Nissan trucks and SUVs from 2004–2010 experienced widespread failures of the Intelligent Power Distribution Module (IPDM), also known as the IPDM‑ER. This module controls critical functions including fuel pump operation, ignition, ECM power, and various body control systems. Failures can cause stalling, no‑start conditions, and random electrical malfunctions. The issue is most common in Titan, Armada, Frontier, Xterra, and Pathfinder models.
| Year(s) | Make | Model | Should Purchase? | Notes | |
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| 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 | Nissan | Titan | Caution |
Component: IPDM‑ER (Intelligent Power Distribution Module) Issues: stalling while driving, no‑start, fuel pump relay failure, random electrical shutdowns Notes: early IPDM boards prone to relay solder failure; updated IPDM recommended |
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| 2004 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 | Nissan | Armada | Caution |
Component: IPDM‑ER Issues: intermittent stalling, no‑start, loss of throttle response, random electrical faults Notes: same IPDM design as Titan; failures often sudden and unpredictable |
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| 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 | Nissan | Frontier | Caution |
Component: IPDM‑ER Issues: stalling, intermittent no‑start, fuel pump relay dropout Notes: less common than Titan/Armada but still documented; updated IPDM reduces risk |
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| 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 | Nissan | Xterra | Caution |
Component: IPDM‑ER Issues: random electrical failures, stalling, no‑start, ECM power loss Notes: IPDM failure often mistaken for fuel pump or crank sensor issues |
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| 2005 2006 2007 2008 2009 2010 | Nissan | Pathfinder | Caution |
Component: IPDM‑ER Issues: stalling, intermittent no‑start, random electrical shutdowns Notes: shares same IPDM architecture as Frontier/Xterra; updated module recommended |
While IPDM failures did not result in a major nationwide class action, Nissan issued multiple TSBs and quietly updated IPDM modules with revised internal relays. Many owners reported safety concerns due to sudden stalling at highway speeds. Replacement IPDM units became a common repair for 2004–2010 Nissan trucks and SUVs.