The Lemon Index2020 Nissan Pathfinder.
The 2020 Nissan Pathfinder is one of the most reliable years by owner complaints: 21 complaints in its first 3 years and a Lemon Index of 44, where 100 is the average car. Owners complain most about engine, it has 0 recalls, and it gets 21 to 23 mpg combined. The best Nissan Pathfinder year is 2012.
Before you buy. What matters most for this car.
How serious. Out of 48 owner complaints, owners reported:
Every Nissan Pathfinder year. 2020 is highlighted. Lower is better.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 1K to 13K miles on the car (5 complaints listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
Recalls 0
No safety recalls on record.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Problems Nissan told dealers about
Nissan sent dealers 97 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- 2019-2020 pathfinder; push button ignition and door request switches inoperative if you…
- POWER BACK DOOR WILL NOT OPERATE WITH REQUEST SWITCHES IF YOU CONFIRM On vehicles equipped…
- FLUID LEAK CAUSED BY TRANSFER ASSEMBLY RIGHT SIDE DRIVE SHAFT OIL SEAL This bulletin has been…
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nissan Pathfinder SUV AWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
| Nissan Pathfinder SUV FWD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $2800–3050 a year in fuel (EPA estimate). Engines: 3.5L 6-cyl.
In owners' words
Engine failure while driving. Abnormal engine oil consumption. Oil level dropped without warning and without any warning lights from the vehicle. The vehicle oil level as checked 1 day prior to failure.
2020 Nissan Pathfinder owner · NHTSA complaint 11479873
More owner reports
Periodically the back up camera shorts out and you are no longer able to use it.
NHTSA complaint 11362665
Quick answers
Is the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder reliable?
Yes, it is one of the most reliable by government complaints. It drew 2.3× fewer complaints than average filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 44; 100 is average, lower is better). The best Nissan Pathfinder year by this measure is 2012.
What are the most common 2020 Nissan Pathfinder problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are engine (38%), electrical (24%) and brakes (19%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder have?
None: NHTSA has no safety recalls on record for it.
What gas mileage does the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder get?
21 to 23 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
Does the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues aren't among its top 5 complaint areas.
How much does the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder cost in fuel a year?
About $2800 to $3050 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2020 Nissan Pathfinder have?
3.5L 6-cyl.
What Nissan Pathfinder year is better than the 2020?
By owner complaints per car sold, the best recent years are 2012, 2010 and 2020.
Lemon Index = safety complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model year. 100 is average; lower is better. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works