Nissan Pathfinder Recalls

NHTSA has issued 39 safety recalls for the Nissan Pathfinder, covering model years 1996 through 2025. Airbag faults account for 11 of them, more than any other part of the vehicle. The 2014 model year has the most, with 11 separate campaigns against it. The largest single recall covered 3,296,947 vehicles. The most recent was reported to NHTSA on March 19, 2025.

Urgent safety advisory on the Nissan Pathfinder

2 recalls below tell owners to park outside and away from buildings, because the vehicle can catch fire while parked and switched off.

Check your own VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether these apply to your car.

Total recalls: 39
Model years affected: 27
Most recalled part: Airbag
Latest recall: 2025

Nissan Pathfinder recalls by model year

How many campaigns were issued against each model year. One recall often covers several years at once, so these add up to more than the 39 total.

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The 30 most recent Nissan Pathfinder recalls

Each entry is an official NHTSA campaign, shown with the defect, consequence, and remedy exactly as the manufacturer reported them, newest first.

25V173000BrakeReported March 19, 2025

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Model years affected: 2025

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2025 Murano, Pathfinder, and INFINITI QX60 vehicles. One or both front brake caliper assemblies may have reduced strength and could break. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

What can happen

A broken front brake caliper can cause a loss of front brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the front brake caliper assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 9, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 800-647-7261 or INFINITI's customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD137 and PD138.

Vehicles affected: 1,430
Maker's recall no.: PD137, PD138
Owners notified: May 9, 2025
Safety standard: FMVSS 135

Read campaign 25V173000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

24V176000Seat beltReported March 5, 2024

SEAT BELTS:PRETENSIONER

Model years affected: 2024

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The lap belt pretensioner in the left-side front seat belt assembly may be improperly secured, due to a missing rivet. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 208 "Occupant Crash Protection," 209 "Seat Belt Assemblies," and 210 "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

What can happen

An unsecured lap belt pretensioner will not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the left-side front lap seat belt pretensioner assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Owners may contact Infiniti customer service at 1-800-662-6200. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD106 and PD107.

Vehicles affected: 12,019
Maker's recall no.: PD106, PD107
Owners notified: April 18, 2024
Safety standard: FMVSS 208

Read campaign 24V176000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

24V154000AirbagReported February 27, 2024

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Model years affected: 2024

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2024 Titan, Frontier, Infiniti QX60, Pathfinder, 2023-2024 Sentra, Versa, Kicks, Infiniti QX50, and 2023 Rogue vehicles. Due to a manufacturing issue, the driver's air bag inflator may absorb moisture, and cause the air bag to deploy improperly.

What can happen

An air bag that deploys improperly may not protect the driver as intended during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace the front driver's air bag assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 10, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PD103, PD104, and PMA34.

Vehicles affected: 351
Maker's recall no.: PD103, PD104, PMA34
Owners notified: April 10, 2024

Read campaign 24V154000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

23V268000SeatReported April 13, 2023

SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Model years affected: 2023

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023 Rogue, Pathfinder, and Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The driver's powered seat may not be fully secured to the seat frame, causing the seat frame welds to detach from the rear inboard seat bracket.

What can happen

An unsecured seat with broken welds may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the driver's seat rail clearance, and if necessary, replace the driver's seat cushion frame, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 10, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC966, PC967.

Vehicles affected: 12,400
Maker's recall no.: PC966, PC967
Owners notified: June 9, 2023

Read campaign 23V268000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

23V067000AirbagReported February 10, 2023

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Model years affected: 2008–2011

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2008-2011 Titan, Frontier, Xterra, Pathfinder, Armada, and 2008-2009 Quest vehicles. The resin emblem on the driver's air bag cover may develop cracks and detach during air bag deployment.

What can happen

A detached emblem can become a projectile during air bag deployment, increasing the risk of injury to vehicle occupants.

The fix

Dealers will replace the drivers airbag cover. Owner letters were mailed December 8, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are PC944, PC945, and PC946.

Vehicles affected: 404,690
Maker's recall no.: PC944, PC945, PC946
Owners notified: December 8, 2023

Read campaign 23V067000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

22V527000Reported July 21, 2022

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE

Model years affected: 2022

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rogue, 2022 Frontier, Pathfinder, and Titan rental vehicles. When the Sirius XM subscription is set to "Not Subscribed," it may cause the infotainment head unit to reboot, resulting in an inoperative rearview camera. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

What can happen

An inoperative rearview camera display reduces the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

The Infotainment system software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 29, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R22A5 PC901 PC902.

Vehicles affected: 10,477
Maker's recall no.: R22A5 PC901 PC902
Owners notified: July 29, 2022
Safety standard: FMVSS 111

Read campaign 22V527000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

22V420000Latch and lockReported June 13, 2022

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

Model years affected: 2013–2016

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2016 Pathfinder vehicles. On certain Pathfinder vehicles, the secondary hood latch may malfunction and remain in the unlatched, unsecured, position when the hood is closed.

What can happen

An unsecured hood could unexpectedly open while driving, obstructing the driver's view, and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the bell crank assembly, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed March 26, 2025. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall are R22A2 R22A3 and R24B7.

Vehicles affected: 322,671
Maker's recall no.: R22A2 R22A3 R24B7
Owners notified: March 26, 2025

Read campaign 22V420000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

22V111000SeatReported February 24, 2022

SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Model years affected: 2022

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 INFINITI QX60 and Nissan Pathfinder vehicles. The second-row seat track may be missing a mounting bolt. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."

What can happen

A missing mounting bolt may allow the seat track to move during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the second-row seat track and install a new mounting bolt as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2022. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PC867 and PC868.

Vehicles affected: 21
Maker's recall no.: PC867 PC868
Owners notified: April 13, 2022
Safety standard: FMVSS 210

Read campaign 22V111000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

21V742000SeatReported September 23, 2021

SEATS:MID/REAR ASSEMBLY:HEAD RESTRAINT

Model years affected: 2022

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Pathfinder vehicles. The third-row headrests may have an improper weld or misaligned internal components, which can allow the headrest to move or detach. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 202, "Head Restraints."

What can happen

Headrests that move or detach may not adequately restrain occupants in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will replace all three third-row seat headrests, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC844.

Vehicles affected: 10,082
Maker's recall no.: PC844 / PC853
Owners notified: November 17, 2021
Safety standard: FMVSS 202

Read campaign 21V742000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

21V743000SeatReported September 23, 2021

SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Model years affected: 2022

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Pathfinder vehicles. The second-row seat back frames may have insufficient welds that could separate.

What can happen

Seat backs with separated welds may fail to adequately restrain occupants during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replaced the seat assemblies as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's numbers for this recall are PC845, PC846, and PC847.

Vehicles affected: 5,895
Maker's recall no.: PC845 PC846 PC847
Owners notified: November 17, 2021

Read campaign 21V743000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

21V706000Latch and lockReported September 10, 2021

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH

Model years affected: 2022

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2022 Pathfinder vehicles. Insufficient welds may allow the secondary hood latch retainer bracket to detach from the front bumper assembly. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 113, "Hood Latch System."

What can happen

A detached secondary hood latch may allow the hood to open if the primary hood latch is not engaged, obstructing the driver's view and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the secondary hood latch bracket as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is PC840.

Vehicles affected: 3,030
Maker's recall no.: PC840
Owners notified: November 17, 2021
Safety standard: FMVSS 113

Read campaign 21V706000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

21V020000Exterior lightingReported January 20, 2021

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Model years affected: 2013–2015

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2013-2015 Nissan Pathfinder vehicles. The location of the brake light switch may cause the brake light switch relay to repeatedly open and close. Overtime, this can cause the relay to stick in the "ON" position, with the brake lights remaining illuminated even when the brakes are not applied. Additionally, this may interfere with the brake-shift interlock, allowing the driver to shift the vehicle out of the "Park" position, without depressing the brake pedal.

What can happen

Continual illumination of the brake lights can prevent other drivers from realizing the vehicle is actually slowing down, increasing the risk of a crash. With the brake override activated, the driver will not be able to accelerate normally, increasing the risk of a crash. The driver can shift the vehicle out of the "PARK" position without depressing the brake, allowing the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, either re-install the brake light switch or swap positions with the Automatic Speed Control Device (ASCD) switch; depending on the model year vehicle. In addition, the brake light relay will be replaced with a new one. All repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began March 1, 2021. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall PC786. Note: this recall supersedes 16V-380.

Vehicles affected: 264,431
Maker's recall no.: PC786
Owners notified: March 1, 2021

Read campaign 21V020000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

20V008000AirbagReported January 9, 2020

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Model years affected: 2002–2004

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2001-2003 Maxima, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2007-2011 Versa Sedan and Versa Hatchback, 2001-2004 Infiniti I30 and I35, 2002-2003 Inifiniti QX4, 2003-2008 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 and 2006-2010 M35 and M45 vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with non-desiccated, frontal passenger air bag inflators containing phase stabilized ammonium nitrate (PSAN) propellant that were used as interim remedy parts for previous Takata recalls. These inflators may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, high temperatures, and high temperature cycling.

What can happen

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag inflators with alternate desiccated inflators, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2020. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 888-737-9511 or Infiniti customer service at 888-810-3715.

Vehicles affected: 307,962
Owners notified: February 12, 2020

Read campaign 20V008000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

19V807000BrakeReported November 8, 2019

NHTSA advises: park outside, away from buildingsAffected vehicles can catch fire even when parked and switched off. Keep the vehicle away from structures until it is repaired.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP

Model years affected: 2017–2019

The problem

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.

What can happen

A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

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 vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.

Vehicles affected: 391,479
Owners notified: December 16, 2019

Read campaign 19V807000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

19V654000Backup cameraReported September 12, 2019

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Model years affected: 2018–2019

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."

What can happen

The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.

Vehicles affected: 1,228,830
Owners notified: November 11, 2019
Safety standard: FMVSS 111

Read campaign 19V654000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

18V601000BrakeReported September 7, 2018

NHTSA advises: park outside, away from buildingsAffected vehicles can catch fire even when parked and switched off. Keep the vehicle away from structures until it is repaired.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP

Model years affected: 2017–2018

The problem

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.

What can happen

A brake fluid leak on the circuit board may result in an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

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, owners are advised to park the vehicle outdoors away from other vehicles or structures and to not drive the vehicle.

Vehicles affected: 215,124
Owners notified: October 29, 2018

Read campaign 18V601000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

17V068000AirbagReported February 2, 2017

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:PASSENGER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE

Model years affected: 2002

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2002 Pathfinder and Infiniti QX4 vehicles. These vehicles are equipped with Takata air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the front air bags, these inflators may rupture.

What can happen

An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front passenger air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March, 31, 2017. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Vehicles affected: 46
Owners notified: March 31, 2017

Read campaign 17V068000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

16V380000Exterior lightingReported May 31, 2016

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

Model years affected: 2013–2014

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Pathfinder vehicles manufactured June 20, 2012, to June 13, 2013. The brake light switch may have been installed incorrectly causing the relay to make intermittent contact and repeatedly cycle. This may result in the relay remaining in the "ON" position, causing the brake lights to remain illuminated even when the brakes are not applied. Additionally, the brake light switch may interfere with the brake-shift interlock, allowing the driver to shift the vehicle out of the "Park" position, without depressing the brake pedal.

What can happen

If the brake override is activated, the driver will not be accelerate normally, increasing the risk of a crash. If the brake lights remain illuminated, other drivers may fail to stop when the vehicle actually brakes, increasing the risk of a crash. If the driver inadvertently shift the vehicle out of the "PARK" position without depressing the brake, the vehicle may rollaway, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake light switch and, as necessary, replace the relay, free of charge. The recall began on July 25, 2016. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Vehicles affected: 79,853
Owners notified: July 25, 2016

Read campaign 16V380000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

16V244000AirbagReported April 26, 2016

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Model years affected: 2013–2016

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 Nissan Maxima, 2013-2016 Nissan Altima, NV200, LEAF, Sentra, and Pathfinder, 2014-2016 Nissan NV200 Taxi, Infiniti QX60, QX60 Hybrid, and Q50 Hybrid, 2014-2017 Nissan Rogue and Infiniti Q50, 2015-2016 Nissan Murano, Murano Hybrid, and Chevrolet City Express, 2014-2015 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid, and 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles. In these vehicles, the front seat passenger Occupant Classification System (OCS) may incorrectly classify an adult passenger as a child or classify the seat as empty despite it being occupied. As a result, the passenger frontal air bag may be turned off and not deploy in the event of a crash.

What can happen

If the passenger frontal air bag does not deploy as intended in the event of a crash, the passenger is at an increased risk of injury.

The fix

Nissan will notify their owners. Chevrolet City Express owners will be notified by General Motors. Dealers will reprogram the Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) and OCS Electronic Control Unit (ECU) in Altima, Maxima, Murano, Rogue, and Sentra vehicles, and replace the OCS ECU in LEAF, NV200, NV200 Taxi, Pathfinder, Infiniti Q50, JX35, and QX60 and Chevrolet City Express vehicles, free of charge. Interim notices were sent to owners on May 31, 2016. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669, Infiniti customer service at 1-888-833-3216 or Chevrolet customer service at 1-800-222-1020.

Vehicles affected: 3,296,947
Owners notified: June 10, 2016

Read campaign 16V244000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

15V681000AirbagReported October 20, 2015

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION

Model years affected: 2013–2015

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 Altima and Pathfinder vehicles, 2013-2014 Nissan Sentra vehicles, 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles, 2014-2015 Infiniti QX60 vehicles and 2014 Infiniti QX60 Hybrid vehicles. The affected vehicles received an incorrect occupant classification system (OCS) control unit during a repair. These OCS control units may incorrectly classify the front passenger seat as empty, when it is occupied by an adult.

What can happen

If the OCS does not detect an adult occupant in the passenger seat, the passenger air bag would be deactivated. Failure of the passenger airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of injury to the passenger.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, free of charge. The recall began on November 30, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Vehicles affected: 919
Owners notified: November 30, 2015

Read campaign 15V681000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

15V287000AirbagReported May 15, 2015

AIR BAGS

Model years affected: 2002–2004

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2001-2003 Nissan Maxima, 2002-2004 Pathfinder, 2002-2006 Sentra, 2002-2003 Infiniti QX4 and I35, 2003 FX35 and FX45, and 2001 I30 vehicles. Upon deployment of the passenger side frontal air bag, excessive internal pressure may cause the inflator to rupture.

What can happen

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants potentially resulting in serious injury or death.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261. Note: On December 18, 2015 Nissan informed NHTSA of an amendment of this recall to remove 2004-2005 Infiniti FX35 and FX45 vehicles.

Vehicles affected: 1,090,569
Owners notified: June 15, 2015

Read campaign 15V287000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

15V033000StructureReported January 26, 2015

STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS

Model years affected: 2013–2014

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Nissan Pathfinder vehicles manufactured June 20, 2012, to November 18, 2013, 2014 Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid vehicles manufactured July 18, 2013, to November 18, 2013, 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles manufactured November 29, 2011, to June 14, 2013, and 2014 QX60 vehicles manufactured May 16, 2013, to November 18, 2013, and 2014 Infiniti QX60 Hybrid vehicles manufactured July 18, 2013, to November 18, 2013. In the affected vehicles the hood release cable assembly may have been installed incorrectly preventing the latching claw from fully engaging. The secondary latch may remain in the open position when the hood is closed.

What can happen

If the primary hood latch is released and the secondary latch fails during operation of the vehicle, it could cause the hood to open during vehicle operation impairing the driver's vision, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will modify the angle of the hood release mechanism to provide additional length to the release cable, free of charge. The recall began on March 9, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Vehicles affected: 170,665
Owners notified: March 9, 2015

Read campaign 15V033000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

15V012000BrakeReported January 14, 2015

SERVICE BRAKES

Model years affected: 2014–2015

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Nissan Pathfinder and Infiniti QX60 vehicles manufactured August 14, 2014, to November 5, 2014, and 2014-2015 Nissan Rogue vehicles manufactured August 12, 2014, to November 15, 2014. During the assembly process, the front wheel hub assembly fasteners may not have been properly torqued.

What can happen

The under-torqued fasteners may result in a brake caliper separating from the wheel assembly causing a reduction in braking performance or reduced steering control. These conditions increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicles and tighten any loose bolts to the proper specification, free of charge. The recall began February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Vehicles affected: 893
Owners notified: February 2, 2015

Read campaign 15V012000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

14V229000Reported May 2, 2014

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Model years affected: 2014

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2014 Pathfinder and Rogue vehicles and 2014 Infiniti QX60 vehicles. The right side wheels of the affected vehicles may have one lug nut each that was not properly tightened.

What can happen

If the lug nut becomes loose from not being properly tightened, it may fall off, allowing the other lug nuts to become loose, possibly resulting in a wheel separation, and increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and tighten any loose lug nuts to the correct specification, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin by the end of June 2014. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.

Vehicles affected: 334
Owners notified: June 16, 2014

Read campaign 14V229000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

14V142000Power trainReported March 26, 2014

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:COOLING UNIT AND LINES

Model years affected: 2013

The problem

Nissan North America (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013 Pathfinder vehicles manufactured April 18, 2012, through October 3, 2012, and equipped with a continuously variable transmission (CVT). In the affected vehicles, the internal oil cooler (ITOC) hose may detach from the cooler due to inadequate clamping force, allowing transmission fluid to leak.

What can happen

The loss of transmission fluid could cause the transmission to function improperly and the vehicle to stop accelerating, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will install an oil hose repair kit, free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2014. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Vehicles affected: 3,065
Owners notified: May 12, 2014

Read campaign 14V142000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

14V138000Electrical systemReported March 25, 2014

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Model years affected: 2013–2014

The problem

Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Altima, LEAF, Pathfinder, and Sentra, model year 2013 NV200 (aka Taxi) and Infiniti JX35 and model year 2014 Infiniti Q50 and QX60 vehicles. In the affected vehicles, the occupant classification system (OCS) software may incorrectly classify the passenger seat as empty, when it is occupied by an adult.

What can happen

If the OCS does not detect an adult occupant in the passenger seat, the passenger airbag would be deactivated. Failure of the passenger airbag to deploy during a crash (where deployment is warranted) could increase the risk of injury to the passenger.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will update the OCS software, free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2014. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Vehicles affected: 989,701
Owners notified: April 14, 2014

Read campaign 14V138000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

13V445000Electrical systemReported October 17, 2013

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

Model years affected: 2013–2014

The problem

Nissan is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Nissan Pathfinder vehicles manufactured April 18, 2012, through September 20, 2013; model year 2013 Infiniti JX35 vehicles manufactured September 15, 2011, through January 16, 2013; and model year 2014 Infiniti QX60 vehicles manufactured January 17, 2013, through September 20, 2013. In the affected vehicles, during light braking on rough roads, the antilock brake system (ABS) brake pressure output software may lead to an increase in stopping distance.

What can happen

The increased stopping distance may increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the ABS, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2013. Owners may contact Nissan at 1-800-647-7261.

Vehicles affected: 151,695
Owners notified: November 18, 2013

Read campaign 13V445000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

13V456000AirbagReported September 26, 2013

AIR BAGS:FRONTAL

Model years affected: 2014

The problem

Nissan North America Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2014 Pathfinders manufactured from July 25, 2013, to September 5, 2013 with Almond interiors only. The instrument panel tear seam on the passenger frontal air bag was incorrectly cut on the back side of the instrument panel which could cause the air bag to not deploy properly.

What can happen

In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger's frontal air bag, the improper air bag deployment may increase the risk of personal injury.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected instrument panel assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2013. Owners may contact Nissan Customer Service at 1-800-647-7261.

Vehicles affected: 2,310
Owners notified: November 18, 2013

Read campaign 13V456000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

13V139000BrakeReported April 12, 2013

SERVICE BRAKES

Model years affected: 2013

The problem

Nissan is recalling certain model year 2013 Pathfinder and Infiniti JX vehicles manufactured December 3, 2012, through January 29, 2013. The front brake torque member was improperly cast resulting in structural weakness. This can lead to premature failure and cracking.

What can happen

If the brake torque member fails, the brake caliper may move and contact the inside of the road wheel, resulting in reduced braking, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the manufacturing date of the torque members and replace them, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 20, 2013. Owners may contact Nissan Customer Service at 1-800-647-7261.

Vehicles affected: 19,258
Owners notified: May 20, 2013

Read campaign 13V139000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

13V069000AirbagReported March 1, 2013

AIR BAGS

Model years affected: 2013

The problem

Nissan is recalling certain model year 2013 Altima, LEAF, Pathfinder, Sentra, and Infiniti JX35 vehicles. Sensors within the passenger Occupant Detection System (ODS) may have been manufactured out of specification. This may cause the system to malfunction and permanently suppress the passenger airbag.

What can happen

If the vehicle is involved in a crash necessitating airbag deployment and the passenger airbag is suppressed, there may be an increased risk of personal injury.

The fix

Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the ODS sensors and replace them as neccessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 6, 2013. Owners may contact Nissan Customer Service at 1-800-647-7261.

Vehicles affected: 82,038
Maker's recall no.: PC216
Owners notified: May 6, 2013

Read campaign 13V069000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

Earlier Nissan Pathfinder recalls

The remaining 9 campaigns on file, oldest going back to 2010. Open any campaign number for the full report on NHTSA.gov.

Campaign	Component	Model years	Reported
12V462000	Suspension	2012	2012-09-20
11V592000	Engine and cooling	2011–2012	2011-12-19
11V244000	Suspension	1996–2004	2011-04-20
10V517000	Engine and cooling	2005–2006	2010-10-28
10V401000	EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)	2008–2010	2010-09-10
10V312000	Airbag	2002	2010-07-06
10V208000	Suspension	2010	2010-05-14
10V115000	Airbag	2010	2010-03-24
10V075000	Fuel system	2006, 2008	2010-03-03

What to do if your Nissan Pathfinder is on this list

A recall listed here applies to a range of vehicles, not to every car of that model year. Manufacturers narrow it down by build date and VIN, so the only way to know whether yours is included is to check the VIN. You can do that free on NHTSA's recall lookup, or by calling any franchised dealer for that brand with your VIN in hand.

Recall repairs are free. Under federal law the manufacturer has to fix a safety defect at no charge, and there is no mileage limit and no expiry on that obligation for vehicles under 15 years old. A dealer cannot charge you for the parts, the labour, or the diagnosis on a recall repair, and you do not need to have bought the car there. If a dealer asks you to pay, that is worth escalating to the manufacturer's customer line, which is listed in the remedy text of each recall above.

Recalls do not block a title transfer or registration in any state. You can legally buy, sell, or register a car with an open recall, and sellers are generally not required to fix one first. That said, an open recall is worth raising before money changes hands, especially one with a do-not-drive advisory. If you are buying, run the VIN before you hand over the payment; if you are selling, telling the buyer about an open recall costs you nothing and avoids a dispute later.

Nissan Pathfinder recall questions

How many recalls does the Nissan Pathfinder have?

NHTSA lists 39 recall campaigns for the Nissan Pathfinder across model years 1996 to 2025. That count covers recalls filed from 2010 onward. Not every campaign applies to every car of that model year, because manufacturers limit recalls by build date and VIN.

Which Nissan Pathfinder model year has the most recalls?

The 2014 Nissan Pathfinder carries the most, with 11 recall campaigns. A high count does not automatically mean a worse car: a single supplier fault can trigger a recall across an entire production run, and manufacturers that report problems quickly tend to show more campaigns.

Are Nissan Pathfinder recall repairs free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to repair a safety recall at no cost, including parts and labour, on vehicles under 15 years old. There is no mileage limit, and you do not have to be the original owner or have bought the car from that dealer.

Can I sell or register a Nissan Pathfinder with an open recall?

Yes. An open recall does not stop a title transfer or registration in any state, and private sellers are generally not required to repair one first. Dealers face stricter rules on some safety recalls. If you are buying, check the VIN before you pay; the repair is free, but you want to know what you are taking on.

Other Nissan recalls

Nissan Rogue recalls43 Nissan Altima recalls32 Nissan Sentra recalls32 Nissan Frontier recalls27 Nissan Titan recalls27 Nissan Versa recalls24

Where this data comes from

Every recall on this page is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the federal agency that oversees vehicle safety recalls in the United States. We pull the full recall file from NHTSA and reproduce the campaign number, defect description, consequence, and remedy exactly as the manufacturer reported them. NHTSA data is in the public domain.

Source:: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
NHTSA data as of:: July 18, 2026
Coverage:: Recalls from 2010 onward

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Last reviewed: 2026-07-18 · Reviewed by the Car Paperwork editorial team · Independent resource · Not legal advice

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