Major Problems with Nissan Pathfinder Derived from Complaints & Recalls

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Best and Worst Years for Nissan Pathfinder

Explore the chart showing how many complaints have been filed for each year of Nissan Pathfinder.

Model Year	Complaints
2019 Pathfinder	6
2018 Pathfinder	25
2017 Pathfinder	71
2016 Pathfinder	55
2015 Pathfinder	203
2014 Pathfinder	362
2013 Pathfinder	692
2012 Pathfinder	13
2011 Pathfinder	35
2010 Pathfinder	31
2009 Pathfinder	30
2008 Pathfinder	298
2007 Pathfinder	542
2006 Pathfinder	818
2005 Pathfinder	1031
2004 Pathfinder	60
2003 Pathfinder	101
2002 Pathfinder	150
2001 Pathfinder	225
2000 Pathfinder	110
1999 Pathfinder	103

Worst 3 Nissan Pathfinder complaints

1999 Nissan Pathfinder STEERING Victims: 6

2014 Nissan Pathfinder SERVICE BRAKES Victims: 4

2008 Nissan Pathfinder AIR BAGS Victims: 4

Browse Nissan Pathfinder complaints by category

Problems with POWER TRAIN, ENGINE and ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING are the most frequent issues recorded by the NHTSA from Nissan Pathfinder owners.

Problem Category	Number of Problems
POWER TRAIN hi sir/madam my name is [xxx] i reported to nissan usa corporate office. i got a call from [xxx] nissan...	1803 ~ 83520 miles
ENGINE since 10/12/13 the vehicle has experienced violent shuddering and loss of power. when the vehicle is brought to the nissan...	689 ~ 81852 miles
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING we have a 2014 nissan pathfinder sl with 3551 miles on it. we purchased it used on 8-6-2014 with approximately...	448 ~ 94502 miles
AIR BAGS while driving the vehicle the front passenger "air bag off" light illuminates while an adult is in the passenger seat....	439 ~ 32388 miles
UNKNOWN OR OTHER driving west on hwy 60 from nashville tn to branson mo. no cars in front of me just open fields...	384 ~ 61209 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE tl* the contact owns a 2014 nissan pathfinder. while decelerating at an unknown speed to make a turn the vehicle...	382 ~ 63141 miles
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM i bought my car new 11.23.13. on 10.06.14 i was driving on the freeway at about 70 my car stopped...	247 ~ 82528 miles
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2014 nissan pathfinder. the contact received notification of nhtsa campaign id number 13v445000 (electrical system...	240 ~ 62154 miles
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN tl* the contact owns a 2014 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that while driving approximately 40 mph the vehicle would...	209 ~ 79231 miles
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL since 10/12/13 the vehicle has experienced violent shuddering and loss of power. when the vehicle is brought to the nissan...	197 ~ 63160 miles
STEERING i noticed a very high pitched whining/whistling noise when i opened the hood of a 2 day old car. the...	187 ~ 95387 miles
SUSPENSION rear axles in new 2014 nissan pathfinder 3 months old with 5000 miles has severely rusted rear axles. seems axles	163 ~ 93892 miles
SERVICE BRAKES tl* the contact owns a 2014 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that while driving 50 mph down a steep hill...	156 ~ 48343 miles
BODY > STRUCTURE the hood of the 2014 nissan pathfinder shakes/vibrates when driving at high speeds 60 m/h. took it to dealership and...	137 ~ 64628 miles
VISIBILITY/WIPER the driver side view mirror creates a real blind spot for the driver. it is smack in the middle of...	109 ~ 35732 miles
RADIATOR ASSEMBLY > COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING tl* the contact owns a 2009 nissan pathfinder. while driving at approximately 40 mph there was an abnormal noise coming...	91 ~ 96740 miles
COOLING SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING tl*the contact owns a 2009 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that he received a letter from the manufacturer stating that...	85 ~ 76898 miles
FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER on a regular morning of commuting my children to their school suddenly my check engine light illuminated and my gas...	73 ~ 64205 miles
FRONT > SUSPENSION tl*the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. while driving approximately 70 mph the vehicle exhibited a bouncing motion with a...	61 ~ 78135 miles
AUXILLARY TANK > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan pathfinder. while driving approximately 60-70 mph the vehicle began to hesitate. the contact safely...	61 ~ 49173 miles
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL i found this video on youtube this the same noise i feel when iam driving my 2013 pathfinder. i already...	41 ~ 53987 miles
EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING there is an exhaust system noise when a person sits in the rear seat. the nissan dealership refuses to replace	38 ~ 51465 miles
SEAT BELTS a) at 9+ miles shifter mechanism not recognizing i was in drive mode or started with i-key error graduated to...	37 ~ 25382 miles
ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING a high pitched humming/whining noise from under the hood on a 2007 nissan pathfinder. took to dealership and after performing...	37 ~ 62768 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 2014 nissan pathfinder. attorney writes on behalf of client in regards to brake failure. *tgw the consumer stated he came...	34 ~ 31710 miles
RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. > ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. the vehicle was purchased on 4/11/05. the seat belt failure began on...	34 ~ 34565 miles
SEATS while vacuuming under back seats noticed rust under seats. only had vehicle 1 month. showed dealership at next oil change....	33 ~ 17590 miles
EQUIPMENT for all those reporting the swaying associated with the 1996 nissan pathfinder i have a nissan terrano which looks very...	32 ~ 40629 miles
FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER tl*the contact owns a 2007 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that the gas gauge was incorrect. when she filled it...	31 ~ 59085 miles
TIRES tl* the contact owns a 2013 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that the passenger's side air bag would not activate...	30 ~ 23633 miles
WHEELS the tires wore very quickly on the back. i took the car to dealer where it was purchased. i only...	28 ~ 43344 miles
FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that the vehicle was taken to the dealer for...	27 ~ 143127 miles
STRUCTURE 2014 nissan pathfinder. consumer writes in regards to defective sun visors. ld js...	26 ~ 67629 miles
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS had vehicle at dealer regarding nhtsa campaign 14v138000. one day after visit problem still exists. with 110 lbs. passenger in	23 ~ 23222 miles
CATALYTIC CONVERTOR > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. while having the vehicle inspected the contact was informed that the catalytic...	20 ~ 77733 miles
FILLER PIPE AND CAP > TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE tl* the contact owns a 2014 nissan pathfinder. while decelerating at an unknown speed to make a turn the vehicle...	19 ~ 50996 miles
ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC dt*: the contact stated 2 to 3 weeks after purchasing the vehicle a squeaking noise was apparent when the vehicle...	19 ~ 8658 miles
EXTERIOR LIGHTING my exterior brake lights seem to be stuck in the 'on' position. when this happens i cannot fully accelerate i'm...	17 ~ 34332 miles
REAR > SUSPENSION for all those reporting the swaying associated with the 1996 nissan pathfinder i have a nissan terrano which looks very...	17 ~ 93606 miles
TREAD/BELT > TIRES my nissan pathfinder is a 2008 the vehicle has 23 000 miles on it. it is now feb. 1 2010...	13 ~ 16271 miles
UNDERBODY SHIELDS > FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE 2014 nissan pathfinder all four wheel hubs began rusting soon after purchase. car is now 6 months old with hubs...	12 ~ 69456 miles
EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING the exhaust pipes and catalytic converter that run under the driver and passenger side of the vehicle were leaking causing...	10 ~ 40781 miles
ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL while braking for a red light the consumer depressed the brake and accelerator pedal simultaneously. dealership was notified but did	10 ~ 24805 miles
FUEL PUMP > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE ses indicator illuminated. loss of power was noticed. took vehicle to independent service center where code was read indicating fuel...	9 ~ 41124 miles
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM i got a recall paper for the passenger air bag sensor when i took it in to get it fixed...	9 ~ 55011 miles
VISIBILITY the sun visor on the driver side constantly hangs down an obstructs my view to see. i had to remove...	8 ~ 46324 miles
GLASS, SIDE/REAR > VISIBILITY driving the vehicle approximately 20 - 25 mph and heard the rear driver's side window slowly cracking and then by...	8 ~ 16971 miles
POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS > VISIBILITY tl* the contact owns a 2013 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that the passenger's side air bag would not activate...	8 ~ 15943 miles
COLUMN > STEERING i bought my 2006 nissan pathfinder se new from the dealer. within the first two months of owning the vehicle...	8 ~ 31500 miles
DOOR > BODY > STRUCTURE tl* the contact owns a 2014 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that the sun visor fractured and blocked her visibility....	7 ~ 30257 miles
SIDEWALL > TIRES cooper tire - discover cts - manufactured 4209 - as i was driving down the road heard a loud sound...	7 ~ 1957 miles
POWER ADJUST > FRONT ASSEMBLY > SEATS tl*the contact owns a 2007 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that when he filled the fuel tank the fuel gauge...	7 ~ 20542 miles
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES the computer system in the 2008 nissan pathfinder malfunctions and all gauges speedometer and warning systems stop working. this happens	7 ~ 38447 miles
ROTOR > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS while driving below 25 mph the consumer heard a loud knocking noise coming from the front of the vehicle. the...	7 ~ 5300 miles
SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY > VISIBILITY tl* the contact owns a 2014 nissan pathfinder. while driving various speeds the contact heard a loud banging sound. the...	6 ~ 41821 miles
HOOD > BODY > STRUCTURE when driving at a higher speed the hood of the car vibrates significantly. it feels like the hood may flip	6 ~ 21738 miles
PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS > TIRES tl* the contact owns a 2010 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that the tire pressure monitoring system malfunctioned and the...	6 ~ 37817 miles
TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE tl* the contact owns 2007 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that after he refueled the vehicle the fuel level indicator...	6 ~ 57350 miles
MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE > EXHAUST SYSTEM > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING 2005 pathfinder had problems with accelerations/pinging noise. mechanic informed consumer that intake manifold needed to be replaced. *ts the consumer	6 ~ 42837 miles
AIR CONDITIONER > APPLIANCE > EQUIPMENT tl* the contact owns a 2014 nissan pathfinder. when the vehicle was started the contact detected an abnormal noise coming...	5 ~ 15662 miles
BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING brake lights stay on even when the engine is off and when the engine is on the brake lights still...	5 ~ 75078 miles
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY the driver side view mirror creates a real blind spot for the driver. it is smack in the middle of...	5 ~ 23799 miles
HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS > HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE > BODY tl* the contact owns a 2014 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that the liftgate failed to unlock with the key...	4 ~ 26250 miles
PADS > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS tl* the contact owns a 2014 nissan pathfinder. while the accelerator pedal was depressed and driving at low speeds the...	4 ~ 17150 miles
DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY vehicle starts shuddering and jerking at 45 miles per hour.... heater only blows hot air when car is moving blows	4 ~ 85827 miles
HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE > BODY > STRUCTURE tl* the contact owns a 2014 nissan pathfinder. after locking the motorized rear lift gate and placing the vehicle into...	4 ~ 13225 miles
PARKING BRAKE when i would park on a hill the parking brake would not hold the car and the car would roll...	4 ~ 21434 miles
ELECTRICAL > EQUIPMENT i received a recall notice from nissan for my 2008 pathfinder due to a faulty fuel gauge. on saturday 5/1/2010...	4 ~ 19242 miles
FOUNDATION COMPONENTS > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC 2004 nissan armada developed problems with the brake equipment.*no answer required* *mr there was a shimmy when braking the passenger...	4 ~ 1198 miles
PEDALS AND LINKAGES > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC while braking for a red light the consumer depressed the brake and accelerator pedal simultaneously. dealership was notified but did	4 ~ 688 miles
SWITCH > IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 2000 nissan pathfinder is in park and the key won't turn in the ignition switch. the key isn't stuck it...	4 ~ 38875 miles
HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that the instrument panel fuel gauge displayed the incorrect...	3 ~ 23333 miles
LATCH > HOOD > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES tl* the contact owns a 2014 nissan pathfinder. while driving approximately 65 mph the hood of the vehicle unlatched without...	3 ~ 25677 miles
WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY windshield cracked. 09/21/2013 windshield cracked again. 01/04/2014 windshield cracked again. 05/28/2014 windshield cracked again. seems to be cheap material used...	3 ~ 12613 miles
WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY vehicle first shuttered or vibrated during deceleration coming to stop. vehicle shifts rough at low speeds and low rpms. the...	3 ~ 17433 miles
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC my 2008 nissan pathfinder abs brake system is failing 4 months after warranty expired. the dealer stated that the abs	3 ~ 54258 miles
REAR/OTHER > SEAT BELTS tl* the contact owns a 2007 nissan pathfinder. the contact was securing the seat belt of the back passenger side...	3 ~ 35333 miles
SIDE/WINDOW > AIR BAGS my 2007 nissan pathfinder (with curtain airbags) was rear-ended and totaled. the third row seats were crushed and the third...	3 ~ 6289 miles
HEATER CORE > DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM > VISIBILITY tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. the vehicle was purchased on 4/11/05. the seat belt failure began on...	3 ~ 27200 miles
SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE > FRONTAL > AIR BAGS tl*the contact owns a 2008 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that fifty percent of the time when she occupies the...	3 ~ 7533 miles
LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS > WHEELS while driving below 25 mph the consumer heard a loud knocking noise coming from the front of the vehicle. the...	3 ~ 51000 miles
STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR > STEERING creaking noise while steering.....replaced spiral cable. two hours after having vehicle fixed - it started all over again. now i	3
RACK AND PINION > STEERING excessive vibration at 60 to 70 mph taken suv to the dealer three times and found out that tires are...	3
RETRACTOR > FRONT > SEAT BELTS 2002 nissan pathfinder with a seatbelt defect. consumer states that he wrote nissan in april about this problem. he states	3
SWITCH > BRAKE LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl* the contact owns a 2014 nissan pathfinder. on several occasions while the accelerator pedal was depressed the vehicle failed...	2 ~ 53500 miles
12V/24V/48V BATTERY > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2013 nissan pathfinder. while driving 60 mph the vehicle lost power and stalled. the check...	2 ~ 52000 miles
TAILGATE > BODY > STRUCTURE the tailgate/hatchback tried to close on wife's head as she was placing stuff into the back of the vehicle. this...	2 ~ 49000 miles
MACPHERSON STRUT > FRONT > SUSPENSION tl* the contact owns a 2002 nissan pathfinder. while driving 55 mph over a bumpy road the vehicle rode roughly....	2 ~ 163500 miles
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. while driving 2 mph the steering wheel seized and the traction control...	2 ~ 111500 miles
LOWER ARM > CONTROL ARM > FRONT 2006 nissan pathfinder. consumer is questioning why her vehicle isn't included in nhtsa recall# 10e019000. *kb ...	2 ~ 25300 miles
LABELS > OTHER > EQUIPMENT i am filing this complaint since nissan does not do anything with the problem to be fixed i have a...	2 ~ 50000 miles
FRONT > SEAT BELTS tl* the contact owns a 2006 nissan pathfinder. while driving approximately 20-30 mph the vehicle stalled without warning. the contact...	2 ~ 26012 miles
DRIVESHAFT > DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN -1st incident: at 79500 miles fuel gauge dropped to empty once level below half a tank. nissan technician diagnosed as...	2 ~ 82250 miles
HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan pathfinder. the contact experienced failure with the air bag remaining off the headlight...	2 ~ 11000 miles
FRONT UNDERHOOD > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl*the contact owns a 2007 nissan pathfinder. while the vehicle was parked the contact heard the alarm sound and noticed...	2 ~ 22500 miles
BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS > GASOLINE > ENGINE i have had a constant problem with my 2005 pathfinder. there is an annoying loud squealing noise coming from the...	2 ~ 17000 miles
IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM ignition system deactivated by the security system or by intermittently failing key transponder chip resulting in intermittent failure to start.	2
SPRINGS > REAR > SUSPENSION nissan pathfinder rear spring defect. vehicle claimed to carry 7 passengers yet with only 4 passengers the rear springs cannot	2
MECHANICAL > EQUIPMENT defective fuel tank sending unit failure occurs every day fuel gauge would have false readings having either no gas nor...	2 ~ 54321 miles
LOCK > HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES dt: consumer had a rental vehicle and the hatchback comes up without warning. when opened the items that are in	2 ~ 21500 miles
ROOF AND PILLARS > BODY > STRUCTURE my pathfinder has many problems.first the vechle virbrates at all speeds wind noise from both front windows and roof rack...	2 ~ 20150 miles
INTERIOR LIGHTING instrument panel lights go on and off intermittently no pattern. the lights behind the speedometer and other gauges will not...	2
LOCK > TRUNK LID > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES all of the door locks will lock from the inside intermittenly without prior warning. the dealership is aware of the	2 ~ 5000 miles
BUCKLE ASSEMBLY > FRONT > SEAT BELTS was in head on collision at approx. 50mph in new 2001 nissan pathfinder le. vehicle had 600 miles on it...	2
COLUMN SHIFT > LEVER AND LINKAGE > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION consumer can not get 4-whell drive to operate properly. was told by dealer that the manual was wrong that the	2
SUPPORT DEVICE/STRUT > HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE > BODY tl* the contact owns a 2014 nissan pathfinder. upon opening the liftgate the passenger side strut arm fractured and a...	1 ~ 65000 miles
OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION > SENSOR > AIR BAGS tl* the contact owns a 2013 nissan pathfinder. while driving various speeds the air bag warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle...	1 ~ 100000 miles
FRONT PASSENGER > OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION > SENSOR tl* the contact owns a 2013 nissan pathfinder. while driving various speeds the air bag warning indicator illuminated. the vehicle...	1 ~ 100000 miles
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE my emergency braking keeps sending me alerts when there is nothing in front of me. i'm getting messages that the...	1 ~ 6000 miles
CHILD SEAT this car seat has a gap for a seat belt (when the seat is changed to a booster) between the...	1
CONVERTIBLE > SHELL > CHILD SEAT this car seat has a gap for a seat belt (when the seat is changed to a booster) between the...	1
GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan pathfinder. while driving approximately 35 mph the check engine warning indicator illuminated and...	1 ~ 114000 miles
TRAILER HITCHES tl* the contact owns a 2014 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that while attempting to pull a four thousand pound...	1 ~ 700 miles
CRANKCASE (PCV) > EMISSION CONTROL > EXHAUST SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that while driving approximate 40 mph the vehicle stalled...	1 ~ 126115 miles
RIM > WHEELS tl* the contact owns a 2013 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that the vehicle became resistant to acceleration attempts as...	1 ~ 1400 miles
CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM) > AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN crack in the radiator assembly occurred leading to internal leakage of the engine coolant. 2005 nissan pathfinder with automatic transmission...	1 ~ 99480 miles
TEMPORARY/EMERGENCY SPARE TIRE > TIRES tl* the contact owns a 2008 nissan pathfinder. the contact noticed that the spare tire located on the rear liftgate...	1 ~ 66000 miles
CONTROL UNIT/MODULE > ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that the abs light illuminated on the instrument panel...	1 ~ 60900 miles
CABLES > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL 2001 nissan pathfinder. consumer writes to inform that while in cruise control vehicle gradually accelerated to 91 miles per hour...	1
SELECTOR DEVICES > AUXILLARY TANK > STORAGE i own a 2005 nissan pathfinder which has the same problem addressed in nhtsa campaign number 10v075000. the fuel sending...	1 ~ 70000 miles
TANK VALVE/GAUGE > LPG SYSTEMS > RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER 2006 nissan pathfinder has stopped 3 times in the middle of the road while driving down the street car will...	1 ~ 50000 miles
TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE) > POWER TRAIN courtesy copy of a letter from consumers written to nissan north america re problems with their 2005 nissan pathfinder. *nj...	1
FUEL PUMP > DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. due to failures the contact has only driven the vehicle three times since...	1 ~ 46655 miles
DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE tl*the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. after placing fuel in the vehicle the contact noticed that the dial in...	1 ~ 83000 miles
LINKAGES > WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER > VISIBILITY 1. driving in wet snowy weather with wiper blades engaged in continuous slow operation 40 kmph. 2. wiper linkage to	1 ~ 268700 miles
SHAFT SECTOR > GEAR BOX > STEERING tl*the contact owns a 1999 nissan pathfinder. a mechanic informed the contact that the pinion seal was leaking in the...	1
SPINDLE > AXLE > REAR for all those reporting the swaying associated with the 1996 nissan pathfinder i have a nissan terrano which looks very...	1
WARNING LIGHT/DEVICES > FRONT > SEAT BELTS tl* the contact owns a 2005 nissan pathfinder. the vehicle was purchased on 4/11/05. the seat belt failure began on...	1 ~ 32000 miles
BEAD > TIRES i had purchased 4 tires ( pirelli scorpion 245 65r17 107 hrs approximately 2 yrs ago. the tires are dry	1
SHOCK ABSORBER > REAR > SUSPENSION 2005 nissan pathfinder suv becomes very unstable at highway speeds when hitting a bump. the vehicle rocks violently diagonally and...	1 ~ 5000 miles
MODULE > IGNITION > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM while stopped at a stop sign sign or red light the car starts shaking and stalls. this happened on 3...	1 ~ 64498 miles
DELIVERY > FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER vehicle dies running without warning at any speed after the engine has reached normal running temp. so far only occurs...	1 ~ 2700 miles
DRUM > DRUM > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS while driving below 25 mph the consumer heard a loud knocking noise coming from the front of the vehicle. the...	1
HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS > DOOR > BODY ibought my 2000 nissan pathfinder last sept. 11 2003 with a odometer reading of 59 000 miles.i did rearch on...	1
HUB > WHEELS ibought my 2000 nissan pathfinder last sept. 11 2003 with a odometer reading of 59 000 miles.i did rearch on...	1
LATCH > TAILGATE > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES while making a left turn the load in the truck shifted and made a half inch dent inside the bed...	1 ~ 1500 miles
ANCHORAGE > FRONT > SEAT BELTS i have a 2004 nissan pathfinder armada. while cleaning out my vehicle i noticed that the drivers seat belt anchor...	1
EXTERNAL > WARNINGS > BACK OVER PREVENTION the vehicle anti-theft system with the horn and lights go off unexpectedly about 10 minutes or more after the car...	1 ~ 19000 miles
MID/REAR ASSEMBLY > SEATS in the first couple days of buying our new nissan armada to our surprise there was a tear in the...	1
CALIPER > DISC > FOUNDATION COMPONENTS we purchased a new nissan pathfinder (vin #[xxx]) in july 2001 from white plains nissan inc. in white plains ny....	1 ~ 24000 miles
CLUTCH ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN while driving at any speed the vehicles engine would overheat. the consumer checked the radiator to find that all of...	1 ~ 71000 miles
RECREATIONAL VEHICLE/TRAILER > EQUIPMENT my pathfinder has many problems.first the vechle virbrates at all speeds wind noise from both front windows and roof rack...	1 ~ 300 miles
COIL SPRINGS > SPRINGS > REAR my pathfinder has many problems.first the vechle virbrates at all speeds wind noise from both front windows and roof rack...	1 ~ 300 miles
ABS WARNING LIGHT > ANTILOCK > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR while applying the brakes there were no front brakes at all. ph...	1 ~ 49000 miles
AXLE ASSEMBLY > POWER TRAIN rear right axle seal contained a crack and had leaked fluid onto brakes. this caused vehicle to lose braking ability.	1
DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN vibration problems during hard acceleration and constant vibration between 35 and 40 mph.... four visits to two dealerships... unable to	1 ~ 65 miles
LATCH > DOORS > LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES when driving the driver side door will lock and at times will not let consumer open the door contacted dealer...	1
ROTOR > DISC > SERVICE BRAKES, AIR premature wear and warpage of the front brake rotors. i have driven the vehicle 34 000 miles and had to	1 ~ 11250 miles
TAIL LIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING dealer has treated symptom not cause of failure. no safwety defect listed. *ak...	1
SHOCK ABSORBER > FRONT > SUSPENSION bolt broke in front strut tower and feel off in the driveway. we happened to drive 60 mile trip and...	1
LINKAGES > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL while brakes were applied vehicle accelerated suddenly and unexpectedly twice resulting in collisions. manufacturer and dealer have been notified. *ak...	1
INTERIOR/UNDER DASH > WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM all instrument gauges including speedometer odometer tachometer gas gauge engine temp gauge 4 wheel drive indicator and compass fail to	1
GASOLINE > ENGINE > ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING we were towing our 18ft boat up a hill near a lake in san diego when we experienced complete engine/power/brake...	1
WHEEL BEARING > FRONT > SUSPENSION 2000 nissan pathfinder with multiple front end problems. consumer states that the dealer replaced the air conditioner compressor and did...	1
GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) > STEERING i am looking for any information regarding 2000 pathfinders lossing control of steering at any speed or conditions or direction...	1

FAQ

What year Nissan Pathfinder is the most reliable?

Speaking of the models produced in the last 21 years, Nissan Pathfinder models of 2019, 2012, 2018 year of manufacture have had the least number of complaints.

What year was a bad year for Nissan Pathfinder?

Nissan Pathfinder models of 2005 and 2006 are probably the years to be avoided like the plague due to a higher than an average number of issues reported.

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- Carefully selected assortment of hand tools for most industrial, mechanical, and consumer applications
- Get incredible access from combination wrenches with narrow heads,...
Craftsman Mechanic Tool Set, 215 Piece, ...
- MINIMAL ARCH SWING: 72-tooth 1/4 in. and 3/8 in. Drive Ratchets produce a 5-degree arc swing. Ideal balance between access and durability.
- VERSATILE: Comprehensive set of 1/4 in., 3/8 in. Drive Sockets and Drive Tool...
Craftsman Mechanic Tool Set, 230 Piece w...
- TACKLE A VARIETY OF PROJECTS: Complete automotive jobs and general mechanic fixes with this heavy-duty, 230-piece all-in-one mechanic tool set
- OPEN AND CLOSE THE DRAWERS WITH ONE HAND as you work with a spring-loaded locking...
DEWALT Mechanics Tool Set, 1/4" & 3/8" &...
- 72 tooth count ratchet providing a 5 degree arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
- Anti-slip driver handle provides maximum comfort
- Housed in a durable carrying case with metal latches
- Full-polish chrome for corrosion resistance
DEWALT Mechanics Tools Kit and Socket Se...
- Socket sets include 72 tooth count ratchets which allow for a 5 degree arc swing for maneuverability in restricted areas
- Ratchets include a low profile directional lever to help reduce catch points and for easy...
Amazon Basics Mechanic's Tool Set with C...
- Mechanic tool kit and socket set for tackling multiple sizes and types of fasteners, especially nuts and bolts
- Includes a 201-piece set that combines most popular sockets, wrenches, hex keys, and screwdriver bits
- Both metric...

Tool box

TUFFIOM 8-Drawer Rolling Tool Chest w/Lo...
- LARGE STORAGE CAPACITY: The rolling tool chest is designed with 8 drawers and 1 bottom cabinet for storing tools, small equipment or other objects. And the bottom cabinet features side hooks for hanging tools like...
beyond by BLACK+DECKER BLACK+DECKER BDST...
- Sturdy + Stackable: Durable Auto-Lock Latches Make Connecting These Stackable Units Quick And Easy
- Quick Access: The Quick-Release On The Locking Latch Allows You To Easily Separate Each Module When Stacked For Quick Access To...
BIG RED ANTBD133-XB Torin 20" Portable 3...
- Heavy duty tool box is made of thick steel, with powder coat red paint finish, beautiful and easy to clean
- Measures 20.5" L x 8.5" W x 12" H, and is equipped with 3 drawers...
DEKOPRO 228 Piece Socket Wrench Auto Rep...
- HIGH QUALITY&STANDARDS:Forged from high-quality steel and finished in high-polish chrome,strength, durability, anti-corrosion protection.All the tools meet or exceed ANSI critical standards
- COMPLETE VARIETIES:Contains tools needed for most small repairs and basic DIY projects around the...
Torin 17-Inch Plastic Tool Box,3-Tiers M...
- Tough metal latches are solid and easy to open and close, with long use life
- Foldable three-tier tray provides you with more storage space and you can separate metric and imperial tools to take them...
CARTMAN 148 Piece Automotive and Househo...
- Comprehensive Tool Set: The Cartman 148-Piece Tool Kit includes all the crucial tools needed for everyday home repairs and maintenance, from cutting to tightening, measuring to hammering.
- Durable and Corrosion-Resistant: All tools in the kit...