The Lemon IndexAll cars · Nissan Pathfinder · 2017
2017 Nissan Pathfinder. Advanced data.
The raw numbers: engines, recall campaign numbers, failure mileage and manufacturer communications.
Engines and drivetrains 2
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / hwy / combined | Fuel | Fuel cost/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | FWD | 20 / 27 / 23 | Regular | $2,700 |
| 3.5L 6-cyl | Auto (variable gear ratios) | 4WD | 19 / 26 / 22 | Regular | $2,850 |
EPA test versions for this model year. Fuel cost is the EPA's current estimate, not the price in that year.
Failure mileage by system
Half of owners who gave a mileage reported the problem between 27,600 and 53,000 miles. Median 41,500, from 118 complaints with a mileage.
| System | Median | Middle half | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 45,100 | 37,800–54,400 | 61 |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 45,000 | 24,500–66,300 | 22 |
| Electrical | 45,000 | 34,000–59,000 | 19 |
| Brakes | 24,000 | 16,000–56,000 | 7 |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 43,300 | 18,500–56,800 | 6 |
Mileage owners typed into their NHTSA complaint, all complaints for this model year. People report some problems late, so read it as a range.
Complaints by system
| System | Share of complaints |
|---|---|
| Engine | 48% |
| Transmission & drivetrain | 17% |
| Electrical | 14% |
| Brakes | 9% |
| Fuel or ev drive system | 6% |
One complaint can name more than one system, so shares can add to more than 100%.
Severity, all complaints
| Total | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths | Tows |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 186 | 8 | 2 | 5 | 0 | 7 |
As reported by owners to NHTSA. Not verified.
Recall campaigns 2
19V807000 Nov 2019 Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Defect. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Nissan Murano, 2016-2018 Nissan Maxima, and 2017-2019 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. These vehicles were previously recalled and unrepaired, or inspected and determined to not need a repair, under recall number 18V-601. In addition, this recall expands the previous population. The Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.
Risk. A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the ABS actuator, free of charge. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available, currently expected to be during summer 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: If the ABS warning light remains illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up, owners are advised to park the v
18V601000 Sep 2018 Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip
Defect. Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2015-2017 Nissan Murano, 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2017-2018 Nissan Pathfinder, and 2017 Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The Anti-Lock Brake (ABS) actuator pumps may allow brake fluid to leak onto an internal circuit board.
Risk. A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy. Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the serial number on the ABS actuator, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began October 29, 2018. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Note: When brake fluid has leaked onto the circuit board, the ABS warning lamp will remain illuminated for more than 10 seconds after engine start up. If this occurs
Manufacturer communications 226
Nissan filed 226 service communications for this car with NHTSA.
- NISSAN; OIL LEAKING AROUND VALVE TIMING CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE This bulletin applies only to…
- NISSAN; OIL LEAKING AROUND VALVE TIMING CONTROL SOLENOID VALVE This bulletin applies to…
- CLICKING NOISE FROM FRONT OR REAR AXLE DURING TAKE-OFF/ACCELERATION This bulletin has been…
Crash ratings by version
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Pathfinder SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Nissan Pathfinder SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Safety equipment
| Electronic stability | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning |
|---|---|---|
| Standard | Optional | No |
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Sources: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer communications; EPA fuel economy data; YouTube video titles. Complaints are owner reports, not proof of a defect.
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