1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER
4 recalls, 194 complaints - 102 TSBs
11V244000 Apr 20, 2011
STEERING:COLUMN
Defect Description
NISSAN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1996-2004 PATHFINDER AND MODEL YEAR 1997-2003 INFINITI QX4 VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD, OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN, CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, MISSOURI, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, ... Read more
Consequence
THE STRUT HOUSING MAY CRACK AND PULL AWAY FROM THE INNER HOOD LEDGE ASSEMBLY. THIS MAY LEAD TO GRINDING NOISES, INCREASED STEERING EFFORT, AND POSSIBLY THE STEERING COLUMN TO BREAK, RESULTING IN THE LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL, WHICH COULD RESULT IN A CRASH.
Remedy
NISSAN WILL INSPECT THE STRUT HOUSING AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. AN INTERIM NOTIFICATION LETTER WAS SENT OUT IN MAY 2011. THE SECOND NOTICE WAS MAILED ON JULY 25, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
07V435000 Sep 18, 2007
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY:FILLER PIPE AND CAP
Defect Description
ON CERTAIN VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD IN OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN THE STATES OF CONNECTICUT, DELAWARE, IOWA, ILLINOIS, INDIANA, KENTUCKY, MASSACHUSETTS, MAINE, MARYLAND, MICHIGAN, MINNESOTA, NEW HAMPSHIRE, NEW JERSEY, NEW YORK, OHIO, PENNSYLVANIA, RHODE ISLAND, TENNESSEE, VERMONT, VIRGINIA, WEST VIR... Read more
Consequence
THIS MAY RESULT IN SURFACE RUST BUT NOT PERFORATION OF THE TUBE. HOWEVER, IN THOSE AREAS OF THE COUNTRY WHICH USE HEAVY CONCENTRATIONS OF ROAD SALT IN THE WINTER, IF A MIXTURE OF SNOW/WATER AND SALT MAKES CONTACT WITH THE BARE METAL, CORROSION MAY OCCUR TO A DEGREE WHICH RESULTS IN PERFORATION OF T... Read more
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILLER TUBE ASSEMBLY WITH A NEW ONE WITH AN IMPROVED COATING PROCESS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 26, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261.
06E049000 May 24, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. ... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
06E026000 Mar 23, 2006
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Defect Description
CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE D... Read more
Consequence
WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy
PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
Complaint Statistics
194 total complaints
31 crashes 1 fires 41 injuries 4 deaths
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SUSPENSION | 20 |
| SUSPENSION:REAR | 17 |
| POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 13 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL | 11 |
| TIRES | 10 |
| STEERING | 9 |
| SUSPENSION:FRONT | 8 |
| VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL | 7 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP | 6 |
| AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | 6 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Oct 18, 2018
Incident date: Oct 1, 2003
OUR 1998 PATHFINDER HAS WHAT IS DESCRIBED BY MANY PEOPLE AS A "DEATH WOBBLE." IT BEGAN AFTER WE BOUGHT IT IN 2003 AND HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES SINCE. IT HAPPENED AS RECENTLY AS 2017 AND I AM BEGINNING TO BE AFRAID TO RIDE IN IT. AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 40-70 MPH THE CAR BEGINS TO VIOLENTLY SHAKE FROM ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Oct 18, 2018
Incident date: Oct 1, 2003
OUR 1998 PATHFINDER HAS WHAT IS DESCRIBED BY MANY PEOPLE AS A "DEATH WOBBLE." IT BEGAN AFTER WE BOUGHT IT IN 2003 AND HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES SINCE. IT HAPPENED AS RECENTLY AS 2017 AND I AM BEGINNING TO BE AFRAID TO RIDE IN IT. AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 40-70 MPH THE CAR BEGINS TO VIOLENTLY SHAKE FROM ... Read more
SUSPENSION
Oct 16, 2017
Incident date: Sep 8, 2016
I CANT EVEN DRIVE DOWN THE STREET OVER 40 WITHOUT THE VEHCLE DOING A DEATH SHAKE FROM HELL TO TOP THAT OFF DUE TO THE RECALL FOR THE STRUT PLACEMENT ERROR CAUSING MY STRUT TOWER WALL DIRECTLY BEHIND MY PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL TO ALMOST BE COMPLETLY GONE FROM RUSTING OUT. THIS IS TOTAL BULLSHIT. S... Read more
STEERING
Oct 16, 2017
Incident date: Sep 8, 2016
I CANT EVEN DRIVE DOWN THE STREET OVER 40 WITHOUT THE VEHCLE DOING A DEATH SHAKE FROM HELL TO TOP THAT OFF DUE TO THE RECALL FOR THE STRUT PLACEMENT ERROR CAUSING MY STRUT TOWER WALL DIRECTLY BEHIND MY PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL TO ALMOST BE COMPLETLY GONE FROM RUSTING OUT. THIS IS TOTAL BULLSHIT. S... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Oct 16, 2017
Incident date: Sep 8, 2016
I CANT EVEN DRIVE DOWN THE STREET OVER 40 WITHOUT THE VEHCLE DOING A DEATH SHAKE FROM HELL TO TOP THAT OFF DUE TO THE RECALL FOR THE STRUT PLACEMENT ERROR CAUSING MY STRUT TOWER WALL DIRECTLY BEHIND MY PASSENGER SIDE FRONT WHEEL TO ALMOST BE COMPLETLY GONE FROM RUSTING OUT. THIS IS TOTAL BULLSHIT. S... Read more
AIR BAGS
Aug 18, 2017
Incident date: Feb 8, 1998
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHILE DRIVING 45 MPH, THE VEHICLE HYDROPLANED DURING A RAINSTORM, FLIPPED OVER, AND CRASHED INTO A MEDIAN ON THE HIGHWAY. UPON IMPACT, THE CONTACT AND HER DAUGHTER STRUCK THE WINDSHIELD AND GLASS WAS INSERTED INTO THE PASSENGER'S HEAD. THE AIR BAGS DEP... Read more
Crash
2 injured
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
May 2, 2017
Incident date: May 1, 2017
WE OWN A 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THERE IS A STRONG FUEL ODOR EMITTING FROM THE . THE ORDER OF GASOLINE WAS SO STRONG IT FILLED THE FIRST FLOOR OF MY HOME WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED IN THE GARAGE. HE VEHICLE WAS ABOUT 1/4 FULL OF FUEL MY RECORDS INDICATE THAT THE FILLER TUBE HAD BEEN REPLACED... Read more
STEERING
May 2, 2017
Incident date: May 2, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE DRIVEN AWAY FROM THE SCENE. IN ADDITION, THE POWER STEERING MALFUNCTIONED ON S... Read more
Crash
AIR BAGS
May 2, 2017
Incident date: May 2, 2016
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO A TREE. THE AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. A POLICE REPORT WAS FILED AND THERE WERE NO INJURIES SUSTAINED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE DRIVEN AWAY FROM THE SCENE. IN ADDITION, THE POWER STEERING MALFUNCTIONED ON S... Read more
Crash
SUSPENSION
Apr 6, 2017
Incident date: Apr 3, 2017
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHEN THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN IN FOR INSPECTION, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE STRUT ASSEMBLY WAS FRACTURED AND SEPARATED FROM THE UNI-BODY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DETERMINED THAT IT WAS UNABLE TO BE REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNO... Read more
POWER TRAIN
Jun 17, 2015
Incident date: May 18, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHEN THE SHIFT LEVER WAS SHIFTED INTO THE REVERSE POSITION, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO OPERATE WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000.
POWER TRAIN
May 28, 2015
Incident date: May 14, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO SHIFT THE GEAR INTO REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 200,000. UPDATED 7/16/15*CN
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
May 28, 2015
Incident date: May 14, 2015
WE OWN A 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER AND FOR SOME REASON WE HAVE LOST OUR REVERSE BUT STILL HAVE OUR PARK, NEUTRAL AND DRIVE, AND 4 WHEEL DRIVE. WE WERE TOLD THAT IT COULD BE THE CLUTCH PACK THAT NEEDS REPLACED BUT THEN AFTER TALKING TO THE MECHANIC THAT INSPECTED IT FOR US HE SAID THAT HE THOUGHT WE MIG... Read more
STEERING
Apr 24, 2015
Incident date: Apr 5, 2015
DRIVING DOWN THE HWY AND SUV STARTED ROCKING BACK AND FORTH SIDE TO SIDE SEVERELY..I HAD TO BRAKE FAST ..THEN WHEN I ACCELERATED IT WOBBLED WORSE...I THOUGHT I WAS GOING TO ROLL...COULD NOT GO OVER 30...VERY DANGEROUS AND SCARY...I LOOKED IT UP ON FORUMS TO SEE IF ANYONE ELSE HAS HAD THIS PROBLEM...... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Apr 24, 2015
Incident date: Apr 5, 2015
DRIVING DOWN THE HWY AND SUV STARTED ROCKING BACK AND FORTH SIDE TO SIDE SEVERELY..I HAD TO BRAKE FAST ..THEN WHEN I ACCELERATED IT WOBBLED WORSE...I THOUGHT I WAS GOING TO ROLL...COULD NOT GO OVER 30...VERY DANGEROUS AND SCARY...I LOOKED IT UP ON FORUMS TO SEE IF ANYONE ELSE HAS HAD THIS PROBLEM...... Read more
SUSPENSION
Apr 24, 2015
Incident date: Apr 5, 2015
DRIVING DOWN THE HWY AND SUV STARTED ROCKING BACK AND FORTH SIDE TO SIDE SEVERELY..I HAD TO BRAKE FAST ..THEN WHEN I ACCELERATED IT WOBBLED WORSE...I THOUGHT I WAS GOING TO ROLL...COULD NOT GO OVER 30...VERY DANGEROUS AND SCARY...I LOOKED IT UP ON FORUMS TO SEE IF ANYONE ELSE HAS HAD THIS PROBLEM...... Read more
AIR BAGS
Jan 27, 2015
Incident date: Jan 15, 2015
TL* THE CONTACT OWNED A 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER. WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH, THE CONTACT BLACKED OUT AND CRASHED THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED MINOR FACIAL INJURIES DUE TO THE AIR BAG DEPLOYMENT. THE CONTACT ALSO SUSTAINED LEFT EYE INJURIES, WHICH REQUIRED ONGOING MEDICAL ATTENTION. A POLICE REPORT WA... Read more
Crash
1 injured
SUSPENSION
Sep 2, 2014
Incident date: Oct 1, 2011
1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO VEHICLE SUSPENSION RECALL ISSUES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED AFTER HE HIT A POTHOLE, THE WOULD ROCK FROM LEFT TO RIGHT. THE CONSUMER WAS INFORMED OF THE RECALL, WHICH WAS RECTIFIED ON SEPT 23, 2011. THE BEARINGS, TIRES, AND STRUTS WERE REPLACED.... Read more
WHEELS
Aug 26, 2014
Incident date: Aug 23, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL CLICKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN TO EXIT THE HIGHWAY, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE FRACTU... Read more
SUSPENSION
Aug 26, 2014
Incident date: Aug 23, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THERE WAS AN ABNORMAL CLICKING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE DRIVER'S SIDE. THE CONTACT MENTIONED THAT WHILE MAKING A LEFT TURN TO EXIT THE HIGHWAY, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE TIRE FRACTU... Read more
STEERING
May 6, 2014
Incident date: Mar 7, 2014
THIS COMPLAINT IS REGARDING MORLEY VEHICLE SERVICES (HEREINAFTER "MVS") & NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. (HEREINAFTER "NNAI") IMPROPERLY HANDLING A RECENT RECALL ON HIS 1998 NISAN PATHFINDER (HEREINAFTER "VEHICLE"). 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER, WE DELIVERED THE VEHICLE TO AUTONATION NISSAN ARAPAHOE (HERE... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES
May 6, 2014
Incident date: Mar 7, 2014
THIS COMPLAINT IS REGARDING MORLEY VEHICLE SERVICES (HEREINAFTER "MVS") & NISSAN NORTH AMERICA, INC. (HEREINAFTER "NNAI") IMPROPERLY HANDLING A RECENT RECALL ON HIS 1998 NISAN PATHFINDER (HEREINAFTER "VEHICLE"). 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER, WE DELIVERED THE VEHICLE TO AUTONATION NISSAN ARAPAHOE (HERE... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jan 29, 2014
Incident date: Jan 29, 2014
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FUEL FILLER NECK WAS PERFORATED DUE TO RUST. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE WAS CONFIRMED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED ABOUT THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 144,000.
SUSPENSION
Sep 27, 2013
Incident date: Jul 15, 2013
AS I WAS DRIVING ON THE HIGHWAY, WHILE ACCELERATING, MY SUV STARTED ROCKING FROM SIDE TO SIDE. I HAD TO APPLY THE BRAKES IN ORDER FOR IT TO STOP ROCKING. IT FELT AS IF MY SUV WAS GOING TO ROLLOVER EVEN THOUGH I WAS DRIVING STRAIGHT AND AT THE SPEED LIMIT. THIS HAS HAPPENED SEVERAL TIMES. IT HAPPENED... Read more
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
Nov 15, 2012
Incident date: Sep 30, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES FAILED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED CAUSING HER TO CRASH INTO A BRICK WALL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AND INJURED THE FRONT PASSENGER'S EYES AND... Read more
Crash
2 injured
SERVICE BRAKES
Nov 15, 2012
Incident date: Sep 30, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE BRAKES FAILED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT SHE DEPRESSED THE BRAKE PEDAL AND THE VEHICLE ACCELERATED CAUSING HER TO CRASH INTO A BRICK WALL. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAGS DEPLOYED AND INJURED THE FRONT PASSENGER'S EYES AND... Read more
Crash
2 injured
WHEELS
Sep 27, 2012
Incident date: Mar 18, 2011
VEHICLE STRUT HOUSING AND STRUT HAD TO BE REPLACED ON DRIVER SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE ,FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE ALSO HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO IT. ALL SERVICES WAS DONE BY A MECHANIC AND CHARGED FOR LABOR AND PARTS. PLEASE EMAIL ME ABOUT THIS @[XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FRE... Read more
STEERING
Sep 27, 2012
Incident date: Mar 18, 2011
VEHICLE STRUT HOUSING AND STRUT HAD TO BE REPLACED ON DRIVER SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE ,FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE ALSO HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO IT. ALL SERVICES WAS DONE BY A MECHANIC AND CHARGED FOR LABOR AND PARTS. PLEASE EMAIL ME ABOUT THIS @[XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FRE... Read more
SUSPENSION
Sep 27, 2012
Incident date: Mar 18, 2011
VEHICLE STRUT HOUSING AND STRUT HAD TO BE REPLACED ON DRIVER SIDE AND PASSENGER SIDE ,FRONT DRIVER SIDE TIRE ALSO HAD TO BE REPLACED DUE TO IT. ALL SERVICES WAS DONE BY A MECHANIC AND CHARGED FOR LABOR AND PARTS. PLEASE EMAIL ME ABOUT THIS @[XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FRE... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Jul 17, 2012
Incident date: Jun 18, 2010
I FILLED UP MY VEHICLE WITH GAS AND WHEN I WAS DRIVING I COULD SMELL GAS SOMEWHERE - SO I ONLY FILLED IT HALF FULL AFTER THAT. I WENT TO BERGSTROM OF OSHKOSH, WISCONSIN TO GET A DIFFERENT RECALL REPAIRED (I THINK IT WAS ABOUT A YEAR AGO) HAVING TO DO WITH THE STEERING. THEY KEPT MY VEHICLE FOR 4... Read more
SUSPENSION
Jun 27, 2012
Incident date: Apr 10, 2012
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 60 MPH, THE STEERING WHEEL BEGAN TO WOBBLE AND THE DRIVER FELT LIKE SHE WAS GOING TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE OCURRED WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS AS WELL, BUT THE DEGREE OF WOBBLING WAS LESSER. THE V... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
Jan 10, 2012
Incident date: Nov 15, 2011
I AM HAVING MULTIPLE ISSUES WITH MY 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER DUE TO CORROSION. THE MOST RECENT INCIDENT WAS WHILE I WAS DRIVING MY MUFFLER FELL OFF. I TOOK IT TO A SHOP AND WHEN THEY RAISED THE VEHICLE, THE ENTIRE EXHAUST SYSTEM HAD CORROSION AND HOLES FROM IT. THIS WAS FOLLOWED BY LAST YEARS STRUT HO... Read more
Crash
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Jan 10, 2012
Incident date: Nov 15, 2011
I AM HAVING MULTIPLE ISSUES WITH MY 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER DUE TO CORROSION. THE MOST RECENT INCIDENT WAS WHILE I WAS DRIVING MY MUFFLER FELL OFF. I TOOK IT TO A SHOP AND WHEN THEY RAISED THE VEHICLE, THE ENTIRE EXHAUST SYSTEM HAD CORROSION AND HOLES FROM IT. THIS WAS FOLLOWED BY LAST YEARS STRUT HO... Read more
Crash
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Jan 10, 2012
Incident date: Nov 15, 2011
I AM HAVING MULTIPLE ISSUES WITH MY 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER DUE TO CORROSION. THE MOST RECENT INCIDENT WAS WHILE I WAS DRIVING MY MUFFLER FELL OFF. I TOOK IT TO A SHOP AND WHEN THEY RAISED THE VEHICLE, THE ENTIRE EXHAUST SYSTEM HAD CORROSION AND HOLES FROM IT. THIS WAS FOLLOWED BY LAST YEARS STRUT HO... Read more
Crash
SUSPENSION
Jan 10, 2012
Incident date: Nov 15, 2011
I AM HAVING MULTIPLE ISSUES WITH MY 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER DUE TO CORROSION. THE MOST RECENT INCIDENT WAS WHILE I WAS DRIVING MY MUFFLER FELL OFF. I TOOK IT TO A SHOP AND WHEN THEY RAISED THE VEHICLE, THE ENTIRE EXHAUST SYSTEM HAD CORROSION AND HOLES FROM IT. THIS WAS FOLLOWED BY LAST YEARS STRUT HO... Read more
Crash
POWER TRAIN
Jan 10, 2012
Incident date: Nov 15, 2011
I AM HAVING MULTIPLE ISSUES WITH MY 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER DUE TO CORROSION. THE MOST RECENT INCIDENT WAS WHILE I WAS DRIVING MY MUFFLER FELL OFF. I TOOK IT TO A SHOP AND WHEN THEY RAISED THE VEHICLE, THE ENTIRE EXHAUST SYSTEM HAD CORROSION AND HOLES FROM IT. THIS WAS FOLLOWED BY LAST YEARS STRUT HO... Read more
Crash
SUSPENSION
Nov 17, 2011
Incident date: Oct 22, 2010
THE STRUT HOUSING ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE RUSTED COMPLETELY AND BROKE . IT CAUSED THE INNER FENDER TO TOUCH THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER. I HAD TO PAY TO HAVE THIS REPAIRED OUT OF POCKET, AND THEN RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE SEVERAL MONTHS LATER. I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT THE NEXT STEP IS FOR REIMBURSEMENT... Read more
STRUCTURE
Nov 17, 2011
Incident date: Oct 22, 2010
THE STRUT HOUSING ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE RUSTED COMPLETELY AND BROKE . IT CAUSED THE INNER FENDER TO TOUCH THE BRAKE MASTER CYLINDER. I HAD TO PAY TO HAVE THIS REPAIRED OUT OF POCKET, AND THEN RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE SEVERAL MONTHS LATER. I WOULD LIKE TO KNOW WHAT THE NEXT STEP IS FOR REIMBURSEMENT... Read more
SUSPENSION
Nov 8, 2011
Incident date: Nov 12, 2008
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THE MANUFACTURER RECENTLY ISSUED A VOLUNTARY RECALL REGARDING STRUT CORROSION (REFERENCE NUMBER: R1108). THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED FOR THE SAME DEFECT TWO YEARS AGO. THE CONTACT STATED THE FRONT DRIVER SIDE STRUT WAS DEFECTIVE DUE TO E... Read more
SUSPENSION:FRONT
Oct 4, 2011
Incident date: Oct 1, 2011
1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO RECALL CONCERNING STRUT TOWER CORROSION *TGW THE CONSUMER SENT IN A PAID INVOICE WITH THE REPAIRS RELATED TO THE RECALL. *JB
STRUCTURE:BODY
Sep 28, 2011
Incident date: Sep 23, 2010
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THERE WAS SEVERE RUSTING ON THE FRONT DRIVERS SIDE STRUT HOUSING AND FRAME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THEY STATED THAT THEY WOULD SPRAY A SUBSTANCE ON THE PORTION OF THE FRAME THAT WAS RUSTING. THE MANUFAC... Read more
STEERING
Sep 8, 2011
Incident date: May 2, 2011
MY VEHICLE HAS TWO RECALLS ON IT - FIRST ONE IS THE GAS NECK RECALL AND THE SECOND IS THE STRUT HOUSING CAUSING STEERING PROBLEMS. I TOOK MY VEHICLE IN ON MAY 2ND, 2011 TO BERGSTROM/NISSAN IN OSHKOSH. THEY CHECKED OUT MY VEHICLE AND SAID THAT MY VEHICLE HAS THE PROBLEMS REGARDING BOTH RECALLS. IT... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Sep 8, 2011
Incident date: May 2, 2011
MY VEHICLE HAS TWO RECALLS ON IT - FIRST ONE IS THE GAS NECK RECALL AND THE SECOND IS THE STRUT HOUSING CAUSING STEERING PROBLEMS. I TOOK MY VEHICLE IN ON MAY 2ND, 2011 TO BERGSTROM/NISSAN IN OSHKOSH. THEY CHECKED OUT MY VEHICLE AND SAID THAT MY VEHICLE HAS THE PROBLEMS REGARDING BOTH RECALLS. IT... Read more
SUSPENSION
Sep 8, 2011
Incident date: May 2, 2011
MY VEHICLE HAS TWO RECALLS ON IT - FIRST ONE IS THE GAS NECK RECALL AND THE SECOND IS THE STRUT HOUSING CAUSING STEERING PROBLEMS. I TOOK MY VEHICLE IN ON MAY 2ND, 2011 TO BERGSTROM/NISSAN IN OSHKOSH. THEY CHECKED OUT MY VEHICLE AND SAID THAT MY VEHICLE HAS THE PROBLEMS REGARDING BOTH RECALLS. IT... Read more
STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS:UNDERBODY SHIELDS
Aug 17, 2011
Incident date: Aug 10, 2011
HOW CAN A MAJOR CAR COMPANY BUILD A VEHICLE THAT HAS SO MANY RUST PROBLEMS. MY 1998 PATHFINDER HAS SO MANY RUST PROBLEMS. THE COMPANY HAS HAD RECALL ON THE FRONT STRUT HOUSING, FILLER GAS TUBE. WHY CAN'T THE COMPANY STAND UP AND TAKE CARE OF ALL THE RUST PROBLEMS. EVER 1998 PATHFINDER HAS RUST ISSUE... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY
Aug 17, 2011
Incident date: Aug 10, 2011
HOW CAN A MAJOR CAR COMPANY BUILD A VEHICLE THAT HAS SO MANY RUST PROBLEMS. MY 1998 PATHFINDER HAS SO MANY RUST PROBLEMS. THE COMPANY HAS HAD RECALL ON THE FRONT STRUT HOUSING, FILLER GAS TUBE. WHY CAN'T THE COMPANY STAND UP AND TAKE CARE OF ALL THE RUST PROBLEMS. EVER 1998 PATHFINDER HAS RUST ISSUE... Read more
STRUCTURE
Aug 17, 2011
Incident date: Aug 10, 2011
HOW CAN A MAJOR CAR COMPANY BUILD A VEHICLE THAT HAS SO MANY RUST PROBLEMS. MY 1998 PATHFINDER HAS SO MANY RUST PROBLEMS. THE COMPANY HAS HAD RECALL ON THE FRONT STRUT HOUSING, FILLER GAS TUBE. WHY CAN'T THE COMPANY STAND UP AND TAKE CARE OF ALL THE RUST PROBLEMS. EVER 1998 PATHFINDER HAS RUST ISSUE... Read more
EQUIPMENT
Aug 17, 2011
Incident date: Aug 10, 2011
HOW CAN A MAJOR CAR COMPANY BUILD A VEHICLE THAT HAS SO MANY RUST PROBLEMS. MY 1998 PATHFINDER HAS SO MANY RUST PROBLEMS. THE COMPANY HAS HAD RECALL ON THE FRONT STRUT HOUSING, FILLER GAS TUBE. WHY CAN'T THE COMPANY STAND UP AND TAKE CARE OF ALL THE RUST PROBLEMS. EVER 1998 PATHFINDER HAS RUST ISSUE... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Aug 6, 2011
Incident date: Jul 10, 2011
LOAD SENSING VALVE ---BRACKET WELDED TO DIFFERENTIAL HAS RUSTED OFF. SPRING APPLYING TENSION TO LOAD SENSING VALVE IS NO LONGER CONNECTED TO THE BRACKET THUS MAKING THE VALVE INOPERABLE. REAR BRAKE PRESSURE NO LONGER CONTROLLED BY THE VALVE DEPENDING ON LOAD. INCREASED CHANCE OF REAR WHEEL LOCK U... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
Aug 1, 2011
Incident date: Mar 10, 2009
BRAKE LINE TUBE, THATS THE METAL PART OF BRAKE LINE, RUST CAUSE LINE TO BREAK WHILE DRIVING AND LEAK-OUT ALL OF THE BRAKE FLUID. *KB
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Technical Service Bulletins, 1998 NISSAN PATHFINDER
102 manufacturer communications from 84 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 11 |
| 020000 SUSPENSION | 9 |
| 162000 STRUCTURE:BODY | 8 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 6 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 5 |
| 010000 STEERING | 4 |
| 200000 WHEELS | 4 |
| 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 3 |
NTB08-097L
Sep 21, 2023
010000 STEERING
DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB23-053
Jun 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
SILICONE-BASED LUBRICANT OR GREASE CAN DAMAGE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS SERVICE INFORMATION Do not apply Silicone-based lubricants or grease to, or around, any interior electrical components. To avoid the risk of death or severe personal
NTB23-049
Jun 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
12 VOLT BATTERY TESTING FOR IN-SERVICE VEHICLES SERVICE INFORMATION The following Service Information lists NNA procedural recommendations for establishing good connections while performing 12V battery testing. These recommendations ar
NTB13-107F
Apr 27, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
VEHICLE KEY NOT DETECTED / AUTHENTICATED, ENGINE WILL NOT START This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB16-003C
Apr 17, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INTELLIGENT KEY REPLACEMENT OR SWAPPING BETWEEN VEHICLES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Discard all previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB09-081J
Feb 27, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB09-081J
Feb 27, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
WINDSHIELD CRACKING This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-028H
Feb 27, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB13-028H
Feb 27, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
REMOVING FOREIGN MATERIAL FROM THE WINDOW GLASS This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB08-097K
Feb 22, 2023
010000 STEERING
DIAGNOSIS OF VEHICLE PULL (DRIFT) AND/OR STEERING WHEEL OFF-CENTER This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB10-126C
Feb 22, 2023
200000 WHEELS
WHEEL BEARING COLLISION DAMAGE This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB99-001F
Dec 7, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB99-001e
Feb 12, 2021
020000 SUSPENSION
STRUT AND SHOCK ABSORBER REPLACEMENT GUIDELINES This bulletin has been amended. See AMENDMENT HISTORY on the last page. Please discard previous versions of this bulletin.
NTB00042D
Jan 16, 2015
140000 AIR BAGS
SERVICE INFORMATION Changes or modifications to the front seat assembly trim materials may affect the proper operation of the Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bags and Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor and could resul
NTB00042D
Jan 16, 2015
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE INFORMATION Changes or modifications to the front seat assembly trim materials may affect the proper operation of the Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bags and Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor and could resul
NTB00042D
Jan 16, 2015
280000 BACK OVER PREVENTION
SERVICE INFORMATION Changes or modifications to the front seat assembly trim materials may affect the proper operation of the Front Seat-Mounted Side-Impact Supplemental Air Bags and Passenger Occupant Classification Sensor and could resul
NTB-08-055-A
Jan 27, 2014
141100 AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:SENSOR/CONTROL MODULE
NISSAN: SRS PRECAUTIONS DURING SERVICE;IMPROPER MAINTENANCE, INCLUDING INCORRECT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION OF THE SRS, CAN LEAD TO A SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH CAUSED BY UNINTENTIONAL ACTIVATION OF THE SRS ON ALL NISSAN MODELS WITH THE SRS SYS
NTB08055C
Jan 27, 2014
140000 AIR BAGS
SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for each vehicle. IMPORTANT: Turn the ignition switch OFF
NTB08055C
Jan 27, 2014
350000 EQUIPMENT
SERVICE INFORMATION Information necessary to service the Supplemental Restraint System (SRS) safely is included in the "RESTRAINTS" section of the Electronic Service Manual (ESM) for each vehicle. IMPORTANT: Turn the ignition switch OFF
NTB-11-066
Dec 20, 2013
021400 SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT
NISSAN SERVICE CAMPAIGN: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. 1996-2004 PATHFINDER. IN STATES WHERE HEAVY CONCENTRATIONS OF ROAD SALT ARE USED, IN THE WINTER, THE FRONT DRIVER'S SIDE STRUT HOUSING CAN DEVELOP CORROSION THAT MAY CA
NTB11066G
Dec 20, 2013
160000 STRUCTURE
Nissan is conducting a voluntary safety recall campaign on certain model year 1996 - 2004 Pathfinder vehicles that are currently registered in Salt States to inspect for corrosion, and if necessary repair the front strut housing panels.
NTB92123D
Aug 27, 2013
200000 WHEELS
Nissan Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory Alloy wheels, along with their finish coating (clear, chrome, titanium, etc.), are specifically developed to achieve Nissan design and performance standards. These Original Equipment or Genuin
NTB92123D
Aug 27, 2013
350000 EQUIPMENT
Nissan Original Equipment or Genuine Accessory Alloy wheels, along with their finish coating (clear, chrome, titanium, etc.), are specifically developed to achieve Nissan design and performance standards. These Original Equipment or Genuin
NTB00033E
Jul 23, 2013
010000 STEERING
SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into
NTB00033E
Jul 23, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into
NTB00033E
Jul 23, 2013
200000 WHEELS
SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into
NTB00033E
Jul 23, 2013
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
SERVICE INFORMATION - This bulletin is to assist you in responding to customer questions about brake operation, and provides diagnostic and repair information for each item listed, if any should occur. - Most brake incidents fall into
NTB04094A
Jul 23, 2013
010000 STEERING
If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut P
NTB04094A
Jul 23, 2013
200000 WHEELS
If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut P
NTB04094A
Jul 23, 2013
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
If YOU CONFIRM: A vehicle needs to have the brake rotors resurfaced (front or rear). ACTION: Use the ProCut PFM Series on-car brake lathe to perform brake rotor resurfacing and follow the tips listed in this bulletin. - The ProCut P
NTB98018G
Jun 7, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
As part of an enhanced emissions test for Inspection & Maintenance (I/M), some States may require the System Readiness Test (SRT) status be checked. - The SRT is used to indicate whether the engine control module (ECM) has completed sel
NTB-13-038
Apr 3, 2013
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
NISSAN: LOCK/UNLOCK REQUEST BUTTON ON OUTSIDE HANDLE DOES NOT RESPOND. *JS
NTB99001A
Mar 19, 2013
020000 SUSPENSION
SERVICE INFORMATION This bulletin provides information to identify: - A leaking strut or a shock absorber that qualifies for replacement under warranty. - A strut or shock absorber that has slight oil seepage, a condition wh
NTB-09-101
Sep 30, 2010
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
NISSAN: TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) WARNING LIGHT ON/FLASHING. NO MODELS OR MODEL YEARS LISTED. *PE UPDATED ON 08-11-2011. *KB
NTB-09-129
Sep 13, 2010
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
NISSAN: VENT CONTROL VALVE REPLACEMENT. WHEN REPLACING THE EVAP CANISTER VENT CONTROL VALVE FOR REASON: USE THE ONE LISTED ON PAGE 2; FOR VENT CONTROL VALVE REPLACEMENT PROCEDURE, REFER TO THE APPROPRIATE SECTION OF THE ELECTRONIC SERVICE
NTB-09-030
Apr 6, 2009
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NISSAN: THE 12 VOLT BATTERY IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND IS REQUIRED TO STAY CONNECTED WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO VEHICLE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS/CAUTIONS. NO MOD
NTB-09-030
Apr 6, 2009
111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
NISSAN: THE 12 VOLT BATTERY IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND IS REQUIRED TO STAY CONNECTED WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO VEHICLE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS/CAUTIONS. NO MOD
NTB-09-030
Apr 6, 2009
111100 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
NISSAN: THE 12 VOLT BATTERY IS AN IMPORTANT PART OF THE VEHICLE ELECTRICAL SYSTEM AND IS REQUIRED TO STAY CONNECTED WHEN THE ENGINE IS RUNNING. TO PREVENT DAMAGE TO VEHICLE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS FOLLOW THE INSTRUCTIONS/CAUTIONS. NO MOD
99022
Oct 28, 2005
151000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT
FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON MISSING. *TT
NTB99067A
Nov 7, 2003
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
NISSAN INTEGRATED HOMELINK TRANSMITTER SYSTEM USED TO ACTIVATE MOST ELECTRONIC GARAGE DOORS AND SECURTY GATES. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING THE 2004 PATHFINDER ARMADA. *TT
NTB99022C
Aug 5, 2003
151000 SEAT BELTS:FRONT
FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON MISSING. *TT
NTB02035A
Sep 9, 2002
103400 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
SUBJECT REGARDING MANUAL TRANSFER CASE DIAGNOSIS. *TT
NTB01085A
Jul 17, 2002
103400 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
SUBJECT REGARDING BEARING NOISE FROM TRANSFER CASE COMPANION FLANGE. *JG
NTB02043
Apr 10, 2002
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
SUBJECT REGARDING ROOF CONSOLE TEMPERATURE DISPLAY READS INACCURATELY. *TT
NTB02035
Mar 25, 2002
104000 POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
CONCERNS WITH MANUAL TRANSFER CASE NOISES. *JB
NTB02035
Mar 25, 2002
103400 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:COLUMN SHIFT
SUBJECT REGARDING MANUAL TRANSFER CASE NOISES. *JG
300102
Jan 30, 2002
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SUBJECT REGARDING AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION CONFIGURATION, CLASSIFICATION NUMBER TE02-005. *SLC
NTB99053B
Jan 22, 2002
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION ON NISSAN REVISED TPS ADJUSTMENT PROCDURE. *SLC
NTB99053B
Jan 22, 2002
180000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
SUBJECT REGARDING REVISED THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS) ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE. *TT
NTB01033A
Oct 3, 2001
073200 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
SUBJECT REGARDING FUEL INJECTOR CLEANING FOR VEHICLES WITH ROUGH IDLE, HESITATION OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0300 - P0306 STORED. *TT
NTB01057
Aug 31, 2001
350000 EQUIPMENT
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO REVISED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.*JB
NTB01057
Aug 31, 2001
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUBJECT PERTAINING TO REVISED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES.*JB
NTB01057
Aug 31, 2001
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUBJECT REGARDING REVISED MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES. *SLC
NTB01033
Jul 1, 2001
073200 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS
INFORMATION ON FUEL INJECTOR CLEANING FOR VEHICLES WITH ROUGH IDLE, HESITATION OR MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP ON WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE P0300-P0306 STORED. *SB
NTB01033
Jul 1, 2001
073000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
INFORMATION ON FUEL INJECTOR CLEANING FOR VEHICLES WITH ROUGH IDLE.*JB
NTB01044
Jun 19, 2001
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SERVICE INFORMATION REGARDING INNER TIE ROD WRENCHES. *SB
NTB01031
Jun 18, 2001
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SUBJECT REGARDING ESSENTIAL TOOL - REAR AXLE BEARING REMOVAL KIT. *TTTHE KIT IS AN ESSENTIAL TOOL AND AND WILL BE AUTOMATICALLY SENT TO ALL NISSAN DEALERS.
NTB98009A
May 15, 2001
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SUBJECT REGARDING IDLER PULLEY NOISE (AMENDMENT). *YD
NTB98046DE
May 15, 2001
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT REGARDING WIND UP CLUNK (OLD PROCEDURE),( AMENDMENT). *YD
NTB98046D
May 14, 2001
100000 POWER TRAIN
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A CLUNK NOISE FROM THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE WHEN STOPPING. *TT
NTB99022B
May 2, 2001
151100 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON MISSING. *TT
NTB010027
May 1, 2001
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT REGARDING SUNGLASSES HOLDER LID WILL NOT OPEN/CLOSE PROPERLY. *YD
NTB01023
Apr 25, 2001
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION REGARDING ESSENTIAL TOOL: THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR TEST CONNECTOR. *SLC
NTB01011
Feb 9, 2001
185000 VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE JN8AR05Y * XW360090 MAY EXHIBIT IDLE SPEED FLUCTUATION; INCORRECT IDLE SPEED; INCREASED ACCELERATOR PEDAL RESISTANCE AND / OR DIFFICULTY ACCELRATING SMOOTHLY FROM A STOP. *TT
NTB00049
Jun 5, 2000
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SUBJECT REGARDING VG33E PISTON REPLACEMENT. *TT
NTB99-036A
May 10, 2000
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
INFORMATION REGARDING KEYLESS REMOTE ENTRY PROGRAMMING. *TT
NTB00028
Mar 14, 2000
131000 VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
SERVICE INFORMATION FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITING WIND / SQUEAK / POP NOISE FROM FRONT DOOR WINDOW AREA. *TT
NTB00024
Mar 9, 2000
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT REGRDING SUNSHADE CLIPS BREAK OR DEFORM ON VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE JN8AR0788XW350101. *TT
NTB00020
Feb 23, 2000
162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A SQUEAK / RATTLE NOISE AT THE REAR HATCH. *TT
NTB99074
Feb 15, 2000
020000 SUSPENSION
SOME VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE JN8AR07S4XW350146 AND EQUIPPED WITH AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION MAY EXHIBIT A CLUNK NOISE FROM THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE WHEN STOPPING. *TT
NTB98046B
Feb 15, 2000
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SUBJECT REGARDING VEHICLES WITHIN VIN JN8AR07S4XW350 THAT EXHIBIT WIND-UP CLUNK. *TT
NTB99017A
Feb 10, 2000
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
SOME CUSTOMERS MAY INDICATE THAT A LIGHT TICKING OR HUMMING NOISE CAN BE HEARD COMING FROM THE BLOWER MOTOR OF AN APPLIED VEHICLE WHEN THE MOTOR IS RUN AT LOW FAN SPEEDS. *TT
NTB00011
Feb 1, 2000
135100 VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:INTERIOR
THIS BULLETIN ADDRESSES CONCERNS WITH THE INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR BECOMING LOOSE AND / OR FALLING OFF. *TT
NTB00001
Dec 15, 1999
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT SUNROOF BINDS; SUNROOF MOTOR RUNS BUT THE SUNROOF WILL NOT OPEN OR CLOSE; SUNROOF LEAKS. *TT
NTB99083
Nov 29, 1999
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FOR HARD START IN COLD TEMPERATURE / HIGH ALTITUDE CONDITONS. *TT
NTB99067
Sep 21, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
NISSAN INTEGRATED HOMELINK TRANSMITTER SYSTEM USED TO ACTIVATE MOST ELECTRONIC GARAGE DOORS AND SECURTY GATES. *TT
NTB98088A
Sep 15, 1999
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE JN8AR05Y*XW306090 MAY EXHIBIT A HARD START CONDITION AT HIGH ALTITUDE AND COLD CONDITIONS. *TT
NTB99022A
Aug 26, 1999
150000 SEAT BELTS
CONCERNS WITH THE FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE STOPPER BUTTON MISSING. *TT
NTB99054
Aug 25, 1999
162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE JN8AR07Y9XW350101 MAY EXPERIENCE A RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM THE DOOR FINISHER. *TT
NTB98103A
Jun 28, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SERVICE BULLETIN FOR VEHICLES EXHIBITING SQUEAK AND RATTLE NOISE(S). *TT
NTB99041
Jun 17, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE JN8AR05YXW317099 MAY EXHIBIT WIND NOISE(S). *TT
NTB99036
May 10, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION REGARDING KEYLESS REMOTE ENTRY PROGRAMMING. *TT
NTB99012
Apr 15, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE JN8AR07*XW363825 MAY HAVE A ON REAR CUP HOLDER HARD THAT IS HARD TO OPEN AND CLOSE. *TT
NTB99022
Apr 15, 1999
151400 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
SUBJECT REGARDING MISSING FRONT SEAT BELT LATCH PLATE RETAINING BUTTON. *TT
NTB99027
Apr 15, 1999
350000 EQUIPMENT
REPLACEMENT PROCEDURES FOR CARGO NET HOOKS. *TT
NTB99019
Apr 15, 1999
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
SERVICE MANUAL PROCEDURE CHANGE FOR REAR OXYGEN SENSOR DTC(S) P0137, P0138, P0139, P0140, P0141 AND THREE-WAY CATALYST DTC P0420. *TT
NTB99023
Apr 15, 1999
090000 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
INFORMATION REGARDING AN INACCURATE FUEL GUAGE. *TT
NTB99002
Mar 1, 1999
134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
VEHICLE BUILT BEFORE JN8AR07Y9XW350101 MAY EXHIBITG A FOUL ODOR (DUSTY OR MUSTY TYPE SMELL) WHEN THE SUNROOF SUNSHADE IS OPENED (WITH THE SUNROOF GLASS CLOSED) AFTER THE VEHICLES HAS SOAKED IN THE SUN. *TT
NTB99004
Mar 1, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT THE MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP 'ON' WITH O2 SENSOR DTC STORED IN ECM. *TT
NTB98102
Feb 15, 1999
020000 SUSPENSION
VEHICLE EXHIBITING STEERING SHIMMY WHILE DRIVEN AT SPEEDS BETWEEN 60 AND 70 MPH (W/O BRAKING),DUE TO OUT-OF-BALANCE FRONT OR REAR TIRES / WHEELS AND / OR INSUFFICIENT STEERING RACK SLIDING FORCE ADJUSTMENT. *TT
NTB98108
Jan 15, 1999
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT BODY / FLOOR / SEAT VIBRATION OR A CABIN NOISE IS HEARD AT CONSTANT SPEEDS OF 40 TO 70 MPH. *YC
NTB98088
Jan 15, 1999
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SOME VEHICLES EXPERIENCE HARD START AT HIGH ALTITUDE AND COLD CONDITIONS. *YC
NTB98062A
Nov 1, 1998
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
EXTENSION INFORMATION ON EXHAUST SYSTEM WARRANTY. *YC
NTB98046
Jul 15, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
SOME VEHICLES EXHIBIT A CLUNK NOISE FROM THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE WHEN STOPPING. *TT
NTB98059
Jul 1, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
EXHIBING A WIND OR RATTLE NOISE FROM THE ROOF RACK. *YC
NTB98029A
Jun 15, 1998
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
VEHICLES EXHIBITING A MIL 'ON' WITH ONE OR MORE OF THE BELOW DTCS STORED, THE CAUSE MAY BE INSECT NEST(S) IN THE EVAPORATIVE ( EVAP ) EMISSION CONTROL SYSTEM. *YC
NTB98-008
Jun 1, 1998
190000 TIRES
EXPERIENCING A RATTLE NOISE FROM SPARE TIRE CARRIER. *YC
NTB98029
Apr 15, 1998
063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
VEHICLES EXHIBIT A MIL 'ON' WITH ONE OR MORE OF THE BELOW DTCS STORED. *YC
NTB98001
Apr 1, 1998
020000 SUSPENSION
VEHICLES BUILT BEFORE JN8AR057 - WW256932 MAY PULL AT A CONSTANT SPEED, AND MAY EXHIBIT EXCESSIVE PLAY IN FRONT/REAR SUSPENSION. *YC
NTB97014A
Feb 1, 1998
020000 SUSPENSION
VEHICLE EXHIBITS A HIGH PITCH SQUEAL OR WHISTLE FROM THE FRONT HUB/BRAKE AREA. *YC
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NHTSA Safety Investigations, NISSAN PATHFINDER
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE21022
Opened: Dec 9, 2021 , Closed: Jul 8, 2022
Hood Latch/Bell Crank Assembly
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this preliminary evaluation to investigate consumer complaints alleging hood latch failures occurring on certain model year (MY) 2013-2016 Nissan Pathfinder vehicles. Complaints received indicated a sudden and unexpected opening of the hood while the ... Read more
NISSAN PATHFINDER - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the NISSAN PATHFINDER across all model years (1987, 2025).
139
Total Recalls
10,274
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
428
Reported Crashes
85
Reported Fires
19
Reported Deaths
NISSAN PATHFINDER - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 0 | 9 | View |
| 2025 | 1 | 75 | View |
| 2024 | 2 | 117 | View |
| 2023 | 1 | 152 | View |
| 2022 | 5 | 196 | View |
| 2020 | 0 | 77 | View |
| 2019 | 2 | 119 | View |
| 2018 | 3 | 121 | View |
| 2017 | 2 | 253 | View |
| 2016 | 2 | 128 | View |
| 2015 | 5 | 432 | View |
| 2014 | 11 | 746 | View |
| 2013 | 11 | 1,208 | View |
| 2012 | 2 | 35 | View |
| 2011 | 2 | 59 | View |
| 2010 | 5 | 61 | View |
| 2009 | 4 | 51 | View |
| 2008 | 5 | 458 | View |
| 2007 | 2 | 846 | View |
| 2006 | 5 | 1,224 | View |
| 2005 | 4 | 1,560 | View |
| 2004 | 7 | 86 | View |
| 2003 | 7 | 147 | View |
| 2002 | 9 | 206 | View |
| 2001 | 7 | 299 | View |
| 2000 | 6 | 166 | View |
| 1999 | 5 | 144 | View |
| 1998 (current) | 4 | 194 | |
| 1997 | 4 | 293 | View |
| 1996 | 5 | 214 | View |
| 1995 | 0 | 218 | View |
| 1994 | 2 | 108 | View |
| 1993 | 0 | 67 | View |
| 1992 | 0 | 38 | View |
| 1991 | 1 | 49 | View |
| 1990 | 2 | 44 | View |
| 1989 | 2 | 19 | View |
| 1988 | 2 | 17 | View |
| 1987 | 2 | 31 | View |
| 1986 | 0 | 1 | View |