Scored from 8 documented faults · reviewed by the VehicleFaults Research Team
On our documented-fault scoring the Nissan Pathfinder rates 3.8 out of 10 · buy with caution. We hold 8 known faults for it and 1 of them are rated critical and 2 high, so a bad example can be expensive. The weak points cluster around transmission, engine and body. A well-serviced example with evidence for the big-ticket items is usually a safe buy; the score describes the model, not the specific car in front of you.
Verdict · Walk unless the history is spotless
Weak points cluster around transmission, engine, body, engine cooling.
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Check this carCVT overheating, judder and failure.
Radiator-to-transmission cooler cross-contamination on some cars.
SRS airbag warning light illuminated on the dashboard, or the passenger airbag status light incorrectly showing 'OFF' when occupied, caused by a faulty Occupant Classification System (OCS) sensor.
Timing chain tensioner wear on the VQ35.
Loud grinding, clicking, or excessive vibration from the front end, potentially leading to overheating at idle due to cooling fan bearing failure.
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