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2006 Nissan Pathfinder repairs by problem area

Engine (33%)

Transmission and Drivetrain (14%)

Brakes and Traction Control (5%)

Suspension and Steering (20%)

Electrical and Air Conditioning (16%)

Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (4%)

Other (7%)

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2006 Nissan Pathfinder suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (6%)

$1000 - $2499 (13%)

$500 - $999 (19%)

$100 - $499 (25%)

< $100 (38%)

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Chart based on 16 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.

2006 Nissan Pathfinder

Engine not specified

66000 mi Steering column cracked 
82400 mi

US $50
rear stabilizer replaced 
83000 mi

US $50
front end stabilizer replaced had insurance so only $50 

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2006 Nissan Pathfinder 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD

45000 mi Rattle and popping from front suspension. Dealer unable to duplicate. 
56000 mi Repeat visit for popping / squeaking noise from front suspension. 
69000 mi Third time in for popping / scraping / squeaking in front suspension. 
81000 mi

US $189
Suspension clunk never fixed. 

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2006 Nissan Pathfinder 4dr SUV

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

194680 mi

C $360
All shocks were done, and worn out, drove like a big ship over rough sea. Replaced both front struts as one unit (spring and shock as one assembly) Replaced both front shocks with a Pre-assembled Strut assemblies. Also replaced both rear shocks only at the same time. 
111600 mi

C $350
Wheel bearing failed 

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2006 Nissan Pathfinder 4dr SUV

270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range

104000 mi

US $700
Rear lower control arms needed to be cut out (due to rust) and replaced to effectively align vehicle. 
123800 mi

US $1649
Wheel bearing worn, replaced. Balljoint worn; replaced. Rear springs broken; replaced Front and rear shocks worn; replaced. 
123900 mi

US $1375
New tierod ends and lower ball joints 
140000 mi

US $2900
Broken coil spring. Replace both coil springs lower control arms. Rear shocks. Rotors and brakes 
62280 mi

$160
REPLACEMENT OF ONE WHEEL HUB 
64480 mi

$800
Replaced wheel hubs, brake discs and pads. 
120460 mi

C $667
Left front bearing went out while turning left. Limped home 30 miles and was replaced the next day. 

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2006 Nissan Pathfinder Suspension Problems

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