Two problems related to engine noise have been reported for the 2006 Nissan Xterra. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Nissan Xterra based on all problems reported for the 2006 Xterra.
Vehicle has stalled multiple times, both in motion and parked. There were no warning signals, strange noises, or other indicators to point to the issue. Additionally, when trying to use the obd port to diagnose the issue, the obd port will not read and only gives an error.
Nissan knew about an issue with the timing chain tension system tcts even in early testing of the motor and pre-production dating back to 2004. The tcts ensures that the pistons and valves are properly timed and eliminate the coming in contact with each other or causing catastrophic failure. Nissan even issued beginning in July of 2007 the TSB technical service bulletins instructs technicians to replace the faulty tcts components if there is a whining, clicking or buzzing sounds. For the actual case against Nissan north America and Nissan motor company here is the link to the court documents: https://law. Justia. Com/cases/federal/district-courts/California/cacdce/2:2013cv00686/553274/166/.