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2012 Nissan Pathfinder: recalls and problems

2 recalls and 23 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is suspension.

2recalls
23complaints
2crashes reported
1fires reported
1injuries reported

Recalls

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Most common problems

  • Suspension5 · 22%
  • Engine5 · 22%
  • Unknown Or Other5 · 22%
  • Electrical System3 · 13%
  • Air Bags3 · 13%
  • Structure2 · 9%
  • Power Train2 · 9%
  • Service Brakes2 · 9%
  • Steering (Air) Bags1 · 4%
  • Electronic Stability Control (ESC)1 · 4%

What owners report

Suspension

Right lower control arm snapped while driving at highway speed (65mph) causing vehicle into a 360 spin. vehicle spun, was hard to control and tire blew out at speed. others behind me or in front may have gotten involved if traffic was heavier at the time. vehicle wasnt inspected, no police involved. no warning before incident. incident happened with no symtons or prior knowledge

Suspension,Structure

The contact owns a 2012 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, he noticed that the rear tires were abnormally damaged. the contact stated that upon further inspection, he noticed that the subframe was severely corroded and fractured. the dealer was notified of the failure and provided an estimate for the repair. the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. the manufacturer was notified

Suspension

Rear lower control arm broke while driving. vehicle had to be moved on a rollback. upon replacing control arm, cracks have been found at several points on the crossmember subframe. as it stands, the vehicle is a danger to have on the road.

Suspension,Structure

The contact owns a 2012 nissan pathfinder. the contact stated while driving approximately 35 mph, the vehicle started to wobble as if the steering wheel was being turned to the left and to the right repeatedly. the contact stated the vehicle wobbled more violently after driving over bumps in the road. the contact stated no warning light was illuminated. the contact had not taken the vehicle to a local dealer or indep

Excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. They are owner reports and have not been verified.

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2012 Nissan Pathfinder SUV 4WDNot ratedNot ratedNot rated★★★★★
2012 Nissan Pathfinder SUV RWDNot ratedNot ratedNot rated★★★★★

Source: NHTSA recalls, complaints and NCAP APIs, covering Pathfinder. Last refreshed 2026-09-29.