SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
2023 Nissan Pathfinder
Recalls, owner-reported complaints, investigations and safety data
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Overview
Our database contains 104 NHTSA owner-reported complaints for the 2023 Nissan Pathfinder, most frequently naming the electrical, fuel system and brakes categories. 1 safety recall has been issued covering this model year; and 87 manufacturer communications are on file.
Complaints are reports submitted by owners and drivers to NHTSA. They are not verified and do not establish that a defect exists.
Complaint activity over time
When owners filed reports about this model year
View as table
| Month | Complaints filed | Cumulative |
|---|---|---|
| Oct 2022 | 1 | 1 |
| Nov 2022 | 1 | 2 |
| Feb 2023 | 1 | 3 |
| Mar 2023 | 1 | 4 |
| Jun 2023 | 4 | 8 |
| Jul 2023 | 2 | 10 |
| Aug 2023 | 9 | 19 |
| Sep 2023 | 6 | 25 |
| Oct 2023 | 3 | 28 |
| Dec 2023 | 3 | 31 |
| Jan 2024 | 3 | 34 |
| Feb 2024 | 4 | 38 |
| Mar 2024 | 4 | 42 |
| Apr 2024 | 2 | 44 |
| May 2024 | 4 | 48 |
| Jun 2024 | 3 | 51 |
| Jul 2024 | 1 | 52 |
| Aug 2024 | 1 | 53 |
| Sep 2024 | 1 | 54 |
| Oct 2024 | 2 | 56 |
| Dec 2024 | 1 | 57 |
| Mar 2025 | 2 | 59 |
| Apr 2025 | 3 | 62 |
| May 2025 | 1 | 63 |
| Jun 2025 | 1 | 64 |
| Jul 2025 | 2 | 66 |
| Aug 2025 | 1 | 67 |
| Sep 2025 | 5 | 72 |
| Oct 2025 | 2 | 74 |
| Nov 2025 | 5 | 79 |
| Dec 2025 | 4 | 83 |
| Jan 2026 | 2 | 85 |
| Feb 2026 | 1 | 86 |
| Mar 2026 | 4 | 90 |
| Apr 2026 | 2 | 92 |
| May 2026 | 1 | 93 |
| Jun 2026 | 3 | 96 |
| Jul 2026 | 4 | 100 |
| Aug 2026 | 3 | 103 |
| Sep 2026 | 1 | 104 |
What owners report
Complaints grouped by the component NHTSA recorded
- Electrical2318.0%
- Fuel system2318.0%
- Brakes2116.4%
- Driver assistance1814.1%
- Engine1612.5%
- Powertrain (other)1310.2%
- Visibility64.7%
- Interior & seats32.3%
Percentages are of component mentions. A single complaint can name more than one component, so these do not sum to the total complaint count.
Safety recalls
1 campaign cover this model year
Recalls apply to specific vehicles, not to every vehicle of a model year. Check your VIN with NHTSA or your manufacturer's dealer to confirm whether a recall affects your vehicle.
Check a VIN on NHTSA.govRecent owner complaints
Reports submitted to NHTSA, shown in the owner's own words
The contact owns a 2023 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while driving 55 MPH, the transmission unexpectedly shifted into neutral(N). The check engine, seat belt, and several other unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact pulled over to the side of the road, and the vehicle briefly experienced unintended acceleration without the accelerator pedal being depressed. The transmission failed to shift to drive(D) and remained stuck in neutral(N). The contact drove the vehicle at reduced speeds to the residence. The vehicle was towed to the dealer, who determined that the mass air flow (MAF) sensor had failed and there was carbon buildup in the throttle body. The contact was informed that MAF sensor and throttle body needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure by phone. The failure mileage was approximately 43,000.
- NHTSA ID
- 11765076
- Incident
- Sep 1, 2026
- Mileage
- 43,000 mi
Rear brakes had to be replaced at 30,000 miles, was told it was do to driver assets using rear brakes.
- NHTSA ID
- 11760364
- Incident
- Jun 10, 2026
The left-side steering wheel control switch assembly governing the driver information matrix and emergency assist features malfunctioned, and this failed component remains on the vehicle and is available for inspection upon request. This sudden loss of functionality put safety at risk by restricting my ability to navigate vital safety menus and emergency settings while operating the vehicle, creating an active driver distraction. The problem has not yet been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center, nor has it been inspected by the manufacturer, police, or insurance representatives. Prior to the total failure, there were no warning lamps, dashboard messages, or symptoms, as the control switch simply stopped responding without prior warning.
- NHTSA ID
- 11759238
- Incident
- Aug 17, 2026
Rear camera and camera functionality just stopped working. The OVM is functioning with everything else just not the camera! Yet, diagnostics state that it is an OVM issue and cost $2,500.00 to fix. Safety concerns of no camera and unable to view pedestrians.
- NHTSA ID
- 11755308
- Incident
- Aug 6, 2026
On July 20, 2026, my 2023 Nissan Pathfinder failed to accelerate after stopping at a red light. The engine did not rev, and the vehicle barely moved despite accelerator input. After 40 seconds the car start moving normally. I got the car towed to the dealership. The dealer could not reproduce the condition and reprogrammed the ECM under TSB NTB25-012. They mentioned they performed a software update and they said the issue should not returned. On July 22, 2026, the same failure occurred again at a red light. The vehicle had almost no acceleration for approximately 30–40 seconds, then suddenly accelerated and nearly struck the vehicle ahead. No collision or injury occurred. The vehicle was towed to the dealership and is considered unsafe to drive.
- NHTSA ID
- 11752173
- Incident
- Jul 22, 2026
ON 6/10/2026 THE AVM/BACK UP CAMERA SYSTEM SUDENLY STOPPED WORKING.
- NHTSA ID
- 11749691
- Incident
- Jun 25, 2026
PREMATURE WEAR ON REAR BRAKES
- NHTSA ID
- 11749689
- Incident
- Jul 10, 2026
While driving the vehicle at approximately 25 miles per hour, on its own, the vehicle put itself into neutral and a warning light to exit the vehicle appeared. Thankfully we safely pulled the car over to the side of the road. Upon restarting the vehicle, it operated normally. Had this incident occurred at a higher rate of speed or on a busy road, there could have been very different consequences.
- NHTSA ID
- 11748180
- Incident
- Jul 1, 2026
Manufacturer communications
A bulletin sent by a manufacturer to its dealers. Not a recall, and repairs are not necessarily free.
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
FUEL FILLER TUBE LOWER SEAL IS LEAKING AND DTC P0456 IS STORED IN THE ECM This bulletin is no longer active. Please discard previous versions of NTB26-006.
SERVICE BRAKES
AEB WARNING WITH ONE OR MORE CURRENT DTCS STORED IN THE ADAS CONTROL UNIT 2, AND/OR THE LASER/RADAR CONTROL UNIT IF YOU CONFIRM The front radar is inoperative, the AEB warning is displayed, and one or more of the following DTCs are stored as CURRENT: · U2752-88 for “Ethernet circuit” stored in the ADAS control unit 2, · U275F-88 for “Ethernet circuit” stored in the LASER/RADAR (DISTANCE SENSOR) control unit, OR · C2589-86 for “TCM” stored in the LASER/RADAR (DISTANCE SENSOR) control unit, AND/OR · C258E-86 for “ABS” stored in the LASER/RADAR (DISTANCE SENSOR) control unit. ACTION 1. Confirm the current Distance Sensor control unit part number. 2. Reprogram the Distance Sensor control unit, if applicable. IMPORTANT: The purpose of ACTION (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire SERVICE PROCEDURE as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing this repair.
STRUCTURE:BODY
CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) label. These items may be available from Infiniti by request if certain criteria are met. This bulletin lists the criteria and provides an application form for such replacements. · The “VIN Plate/Label” (metal plate or vinyl label) is attached to the instrument panel or body on the driver side at the base of the windshield (see Figure 1). · The “Certification Label” (vinyl adhesive label) is located on the lower area of the driver side B-Pillar (see Figure 1).
STRUCTURE:BODY
CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) label. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. This bulletin lists the criteria and provides an application form for such replacements. · The “VIN Plate/Label” (metal plate or vinyl label) is attached to the instrument panel or body on the driver side at the base of the windshield (see Figure 1). · The “Certification Label” (vinyl adhesive label) is located on the lower area of the driver side B-Pillar (see Figure 1).
STRUCTURE:BODY
CERTIFICATION LABEL AND VIN PLATE REPLACEMENT SERVICE INFORMATION Because of collision damage or other vehicle repair, a replacement “Certification Label” or “VIN Plate/Label” may be needed. HINT: Certification Label = FMVSS (Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards) label. These items may be available from Nissan by request if certain criteria are met. This bulletin lists the criteria and provides an application form for such replacements. · The “VIN Plate/Label” (metal plate or vinyl label) is attached to the instrument panel or body on the driver side at the base of the windshield (see Figure 1). · The “Certification Label” (vinyl adhesive label) is located on the lower area of the driver side B-Pillar (see Figure 1).
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
FUEL FILLER TUBE LOWER SEAL IS LEAKING AND DTC P0456 IS STORED IN THE ECM IF YOU CONFIRM The vehicle has a visible leak with a smoke machine test coming from the fuel filler tube lower seal, AND DTC P0456 is stored as “Active”, “Past”, or “Pending” in the ECM. ACTION 1. Remove the supplied funnel from the rear of the vehicle or trunk. 2. Insert the funnel completely in the fuel filler tube and remove completely five (5) times. 3. Re-check the fuel filler tube lower seal with a smoke machine to determine visually if any leak is present. 4. If the fuel filler lower seal continues to leak, replace the fuel filler tube. IMPORTANT: The purpose of ACTION (above) is to give you a quick idea of the work you will be performing. You MUST closely follow the entire SERVICE PROCEDURE as it contains information that is essential to successfully completing this repair.
Manufacturers file copies of the bulletins they send to dealers with NHTSA. These often describe diagnostic or repair procedures for a known condition. They are not recalls: repairs described in a bulletin are usually only free if the vehicle is still under warranty or the manufacturer has extended coverage.
Compare model years
Complaint and recall counts across every year of this model
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Investigations | Issue Index |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 44.2 |
| 2025 | 51 | 1 | 0 | 48.2 |
| 2024 | 81 | 2 | 0 | 52.3 |
| 2023Viewing | 104 | 1 | 0 | 46.2 |
| 2022 | 135 | 5 | 0 | 54.2 |
| 2021 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| 2020 | 48 | 0 | 0 | 41.7 |
| 2019 | 76 | 2 | 0 | 53.1 |
| 2018 | 77 | 3 | 0 | 51.7 |
| 2017 | 186 | 2 | 0 | 48.3 |
| 2016 | 105 | 2 | 1 | 56.1 |
| 2015 | 320 | 5 | 1 | 54.5 |
| 2014 | 574 | 11 | 3 | 60.9 |
| 2013 | 890 | 11 | 4 | 57.6 |
| 2012 | 23 | 2 | 0 | 53.1 |
| 2011 | 45 | 2 | 0 | 40.3 |
| 2010 | 40 | 5 | 1 | 50.8 |
| 2009 | 37 | 4 | 1 | 50.8 |
| 2008 | 328 | 5 | 1 | 51.5 |
| 2007 | 561 | 2 | 1 | 48.5 |
| 2006 | 837 | 5 | 1 | 51.0 |
| 2005 | 1,050 | 4 | 1 | 50.9 |
| 2004 | 67 | 7 | 4 | 54.6 |
| 2003 | 110 | 7 | 4 | 61.8 |
| 2002 | 156 | 9 | 2 | 59.8 |
| 2001 | 230 | 7 | 1 | 56.9 |
| 2000 | 112 | 6 | 1 | 56.4 |
| 1999 | 104 | 5 | 1 | 60.2 |
| 1998 | 149 | 4 | 1 | 59.6 |
| 1997 | 217 | 4 | 1 | 57.9 |
| 1996 | 159 | 5 | 1 | 59.3 |
| 1995 | 170 | 0 | 0 | 38.4 |
| 1994 | 91 | 2 | 1 | 56.0 |
| 1993 | 49 | 0 | 0 | 38.1 |
| 1992 | 30 | 0 | 0 | 41.1 |
| 1991 | 39 | 1 | 1 | 50.4 |
| 1990 | 38 | 2 | 1 | 52.4 |
| 1989 | 15 | 2 | 1 | 57.0 |
| 1988 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 45.4 |
| 1987 | 19 | 2 | 1 | 49.6 |
| 1986 | 1 | 0 | 0 | — |
Higher-selling and older vehicles accumulate more reports. Counts are not failure rates and are not directly comparable between vehicles that sold in very different numbers. Older model years have had longer for reports to accumulate.