/12/jb updated 7/26/10 the timing chain tensioner positioner assembly and fuel gauge had to be replaced. The consumer stated a recall had been issued regarding the fuel problem. The consumer stated he did receive a recall check, however it was for less than he paid for the repairs. Updated 08/09/jb.

37 Auxillary Tank problem

Failure Date: 03/29/2009

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 NHTSA. The failure mileage was approximately 60,000. The current mileage was approximately 70,000. Updated 6/1/10 the transmission was not acting properly and the air conditioner was not working. Updated 06/04/10.

38 Auxillary Tank problem

Failure Date: 07/01/2008

The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Frontier. When the fuel tank was full the fuel gauge indicated that it was empty and the check engine light remained illuminated. He contacted the manufacturer and no assistance was offered because the vehicle was not under warranty. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 37,500 and the current mileage was 55,007. Updated 4/30/10 updated 05/10/jb.




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