2006 Nissan Pathfinder Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

2006 Nissan Pathfinder recalls

Most common 2006 Nissan Pathfinder problems

Problem areas named in the 837 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem area	Reports
Power Train	451
Engine And Engine Cooling	186
Engine	147
Fuel System, Gasoline	138
Fuel/Propulsion System	71
Unknown Or Other	43
Steering	41
Electrical System	34
Fuel System, Other	29
Vehicle Speed Control	16

What owners report

2025-06-24, Fuel/Propulsion System
I've ran out of gas twice my indicator the gas tank gauge does not show that the vehicle is empty it shows it's full and then I run out of gas on the side of the road almost get hit by cars trying to get to gas station to get more gas in the middle of traffic very dangerous have my daughter with me trying to push my vehicle out of the way so I don't get hit apparently it's a recall that says mine was done but it's not done because it's still having problems I am the third owner of mine so I think it was mislabeled as completed if that's the case then how do I know any of these recalls have been done properly

2025-01-16, Fuel System, Gasoline
See attached document for complaint.

2024-10-11, Fuel System, Gasoline
The contact stated that the company owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the fuel gauge displayed a full tank, then suddenly displayed that the fuel was empty, improperly displaying the fuel level. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who determined that the fuel level sensor was high causing the fuel pump to fail. The contact was informed that the fuel pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 130,000.

2024-06-12, Power Train
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.

2023-11-24, Air Bags
I was hit on the drivers side, where the front drivers door stops and the back door begins. The other drivers was estimated at going 50-60 mph. My car spun and rolled over 360 degrees. None of the airbags deployed. The sheriff, ambulance, firefighters all told me to report it. The car was totaled at the scene so unfortunately no inspections were able to be made. There were not warning lights previous to the accident.

2006 Nissan Pathfinder questions

Does the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder: Engine And Engine Cooling; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Auxillary Tank; Air Bags:Frontal. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder?

Based on 837 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (451), Engine And Engine Cooling (186), Engine (147).

How do I check if a recall on my 2006 Nissan Pathfinder has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.