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2006 Nissan Frontier repairs by problem area

Engine (46%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (10%)

Brakes and Traction Control (8%)

Suspension and Steering (13%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (15%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)

Other (6%)

Chart based on 48 repairs.
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2006 Nissan Frontier repair cost distribution

$2500+ (2%)

$1000 - $2499 (12%)

$500 - $999 (10%)

$100 - $499 (43%)

< $100 (33%)

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Chart based on 42 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Nissan Frontier 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range

Nissan Frontier in Colorado, United States
Feb 2015 - May 2017
Aug 2015

123100 mi

US $97
Driver side window sometimes wouldn't work. I replaced the window regulator, which is actually pretty easy if you get a friend to help. Problem is fixed. 
Feb 2016

128000 mi

US $67
Rubber air intake hose was split due to age. The rubber piece is not available separately, so I replaced the entire assemble that consists of the plastic and rubber hoses between the air filter and air flow sensor. 
Mar 2016

129000 mi

US $200
Tire pressure monitoring system had at least one failed sensor. (They have non-replaceable batteries that don't last forever). I needed tires and had the shop replace all 4 TPMS sensors at the same time. Sensors were about $50 each. 
Oct 2016

133400 mi

US $400
Secondary timing chain tensioners were failing. This is a known problem for the early VQ40 engines. I replaced both secondary tensioners and all 3 chains. Same repair was done under warranty by previous owner at 35k miles in 2008. 
Feb 2017

135588 mi

US $500
Had a hard start / high idle issue, plus I got a check engine light that said one of the 4 catalytic converters was bad. Ended up replacing all 4 oxygen sensors and all 6 fuel injectors (which fixed the check engine light - cat was fine). The high idle / hard start issue was fixed by tracking down vacuum leaks (new intake gaskets and PCV hoses), cleaning throttle body (buildup near throttle plate was causing problems), and performing the idle air volume learning procedure. 

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2006 Nissan Frontier 4dr Extended Cab 6ft bed

265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

Nissan Frontier in Arizona, United States
Feb 2015 - Jun 2022
Mar 2021

126000 mi

US $80
Two coil replacements about six months apart. 150.00 total 

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2006 Nissan Frontier 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual RWD

Nissan Frontier in Massachusetts, United States
Feb 2012 - Dec 2015
Nov 2012

92000 mi

US $1300
Secondary timing chain tensioners failed, necessitating replacement of them and the chains. A defect that is showing up in these V6 engines, not covered by Nissan, unless under warranty. VERY disappointed. 

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2006 Nissan Frontier 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

Nissan Frontier in Kentucky, United States
Jan 2016 - Jun 2018
Mar 2016

194000 mi

US $400
Replaced bad axle bearings and fluid. One axle shaft had to be replaced. 
May 2016

196900 mi

US $30
Aftermarket thermostat was not opening far enough. Engine temperature was averaging 230F. Replaced with OEM. Temperature now stays at 202F. 
Feb 2017

212000 mi

US $55
Drivers window regulator/ motor no longer would raise the window. Replaced the regulator assembly. 
Apr 2017

215500 mi

US $69
Camshaft Position sensor failed, Replaced part. 
Dec 2017

233000 mi

US $100
Replaced drive shaft center support Installed new M226 Axle bearing/seal. 
Nissan Frontier in Virginia, United States
Feb 2015 - Jun 2015
Jun 2015

162000 mi

US $150
Wheel bearing assembly replaced 
Nissan Frontier in California, United States
May 2012 - May 2016
Oct 2012

93460 mi

US $110
Replace fuel sender 
Mar 2014

110757 mi

US $664
Repair Leak Replace Transmission because of engine coolant contamination. Replace Radiator 
Dec 2015

134597 mi

US $208
Replace bank 2 camshaft sensor 
Mar 2016

138774 mi

US $1155
Replace alternator Replace Front driver Catalytic converter. 
Apr 2016

139399 mi

US $180
Replace 2 upper and 3 lower timing chain guides Battery was replaced. 

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2006 Nissan Frontier 4dr Crew Cab 5ft bed

265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range

Nissan Frontier in Washington, United States
Feb 2011 - Aug 2016
Sep 2011

42000 mi

US $60
Replaced Tailgate Mounts (Right Side) 
Nissan Frontier in Maryland, United States
- Aug 2008
Jun 2008

35000 mi
Drivers window motor (replaced) 
Jul 2008

40000 mi
Timing chain whine repaired again still not fixed 
Aug 2008

47000 mi
Timing chain whine repair (new motor put in truck to fix the problem.Now at 95000 miles and the problems back 
Nissan Frontier in Illinois, United States
Jul 2015 - Apr 2016
Jul 2015

133000 mi

US $433
REPLACED TIE ROD 
Jan 2016

141700 mi

US $344
replaced front wheel bearings 
Nissan Frontier in Iowa, United States
Feb 2015 - Jun 2018
Jul 2015

86300 mi

US $806
Front wheel bearings were failing, indicated by noise. 
Aug 2016

97000 mi

US $600
Rust-through of rear fenders. Sanded, puttied, painted. 
Jun 2017

107000 mi

US $241
Replaced cam sensor 
Nissan Frontier in Nova Scotia, Canada
Feb 2013 - Sep 2018
Oct 2013

39680 mi

C $1050
Replaced leaking radiator, fan motor and fan control resistor that were not working. All work was completed by the dealer under warranty. The rear axle vent was also replaced because it was not operating. Pin in front calliper was seized and causing calliper to stick, replaced calliper. Rebuilt other front Also replaced the parking brake shoes and hardware. Both rear calliper were corroded and could not be rebuilt, replaced both rear calliope. Pin in front calliper was seized and causing calliper to stick, replaced calliper. Rebuilt other front Also replaced the parking brake shoes and hardware. Both rear calliper were corroded and could not be rebuilt, replaced both rear calliper 
Jun 2014

40920 mi

C $120
Once the scan toolread the code, I determined that one of the upstream air fuel sensor required replacement. It was the unit before the catalytic converter on the driver's side. Access was good after removing the front tire and fender liner. 
Nov 2015

46180 mi

C $1386
Worn right lower ball joint replaced with MOOG part. Identified during safety inspection, $228. Replaced oil pan and bolts due to corrosion, $405. Replaced transmission pan and bolts due to corrosion, $359. Replaced a defective sensor for the master brake cylinder that had caused the VDC off and SLIP lights to be lite on the dash, $394. 
Jun 2017

54560 mi

C $260
Fuel lines supply and return from the tank to the engine have a small section that is metallic that corroded and caused fuel leakage - repaired both. 
Sep 2017

55800 mi

C $240
Replaced both front calipers - one was the original and corroded where the seals contact the pistons, the other had both pistons seized and replaced under a NAPA warranty. Pads were replaced because of wear on the passenger/left side due to seized caliper pistons. Both rotors are in good condition. 
Sep 2018

60140 mi

C $25
Service engine soon lamp indicated a problem, code was PA200. Replaced defective Air fuel sensor - upstream passenger side with new OEM part 
Nissan Frontier in Virginia, United States
Dec 2015 - Jan 2017
Jan 2017

290000 mi

US $1000
Massive exhaust leak. Dropped a valve. 
Nissan Frontier in Texas, United States
Feb 2006 - Mar 2018
Nov 2006

6885 mi
Replace engine drive belt tensioner and belt. (Second Time) 
Sep 2016

85000 mi

US $125
Had to remove entire dash in order to gain access to the A/C evaperator coil. The coil had a refrigerant leak and was replaced. Parts included replacement evap, expansion valve and 2 lbs. R 113 refrigerant. 
Nissan Frontier in New Mexico, United States
- Oct 2009
Oct 2009

23000 mi

US $400
Fuel Sensor Failed 

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