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5N1AN08W46C••••••2006 Nissan XTERRA
This build draws 1.6× more complaints than the average 2006 Nissan XTERRA build (26 vs 16).
26on this build
650on the model
41builds in total
Most reportedPower Train 12Fuel System 7Engine And Engine Cooling 7Gasoline 6
What owners of this build wrote
Fuel/propulsion SystemSep 2019
Fuel gauge does not function properly. Put gas in and it does not register. Having to keep track of mileage when gas is put in. Saw a recall campaign 10V075000 and contacted my local nissan dealership and they advised if under recall would be repaired at no charge would inquire…
EngineFeb 2018
Was driving in a 55 zone in my xterra and the engine lost power outa no where. Good thing no one was behind me or I woulda been killed. Sounds a lot like the intelligent power distribution module (ipdm) assembly contains an engine control module (ecm) that they had problems with…
Power TrainJun 2015
Cracked radiator hose caused coolant to mix with transmission fluid thereby ruining the transmission. Cost included radiator and transmission (used) replacement. This issue would have been proactively repaired / replaced the radiator prior to the issue occurring had nissan…
Engine And Engine CoolingApr 2015
The contact owns a 2006 nissan xterra. While driving approximately 25 mph, the vehicle lost power and stalled without warning. The vehicle was towed to the nissan dealer where it was diagnosed that radiator coolant and transmission fluid mixed together and caused the…
Electrical SystemOct 2013
While driving, check engine soon light comes on, fuel gauge reads empty and empty fuel tank light comes on. Nissan said that warranty extension expired march 2012. Will not repair for free
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Decoded via NHTSA vPIC. Recalls, complaints and safety from NHTSA; MPG from EPA fueleconomy.gov. Full history reports from our partner. VIN 5N1AN08W46C559584 · decoded Aug 2026. — ForCar Reviewed by Denis Kataev, founder of ForCar.