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2019 Nissan Pathfinder: recalls and problems

2 recalls and 76 owner complaints on file with NHTSA. The most-reported problem area is unknown or other.

2recalls
76complaints
4crashes reported
1fires reported
2injuries reported
1 recall with a “do not drive” or “park outside” warning

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Recalls

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Most common problems

  • Unknown Or Other20 · 26%
  • Engine15 · 20%
  • Forward Collision Avoidance11 · 14%
  • Service Brakes10 · 13%
  • Electrical System10 · 13%
  • Back Over Prevention7 · 9%
  • Power Train7 · 9%
  • Structure6 · 8%
  • Vehicle Speed Control5 · 7%
  • Fuel System (Gasoline)3 · 4%

What owners report

Service Brakes,Forward Collision Avoidance

abs , trac and intelligent cruise control lights on in dash being addressed multiple times , now the lights being on for a while and there's voluntary safety recall campaign for abs actuator classification: br19-006 reference: ntb19-104 date: november 12 ,2019 called nissan and they said not covered

Engine

There was built up sludge in my engine that caused it to fail, and i was charged to replace it

Power Train,Air Bags

Driving at 75 miles per hour on highway. we heard an explosion, and airbags deployed. there was no collision or front end hit, there was no warning lights or sounds, no deceleration. my husband was somehow able to pull to the side, we were not injured, except for the airbag hitting me in the head, egg noted. no ems treatment. police report confirms this, when towed, the tow guy noticed loud clanging when driving ont

Power Train,Air Bags

The car broke on the highway (possibly drive train? waiting for mechanic). despite no impact, the steering wheel airbag deployed.

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

Crash-test ratings

VersionOverallFrontalSideRollover
2019 Nissan Pathfinder SUV AWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★
2019 Nissan Pathfinder SUV FWD★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★★

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