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2018 Nissan Pathfinder
Common Problems

Ranked from 41 federal NHTSA complaints and 2 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.

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High severity
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Medium
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Low

11 Common Problems

Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.

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  1. 1

    Automatic Emergency Braking System Malfunction

    9complaints
    High severityElectrical

    The automatic emergency braking system intermittently fails, disabling the vehicle's safety features.

  2. 2

    Back Over Prevention Camera Malfunction

    8complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    The rear-view camera displays a black screen, upside-down image, or fades away, posing a safety hazard.

  3. 3

    Steering System Failure

    7complaints
    High severitySteering

    The steering wheel locks up, making it impossible to steer, and the airbags deploy unexpectedly.

  4. 4

    Crash Sensor Failure

    6complaints
    High severityBrakes

    The front collision sensor fails to work properly, leading to the brake warning light illuminating while driving.

    Related recalls: 19V807000, 18V601000

  5. 5

    Forward Collision Avoidance System Failure

    4complaints
    High severityElectrical

    The forward collision warning and automatic braking systems intermittently fail, potentially leading to accidents.

  6. 6

    Infotainment System Failure

    4complaints
    High severityElectrical

    The infotainment system stops working, leading to no display, no climate control, and no backup camera functionality.

    $200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs labor
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  7. 7

    Transmission Issues

    4complaints
    Medium severityTransmission

    The transmission slips, shifts roughly, and fails to stay engaged, especially in snowy conditions.

    $200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs labor
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  8. 8

    Front Radar Unavailability Due to Obstruction Warning

    3complaints
    Medium severityElectrical

    The front radar sensor frequently malfunctions, causing an unavailable obstruction warning.

  9. 9

    Inconsistent Cruise Control Functionality

    2complaints
    Medium severityOther

    The cruise control system is sluggish and inconsistent, requiring the driver to take their foot off the gas before re-engaging.

  10. 10

    Intermittent Touchscreen Issues

    2complaints
    Low severityElectrical

    The touchscreen panel and radio freeze up intermittently, disrupting the driving experience.

    $200–$1,500est. infotainment unit service · 0.5–3 hrs labor
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  11. 11

    Suspension Noise During Acceleration

    2complaints
    Low severitySuspension

    A metallic rattling noise occurs under the car during acceleration, indicating potential suspension issues.

    $150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs labor
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Other years & sources

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Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.

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