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2006 NISSAN Pathfinder

5 recalls Risk Grade: B Most severe issue: Critical

All recalls are free to repair at your local dealership. Contact your dealer to schedule service.

Known Safety Recalls

Critical #10V517000 Plain English
Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Manufacturer
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
The Intelligent Power Distribution Module (IPDM) in your vehicle contains a small electrical component called the Engine Control Module (ECM) relay. This relay helps control the engine's functions and has a tiny diode that prevents electrical noise.
Risk if Unfixed
Over time, the diode can break down and create a risk of engine stalling while you're driving, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Your Nissan dealer will replace the faulty ECM relay at no cost to you. This repair is completely free, and you should schedule it as soon as possible.
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Original — What Happened
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004-2006 ARMADA, TITAN, INFINITI QX56 AND MODEL YEAR 2005-2006 FRONTIER, PATHFINDER AND XTERRA VEHICLES. THE INTELLIGENT POWER DISTRIBUTION MODULE (IPDM) ASSEMBLY CONTAINS AN ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) RELAY THAT HAS A DIODE FOR ELECTRICAL CURRENT NOISE REDUCTION. THE ECM RELAY MAY ALLOW SILICON VAPOR TO FORM AND, OVER TIME, THE SILICON EVAPORATES FROM THE DIODE MOLDING WHICH CAUSES SILICON OXIDE TO DEVELOP ON THE ECM RELAY CONTACT DUE TO ARCING.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS COULD CAUSE ENGINE STALLING INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE ECM RELAY INSIDE THE IPDM ASSEMBLY. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON DECEMBER 6, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
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Critical #10V075000 Plain English
Component

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:AUXILLARY TANK

Manufacturer
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
The auxiliary fuel tank in your vehicle is a secondary tank that provides extra fuel storage. In some 2006 and 2008 models, the tank's shell can warp, causing the fuel sensor to malfunction and show the wrong fuel level on your dashboard.
Risk if Unfixed
If the fuel gauge is incorrect, you could think you have more fuel than you really do, and run out of gas while driving. This could cause your vehicle to stall in traffic, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Nissan dealer will replace the faulty fuel level sending unit with a new one that accurately measures the fuel level. This repair is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2006 AND MODEL YEAR 2008 FRONTIER, XTERRA AND PATHFINDER VEHICLES. THE MOLDED FUEL TANK SHELLS CAN DEFORM, CAUSING THE FUEL SENDER FLOAT ARM TO CONTACT AN EMBOSSMENT MOLDED INTO THE TANK SHELL CAUSING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL FUEL GAUGE TO SHOW THAT THE VEHICLE HAS APPROXIMATELY ONE QUARTER TANK WHEN THE FUEL TANK IS EMPTY.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO RUN OUT OF GAS AND STALL IN TRAFFIC, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL LEVEL SENDING UNIT INSIDE THE FUEL TANK WITH A NEW ONE THAT HAS A MODIFIED FLOAT ARM. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR BEFORE MARCH 22, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
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High Priority #10E019000 Plain English
Component

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER ARM

Manufacturer
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
The lower control arm in your vehicle is a crucial part that connects the suspension to the frame. In some cases, the welds on this part may not be strong enough, which could lead to a serious issue.
Risk if Unfixed
If the welds fail, the control arm could break, causing your vehicle to handle poorly. This could make it harder to steer and control your vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the affected lower control arm with a stronger one, at no cost to you. The repair is free, and you'll receive a notification when it's time to schedule the fix.
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Original — What Happened
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN FRONT AND REAR LOWER LINKS, P/NOS. 54501ZQ00A, 54500ZQ00A, 551A1ZQ00A, 551A0ZQ00A , 54501EA00A, 54500EA00A, 551A1EA500, 551A0EA500, 54501ZR00A, AND 54500ZR00A, SOLD BETWEEN NOVEMBER 25, 2009 AND MAY 14, 2010 AS REPLACEMENT PARTS FOR MODEL YEAR 2004 THROUGH 2010 TITAN, ARMADA, AND QX56, AND MODEL YEARS 2005 THROUGH 2010 FRONTIER, XTERRA, AND PATHFINDER VEHICLES. THE LOWER CONTROL LINK ASSEMBLY HAS TWO CYLINDRICAL COLLARS FORMING THE INBOARD ATTACHMENT POINTS TO THE CHASSIS. DUE TO AN IMPROPER WELDING PROCESS SOME COLLARS MAY CONTAIN WELDS THAT DO NOT MEET STRENGTH SPECIFICATIONS.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
IF THE COLLAR WELD SEPARATES, THE VEHICLE HANDLING WILL DETERIORATE, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
NISSAN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE ANY AFFECTED LOWER LINK FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 12, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
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High Priority #08V690000 Plain English
Component

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Manufacturer
NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC.
What Happened
The front crash zone sensor in your vehicle is a critical safety component that helps deploy your airbags. In areas with heavy road salt use, this sensor can rust and malfunction, causing a warning light to illuminate on your dashboard.
Risk if Unfixed
If the sensor fails, your front airbags might not deploy in a crash, which increases the risk of serious injury to you and your passengers.
Free Fix
Your Nissan dealer will replace the faulty sensor with a redesigned one, free of charge. If you're not in one of the affected states, you'll get a 10-year warranty extension on the sensor, and you'll receive a notification and a warranty sticker in the mail.
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Original — What Happened
NISSAN IS RECALLING 242,720 MY 2005-2009 PATHFINDER, FRONTIER AND XTERRA VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, IOWA, MAINE, MARYLAND, MASSACHUSETTS, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, VERMONT, WEST VIRGINIA, WISCONSIN, AND THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA. IN THOSE AREAS OF THE COUNTRY WHICH USE HEAVY CONCENTRATIONS OF ROAD SALT IN THE WINTER, A MIXTURE OF SNOW/WATER AND SALT CAN ENTER INTO THE FRONT CRASH ZONE SENSOR (CZS) HOUSING. IF THIS OCCURS, THE CZS MAY INTERNALLY RUST RESULTING IN A SIGNAL INTERRUPTION. IF THIS HAPPENS, THE RED AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT WILL ILLUMINATE TO ALERT THE VEHICLE OPERATOR.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS ISSUE COULD RESULT IN THE NON-DEPLOYMENT OF THE DRIVER AND PASSENGER FRONT AIR BAGS IN A CRASH, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.
Original — Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FRONT CZS WITH A REDESIGNED SENSOR. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JANUARY 26, 2009. OWNERS IN THE OTHER STATES WILL RECEIVE EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR THE SENSOR TO 10 YEARS. THESE OWNERS WILL BE NOTIFIED OF THE WARRANTY EXTENSION BY MAIL AND WILL RECEIVE A STICKER TO PLACE IN THEIR WARRANTY BOOKLET EXPLAINING THE EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
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Under Review #07E046000 Plain English
Component

EQUIPMENT

Manufacturer
HOPKINS MANUFACTURING CORP.
What Happened
The trailer brake control harness is a critical connector that links your towing vehicle to your trailer's brakes. In some cases, a wire might be misrouted, disrupting the connection.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, your trailer brakes won't work when you apply the brakes in your towing vehicle. This could make it harder to stop your trailer, and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your dealership will swap out the faulty harness with a redesigned one, free of charge. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
CERTAIN HOPKINS AFTERMARKET TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL CONNECTION HARNESSES SOLD FOR USE ON CERTAIN MODELS OF NISSAN VEHICLES WHICH ARE LISTED ABOVE. THE INTERNAL PART NUMBERS WITHIN HOPKINS ARE: 1010476025, 1040376025, 1110476025, 1170376025, 1290376025, 1010476035, 1040376035, 1110476035, 1170376035, AND 1290376035. A WIRE MAY HAVE BEEN PLACED IN AN INCORRECT POSITION IN THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTOR HOUSING. THIS RESULTS IN AN INCORRECT ROUTING OF WIRES BETWEEN THE TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER AND THE TOWING VEHICLE WIRING SYSTEM.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
THIS HARNESS WOULD RESULT IN POWER FROM THE TRAILER BRAKE CONTROLLER GOING TO THE TOWING VEHICLE DASH LIGHT CIRCUIT RATHER THAN THE TRAILER BRAKES. THIS RESULT WOULD BE THE LACK OF TRAILER BRAKING WHEN THE TOWING VEHICLE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. IT WOULD ALSO RESULT IN THE TOWING VEHICLES DASH LIGHTS BEING ACTIVATED WHEN THE VEHICLE BRAKES WERE APPLIED. THE FAILURE OF THE APPLICATION OF THE TRAILER BRAKE COULD RESULT IN REDUCED ABILITY TO STOP AND CONTRIBUTE TO A POSSIBLE CRASH.
Original — Remedy
HOPKINS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE ORIGINAL HARNESS WITH A REVISED HARNESS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN AUGUST 17, 2007. OWNERS CAN CONTACT HOPKINS AT 800-835-0129.
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Browse by Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
1 recall
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
1 recall
SUSPENSION
1 recall
AIR BAGS
1 recall
EQUIPMENT
1 recall

Other NISSAN Pathfinder Years

2013
11 recalls
2012
2 recalls
2011
2 recalls
2010
5 recalls
2009
4 recalls
2008
5 recalls
2007
2 recalls
2005
4 recalls
2004
7 recalls
2003
7 recalls
2002
9 recalls
2001
7 recalls
2000
6 recalls

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