I just got my truck out of the shop and just had the ecm replaced and yet my truck still stalls. The problem stems from an acknowledged defect inside the radiator assembly. The Contact Was Unable To Provide A Vin. The only option is replacement of the transmission. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. They called me 2 days later and told me that a crack in the hose that runs through the radiator to the transmission was allowing antifreeze to get into the transmission and the transmission was causing the rumbling noise.
The dealer recommended replacing the axle shaft and associated seal. Transmission mechanic stated that failure was rusted internal transmission components. This investigation proceeded slowly, lasting more than four years. I Know This Is Not An Isolated Incident. This is a major safety hazard as I don't wish to be driving along when my truck stalls and I'm rear-ended by another vehicle or by a tractor trailer god forbid.
Nissan motor replaced the entire rear axle assembly. I was in rush hour traffic, stopped at a light downtown headed to the freeway entrance ramp. The system began stalling on sunday and as I pressed the gas the rpm would increase but the car would not accelerate. I spoke with steven jones and he informed me that there is a known issue with 05 Xterra's where the radiator fluid leaks into the transmission which will in turn cause the engine to cease. The lining wore out and the flywheel warped. If Nissan is aware of this problem, then we need to be compensated for our expenses and anguish.
The following day, the vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed that radiator coolant leaked into the transmission fluid chamber and the transmission failed. In fact the letter sent to the consumers doesn't even reference the transmission in which it destroys. The mechanic told me that the failure is a known problem and that it occurs with no warning. Engine overheating was what brought my attention to any issue, the overheating was a result of the transfer of transmission fluid into the coolant system as well. The Failure Mileage Was 20,000 And The Current Mileage Was 31,000. The contact stated the transmission began slipping and the vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnosis.
Complaint Number: 10389763 Incident Date: September 14, 2010 Date Added to File: March 10, 2011 Description of the Complaint: The contact owns a 2005 nissan xterra. Complaint Number: 10359249 Incident Date: October 3, 2010 Date Added to File: October 5, 2010 Description of the Complaint: 2005 nissan xterra- transmission failure due to leakage of radiator fluid from transmission cooling line infiltrating into transmission and causing it to fail. The contact stated that the transmission failed and the vehicle jerked. I Then Contact Five Towns nissan, Who Indicated That My Vehicle Was Out Of Warranty 80,000. I immediately went to dealer and had everything checked out and pressure tested for leaks. I let it sit for a few hours then it would engage but the whining noise came back and I hade 2 codes come up, both were transmission solenoids. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.
The vehicle was not repaired. You may help them learn about the defect and keep them from becoming another statistic. Thanks Tom - Tom C. The Fluid Was Into All The Transmission Gears. You can also inspect the coolant reservoir. You can help others by sharing this article through social media, online message boards, and the like. Had at dealer at 59k and they said all was fine.
Complaint Number: 10422523 Incident Date: August 1, 2011 Date Added to File: August 29, 2011 Description of the Complaint: Faulty radiator leaked antifreeze into transmission which rendered the transmission useless. Nissan knows about this problem and has extended the warranty on the radiator by 20,000 miles to 80k from 60k but they refuse to issue a recall even though this problem affects all of their mid-sized trucks and suvs manufactured in 2005. Some consumers are having success with filing small claims actions through their local courts or by hiring private. Complaint Number: 10336487 Incident Date: December 2, 2009 Date Added to File: June 15, 2010 Description of the Complaint: The contact owns a 2005 nissan xterra. I Feel That They Knew This Was A Problem. Mine has 70,000 miles on it. He also said that Nissan is aware of this and continues to allow the car to be on the road.
I also flushed and refilled tranny fluid. My truck was 18k outside of warranty. Otherwise, these common problems with the automatic transmission in your 2015 Nissan Xterra could cost you significant time and money. Still Cannot Drive Vehicle- Severe Transmission Slamming Gears, Vehicle Stalls When You Take Foot Off Gas, Oil Pressure Gauge Goes To Bottom When Foot Off Gas And Up When You Depress. The current mileage was approximately 97,000.