NHTSA Data Explorer

Nissan Pathfinder

Data refreshed May 30, 2026

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Complaints

7,234

Active records

Recalls

55

Active records

TSBs

802

Active records

Filing history

Monthly totals over the last 20 years. Click a legend item to show or hide that series.

Reported severity

Based on consumer complaints filed since 2000. Recalls and TSBs do not include severity data.

Deaths

15

Injuries

272

Crashes

287

Fires

48

Top reported issues — Nissan Pathfinder

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Condition issue

2,688

Operating state

2,179

Fluid issue

1,907

Reporting mechanism

1,543

Vibration/harshness

1,252

Transmission/drivetrain behavior

1,155

Performance issue

917

Safety restraint issue

717

Noise

716

Engine behavior

577

Braking behavior

297

Driver assistance issue

262

Ride/handling behavior

256

Access/entry issue

247

Thermal issue

205

Safety restraint behavior

179

Starting behavior

161

Steering behavior

144

Recent change

115

Lighting behavior

93

Electrical issue

90

HVAC behavior

85

Infotainment behavior

83

Smell

70

Powering on/off behavior

67

Wiper/washer behavior

18

Electrified system issue

6

Communication/network issue

5

Recent filings

The 10 most recent filings for each type.

2020 NISSAN PATHFINDER

Filed May 28, 2026


The vehicle has developed a persistent and progressively worsening rattling noise from the engine during cold starts, along with intermittent rough operation. The symptoms are consistent with a malfunction or defect in the engine timing chain system, including possible timing chain stretch, timing chain tensioner failure, or related internal engine components. This condition presents a serious safety concern because the timing chain controls engine valve timing. A failure or severe degradation…

2024 NISSAN PATHFINDER

Filed May 28, 2026


When it rains the sunroof leaks, took it the dealership, they replaced the drain grommets and it still does the same thing again two days later when it rain.

2024 NISSAN PATHFINDER

Filed May 27, 2026


Bought new 2024 Nissan Pathfinder, 20 months and 16,000 miles later I need new brakes and rotors. It was in for service at the 12 month / 10,000 mile mark and the rear brakes read 8/32nds. 8 months and 6,000 miles later my rear brakes are at 1/32nds and 2/32nds. I was told it was normal wear and tear.

2026 NISSAN PATHFINDER

Filed May 20, 2026


The contact owns a 2026 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 MPH a loud explosion noise had occurred. The contact open the interior sunroof door and discovered that the glass sunroof had shattered outward. The vehicle was immediately taken to the local dealer who replaced the glass sunroof. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 1,800.

2014 NISSAN PATHFINDER

Filed May 19, 2026


Vehicle has known CVT judder issue. Now they (Nissan) claim the only way to remedy is a complete transmission replacement. The car is my wife’s vehicle and can be very touchy often causing distracted driving in reality. Occuring nearly since purchase in Oct. 2013.

2023 NISSAN PATHFINDER

Filed May 16, 2026


My car only has 64000 miles on it and the back up camera module went out, I have had same issue with a 2019 model I had, and I have seen online where others have had the same issues.

2025 NISSAN PATHFINDER

Filed May 15, 2026


The contact owns a 2025 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked inside a parking lot, the contact discovered that an L shaped cracked had formed on the windshield. The contact stated that the crack appeared to have started on the top, passenger side of the window, running down that part of the glass before veering of towards the driver side of the windshield. The contact stated that the failure appeared to have occurred without incident. The dealer was informed…

2024 NISSAN PATHFINDER

Filed May 14, 2026


Hi ! I just purchased the 2024 Nissan pathfinder SL on March 13th , 2026 . Three days later I noticed a slight vibration to the car . I was told it was the mount they’d replace both mounts . Get the car from getting the mounts replaced , & when I went to leave with the “ repaired “ the car sounded horrible while in Reverse. It was a loud sound more than just a vibration. I immediately went into the dealer and they said they’d replace the other two mounts . Fast forward to that appointment, I…

2025 NISSAN PATHFINDER

Filed May 13, 2026


The front grille and front bumper of my 2025 Nissan Pathfinder have melted twice on their own without any accident, impact, or unusual use. The vehicle is used exclusively for personal family transportation and is parked outdoors in Florida. Nissan opened a warranty case on April 1, 2026. However, their entire investigation was conducted based on photos only — no physical inspection of the vehicle was ever performed by Nissan or their representative. Despite this, Nissan denied the warranty…

2024 NISSAN PATHFINDER

Filed May 12, 2026


My Pathfinder has 19798 miles and I was informed that the brake pads are 3mm or less need replaced and the rotor resurfaced. The front brakes are at 7mm at the same mileage. I do not tow anything and use for city and highway driving. My complaint is that at this rate I will have to change my rear brakes twice as often and have them inspected more often. The cost for brake replacement at twice the rate of front brakes is 2x. I am concerned that there is a design flaw that can lead to rear…

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Updated May 30, 2026. Refreshed nightly.